The Eagles have to cut their roster down to 53 by 4 p.m. today.

Second-year wide receiver Ainias Smith has been waived, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport . The Eagles drafted Smith in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft and expected him to become a dynamic returner. However, he has struggled adjusting to the NFL and didn’t deserve a roster spot. General manager Howie Roseman could claim a punt returner tomorrow off waivers or keep Avery Williams on the roster.

Undrafted rookie cornerback Brandon Johnson was waived Tuesday, a person with knowledge of the situation told NJ Advance Media. He had a strong summer and is a practice squad candidate. Andrew DiCecco reported the Eagles waived rookie linebacker Lance Dixon, a UDFA from Toledo. Rookie WR Ife Adeyi was also waived, per

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