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Eagles GM Howie Roseman balanced developing young players and fielding a Super Bowl-caliber team

Undrafted wide receiver Darius Cooper made the 53-man roster, while draft pick Ainias Smith and veteran additions were waived.

The Eagles traded for quarterback Sam Howell, signaling the end of Kyle McCord's time with the team.

PHILADELPHIA − If we go by the premise that the Eagles consider their roster a 70-man operation, then the 53-man initial roster is what general manager Howie Roseman called a balancing act.

The other 17 spots are for the practice squad (an extra player is allowed as an international player).

And here is where Roseman is taking his biggest chance. He waived a drafted quarterback in Kyle McCord in addition to some veterans who could easily get s

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