The Eagles claimed former New York Giants wide receiver Xavier Gipson off waivers on Monday, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.

Prior to joining the Giants two weeks ago, Gipson played two years with the New York Jets as their primary punt and kick off returner. He has averaged 26 yards on kick off returns — a solid number — but his costly fumble in the Jets’ Week 1 loss led to him getting waived on Sept. 10.

The Giants claimed Gipson off the waivers the following day, but they got rid of him after one week. Gipson could have returned to their practice squad if he didn’t get claimed.

The Eagles’ return game was a huge issue in their comeback victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday .

Tank Bigsby and John Metchie lost control of the ball on four of their five retu

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