Eagles make late preseason roster adjustments, sign C Zeke Correll and WR Brandon Hayes

On the eve of the Eagles’ second preseason game, Philadelphia announced a set of roster moves aimed at managing availability and creating room for new players. The team placed cornerback Tariq Castro-Fields on injured reserve and waived wide receiver Johnny Wilson with an injury designation, moves that report the club is reshaping its depth chart as it evaluates its roster in game conditions.

The injured reserve designation for Castro-Fields effectively removes him from the active preseason rotation, a common mechanism for teams when they determine a player is unlikely to return soon. For a defensive backfield, that can also accelerate opportunities for other cornerbacks on the bubble, as Philadelphia seeks workable matchups through the remainder of the preseason.

At the same time, the Eagles processed a waiver decision involving Wilson, who was wide receiver Johnny Wilson but was released under an injury designation. When a player is waived with such a designation, the transaction typically reflects the team’s assessment that the player may be unable to participate immediately, and the waiver process determines whether he clears and can return under the applicable rules or is claimed by another club.

Philadelphia also added two players through new signings, bringing in center Zeke Correll and wide receiver Brandon Hayes. Signings like these often reflect targeted needs rather than broad overhauls, particularly along the offensive line and in the receiving group where preseason reps help determine which players can contribute consistently.

Correll’s addition at center matters for depth and continuity. Even in the preseason, the quarterback-center exchange and snap timing are foundational, and teams generally prefer to keep at least one reliable veteran and one developmental option ready for different game-script needs. With a roster that turns quickly over the course of the preseason, adding a center can preserve stability while other linemen rotate.

Hayes’ signing gives the Eagles another body for their receiver mix. Preseason evaluation typically weighs route-running, separation, hands, and special teams utility, and teams often use these weeks to sort the wide receiver group. Bringing in Hayes indicates Philadelphia wants more looks at complementary skill sets, especially as it narrows decisions before final roster formation.

What to watch next is how these moves play out in the Eagles’ rotation. With Castro-Fields sidelined and Wilson waived with an injury designation, the cornerback and receiving depth chart is likely to shift in the next game, and the new additions may see increased practice and in-game reps as Philadelphia continues to trim and test its options.