Dillon, a 6-foot, 247-pounder, has averaged 10 carries per game over his first four seasons, which is evidence that he can handle a larger workload. Also, the Eagles could add a running back in the 2025 NFL Draft to compete with Dillon and Shipley.

A talented Philadelphia Eagles backfield just got stronger. The Athletic's Dianna Russini reported Wednesday, citing sources, that the Eagles are signing veteran running back AJ Dillon. Dillon missed the entire 2024 campaign due to a neck injury.

The Eagles have quickly found additional running back support by signing former Packers veteran AJ Dillon to a one-year deal.

The Lions, who had the best record in the NFL at 15-2 before losing in the divisional round, added cornerback D.J. Reed, and re-signed two of their top defensive free agents in linebacker Derrick Barnes and edge rusher Marcus Davenport. Plus, they have star edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson back from a broken leg.

The Philadelphia Eagles have made their first NFL free agency signing. According to NBC Sports' Dave Zangaro, the Eagles are signing former Green Bay Packers running back A.J. Dillon to a one-year deal.

A three-time Pro Bowler in five years with Philadelphia, Slay, 34, brings veteran experience to Pittsburgh's locker room.

Cornerback Darius Slay continues to be a member of the Eagles' roster. He will be until Wednesday. The Eagles, we're told, still plan to cut him when the new league year begins. Waiting until 4:00 p.m.