Philadelphia signed Epps to the practice squad Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Epps is linking with the Eagles' practice squad, not the team's 53-man roster. The veteran safety was released by New England on Tuesday and quickly rejoins Philadelphia in a depth capacity, a role he filled with the Eagles from 2019-2021 before operating as a full-time starter in 2022.

Epps and the Eagles agreed on a contract Wednesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Epps will head to Philadelphia after being released by the Patriots on Tuesday. The safety spent the last two seasons in Las Vegas, recording 85 total tackles (57 solo), while also adding three passes defensed, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery over 20 total contests. Prior to joining the Raiders, Epps was with the Eagles from 2019-2022, and he will now likely operate as the top reserve option behind Reed Blankenship in 2025.

Epps (knee) logged four tackles (two solo) during the Patriots' 48-18 preseason win over the Commanders on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Epps has been limited in training camp while in the final stages of his recovery from a torn ACL that he suffered in September. He appears past the issue, as he was able to play in Friday's preseason opener. Epps signed a one-year deal with the Patriots in March after spending the last two seasons with the Raiders, and the 2019 sixth-rounder is competing for a depth spot in the secondary.

Epps (knee) was a participant in the Patriots' first days of training camp, Paul Perillo of Patriots.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Epps was placed on injured reserve early last season after tearing his ACL in Week 3. The 29-year-old had been a limited participant in the team's OTAs earlier in the offseason but looks to be progressing well. It has yet to be seen what type of limitations the eighth-year safety will have as the team is set to ramp up the intensity of practices in the coming days.

Epps (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's voluntary OTAs, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

Epps tore his ACL in late September and missed the Raiders' final 14 games in 2024, so it's no surprise he's limited to begin voluntary OTAs. The 29-year-old inked a one-year deal with the Patriots in March after posting 85 total tackles, three passes defended and one forced fumble over 20 games with the Raiders from 2023 to 2024. Once fully healthy, he's expected to compete for the team's top free-safety role.

The Patriots signed Epps (knee) to a one-year contract Friday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Epps is expected to gain clearance from his left ACL tear before the start of training camp, at which time he'll work to entrench himself in the Patriots' safety rotation. He made 19 tackles (16 solo) across just three appearances with the Raiders in 2024.

The Raiders placed Epps (knee) on injured reserve Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Epps is out for the season due to a torn ACL sustained during Sunday's loss to the Panthers. He suited up for all 17 of Las Vegas' regular-season games in 2023, recording 66 total tackles and three passes defended. The 28-year-old operated as an every-down player for the Raiders in his three 2024 appearances and racked up 19 tackles (16 solo). Epps is slated to hit free agency come March.

Epps suffered a torn ACL during Sunday's loss to the Panthers, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Epps' injury is as severed as feared, and the Wyoming product will miss the remainder of the 2024 season after tearing his ACL. The 28-year-old safety is set to be a free agent in March after recording 66 total tackles and three passes defended across Las Vegas' 17 regular-season games in 2023. Expect second-year pro Chris Smith to see more work with the Raiders' first-team defense with Epps sidelined for the remainder of the season.

Epps (knee) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Panthers.

EDGE Analysis

The starting safety made 10 tackles, including one for a loss, before leaving the contest. Epps and the Raiders' defense struggled against the Andy Dalton-led Panthers, allowing over 400 yards of total offense and over 30 points. Chris Smith is the next man up at strong safety.

Epps (neck) was not listed on the Raiders' injury report Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Epps sustained a neck injury in Week 12 against the Chiefs and finished the game with two tackles (one solo). The bye week appears to have allowed Epps to recover from the stinger and he's on track to play Sunday against the Vikings. In 12 games this season, he's recorded 47 tackles (32 solo), one pass deflection and a fumble recovery.