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Eagles 7-round mock draft: Super Bowl champs have defensive holes to fill

The Eagles lost four starters off the NFL's No. 1 defense this offseason. That would seem to be Howie Roseman's top priority for the draft.

APRIL 21 • FOX SPORTS

Grant Calcaterra injury update and status vs. the Packers in the Wild Card Playoff Round | Jan. 12, 2024 The NFC Wild Card Round has Grant Calcaterra and the Philadelphia Eagles going head to head against the Green Bay Packers at 4:30 PM ET on S...

JANUARY 11 • USATODAY.COM

Two grabs in season finale Calcaterra caught two of his four targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 20-13 win over the Giants.

Impact The Eagles rested most of their starters in Week 18 with the second seed in the NFC locked up, though they gave starting tight end Dallas Goedert the chance to knock off some rust after a four-game absence due to a knee injury, so Calcaterra didn't have the same workload boost as most of the team's backups. Thanks to more missed time from Goedert throughout the year, Calcaterra finished his third professional season with career highs in catches (24), yards (298) and touchdowns (one).

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Big gain on one catch Calcaterra secured one of two targets for 34 yards in the Eagles' 41-7 win over the Cowboys on Sunday.

Impact Calcaterra bounced back to an extent from a blanking against the Commanders in Week 16, recording one of his signature chunk gains on his one reception. Calcaterra continues to operate as the No. 1 tight end with Dallas Goedert (IR-knee) sidelined, but the former hasn't seen more than three targets in a game since Week 9. Calcaterra and the Eagles close out the season against the Giants at home in Week 18.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Highlight: Grant Calcaterra with a WOW reception on third down for 34 yards On third-and-8, Kenny Pickett launched a deep shot down the right side for tight end Grant Calcaterra. Despite good coverage, Calcaterra tip...

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Makes one catch Calcaterra recorded one catch on one target for 22 yards in Sunday's 27-13 win over the Steelers.

Impact Calcattera continues to see an uptick in snaps with Dallas Goedert (knee) sidelined. However, he has only four targets across two games as the team's primary tight end while working behind DeVonta Smith and A.J. Brown for targets. So long as that duo remains healthy, Calcattera is unlikely to see much uptick in volume, leaving him as an unreliable fantasy contributor.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: Grant Calcaterra's brother reacts to watching him score his first NFL touchdown Calcaterra’s brother was in shock after the embattled tight end scored his first career touchdown.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Snags first career TD Calcaterra caught all three of his targets for 16 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 22-16 win over the Panthers.

Impact Getting the start at tight end in place of Dallas Goedert (knee), Calcaterra didn't see much volume but came up big when it counted, catching a four-yard TD from Jalen Hurts early in the fourth quarter for what proved to be the game-winning score. It was Calcaterra's first career touchdown, and in the five contests Goedert has either missed or left early this season, his understudy has produced a 16-176-1 line on 16 targets. Calcaterra should see increased volume again in Week 15 against the Steelers.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Highlight: Grant Calcaterra's first NFL TD puts the Eagles ahead in 4th quarter Grant Calcaterra comes through on third-and-goal with a 4-yard touchdown reception over the middle, the first of his NFL career, to put the...

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Expected to start next week Calcaterra finished Sunday's 24-19 win over the Ravens without a catch but could step into a starting role next week after Dallas Goedert left with a knee injury in the fourth quar...

Impact Calcaterra typically doesn't get many looks while Goedert is on the field, so it was no surprise to see him finish without a catch in a game where Goedert was largely available. Goedert's injury doesn't appear to be season-ending but could cost him at least a week, opening up an opportunity for Calcaterra. When Goedert missed four games with a hamstring injury earlier in the year, Calcaterra averaged 3.3 catches for 40.0 yards.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No catches with Goedert back Calcaterra finished with zero catches on one target in Sunday's 34-6 win over the Cowboys.

Impact Calcaterra averaged 3.3 catches for 40.0 yards on 4.0 targets over the previous four weeks with Dallas Goedert out with a hamstring injury, but his role in the offense all but evaporated with Goedert back in action in Week 10. That's likely to remain the case going forward, as Calcaterra averaged just one catch for 14 yards prior to Goedert's injury.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Collects all five targets Sunday Calcaterra brought in all five of his targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 28-23 win over Jacksonville.

Impact Dallas Goedert (hamstring) remained sidelined Sunday, opening the door for Calcaterra to make his third consecutive start for Philadelphia. The 25-year-old registered new season highs in receptions and targets, despite his meager 30 yards of output as a receiver. If Calcaterra draws another start against the Cowboys next Sunday, he would make for a decent PPR or deeper-league option in Week 10.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unsung Backup Turning Heads as Eagles Unlikely Standout Grant Calcaterra once was about to turn his back on football, but now has found a way to keep Philadelphia thriving.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Solid yardage in big win Calcaterra brought in all three targets for 58 yards in the Eagles' 37-17 win over the Bengals on Sunday.

Impact With Dallas Goedert (hamstring) sidelined for the second straight game, Calcaterra drew another start and parlay it into a productive afternoon. Calcaterra's numbers were somewhat surprising considering he'd drawn just one target from Jalen Hurts against the Giants in Week 7, but it was completely unforeseen since he'd contributed a 4-67 line in Week 6 against the Browns. Calcaterra could be in a favorable position for a successful encore in a Week 9 home matchup against the vulnerable Jaguars defense if Goedert remains sidelined.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid yardage in big win Calcaterra brought in all three targets for 58 yards in the Eagles' 37-17 win over the Bengals on Sunday.

Impact With Dallas Goedert (hamstring) sidelined for the second straight game, Calcaterra drew another start and parlayed it into a productive afternoon. Calcaterra's numbers were somewhat surprising considering he'd drawn just one target from Jalen Hurts against the Giants in Week 7, but it wasn't completely unforeseen since he'd contributed a 4-67 line in Week 6 against the Browns. Calcaterra could be in a favorable position for a successful encore in a Week 9 home matchup against the vulnerable Jaguars defense if Goedert remains sidelined.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another start likely awaits Calcaterra is expected to serve as the Eagles' top pass-catching tight end in Sunday's game against the Bengals with Dallas Goedert (hamstring) ruled out for the contest.

Impact With Goedert sitting out the Week 7 win over the Giants and missing most of the Week 6 win over the Browns with the hamstring injury, Calcaterra has taken on an expanded role. He's played at least 70 percent of the offensive snaps in both contests, combining for five receptions for 72 yards on five targets. With all of the Eagles' other key pass-catching options available, Calcaterra profiles as a tertiary target for quarterback Jalen Hurts and likely won't represent a bankable fantasy option in Week 8.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

One catch as top tight end Calcaterra served as the Eagles' No. 1 tight end in Sunday's 28-3 win over the Giants but caught just one pass for five yards.

Impact Calcaterra saw plenty of playing time in the absence of Dallas Goedert (hamstring), but the Eagles didn't make him a significant part of the gameplan. That wasn't necessarily his fault, as the team's rushing attack was so successful that they only attempted 15 passes in total, leaving very few targets to go around. Calcaterra could be the top tight end again next week if Goedert remains out, but he's never had more than four catches in a game (and has only once had more than two) despite filling in for Goedert on multiple occasions in recent years.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Poised to start Sunday Calcaterra lined up with the Eagles' first-team offense during pregame warmups and looks set to start at tight end Sunday against the Giants, Zach Berman of The Athletic reports.

Impact He'll be filling in for Dallas Goedert, who has been ruled out for Week 7 after injuring his hamstring in last Sunday's win over the Browns. After Goedert was limited to just three snaps Week 6, Calcaterra stepped in to play 57 snaps and finished with four catches for 67 yards on four targets. Calcaterra is a quality pass catcher but isn't especially adept as a blocker, so No. 2 tight end Jack Stoll could be in store for plenty of playing time behind him on running downs or when extra pass protection is needed.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Grant Calcaterra: 'I always try to be ready whenever my numbers called' When Dallas Goedert left the game against the Browns with an injury, Calcaterra stepped right in and posted career highs in catches and yard...

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Fred Johnson, Grant Calcaterra, Lane Johnson, Saquon Barkley Press Conferences: October 16, 2024 Go inside the locker room before Wednesday's practice and hear from Fred Johnson, Grant Calcaterra (4:55), Lane Johnson (7:48), Saquon Barkl...

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Steps up in Goedert's absence Calcaterra caught all four of his targets for 67 yards in Sunday's 20-16 win over the Browns.

Impact Dallas Goedert (hamstring) was injured on the Eagles' first drive of the game and didn't return, leaving Calcaterra as the team's top tight end. The 2022 sixth-round pick took advantage of the opportunity to put together the most productive game of his career, highlighted by a 34-yard reception in the second quarter that helped set up an A.J. Brown touchdown. If Goedert is forced to miss a Week 7 contest against the Giants, Calcaterra figured to get the start, although Albert Okwuegbunam (core muscle) could be ready to come off IR by then and compete for snaps as well.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Steps up in Goedert's absence Calcaterra caught all four of his targets for 67 yards in Sunday's 20-16 win over the Browns.

Impact Dallas Goedert (hamstring) was injured on the Eagles' first drive of the game and didn't return, leaving Calcaterra as the team's top tight end. The 2022 sixth-round pick took advantage of the opportunity to put together the most productive game of his career, highlighted by a 34-yard reception in the second quarter that helped set up an A.J. Brown touchdown. If Goedert is forced to miss a Week 7 contest against the Giants, Calcaterra figured to get the start, although Albert Okwuegbunam (core muscle) could be ready to come off IR by then and compete for snaps as well.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Highlight: Jalen Hurts connects with Grant Calcaterra for a 34-yard gain Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts beats a blitz by the Cleveland Browns with a short pass to tight end Grant Calcaterra who rumbles ahead for a...

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Minimal production in Week 2 Calcaterra secured both of his targets for 19 yards in Monday's 22-21 loss to the Falcons.

Impact Calcaterra operated as Philadelphia's No. 2 tight end behind Dallas Goedert, playing 28 of the Eagles' 71 offensive snaps while Goedert played 69 snaps. Barring an injury to Goedert, the 25-year-old Calcaterra has an uphill battle for targets among a crowded and talented group of pass catchers. The 6-foot-4, 240-pounder should remain far off the fantasy radar heading into a Week 3 matchup against the Saints.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Practicing again Calcaterra (shoulder) participated at practice Saturday, Olivia Reiner of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Apparently, the shoulder issue Calcaterra had been dealing with was only a minor one. Barring any more setbacks, he projects for a peripheral role in Philadelphia's offense behind Dallas Goedert in 2024.

AUGUST 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE