In a surprising but not shocking move, the Eagles are releasing Britain Covey ahead of the 53-man roster deadline.
Buy Eagles TicketsThe #Eagles released WR/returner Britain Covey, an NFL source said. He could return to the 53, and at the least to the practice squad.
Sources also confirm @MikeGarafolo reports that WRs Devon Allen and Greg Ward were released.
— Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) August 29, 2023
A highly productive player at Utah, Covey was the Eagles’ primary punt returner last season after being elevated to the active 53-man roster as an undrafted rookie free agent.
Early on, Covey had two fumbles and averaged 6.1 yards per punt return in the Eagles’ first five games.
Over his last 15 games (including the playoffs), Covey increased his productivity as he got more comfortable, averaging 12.3 yards per return and no fumbles.
Covey’s production was on par with New England’s Marcus Jones, who averaged 12.5 yards per return, tops in the NFL through the second half of the season.
Covey is efficient, doesn’t put the football on the ground, and is on pace to be the NFL’s best at returning punts.
He’ll return at some point.
