By Tucker Bagley, Sports Talk Philly staff writer 
The 2017 offseason is far from over. However, with most of the heavy lifting done, it seems like a good time to take a look at the Eagles' roster and see if there are any holes Howie Roseman needs to fill before the start of training camp in a few months.
Quarterback (2): Carson Wentz, Nick Foles
Chase Daniel is out, Foles is in. With the Eagles bolstering their depth at the skill positions, they can't afford to carry more than two quarterbacks on the 53-man roster. This duo should work, and Doug Pederson can keep a developmental QB on the practice squad.
Running Back (4): Wendell Smallwood, Darren Sproles, Donnel Pumphrey, Corey Clement
Assuming Ryan Mathews will not be back with the Birds, this group makes the most sense as a committee. Clement is the power, Sproles and Pumphrey are big-play threats, and Smallwood is a versatile 'back who can contribute on all three downs. Honestly, there isn't much to get excited about with this group, but these guys could form a solid committee for 2017 and the Eagles could head into next season searching for a true three-down running back.
Wide Receiver (6): Alshon Jeffery, Torrey Smith, Jordan Matthews, Nelson Agholor, Mack Hollins, Shelton Gibson
It seems like all these guys are locks, although the rookies could play their way onto the practice squad if they struggle in training camp. Jeffery, Smith and Matthews will be the core group on offense, while Hollins will be a major player on special teams and Gibson could be a deep-ball threat in sub packages. Agholor is just here, thanks to his contract. Maybe he can do more than kill grass in 2017.
Tight End (3): Zach Ertz, Brent Celek, Trey Burton
Once again, no changes for this group, although we may see an increase in snaps for Burton over Celek as the latter rides off into the sunset. However, with Burton set to be a free agent after 2017, this squad may be getting a facelift soon.
Offensive Line (10): Jason Peters, Isaac Seumalo, Jason Kelce, Brandon Brooks, Lane Johnson, Chance Warmack, Allen Barbre, Halapoulivaati Vaitai, Stefen Wisniewski, Dillon Gordon
The Eagles did a lot to boost their depth along their interior offensive line. Adding Warmack and retaining Wisniewski gives the Birds five interior linemen with starting experience. Add in Peters, Johnson and Vaitai as the primary tackles and the Eagles have an offensive line that is talented and deep across the board. Gordon sticks again as a high-ceiling developmental prospect.
Defensive End (6): Brandon Graham, Vinny Curry, Derek Barnett, Chris Long, Marcus Smith, Alex McCalister
Brace yourself, we're closing in on the end of the Marcus Smith era. In the final year of his rookie deal, it seems like Smith will be back again, mainly as a third-string pass rusher and a contributor on special teams. The Eagles need Curry to bounce back after a rough 2016 campaign, but adding Barnett and Long gives the team more depth on the edge. McCalister will battle Steven Means for the final slot here, and I think the rookie's athletic ability will give him the edge and help him stand out on special teams.
Defensive Tackle (4): Fletcher Cox, Tim Jernigan, Elijah Qualls, Beau Allen
The Eagles lost Bennie Logan in free agency, but adding Jernigan and Qualls will more than make up for his production. Cox remains an elite talent who will take the pressure off the younger guys in this group, giving them space to make plays. Don't be surprised if a good season from Jernigan sets him up for a big contract next year.
Linebacker (5): Nigel Bradham, Jordan Hicks, Mychal Kendricks, Najee Goode, Joe Walker
Once again, the Eagles don't have much talent to deal with at the linebacker position, but management doesn't seem to mind, so I won't make a big fuss over it. The starters remain the same from 2016, although it still seems like the team is ready to move on from Kendricks. Goode always seems to find his way on the roster, and if Walker's knee is healed, he can be a solid backup to Hicks. Perhaps the biggest omission is draft pick Nathan Gerry, but a spot on the practice squad seems to make sense for the college safety. He needs time to learn a new position and put on some weight.
Cornerback (5): Jalen Mills, Rasul Douglas, Ron Brooks, Patrick Robinson, Aaron Grymes
Barring a medical miracle, Sidney Jones will not be ready for Week 1, so he'll be left off this hypothetical roster. That leaves Mills and Douglas to start on the outside with Brooks manning the slot. Robinson is a versatile guy who has struggled to stay healthy, but his ability to play all over the field makes him a solid fourth cornerback. Grymes really impressed me in training camp last year, but an injury left him off the roster to start the year and he never really recovered. If healthy, he's a solid depth piece.
Safety (5): Malcolm Jenkins, Rodney McLeod, Terrence Brooks, Chris Maragos, Jaylen Watkins
Jenkins and McLeod are one of the top safety tandems in the league, while Maragos remains a special teams ace. Watkins is a versatile defender who can play in a style similar to Jenkins, albeit not at the same level. Brooks is another good special teams guy, forcing two fumbles in 2016.
Special Teams (3): Caleb Sturgis, Donnie Jones, Jon Dorenbos
No changes here, although Jones is getting up there in age and Dorenbos is recovering from a broken wrist. The Eagles do have Rick Lovato under contract, so he's an insurance policy, should Dorenbos not return to form. As for Jones, expect undrafted free-agent signee Cam Johnston to compete in training camp with the Eagles watching and working him potentially for the future.
