Philadelphia Eagles
Rookie FAs Through The Years
Every year, players go undrafted who will go on to have impactful NFL careers. The Eagles have been fortunate to sign several of those players throughout the years, beginning in 1977 with a familiar face ...
Of every undrafted rookie ever signed by the Eagles, Herman Edwards has started the most games for the franchise. Edwards started all 135 games he played for the Eagles.
Of course, Edwards' most memorable moment came when he returned this Joe Pisarcik fumble for a touchdown in the original Miracle At The Meadowlands.
Undrafted out of Cheyney University, the hard-hitting Waters became an integral part of Buddy Ryan's defense.
Waters ranks behind only Herm Edwards with 104 starts for the Eagles as an undrafted free agent.
Waters recorded 13 interceptions in nine seasons with the Eagles. He passed away in 2006.
Thomas, a product of Northern Illinois, emerged as a starter for the Eagles immediately. His 95 starts for the Eagles place him third among all undrafted free agents.
Here, Thomas takes on a familiar opponent in Troy Aikman.
Often the security blanket for Donovan McNabb, Lewis was a serious red-zone threat. His 23 touchdowns rank second all-time among Eagles tight ends.
Here, Lewis comes over to celebrate a touchdown with James Thrash, who was undrafted himself. Thrash joined the Eagles after beginning his career in Washington.
A Memphis product, Hicks emerged as a useful offensive lineman, starting 31 games in three seasons before departing in free agency.
The Eagles hauled in an amazing crop of rookie free agents in 2003. Four players from this class combined to start 167 games for the Eagles, led by Jackson, the longtime center.
Through his first five seasons, Jackson started all 71 games he played for the Eagles. The Delaware State product was a fan favorite.
Undrafted out of Auburn, Hood started 13 games for the Eagles but that doesn't begin to describe his impact as a top-notch nickel CB.
The speedy Lewis emerged out of Illinois to become a dependable option for Donovan McNabb on the outside.
Lewis' finest moment as an Eagle came in hauling in this touchdown during Super Bowl XXXIX.
Mikell, the Boise State product, earned himself a spot on the Eagles as a rookie by impressing on special teams.
After four seasons excelling on special teams, Mikell earned a starting spot on defense in 2007. He would go on to become a team leader through 59 starts with the team.
Mikell recorded 10 interceptions with the Eagles to go with seven forced fumbles and four sacks.
A versatile interior lineman out of New Mexico State, Cole started 29 games over five seasons with the team.
Another player who earned his roster spot through special teams play, Jordan excelled in that area and would go on to become a dependable linebacker.
Jordan started 34 games for the Eagles in six seasons, recording two interceptions and one sack.
Polk took the first step in career by earning a roster spot last year. Will any undrafted rookies from this year's class go on to make an impact for the Eagles?
