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RBPHI40 insightsLatest Oct 6, 2026
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NegativeBustAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Released by the Eagles after a strong preseason performance, Steele exemplifies a player who shines in August against lower-competition opponents but fails to translate that to success against starters. The source notes he has the right size, athleticism, and effort for preseason success but is not quite good enough to make plays against starters. In 2024 with KC, he ran for 183 yards (3.3 yards per carry) and caught 7 passes (3.7 yards per reception)—not ideal production. He struggles when facing quality defenders like Zack Baun.
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NegativeBustAug 30, 2026Bleeding Green Nation
Steele was released by the Eagles despite strong preseason results, confusing observers. The source explains Steele excels in August against lower-tier competition but lacks the ability to make plays against starters. In 2024 with KC, he ran for 183 yards (3.3 yards per carry) and caught 7 passes (3.7 yards per reception)—not ideal production. He shines against 'future car salesmen, insurance employees or welders' but struggles against elite defenders like Zack Baun.
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NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Bleeding Green Nation
Carson Steele will not make the Philadelphia Eagles' initial 53-man roster despite preseason standout production. Steele led the Eagles in receiving with 14 receptions for 136 yards and two touchdowns in the preseason, but the team is cutting him. His rushing production was weak: 59 yards on 21 carries (2.8 average) over three preseason games. The source notes Steele spent the entire 2025 season on the Kansas City Chiefs' practice squad, indicating limited league-wide interest. Assuming he clears waivers, Steele is expected to return to the Eagles' practice squad.
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NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Carson Steele is being cut from the Philadelphia Eagles' initial 53-man roster despite a strong preseason receiving performance (14 receptions, 136 yards, 2 touchdowns). The source notes Steele's rushing production was weak at 59 yards on 21 carries (2.8 average) over three preseason games, and his lack of prior NFL traction—having spent the entire 2025 season on the Kansas City Chiefs' practice squad—made the cut unsurprising. The source expects Steele to clear waivers and return to the Eagles' practice squad.
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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Carson Steele looks like he will make the Eagles after another strong performance with eight catches for 52 yards and a TD against the Bengals. He has a knack for doing something each time he is on the field. His Friday night performance follows six catches on seven targets (one for 28 yards) for 84 yards and a TD, plus 33 rushing yards on 12 carries against New England. Steele was the Eagles' leading receiver through three preseason games, highlighting the receiving corps weakness with starters DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks not playing at all.
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PositiveUsageAug 29, 2026Bleeding Green Nation
Steele finished the preseason as the Eagles' leading receiver with 14 receptions for 136 yards and 2 TDs, significantly ahead of other pass-catchers (Darius Cooper: 5 recs/65 yards; Stone Smartt: 7 recs/47 yards; Britain Covey: 5 recs/44 yards, 1 TD). His 21 rushing attempts produced only 59 yards (2.8 average), but the source notes he has made a case for himself and the Eagles might envision using him in a fullback role. If he doesn't stick in Philadelphia, he should find a landing spot elsewhere.
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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Steele led the Eagles in preseason receiving with 14 receptions for 136 yards and 2 TDs, far outpacing other receivers (Cooper 5 rec/65 yards, Smartt 7 rec/47 yards, Covey 5 rec/44 yards); however, his 21 rushing attempts yielded only 59 yards (2.8 avg). The source suggests the Eagles may envision him in a fullback role or keep him as RB4 behind Barkley, Bigsby, and Shipley; if he doesn't stick in Philly, he should find a landing spot elsewhere.
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PositiveRoleAug 25, 2026Bleeding Green Nation
Mannion highlighted Carson Steele's strong preseason performance, noting '[Carson Steele] carried a heavy workload late in that game, and he handled it really nicely.' Mannion emphasized that Steele 'was a great example of getting an opportunity for expanded reps in the preseason and really did a nice job with it. Did a great job with the ball in his hand, run and pass.' Mannion concluded 'There could certainly be a role for him,' signaling potential offensive involvement for the running back.
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NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL
Caught six passes for 84 yards and a touchdown, and added 33 yards on 12 carries; produced some of the most fun moments of the night. His receiving ability and physicality make him interesting, with a potential path to the roster if the Eagles believe he can provide occasional fullback snaps or contribute in multiple offensive packages. However, the concern is pass protection—he had several shaky reps, particularly during the first half, though he improved later. His protection must become more reliable if versatility is going to be his argument for a roster spot.
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NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026Bleeding Green Nation
Carson Steele made some excellent plays as a runner and receiver, including a highlight-reel hurdle of a defender on a flat route completion where he caught in space and accelerated upfield. However, he had a few shaky pass protection reps, particularly in the first half, and will have to clean that up to have a chance at the roster. The source notes his receiving ability and athleticism are positives, but pass protection reliability is critical for his roster chances.
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NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026Bleeding Green Nation
Steele produced some of the most fun moments of the night with six receptions for 84 yards and a touchdown, plus 33 yards on 12 carries, showcasing receiving ability and physicality. He is unlikely to beat Shipley for the primary backup running back role, but could have a path to the roster if the Eagles believe he can provide occasional fullback snaps or contribute in multiple offensive packages. The primary concern is pass protection; Steele had several shaky reps, particularly during the first half, and his protection must become more reliable if versatility is going to be his argument for a roster spot.
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NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026Bleeding Green Nation
Steele is unlikely to make the Eagles' 53-man roster given the crowded running back depth chart (Saquon Barkley, Tank Bigsby, Will Shipley) and has not been practicing as an H-back in training camp, suggesting the Eagles would not file him under the 'tight end/fullback' category. However, his preseason performance has made it 'very hard for the Eagles to stash him on their practice squad,' as other teams' pro scouting departments were watching. If cut, Steele will be subject to waivers and will have another preseason appearance against Cincinnati to audition for other teams.
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PositiveProjectionAug 24, 2026Bleeding Green Nation
Steele recorded 6 catches for 88 yards receiving in preseason against New England, the most by an Eagles running back in a preseason game since Raheem Mostert's 93 yards in 2015. The source notes this far exceeds his college career high of 57 yards and his NFL regular-season high of 9 yards, showcasing soft hands, great feel for running in space, tremendous toughness in traffic, plus athleticism, and hurdling ability on his touchdown. While preseason performances against backups warrant caution, the source emphasizes there is 'a lot to like about Steele's game' and describes him as 'precisely the kind of player you want on the practice squad: smart, tough and productive.'
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