The Philadelphia Eagles announced on Tuesday that the team has released running back Dameon Pierce. The move follows a negotiated injury settlement between the organization and the veteran player, a development first reported by NFL.com. The decision concludes Pierce’s tenure with the franchise as he works to recover from lingering health issues that prevented him from participating in recent team activities.
Under the terms of the agreement, Pierce will be eligible to sign with another NFL team once he is medically cleared and the settlement period expires. Injury settlements are standard procedures in professional football, allowing teams to clear roster spots while providing players with compensation for the time they are expected to be sidelined. According to the league’s official news portal, the settlement allows the Eagles to move forward with their current backfield rotation while offering the running back the necessary time to rehabilitate his injury outside of the team facility.
The running back was initially brought into the Philadelphia roster to provide depth and veteran experience. However, an undisclosed injury hampered his ability to compete during the preseason and training sessions. By reaching an injury settlement, both parties avoid the complications of placing the player on season-ending injured reserve, which would have required him to remain with the organization for the duration of the campaign. The team has not yet announced a corresponding roster move, though front office officials are expected to evaluate available free agents in the coming days to bolster their depth chart.
Pierce, who has previously demonstrated production in the league, will now focus entirely on his physical recovery. The transaction serves as a reminder of the volatility of NFL rosters, where health status often dictates personnel decisions during the final stages of team building. As noted by the outlets reporting on the transaction, the Eagles remain committed to refining their squad as they prepare for the upcoming regular season schedule.