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The Eagles continue to make cuts ahead of Tuesday’s deadline on the defensive side of the ball. Mathis and Sam each played in one game for the Eagles last season while Woods has only appeared in preseason games for the team.

A rare seven-year prospect due to a medical redshirt in 2018, Sam (5’11/191) spent five years at McNeese State before transferring to Marshall in 2022 and then LSU in 2023. He saw ample playing time wherever he played, and has also seen plenty of snaps from the slot. Sam led LSU with three interceptions last season and may be better suited for a slot role given his size and trouble with finishing tackles at the FBS level. He’ll be 26 next February, and will likely need time on a practice squad before he can be considered for a 53-man roster.