In a move that stunned NFL insiders, Philadelphia Eagles veteran tight end Dallas Goedert has agreed to rework his contract, taking a pay cut to stay with the team. Addressing the media this week, the 30-year-old delivered a defiant, ice-cold message: “Still here. You guys couldn’t get rid of me.” For Eagles fans, it was a bold declaration of loyalty—but beneath the surface lies a high-stakes gamble that could define his future in Philadelphia.
Goedert’s decision to accept a reduced salary comes after a 2023 season where injuries and age began to chip away at his production. Despite a dip in numbers over the past three seasons, he remains a cornerstone of the Eagles’ offensive identity. His performance during Philadelphia’s Super Bowl run earlier this year—17 catches for 215 yards and a touchdown—proved he can still deliver when the stakes are highest. Yet, the restructured deal raises questions about whether Goedert is the long-term answer at tight end or merely a bridge to the future.
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— Zach Berman (@ZBerm) May 28, 2025
The financial details, per Spotrac, reveal a $10 million base salary for 2025, with up to $1 million more in incentives—a structure that buys the Eagles cap flexibility while placing immense pressure on Goedert to perform. With no guaranteed money beyond this season, 2025 could be his final shot to prove he deserves to stay in midnight green. The emergence of younger talent like Grant Calcaterra, who stepped up during Goedert’s injury absence last season, only adds to the urgency.
Drafted in 2018, Goedert has racked up over 4,000 receiving yards and 24 touchdowns in his seven-year tenure, cementing his role as a reliable playmaker. But as Bleacher Report’s Brent Sobleski notes, while Goedert remains a dependable contributor, the Eagles are already exploring other options at the position. His loyalty to the team is undeniable, but the bombshell truth is clear: this prove-it year will determine whether Goedert’s future lies in Philadelphia or elsewhere.
For now, Goedert is betting on himself, embracing the challenge with the same tenacity that has defined his career. As he fights to secure his place on the roster, one thing is certain: he’s not going down without a fight.