NFL Rumors: Eagles Expected To Make ‘Strong Push’ For DeSean Jackson

Could there be a homecoming next season for DeSean Jackson and the Philadelphia Eagles?

It’s no secret that the Eagles reportedly have been looking for wide receiver help all season for young quarterback Carson Wentz, and it appears Jackson could be a perfect fit — so much so that they’ll make a “strong push” for his services in free agency, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

“The Philadelphia Eagles are likely to pursue a reunion with Washington Redskins wide receiver DeSean Jackson during the offseason,” Schefter reported Sunday, citing sources. “Multiple teams believe that Jackson, who will be an unrestricted free agent after the season, could return to Philadelphia. The Eagles would benefit from the addition of a speedy deep threat, and Jackson and Eagles coach Doug Pederson are big admirers of each other, sources said.”

Jackson’s departure in free agency was part of the Chip Kelly regime changes and never has sat well with Eagles fans, who loved Jackson during his first six seasons in the league.

Jackson caught 356 passes for 6,117 yards and 32 touchdowns for Philadelphia.