Eagles sign CB Isaiah Bolden, release OL Hollin Pierce
The Eagles signed former Patriots cornerback Isaiah Bolden before two joint practices in New England and released Hollin Pierce.
The Philadelphia Eagles bolstered their cornerback corps by signing free agent Isaiah Bolden and simultaneously waived offensive lineman Hollin Pierce. Bolden, 26, was drafted by New England in the seventh round of the 2023 NFL draft, but he spent his rookie year on injured reserve and appeared in 14 games for the Patriots last season, logging 10 tackles and a fumble recovery.
The Eagles released Pierce, a 6-foot-8, 341-pound offensive tackle/guard who had been struggling to secure a spot on the roster despite his size and versatility. The move comes as Philadelphia faces a crowded cornerback room and several injuries to key linemen. Bolden's addition provides the Eagles with another long, athletic outside cornerback who can also contribute in the kicking game, a versatile asset that will be valuable for the team's two upcoming preseason games against their former Patriots teammates.
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