The Philadelphia Eagles are exercising free agent cornerback William Jackson III on Tuesday, according to a record from NFL insider Jordan , that transforms 31 in October, is an experienced veteran with 64 profession starts over 75 games played. Originally a first-round pick No. 24 total) by the Cincinnati Bengals, he signed a three-year Commanders Store, $40.5 million contract with the Washington Commanders in 2021. Jackson disappointed big cash expectations 100.4 passer score allowed in 2021, 121.9 passer score allowed 2022) and got traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers last season however never bet them as a result of taking care of a bulging disc in his Eagles presently have 7 cornerbacks on their lineup: Darius Slay, James Bradberry, Avonte Maddox, Josh Jobe, Mario Goodrich, Kelee Ringo, and Eli Ricks. Bradberry missed out on Week 2 due to a concussion while Maddox suffered what's believed to be a season-ending pectoral injury. It stays to be seen specifically how the Eagles will replace Maddox. Goodrich was his in-game substitute at nickel cornerback in Week 2 yet the team could desire to go in a different direction relocating forward. The opportunity of Bradberry moving inside to play the port has actually been gone over. In that scenario, Josh Jobe would certainly see snaps on the outside opposite from Darius Slay. So, where does Jackson suit? Offered his minimal experience having fun in the slot, he figures to give added depth outside. As high as they have wish for their lasting potential, the Eagles might not intend to see Ringo or Ricks getting substantial defensive snaps anytime quickly. We'll see if the Birds end up authorizing Jackson or otherwise.