The Philadelphia Eagles have taken significant steps to improve their special teams and overall roster as they prepare for upcoming challenges. They claimed receiver and return specialist Xavier Gipson off waivers from the New York Giants after Gipson was cut by the Jets and Giants within ten days. Gipson, who has a career average of 26.0 yards per kickoff return and 8.9 yards per punt return, is expected to bolster the Eagles' return game, which struggled in Week 3. The team also waived offensive lineman Kenyon Green to make room. Gipson’s addition comes amid ongoing issues with kickoff returns, with Eagles’ current returners Tank Bigsby and John Metchie III facing difficulties handling kicks from Rams kicker Joshua Karty. Gipson, who has 27 receptions for 268 yards and a touchdown as a receiver, has returned 68 punts with an average of 8.9 yards and one touchdown, making him a versatile addition. Meanwhile, the Eagles continue to deal with injuries, including shoulder and groin issues affecting Darius Cooper and Adoree’ Jackson, respectively, with Lane Johnson expecting to return after suffering a stinger. The team’s defense remains dominant, highlighted by Jordan Davis’s game-changing blocked field goal returned for a touchdown, which was part of a historic effort that included two blocked field goals in a game for the first time in 50 years. Head coach Nick Sirianni and players like Jordan Mailata emphasized the importance of resilience and the team’s winning streak, now at 19-1 over the last 20 games. The Eagles’ victory over the Rams was marked by strategic plays, including a 61-yard blocked field goal return for a touchdown by Davis, and a game-winning drive in the final minutes. The team’s special teams play continues to be a focal point, especially with the upcoming matchup against the undefeated Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who recently edged the Jets with a late-game drive led by Baker Mayfield. The Eagles are favored to win this Week 4 matchup, with the game shaping as a pivotal test for their undefeated start. Additionally, NFL insider reports revealed that the Eagles contacted Shedeur Sanders on draft day, highlighting their interest in the Colorado quarterback, who ultimately went to the Cleveland Browns. The team’s strategic moves and player performances keep them at the top of the NFC East standings, with a strong 3-0 record and one of the best recent winning streaks in franchise history.