Dallas Goedert will remain with the Philadelphia Eagles for the 2025 season after agreeing to a reworked contract with the team in early May. The tight end, originally drafted by the Eagles in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft with the 49th overall pick, cited multiple reasons for staying. Speaking from Tight End University at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, Goedert said the Super Bowl LIX victory played a role in his decision, as did his relationships within the organization.
Goedert explained that after being drafted a year after the Eagles won Super Bowl LII, he experienced the post-championship atmosphere but was not part of that team. Following the Eagles’ win over the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX on February 9, 2025, at the Superdome in New Orleans, he wanted to be present for the banner drop and associated events. He stated that he did not want to miss the continuation of that experience. Goedert’s decision to stay was influenced by his strong relationships within the franchise, including ownership, staff members, and even the building’s cooks.
In the 2024 season, Goedert played in 10 games, totaling 496 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Though he missed time due to a knee injury, the Eagles retained him. General manager Howie Roseman managed the restructured agreement to keep Goedert on the roster as the team aims to defend its championship.
During Tight End University, an annual gathering of NFL tight ends co-founded by George Kittle, Travis Kelce, and Greg Olsen, Goedert participated in training sessions alongside approximately 80 other players. George Kittle used Goedert as a teaching example during a team meeting, highlighting his performance as a model for others. Goedert acknowledged that early TEU meetings featured mostly Kittle’s own film, but that has expanded to include other players. He described it as meaningful that others now view his tape as a reference point.
Goedert also discussed the Eagles’ short-yardage play known as the “tush push,” or “brotherly shove.” The play involves quarterback Jalen Hurts receiving a snap and being pushed forward by teammates, including Goedert, in order to gain short yardage. Goedert described it as effective and explained that the team puts in consistent effort to execute it successfully. He said the offensive line runs specific drills focused on staying low and pulling the grass. Goedert noted that other teams can legally attempt the play, as the formation is visible on film, but they are not as successful with it.
The play was the subject of a recent rule change proposal. The Green Bay Packers proposed banning the tush push, but NFL owners rejected the motion. ESPN reported that Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie gave an impassioned speech defending the play during the discussion. Consequently, the play remains legal for the 2025 season.
Goedert addressed critics of the play and made a comparison to Travis Kelce’s receiving ability. He suggested that eliminating a play due to effectiveness would be equivalent to stopping teams from passing to Kelce because of his success. At Tight End University, Goedert said he will not be practicing the tush push until training camp.
Off the field, the Eagles’ coaching staff underwent changes. Kellen Moore, the former offensive coordinator, left to become the head coach of the New Orleans Saints. Kevin Patullo, previously the passing game coordinator, was promoted to offensive coordinator. Goedert said Patullo has been with the team since head coach Nick Sirianni arrived. He expressed approval of Patullo’s early work during OTAs and said he looks forward to how Patullo will involve him in the offense. Goedert described Patullo as someone he has developed a connection with over the past four years.
Goedert enters his eighth season with the Eagles in 2025. He replaced former tight end Zach Ertz as the starter during his tenure and has remained with the team since. He stated his intention is to win another Super Bowl with Philadelphia.
