When the Philadelphia Eagles pulled off a Week 2 trade with the Jacksonville Jaguars in September 2025, they knew they were getting a versatile weapon in Tank Bigsby. Now entering his second season in midnight green, the former Auburn Tiger is ready to take on an even bigger role.

The Trade That Worked Out

The Eagles acquired Bigsby on September 8, 2025, in a move that has already paid dividends. Philadelphia saw an opportunity to add a physical runner who could spell Saquon Barkley while also providing a boost in the return game.

In his first season as an Eagle, Bigsby delivered:

• 16 games played
• 58 carries for 344 rushing yards
• 2 rushing touchdowns
• Solid production on kickoff returns

Those numbers may look modest, but remember - Bigsby was playing behind one of the best running backs in football. His role was to provide fresh legs and keep Barkley healthy for the stretch run.

What to Expect in Year 2

With a full offseason in the Eagles system, Bigsby should be even more effective in 2026. He now knows the playbook inside and out and has developed chemistry with the offensive line.

At 5'11" and 215 pounds, Bigsby is a physical runner who excels between the tackles. He's also shown he can contribute in the passing game when called upon - something that will make him even more valuable in Kellen Moore's offense.

The Bigger Picture

The Eagles now have one of the deepest backfields in the NFL with Barkley, Bigsby, Will Shipley, and Dameon Pierce. That depth will be crucial for a team looking to maintain their ground-and-pound identity while keeping their star running back fresh for a playoff run.

For Bigsby, year two is about proving he can handle an even larger workload if needed. All signs point to him doing exactly that.