Eagles sign OL Jared Wheeler

PHILADELPHIA -- In a better-late-than-never effort to provide some depth to their offensive line, the Eagles signed Jared Wheeler on Monday to a one-year contract following a private workout, according to multiple sources.

The Eagles released long-time left guard Evan Mathis last week after the eleven-year veteran stayed away from voluntary OTAs in relation to a $1 million per year pay raise that eventually never came.

Wheeler was picked up by the Seahawks as an undrafted free agent from Miami (Fla.), also playing for the Panthers and Bills during his first professional campaign. Though he's likely to not see much, if any, starting time when the regular season arrives, having not seen any action yet in his short career. 

Which leaves the Eagles still in the market for a young, and even somewhat experienced, offensive lineman for their coming season. Jason Peters at left tackle is 33 and Allen Barbre, Mathis' likely replacement will turn 31 this month. Andrew Gardiner, Matt Tobin, and Lane Johnson fill out the rest of the group. 

But there's no denying the Eagles have taken a serious hit as they look to improve on their fifth-best total offense.