The NFL's Ian Rapoport reports that former Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Mekhi Becton is signing a two-year, $20 million deal with the Los Angeles Chargers. Becton started 15 games for Philadelphia a season ago, recording 78.05% of the team's snaps. It was his only season with the Eagles after spending the first three years of his career with the New York Jets. The former first-round pick should serve as a significant boost for LA's offensive line and figures to spend time as a guard for the team. The Chargers have been active this offseason, but the 25-year-old could prove to be one of their most pivotal acquisitions yet. It's great news for new running back Najee Harris.
Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Mekhi Becton (knee) has returned to Sunday night's Super Bowl matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs. In the first half, Becton injured his knee at an undetermined point and was seen on the sidelines working with trainers. However, he'd return to the game late in the second quarter. Thus far, Philadelphia's offensive line has allowed just one sack for a loss of six yards.
Mekhi Becton Questionable To Return With Knee Injury
Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Mekhi Becton (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's Super Bowl meeting with the Kansas City Chiefs. The former first-round pick left the contest in the first half, though the exact time his knee injury occurred is unclear. Eagles guard Tyler Steen is working in his stead for the time being. The 25-year-old was clearly in pain on the sideline while attempting to get into a stance. Until his exit, Becton had matched up well against Chiefs' star defensive lineman Chris Jones.
Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Mekhi Becton (undisclosed) was seen limping for most of training camp practice on Sunday and seemed to be in noticeable discomfort before heading indoors. The injury-prone Becton signed a one-year, $5.5 million deal with the Eagles back in April. The 25-year-old former 11th overall pick in 2020 out of Louisville was a bust in his time with the Jets and had multiple lower-body injuries keep him off the field. He missed all of 2022 but played in a career-high 16 games in his final season in New York in 2023. This could be bad news for Philly, as they signed him with the expectation that he would start this year at offensive guard in place of Tyler Steen (ankle) to begin the year. Becton has had multiple injuries to his right knee, so if his current injury is to the same knee, he could be sidelined for the start of the regular season.
Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle/guard Mekhi Becton has not had a great start to his NFL career. The No. 11 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft by the New York Jets has played in just 31 games (30 starts) over his first four pro seasons. He's struggled with weight management, injuries, and general ineffectiveness. However, he's reportedly having a great offseason after a change of scenery. "He's probably had one of the best offseasons here," offensive tackle Lane Johnson said. "He's played some guard at times and has done really well. Just a big, strong, powerful dude. I think he's going to help us a lot this year whether he plays tackle or guard. But a guy that big that can move that well, we definitely need him out there." Becton is learning from one of the best offensive line coaches in the NFL (Jeff Stoutland) and a few offensive linemen who are top players at their positions. The 25-year-old Louisville product figures to be the "sixth man" on one of the best offensive lines in the NFL, so he'll have a chance to step back and develop.
Free-agent offensive tackle Mekhi Becton has signed a deal with the Philadelphia Eagles. The former first-round pick has agreed to a one-year deal worth $5.5 million for next season. The New York Jets decided to move on from Becton after he started 16 games for them in 2023. Becton has not lived up to the hype of being taken early in the draft. To be fair, Becton has faced multiple injuries and is still young enough to turn his career around. This could end up being a steal for the Eagles if they can get Becton on the right track.
New York Jets free-agent offensive tackle Mekhi Becton visited with the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday and has two more visits upcoming, according to a league source. Becton was the 11th overall pick by the Jets in 2020 out of Louisville. He started just 14 games in his first two seasons in the NFL due to knee injuries and missed all of 2022. The 6-foot-7, 363-pound hulking offensive lineman was finally able to stay healthy last year, starting 16 games for the Jets. The Bengals are searching for offensive tackle help this offseason after Jonah Williams signed with the Arizona Cardinals on Wednesday. While Becton's huge frame is great for getting in the way of would-be pass-rushers, he's missed more games (36) than he's played in (31) early in his NFL career.
New York Jets offensive lineman Mekhi Becton (ankle, knee), who came into Friday's Week 12 contest against the Miami Dolphins as questionable, is officially inactive. Becton won't be able to suit up after spraining his ankle in the Week 11 blowout loss to the Buffalo Bills. The good news is that his injury isn't believed to be all that serious, so he could have a chance at returning in Week 13 at home against the Atlanta Falcons. Becton's absence on Friday is notable with quarterback Tim Boyle replacing Zach Wilson under center for his first start of the year for the floundering Jets.
New York Jets offensive tackle Mekhi Becton has won the team's starting right-tackle spot to start the 2023 regular season. Becton, the former 11th overall pick in 2020 out of Louisville, was able to return to the practice field this summer after dealing with knee injuries the last several seasons. He managed to play well in training camp and the preseason to earn a starting job over Max Mitchell. The Jets' offensive line has always been better with a healthy Becton on the field, but the problem is he's often been out of shape and hurt early in his career. Whether the 24-year-old can stay healthy all year in 2023 is another question, but this is a good start and good news for quarterback Aaron Rodgers in his first season in New York.
New York Jets fourth-year offensive tackle Mekhi Becton, who has dealt with weight problems frequently in his time with the Jets, recently weighed in at around 340 pounds. Becton weighed in the 380-390 range in previous years, so this appears to be good news for the Jets offensive lineman heading into training camp this summer. He'll be competing with veteran Duane Brown for the starting left-tackle job while simultaneously competing with Max Mitchell and Billy Turner at right tackle. As long as Brown is healthy, he should win the left-tackle job, so Becton will essentially be competing at right tackle in training camp. The Jets' best offensive-line combination is one that has Becton involved, but he'll need to stay in shape to stay on the field.
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