PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Eagles just announced on their team's Web site that they have released quarterback Jeff Garcia to make room on the 53-man roster for 32-year-old linebacker, Jeremiah Trotter.
Garcia, who joined the Eagles after starting quarterback Donovan McNabb went down with a broken rib during the team's Week 1 game, was released by the Oakland Raiders before the season started. However, it was reported that Raiders' head coach Tom Cable said that Garcia requested out of Oakland.
With McNabb a possibility to play next Sunday, the efficient play of backup Kevin Kolb and Michael Vick on the active roaster, Garcia became the odd man out as the Eagles attempt to shore up the linebacker position.
Trotter, a four-time Pro Bowl selection, has not played since 2007. He is now in his third stint (1998-2001 and 2004-2005) with the Eagles.