Philadelphia Eagles Emerge as NFL Trade Deadline Winners
The Philadelphia Eagles, defending Super Bowl champions, lead the NFC with a 6-2 record. Despite their strong position, General Manager Howie Roseman aggressively pursued roster improvements before the NFL trade deadline.
Key Trades Made by the Eagles
- Acquired cornerback Michael Carter II and a 2027 seventh-round pick from the New York Jets, trading away wide receiver John Metchie III and a 2027 sixth-round pick.
- Traded a 2026 sixth-round pick to the Baltimore Ravens for cornerback Jaire Alexander and a 2027 seventh-round pick.
- Obtained edge rusher Jaelan Phillips from the Miami Dolphins in exchange for a 2026 third-round draft pick.
Strategic Improvements
The Eagles targeted key weak spots at cornerback and edge rusher, securing players with significant potential to strengthen their lineup.
“The Eagles made the kind of moves I would have liked to see from the Bills and Chiefs. Philly knows it’s already a contender, but still made smart, high-upside deals to acquire an EDGE in Jaelen Phillips (for a 3rd round pick), and got CB Michael Carter II in the window for John Metchie III and a 6th round pick.”
— James Dator, SB Nation
These moves position the Eagles as one of the most proactive and potentially successful teams at the trade deadline.
Author’s summary: The Eagles strengthened their Super Bowl contender status through smart trades, addressing key defensive needs with high-upside acquisitions at cornerback and edge rusher.