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Howie Roseman did not have a very good offseason. That much is hardly the only reason the 2026 Eagles are pretty bad. But it’s certainly part of the equation. That being said, he still very much deserves benefit of the doubt moving forward. And moves like the Jordan Davis trade are exactly why. He can press the right buttons to get this team turned around. He will do his job to put the Eagles in championship
contention.
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The Winners and Losers of the NFL Trade Deadline – The Ringer
Winner: Howie Roseman. Over the years, every time the Eagles have made a move—no matter how insignificant—the “HOWIE SZN!!!” posts on social media most likely appeared in your timeline. Sometimes it’s been warranted. Other times it hasn’t. The Jordan Davis trade falls into the former category. Davis has been a nice player for the Eagles, but he has played only 52 percent of the snaps this season. That’s because he is on the sideline for almost every passing situation. To get a first- and a second-round pick for a run-stopping defensive tackle is a minor miracle in 2026. The Eagles have been horrible this year, but they are now positioned to reload with five(!) first-round picks and five(!!) second-round picks in the next three drafts. Roseman’s greatest strength might be realizing when his roster is a mess and figuring out how to escape it. That was the theme for the Eagles at this trade deadline. —Sheil Kapadia
Warning to NFL general managers: Howie Roseman is about to fleece you – NBCSP
A broken-down receiver, a washed-up guard and an underachieving defensive tackle walk into a bar. And Howie Roseman walks out with two 1st-round picks and three 2nd-round picks. If I were an NFL general manager, I wouldn’t even answer the phone when Howie calls. Because you’re going to get fleeced. And if there’s one thing to feel good about during this miserable season to nowhere, it’s the way Howie has stockpiled premium draft picks with a series of what sure seem like lopsided trades. It all started in June when Roseman shipped disgruntled and divisive A.J. Brown to the Patriots for a 1st-round pick in 2027 and a 5th-round pick in 2027.
The Broad Street Bandit – PHLY Eagles
Yesterday afternoon, my phone buzzed. A text from Howie Roseman. “I’ll fix this, promise you.” It came shortly after the news broke that Howie had traded Jordan Davis to Jacksonville for a first-round pick in 2027 and a second in 2029. I looked at the return and started laughing. The Broad Street Bandit had struck again. The greatest pickpocket in the National Football League. Somewhere in Jacksonville, James Gladstone, the Jags’ 35-year-old GM, is frantically checking his pants, wondering where his wallet went. Welcome to the world’s most expensive fantasy football contest, young man. In Reservoir Dogs, there was Mr. Pink and Mr. Blonde. And now the NFL has Mr. Fleece. Howie Roseman.
NFL trade deadline winners, losers: Vikings find QB, Jags go all-in, Jonathan Taylor stranded – The Athletic
Philadelphia Eagles. General manager Howie Roseman began his wheeling and dealing last month by trading center Cam Jurgens to the Baltimore Ravens for a 2027 fifth-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick. This week, Roseman couldn’t pass up the haul he received from the Jaguars for Davis. The Eagles now have 10 picks in the 2027 NFL Draft, highlighted by two first-rounders, a second, a third, a fourth, three fifths, a sixth and a seventh. Their 2028 haul features two firsts and seconds, as well as Philadelphia’s standard picks in rounds three through seven. In 2029, they have eight selections: a first-rounder, two seconds and one selection in each of the remaining rounds.
Eagles-Bengals trade canceled – BGN
The problem, however, is that Ebiketie was signed by the Eagles as a compensatory free agent, which means the Bengals would ultimately be giving up their comp pick from trading Trey Hendrickson during the offseason. So while on paper they were only trading a sixth-rounder, they really were giving up a third-round pick as well — notably, it’s interesting the Bengals hadn’t considered this factor before agreeing to terms…
The NFL’s 6 biggest disappointments so far – SB Nation
No. 6: Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles just suck. No way to sugarcoat it. While it’s true that Jalen Hurts’ injury really threw a wrench in things, the Eagles were mediocre before that happened. This was a team supposed to cruise to an easy NFC East championship, maybe have to contend with the Cowboys — and that was really it. Instead, they stepped on rakes for so long it busted their face, leaving them utterly incapable of playing effectively this season. Rotten from the top down, the only question remaining is whether or not Philadelphia has the guts to make some of the difficult choices needed in the offseason to get this team back on the right track.
Almost a Trade – Iggles Blitz
I really wanted them to move Riq Woolen so this is really frustrating. Moving Davis and adding the first and second round picks means this was a successful trade deadline for the Birds. It would have been nice to make another deal or two, but that would have been for late rounds picks. Those resources can help. They just aren’t nearly as impactful as first and second round picks. Howie made the most of a tough situation (the 2026 season).
The Philadelphia Eagles’ 2026 trade haul is likely to age well over time – ESPN
This is not exactly screaming quick fix. And with the futures of both offensive coordinator Sean Mannion and defensive coordinator Vic Fangio up in the air — not to mention the fate of coach Nick Sirianni — there’s a good chance some players on the current roster won’t be scheme fits for what comes next. (To that end, the decision to part with Davis now for such a strong return may look prescient should the Eagles shift to a defensive system that doesn’t value a run-stuffing nose tackle as highly.) With just two wins, the Eagles are in the throes of a season that feels similar to 2012 and 2020 when the bottom fell out and change and repair were needed. The outlook has been poor enough this season that the front office felt comfortable trading away of pair of starters in-season in Jurgens and Davis, the latter of which was a team captain. These are not waters the Eagles have found themselves swimming in much over the past couple of decades. But in the mess lay opportunity, and Roseman has found a way to capitalize on it.
Twitter bashes Bengals for fumbling Arnold Ebiketie trade over compensatory draft pick – Cincy Jungle
It would probably have been better if Cincinnati hadn’t made any move than attempting one and then having to pull the offer.
2026 NFL Trade Deadline: Grades for every team – PFF
Philadelphia Eagles: A-. It’s always tough to get a read on what Howie Roseman will do, and it would have been surprising if the league’s most forward-thinking general manager didn’t sell off at least one marquee player. Retrieving a first- and second-round pick for Davis, who owns the 24th-ranked overall PFF grade at his position, was outstanding. Yet Roseman also probably should have dealt pending free agents like Riq Woolen, Dallas Goedert and Arnold Ebiketie, if not considered trading major names like Zack Baun and Cooper DeJean.
Nick Sirianni denies giving subtle middle finger to fans – PFT
Frankly, what else would Sirianni say? “Yes, it was a middle finger.” If he admits it, he’ll be fined — and the precedent for coaches is $100,000. Beyond that, why would anyone believe him? Last Friday, Sirianni admitted that he misled reporters regarding the team’s supposed commitment to quarterback Tanner McKee.There’s one other relevant factor, based on my own personal experience. My dad used to use that exact same move, during periodic verbal household disagreements with my mom. I saw it. She never did. But that was the move. And, if she’d seen it, he would have denied it. Just like Sirianni did.
Jordan Davis modeled his game after John Henderson. Now he’s a Jaguar. – Big Cat Country
Through the first four and a half seasons of his pro career, Davis hasn’t panned out to be a Henderson clone. He’s collected 9.5 sacks and 86 solo tackles in 73 career games. Meanwhile, Henderson had 22 sacks and 245 solo tackles in his first 80 career games. Unfortunately, Henderson played long enough ago that I can’t use any advanced statistics to tell you why Big Jordan could still be the modern version of Big John. (For the record, Davis ranked fourth in run-stop win rate and run defense EPA among DTs last season.) Still, the comparison won’t end any time soon. Davis will be expected to help deliver the ring that long evaded Henderson, Marcus Stroud, DaVon Hamilton, and other DT franchise legends. Jacksonville has always been known for its standout running backs. Now that Davis is here, the defensive tackle position could be the bigger reason that the Jaguars are celebrated.
Dolphins move Malik Willis to IR – The Phinsider
Kyle McCord will move into the starting role for the 1-7 Dolphins. A 2025 sixth-round draft pick of the Philadelphia Eagles, McCord spent the preseason with the Green Bay Packers before Miami acquired him in a trade as final roster cuts were being made. After spending all of his rookie season on the Eagles’ practice squad, McCord will now make his NFL debut following the Willis injury.
Ravens trade G Andrew Vorhees to Falcons for C Ryan Neuzil – Baltimore Beatdown
This year, Neuzil started Atlanta’s first nine games with lower run-blocking grades but similar numbers in pass protection. He now seems headed for a backup role in Baltimore behind Cam Jurgens, who was acquired from the Philadelphia Eagles last month. The Ravens have been snakebitten by center injuries this year, and Jurgens has a history of back problems. Neuzil is a significant upgrade over Kyle Hergel, who took over the backup center job after Jovaughn Gwyn and Ethan Pocic suffered long-term knee injuries in Week 3.
NY Giants trade deadline analysis: Nothing happened, and that’s OK – Big Blue View
The Giants? They are not there yet. Winning the NFC East would be a massive accomplishment. Remember, they won seven games combined the last two seasons. It would be a tremendous step in the right direction for a proud franchise that has been down for most of the last 15 years. I went on record a few days ago saying that I thought the Giants should make another run at Taylor, but that the price couldn’t be more than the second-round pick plus that they had already offered. Not giving away their first-round pick was the proper decision. In Harbaugh’s words, the prudent one. The Tennessee Titans did not want to trade running back Tony Pollard. He is a nice player, but Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy are nice players, too. The Giants could have used defensive tackle help. They were never getting Jeffery Simmons, and they weren’t foolish enough to give up a first-round pick for Davis. The Colts apparently wanted a fourth-round pick for Grover Stewart. The Giants didn’t have one to give. They do have Malachi Fields. They didn’t have a fifth-round pick. They do have J.J. McCarthy. Harbaugh had warned on Sunday that the Giants would protect their future.
Is the NFC East really winnable by the Cowboys? – Blogging The Boys
At 4-5, they trail the 5-2-1 New York Giants who are currently going through QB issues due to injury. The Giants keep winning by beating bad teams, something the Cowboys have not been as good at. The Cowboys wasted some of their soft schedule while the Giants mostly made good on theirs. So do you believe the Cowboys can win the NFC East and make the playoffs? The second half of the season gets harder for the Cowboys, but the same can be said of the Giants.
Commanders vs. Giants Tuesday injury report: Treylon Burks limited – Hogs Haven
Treylon Burks had a big Tuesday ahead. He needed to work and show the Commanders that he can play again. This was a big practice, and, honestly, the only one where the veteran receiver could prove worthy of playing in Thursday’s game against the New York Giants. Are we sure he’s going to go? We are not. But there’s some hope after he was considered limited on the Commanders’ official injury report.
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