The Philadelphia Eagles have made a significant move to enhance their defensive lineup by trading for edge rusher Jaelan Phillips. Reports indicate that the Eagles have exchanged a 2026 third-round draft pick with the Miami Dolphins for the talented pass rusher.
Eagles Acquire Jaelan Phillips in Trade
This transaction follows a growing interest from the Eagles in Phillips, which emerged over the weekend. Notably, Phillips previously played under Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio when he held a similar position with the Dolphins during the 2023 season.
Trade Details
- Trading Team: Philadelphia Eagles
- Acquired Player: Jaelan Phillips
- Trade Compensation: 2026 third-round pick
- Previous Team: Miami Dolphins
In addition to the pick sent to Miami, the Eagles have retained a 2026 third-round selection acquired from the New York Jets due to last year’s trade involving Haason Reddick.
Jaelan Phillips’ Performance
Phillips had an impressive start to his career, recording 15.5 sacks over his first two seasons. However, his performance was affected by injuries, including a torn Achilles he sustained against the Jets on Black Friday in 2023. He managed to return for four games last season but was sidelined with a torn ACL for the remainder of the year. This season, he has registered three sacks.
Recent Eagles Transactions
Alongside Phillips, the Eagles have also strengthened their secondary by acquiring cornerbacks Jaire Alexander and Michael Carter through recent trades. The team is actively pushing to improve their roster in anticipation of another Super Bowl run.
Dolphins’ Direction
The Miami Dolphins, on the other hand, are reportedly focused on rebuilding their roster rather than making a strong push for the 2025 season. They may explore further trade possibilities as they reshape their team for the future.
