How the Eagles Lost Jaelan Phillips — And Why It Exposes a Bigger Problem
The Eagles had a deal in place for Jaelan Phillips at 3 years, $27.5 million. Then Carolina swooped in with a fourth year and $30 million. Now Howie Roseman is scrambling for an edge rusher — again.
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