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Why Did the Seahawks Trade Tariq Woolen? Inside the Eagles' $12M Gamble

The Eagles signed the most physically gifted cornerback in the NFL for just $12 million on a one-year deal. But Tariq Woolen's talent comes with a history of taunting penalties and benchings that scared off every other team.

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The Eagles' Edge Rush Crisis Is Worse Than You Think

The Eagles have lost eight defensive starters in two years and signed two replacements. The edge room is bare. Here's why fixing the pass rush is the single most important move of the offseason.

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Jordan Davis' $26 Million Extension: 80 Third-Down Snaps and a Whole Lot of Questions

Jordan Davis just got paid $26 million a year and played just 80 third-down snaps last season. Is the Eagles' investment in their interior lineman justified — or is this another Howie Roseman gamble?

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Jihaad Campbell Is Ready to Be the Eagles' Defensive Heartbeat

With Nakobe Dean gone to the Raiders on a $36 million deal, the Eagles are handing the keys to their linebacker corps to Jihaad Campbell. The PFWA All-Rookie selection is built for this moment — and Philly should be excited, not worried.

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The Case for Maxx Crosby to Philadelphia Just Got Stronger

After the Ravens backed out of their deal, the path for Maxx Crosby to the Eagles is clearer than ever. Here's what Philadelphia's dream defense would look like.

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Tariq Woolen Trade to Eagles: Why He Makes Philly's Defense Better Than Last Year

The Eagles just traded for Tariq Woolen from Seattle. Here's how the 6'4" corner fits in Vic Fangio's scheme, what Philly gave up, and why the defense is now better than the Super Bowl roster.

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Eagles Just Built the NFL's Most Dangerous Secondary

With Riq Woolen joining All-Pros Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean, the Eagles' defensive backfield might be the most talented three-corner unit in football. Here's why Vic Fangio's secondary could terrorize the NFL in 2026.

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Jordan Davis Gets Paid Like a Franchise Player

Jordan Davis' massive extension bets on continued growth from a player who transformed his body and his game in 2025. The Eagles are paying him as a three-down defensive tackle. Can he live up to it?

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Jonathan Greenard Trade to Eagles: Why Philly Has Him as a Contingency Plan

The Eagles have identified Jonathan Greenard as a trade target if Jaelan Phillips walks in free agency. Here's the trade package, Greenard's fit in Vic Fangio's defense, and what it would cost.

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The Eagles Have a Jalen Carter Problem They Can't Ignore

The Eagles are working on a Jalen Carter extension while simultaneously fielding trade calls. Drew Rosenhaus wants $35 million per year. Philadelphia is offering $29-30 million. Something has to give.

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Jordan Davis Contract Extension: Is $26M Per Year Worth It for the Eagles?

Jordan Davis is in line for a massive contract extension with the Eagles. Here's the projected deal, whether he can play three downs consistently, and how it impacts Philly's cap strategy.

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The A.J. Brown Trade Feels Inevitable — And the Eagles Know It

Howie Roseman is 'jumping through hoops' trying to make creative deals work on A.J. Brown, but nobody's biting. The Patriots remain the most likely destination — and the clock is ticking.

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Jordan Davis Got $91 Million — Now He Has to Prove He's Worth It

The Eagles paid Jordan Davis like a three-down player. He's been a two-down player for four years. At $26 million per year, hope and projection need to become production — fast.

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