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Opinion
Cut Jake Elliott: The Eagles Can't Afford a Bottom-Five Kicker at $6 Million
Jake Elliott has been a bottom-five kicker for two consecutive seasons while earning $6 million. The Eagles have bigger problems, but paying premium money for a liability isn't how you build a championship roster.
Analysis
Jordan Davis or Jalen Carter: The Eagles Can't Pay Both — And That Changes Everything
Jalen Carter is projected for a four-year deal worth $120-140 million. Jordan Davis is looking at $55 million over three years. The Eagles' defensive line dominance hinges on a decision Howie Roseman can't afford to get wrong.
Opinion
Friendships Are Killing the Eagles: How a Fraternity Culture Is Destroying Philadelphia's Future
The Eagles' coaching hires read like a fraternity recruitment list — Parks Frazier at 34, Sean Manion at 33, Chris Kuper with no head coaching experience. When merit takes a back seat to relationships, championships don't follow.
Analysis
Cam Jurgens' Stem Cell Gamble Exposes the Eagles' Offensive Line Crisis
The Eagles center traveled to Medellín for experimental stem cell treatment on his deteriorating back. With Lane Johnson contemplating retirement and Landon Dickerson's injury history, Philadelphia's offensive line is in serious trouble heading into 2026.
Analysis
Jalen Carter's Mega Extension Depends on One Thing: His Shoulder
If healthy, he's worth $28-30M per year. If the shoulder is degenerative, pump the brakes and use the fifth-year option. The Eagles can't afford to get this wrong.
Analysis
Jordan Davis Contract Prediction: 3 Years, $45 Million — And Here's Why
Nose tackles don't get paid like pass rushers. If you're not a third-down player, you're not getting that money. Davis' deal reflects that reality.
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Offseason
Eagles Offseason Bookkeeping: Michael Carter's Gone, Jake Elliott's on Thin Ice
The easy cuts, the tough conversations, and the restructures that'll create cap space. Here's where the Eagles stand financially.
Opinion
A.J. Brown's Trade Value: Stop Pretending You're Getting a First
His contract kills first-round value. Social media antics hurt it further. The realistic return? A second-round pick and some extras — if you're lucky.
Opinion
The Sean Mannion Experiment Is the Boldest Offensive Gamble in Eagles History
Sean Mannion has been a coach for 24 months.He has never called a play in a real NFL game.He has never worked directly with a quarterback as a position coach.
Analysis
Bradley Chubb Released — Eagles Should Pass
Miami is cleaning house, and Chubb is available. But the Eagles are big game hunting, and Chubb doesn't fit the profile.
Opinion
The Eagles' Practice Facility Is Becoming a Competitive Disadvantage — And Jeffrey Lurie Knows It
Visit the NovaCare Complex and then visit the New York Jets' facility.Visit the Miami Dolphins' new building.Go check out what the Baltimore Ravens built.
Analysis
Jalen Hurts MUST Run Again — The Numbers Don't Lie
From 52 rushing TDs over four years to just 8. From 150 carries to 105. The Eagles QB abandoned what made him special, and it showed.
Analysis
The Combine Is About More Than Guys in Shorts — It's Where the Eagles' Offseason Takes Shape
The NFL Combine starts this week in Indianapolis, and if you think it's just about 40-yard dashes and bench press reps, you're missing the real action.