The Philadelphia Eagles shocked the NFL on Monday night by trading defensive tackle Jordan Davis to the Jacksonville Jaguars for a 2027 first-round pick and a 2029 second-round pick. The move came just before Tuesday's trade deadline and signaled a clear rebuild for the 2-7 Eagles, who had signed Davis to a three-year, $78 million extension only in March after his breakout 2025 season.
Rebuilding with draft capital
The Eagles now hold two first-round picks in both 2027 and 2028, plus two second-round picks in 2028 and 2029. General manager Howie Roseman has the ammunition to build another Super Bowl contender, either by drafting a franchise quarterback or acquiring a star player seeking a move.
Three more stars who could be traded
1. Edge rusher Nolan Smith – The fourth-year pass rusher could fetch a Day 2 pick before his fifth-year option of $13.752 million becomes guaranteed. Smith's physical style and run defense make him attractive to contenders needing pass-rush depth.
2. Linebacker Zack Baun – A two-time All-Pro, Baun has 65 tackles and two sacks through nine weeks in 2026. His three-year, $51 million contract is movable, but at 30 he may be nearing the end of his prime. A significant return would be required.
3. Slot cornerback Cooper DeJean – After a first-team All-Pro season and a pick-6 in the Super Bowl win over Kansas City, DeJean has struggled in 2026. If the Eagles hesitate to pay top-tier cornerback money, they could seek a first-round pick for a player still regarded as the league's best slot corner at his peak.
All scenarios are hypothetical and may not materialize, but the Davis trade has opened the door for further blockbuster moves as Philadelphia reshapes its roster.
