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How Jonathan Greenard gives Eagles what Jaelan Phillips left behind
TL;DR
The Philadelphia Eagles traded for Pro Bowl edge rusher Jonathan Greenard from the Minnesota Vikings, giving up two third-round picks. Greenard signed a four-year, $100 million extension, securing his position with the team until 2031.
Key points
- Eagles traded for Jonathan Greenard from the Vikings
- Gave up two third-round picks in the trade
- Greenard signed a four-year, $100 million extension
- Eagles lost Jaelan Phillips to the Panthers
- Analysts rate the trade as a significant improvement
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On Friday night, during Day 2, the Philadelphia Eagles traded for Pro Bowl edge rusher Jonathan Greenard from the Minnesota Vikings, giving up two third-round selections (the 98th overall in 2026 and another in 2027) in return for Greenard and a seventh-round choice.
A four-year, $100 million extension was finalized right after, ensuring his stay in Philadelphia until 2031.
The Eagles lost Jaelan Phillips to the Carolina Panthers this offseason on a four-year, $120 million contract. They reversed course and acquired a Pro Bowl pass rusher for a lower cost, which many analysts describe as a below-market rate for his skill level.
ESPN's Seth Walder rated the trade an A-, referring to Greenard as a true elite edge rusher and a significant improvement over what Philadelphia had behind Nolan Smith.
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Q&A
What did the Eagles give up to acquire Jonathan Greenard?
The Eagles traded two third-round selections, the 98th overall in 2026 and another in 2027, to acquire Jonathan Greenard.
How long is Jonathan Greenard's contract with the Eagles?
Jonathan Greenard signed a four-year contract extension worth $100 million, ensuring his stay with the Eagles until 2031.
Who did the Eagles lose that led to the trade for Greenard?
The Eagles lost Jaelan Phillips to the Carolina Panthers, who signed him to a four-year, $120 million contract.