MIAMI GARDENS, FL – SEPTEMBER 14: Miami Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips (15) jogs off of the field following pregame warmups before the game between the New England Patriots and the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Hard Rock Stadiu
PHILADELPHIA – The Eagles on Monday made their third defensive addition ahead of the NFL Trade Deadline, adding LB Jaelan Phillips for picks in a deal with the Miami Dolphins.
What we know:
Lineback Jaelan Phillips will join the defending Super Bowl champs in exchange for a 2026 third round pick, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Philly has two 2026 third round picks, one of which was acquired from the New York Jets. Schefter says the pick being sent to Miami is the Eagles’ initial pick.
Before Monday’s trade, the Eagles traded for a pair of cornerbacks – Jaire Alexander and Michael Carter, in deals with the Baltimore Ravens and New York Jets.
In nine games with the Dolphins, Phillips has joined in on 25 tackles and three sacks.
What’s next:
The NFL Trade Deadline is on Tuesday at 4 p.m.
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