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The NFL Trade Deadline and the Eagles' Moves

The NFL trade deadline is set for Tuesday at 4 p.m. Eastern Time, and the Philadelphia Eagles (6-2) are expected to be active. While the team has been relatively quiet in the past two years, this year they have already made several moves to strengthen their roster.

On Monday, the Eagles acquired edge rusher Jaelan Phillips from the Miami Dolphins. Here are five things to know about Phillips:

1. Jaelan Phillips has been a key player for the Dolphins, recording 29 quarterback pressures this season and three sacks in his last five games.
2. The Eagles gave up a third-round pick in the 2026 draft for Phillips, indicating their belief in his potential to contribute immediately.
3. Phillips has experience playing in high-pressure situations, which could benefit the Eagles as they prepare for the playoffs.
4. His addition comes as part of a broader strategy by general manager Howie Roseman to address areas of need on the defense.
5. With the Eagles' next game against the Green Bay Packers on Monday night, Phillips could play a crucial role in the matchup.

In addition to Phillips, the Eagles have also made other moves during the bye week. They acquired cornerback Jaire Alexander from the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for a 2026 sixth-round pick and a 2027 seventh-round pick. Alexander, a former first-round pick by the Green Bay Packers, has struggled to find consistency with the Ravens but brings valuable experience to the Eagles' secondary.

Another acquisition was Michael Carter II, a cornerback from the New York Jets. The Eagles traded wide receiver John Metchie III for Carter II, adding depth to their defensive backfield. This move could also mean that Cooper DeJean will be moved outside, providing more flexibility in the secondary.

What’s Next for the Eagles Before the Trade Deadline?

Howie Roseman has been busy in the week leading up to the trade deadline, making three deals in a little under a week. While these moves might seem like the end of the road for the Eagles, history suggests that Roseman is not one to shy away from additional acquisitions.

One possibility is that the Eagles may continue to focus on improving their defensive backfield. With the additions of Alexander and Carter II, the Eagles now have eight corners on their 53-man roster. However, with Jakorian Bennett expected to return from injured reserve, there could be a need to adjust the roster further.

Another area of potential interest is the tight end position. Dallas Goedert has been a reliable target, but he is a pending free agent, and the Eagles don’t have a tight end under contract for the 2026 season. Adding another tight end could provide more depth and flexibility for the offense.

The offensive line is another area where the Eagles might look to add depth. Brett Toth and Fred Johnson have held up well, but Matt Pryor remains an option at backup guard. If the Eagles decide to make another move, it could be in this area.

Impact of the Eagles’ Trades

The impact of the Eagles’ trades has varied over the years. One of the best deals came in 2013 when they traded defensive tackle Isaac Sopoaga and a late draft pick to the New England Patriots for a fifth-round pick in the 2014 draft. That pick was later used to acquire running back Darren Sproles, who became a three-time Pro Bowler for the Eagles.

In 2017, the Eagles added running back Jay Ajayi, who played a key role in their Super Bowl run. However, Ajayi suffered a torn ACL in 2018 and was eventually released by the Eagles in 2019.

More recently, the Eagles acquired defensive end Robert Quinn in 2022. He and the Eagles agreed to void the final two years of his contract, and he became a free agent following the Birds’ loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII.

The NFL Trade Deadline Timeline

The NFL trade deadline is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 4 p.m. Eastern Time. This is the second year in a row that the league has scheduled the deadline between Weeks 9 and 10. Previously, the deadline fell after Week 6, but it was pushed back to the day after Week 8 in 2012.

Once the deadline passes, teams cannot make trades until the start of the new league year, which is 4 p.m. on March 11, 2026. It’s also the date teams can begin signing free agents from the previous year.

Other NFL Transactions

Other notable transactions across the league include:

• The Seattle Seahawks acquiring WR Rashid Shaheed from the Saints.
• The Colts acquiring Sauce Gardner in a blockbuster trade with the Jets.
• The Jaguars landing WR Jakobi Meyers in a trade with the Raiders.
• The Cowboys trading for Bengals LB Logan Wilson.

These moves highlight the competitive nature of the NFL, with teams constantly looking to improve their rosters ahead of the playoffs.

ESPN and YouTube TV Dispute

ESPN and other Disney channels remain dark on YouTube TV due to a carriage dispute entering its fifth day. Sources say the two sides remain far apart on how much YouTube TV, which has about 10 million subscribers, should pay Disney each month to include its family of channels.

This dispute could impact the Eagles’ Week 10 Monday Night Football game against the Green Bay Packers on Nov. 10, which is scheduled to air on both ESPN and ABC. If the dispute continues, it could affect viewership and the overall experience for fans watching the game.