Zach Berman

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The Eagles waived RB Jaydon Blue.

One other note to watch in the next nine weeks: Every player released after the trade deadline is subject to waivers — even vested veterans. The waiver wire is ordered in reverse order of the standings. So the Eagles will have an easier-than-usual crack at players who are cut for the remainder of the season.

It's false to say the Eagles were quiet at the deadline when they landed a 1st- and 2nd-round pick, although my sense is that was a deal dictated more by the value coming in than the team's current plight.

Re: Dallas Goedert — I believe his contract is structured in such a way to allow for a post-June 1 release, so there were cap ramifications of accelerated charges if the Eagles traded him at the deadline.

..And it looks like the Eagles will hold onto players with expiring contracts, such as CB Riq Woolen. (For what it's worth, he said he did not want a trade. He wants to play with his teammates in Philly.)

Excited for @MikeSielski, can’t wait to dig in — he puts in the work and doesn’t cheat the readers on his books. I remember in Feb. 2025 chatting with him at the Super Bowl. He was driving 80 miles to Baton Rogue the next day to study sheet music from Rocky at the LSU library. Talk about going the distance. This is is going to be something for every Rocky fan and Philly aficionado to read…

Clint Hurtt discussing Moro Ojomo: “His effort — I know that may seem like a simple thing, but that’s a valuable trait that not every player masters, because it is a skill. Playing hard is a skill. … Not everybody does it. If you’re in the real world at a Fortune 500 company, the people who get retained and that you want to make sure you have as long as you possibly can are the people who grind and know how to work. … You can harp on it all you want to, but when you find somebody who innately has it within them, that’s a skill that, to me, is priceless.”

It’s true the Eagles will miss Jordan Davis’ presence in the locker room — big personality, brought positive energy, respected captain. Having said that, I wouldn’t dismiss the behind-the-scenes value of Moro Ojomo’s presence (if Eagles can keep him long-term). He’s a different type of personality, but he’ the type of worker and character you’d want in your locker room.

Should the Eagles have taken advantage of Joe Milton’s mobility more than they did? Discussed that with @markgfeldman from @betPARX

Asked Jordan Davis last night for his perspective on the trade deadline. Admittedly, the impetus of the question was a locker room that I figured would look different when the Eagles returned from the bye. Didn’t think it would be him. Here’s what he said: “I think it's something that we really don't think about. Obviously, when somebody does come or leave, it does catch a lot of people by surprise. But for right now, we’ve just all been worried about playing the game, playing the game with integrity, and just enjoying the moment where we're in.”

How will Howie Roseman approach the next 24 hours? Chatted about it with @markgfeldman on @betPARX (recorded before the Jordan Davis trade!)

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Asked Nick Sirianni at 3:45 if they were going to be sellers. Gave a fine answer for a head coach. (But wouldn’t have minded if he said, keep a window of time open this evening…)

One thing I’ve often thought about Howie Roseman in 15 years covering him: He’s at his best when he’s building — when he’s unsentimental and creative. That’s what stood out in 2021/2022 offseasons; he creates optionality, operates with a long runway and taps into every resource. The deep reservoir of picks allows him to be flexible. I’d be curious what this trade tree looks like 5 years now. Look at the Carson Wentz trade, 2021 1st-round pick trade trees as examples.

Statement from the Eagles: “We are extremely grateful to Jordan for his contributions to our team on the field and in the Philadelphia community since we drafted him five years ago. He has been a key contributor to our team culture and on-field success, which included two Super Bowl appearances and a World Championship in 2024. His growth and development as both a player and a leader are a testament to his hard work and character. We wish Jordan nothing but continued success."

(Left unsaid here, me speculating: The possibility of a Jim Schwartz reunion post-Vic Fangio.)

Jordan Davis is a team captain and a valuable voice in the locker room. He’s worked at improving his conditioning and pass rush since coming to Philadelphia; the Eagles gave him a big contract extension betting on both. He hasn’t been as productive as a pass rusher this year, but he has a rare combination of size and athleticism and his base line is a force in the running game. Still, this is a hard deal to turn down — especially if there’s uncertainty about the future scheme. If Eagles play an even front in future, it changes projection.