Eagles' Next Moves: Three Potential Trade Targets Ahead of Deadline
With a 6-2 record and second-place standing in the NFC, the Philadelphia Eagles are looking to bolster their roster ahead of the trade deadline on November 4th. According to local sports publication PhillyVoice, here are three players who could make sense for the team.
First up is Alontae Taylor, a cornerback with versatility and inside-outside skills that aligns well with Eagles' coach Vic Fangio's coaching style. Taylor has played in 55 NFL games, starting 44 of them, and boasts an impressive tackling record (89 tackles, 4 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, and 16 pass breakups) in 2024. As he enters the final year of his contract, the Saints may be willing to part ways with Taylor for a late third-round pick.
Another potential target is Calais Campbell, a defensive lineman who has been productive despite being on one-year deals. PFF grades him as the 7th best defensive lineman in the NFL last season and 13th this year. With Campbell's versatility to play both edge and interior roles, the Eagles could benefit from his addition, particularly with their current depth issues at both spots.
Finally, there's Evan Neal, a guard who was drafted 7th overall in 2022 but has been a healthy scratch every week so far this season. Unlike Green, another first-round pick the Eagles traded for last year, Neal is scheduled to become a free agent next offseason. The team may be able to retain him cheaply if they believe he's making progress under coach Jeff Stoutland, and given their track record of turning around first-round busts (Mekhi Becton), this could be an attractive value pickup.
While it's unclear whether the Giants would be willing to trade for any of these players, Eagles' GM Howie Roseman has made a reputation for pulling off savvy trades. As always, there are risks involved, but with the team's current roster and Fangio's coaching style, Taylor or Campbell could provide the kind of upgrades that put the Eagles in position to make a deep playoff run.
With a 6-2 record and second-place standing in the NFC, the Philadelphia Eagles are looking to bolster their roster ahead of the trade deadline on November 4th. According to local sports publication PhillyVoice, here are three players who could make sense for the team.
First up is Alontae Taylor, a cornerback with versatility and inside-outside skills that aligns well with Eagles' coach Vic Fangio's coaching style. Taylor has played in 55 NFL games, starting 44 of them, and boasts an impressive tackling record (89 tackles, 4 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, and 16 pass breakups) in 2024. As he enters the final year of his contract, the Saints may be willing to part ways with Taylor for a late third-round pick.
Another potential target is Calais Campbell, a defensive lineman who has been productive despite being on one-year deals. PFF grades him as the 7th best defensive lineman in the NFL last season and 13th this year. With Campbell's versatility to play both edge and interior roles, the Eagles could benefit from his addition, particularly with their current depth issues at both spots.
Finally, there's Evan Neal, a guard who was drafted 7th overall in 2022 but has been a healthy scratch every week so far this season. Unlike Green, another first-round pick the Eagles traded for last year, Neal is scheduled to become a free agent next offseason. The team may be able to retain him cheaply if they believe he's making progress under coach Jeff Stoutland, and given their track record of turning around first-round busts (Mekhi Becton), this could be an attractive value pickup.
While it's unclear whether the Giants would be willing to trade for any of these players, Eagles' GM Howie Roseman has made a reputation for pulling off savvy trades. As always, there are risks involved, but with the team's current roster and Fangio's coaching style, Taylor or Campbell could provide the kind of upgrades that put the Eagles in position to make a deep playoff run.
and evan neal sounds kinda cool cuz the eagles always turn those first-round draft picks around tho 
! They need some solid players on D-line and a corner who can cover those speedy receivers, you know? Alontae Taylor's the name that keeps popping up in my head - that tackling record of his is insane! 
89 tackles and 4 sacks in one season, bruh! 
. Plus, with coach Stoutland at the helm, I think they can turn him into a starter next season 
but seriously, can't they just develop their own CBs instead of throwing money at someone? 
. But you know who's been underutilized this season? Evan Neal 
He was drafted high but hasn't gotten much playing time, so if the Eagles think he can make a difference next year, it might be worth giving him another chance 
! I think Alontae Taylor would be an amazing addition to the Eagles' secondary 
, his versatility is exactly what they need to elevate their game defense 
. On the other hand, Calais Campbell is still putting out solid performances despite being on one-year deals 
. I'm curious to see how GM Howie Roseman works this trade, he's always been magic 
when it comes to making savvy trades 
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. And I mean, 16 pass breakups in 2024? That's impressive 
. But you have to wonder what the Saints are thinking letting him go after being such a key contributor for so long 
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️. And with how the NFL is becoming more focused on depth and flexibility, it's awesome to see teams taking a closer look at players like him 
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I'm like super hyped about the Eagles' potential trade targets this season! 
and he fits so well with Fangio's system 
He's been killing it as a defensive lineman and the Eagles could really use some depth at that spot 
