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Philadelphia Eagles Lose Jaelan Phillips, Nakobe Dean, Reed Blankenship in NFL Free Agency, Reports Say

ESPN's Adam Schefter reported on Mar 9, 2026 that Jaelan Phillips agreed to a four-year, $120 million contract with the Carolina Panthers including $80 million guaranteed.
Given his recent pass-rush production and previous experience in Vic Fangio's scheme, Carolina pursued Phillips after being traded to Philadelphia at the November trade deadline.
Over five NFL seasons he has 28 sacks in 63 games and in 2025 produced 35 pressures, earning a 2026 Pro Bowl alternate, ESPN reported.
The Eagles, who traded a 2026 third-round draft pick for Jaelan Phillips, had hoped to retain him, while extending defensive tackle Jordan Davis signals broader roster planning.
Given his injury history, Jaelan Phillips suffered a torn Achilles in 2023 and a partially torn ACL in 2024, raising availability concerns despite reports calling the deal high-risk, high-reward during the NFL's legal tampering period.

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