Eagles Acquire All-Pro Safety Kevin Byard from Titans in Trade for Terrell Edmunds and 2024 Draft Picks

Philadelphia's 6-1 Eagles strengthen injury-ridden secondary with former Titans' longest-tenured captain and All-Pro Kevin Byard, while 2-4 Tennessee Titans start trading veterans amidst likely rebuild.

The Philadelphia Eagles have strengthened their injured secondary by acquiring All-Pro Safety Kevin Byard from the Tennessee Titans, in exchange for Safety Terrell Edmunds and 2024 fifth- and sixth-round draft picks.
Previously serving as the Titans' longest-tenured captain, Byard brings significant experience to the Eagles; he has not missed a single game in his entire eight-year NFL career and had at least four interceptions in five of the past six seasons.
A two-time Pro Bowler and first-team All-Pro selection, Byard represented the heart of the Titans' defense and was especially known for his stellar communication skills, reliability and capacity to handle explosive plays.
The signing indicates the emerging contrasting strategies of both teams: the 6-1 Eagles pushing for another Super Bowl run, and the 2-4 Titans likely moving towards a rebuild signaled by their decision to offload a key veteran and accrue 2024 draft capital.
Byard's move to Philadelphia isn't just about his skills on the field; his native ties and reunion with former Titans teammate A.J. Brown - now a star wide receiver for the Eagles - could also boost team morale and fan support.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

The Philadelphia Inquirer