Overview
- Dianna Russini reports the Eagles asked the Jets about Jermaine Johnson, with New York holding out for a second-round pick or better and taking calls despite prior signals the player would stay.
- Philadelphia has also checked on Miami’s Jaelan Phillips, whom multiple reports say could cost at least a third-round pick as the 26-year-old plays out his contract year after recent injuries.
- Multiple insiders say the Browns have told teams Myles Garrett will not be traded, a stance reinforced by the financial hurdles tied to his four-year, $160 million extension signed in March.
- The push for help off the edge follows injuries to Nolan Smith, Azeez Ojulari and Ogbo Okoronkwo and Za’Darius Smith’s sudden retirement, leaving Philadelphia short on consistent outside pressure.
- The Eagles already acquired cornerback Michael Carter II from the Jets this week, and league expectations point to further calls before the Nov. 4 trade deadline.