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Eagles Trade Thomas Booker IV for Jakorian Bennett to Strengthen Secondary

Bennett enters training camp contention for a starting cornerback spot vacated by Darius Slay’s departure

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Oct 1, 2023; Inglewood, California, USA; Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Jakorian Bennett (0) blocks a pass intended for Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Joshua Palmer (5) during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Overview

  • The Eagles sent reserve defensive tackle Thomas Booker IV to the Las Vegas Raiders in exchange for cornerback Jakorian Bennett.
  • Bennett, a 2023 fourth-round pick under contract through 2026, recorded 26 tackles and eight pass breakups in 10 games before his 2024 shoulder injury.
  • He now joins Kelee Ringo and Adoree’ Jackson in vying for Philadelphia’s starting outside cornerback position.
  • Booker played in all 17 games last season for the Super Bowl LIX champions and will compete for a rotational role in Pete Carroll’s Las Vegas defensive front.
  • The swap underscores Philadelphia’s strategy of using young, cost-controlled talent to maintain roster balance and depth.