Philadelphia Eagles Acquire Jaire Alexander, Pursue Edge Rusher Amidst Injury Challenges

The Philadelphia Eagles have been actively reinforcing their cornerback (CB) room ahead of the 2025 NFL trade deadline, first acquiring veteran slot cornerback Michael Carter II from the New York Jets and then making a surprising move to acquire two-time Pro Bowler Jaire Alexander from the Baltimore Ravens. The trade for Alexander involved the Eagles sending a 2026 sixth-round pick to Baltimore in exchange for Alexander and a 2027 seventh-round pick, signaling the Eagles' continued pursuit to address their CB2 issues despite Alexander's recent struggles with injuries and limited playing time. While Alexander was once a top cover corner during his tenure with the Green Bay Packers, his recent performance and health issues have cast doubt on whether he will be the solution the Eagles hope for. Alongside these CB moves, the Eagles have also been managing their roster with key players Marcus Epps and Azeez Ojulari placed on injured reserve, prompting speculation about further roster adjustments, including potential trades or releases involving Adoree’ Jackson and Kelee Ringo. The Eagles are also strongly linked to pursuing a pass rusher, specifically Miami Dolphins' Jaelan Phillips, to bolster their struggling pass rush ahead of the trade deadline. Overall, Philadelphia's aggressive approach in the trade market reflects their intent to shore up defensive weaknesses and push towards Super Bowl contention.