Eagles trade Davis to Jaguars for picks
Philadelphia sends the 2022 first-round pick to Jacksonville in exchange for future first and second round selections.
By Lorenzo Patterson ·
The Philadelphia Eagles traded defensive tackle Jordan Davis to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Monday.
The deal sends Davis to the Jaguars in exchange for a 2027 first-round pick and a 2029 second-round pick.
Davis, 26, entered the league as the 13th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft out of the University of Georgia.
During his time in Philadelphia, he earned All-Rookie honors and became a team captain for the 2026 season.
The Eagles credited Davis with helping secure three NFC East titles, two NFC Championships, and Super Bowl LIX.
He recorded 72 tackles, 4.5 sacks, and 22 quarterback pressures during the 2025 campaign.
Davis became the first player in franchise history to win both NFC Defensive and Special Teams Player of the Week honors in the same year.
The team described Davis as a cornerstone run defender and a locker room leader in a press release.
Eagles officials stated they are grateful for his contributions to the team and the Philadelphia community.
They noted his growth as a player and leader reflects hard work and character.
The trade occurs as the Eagles prepare for their Week 10 bye.
Philadelphia falls to a 2-7 record following a 19-11 divisional loss to the New York Giants on Sunday game day relative to the Monday announcement date context, but the source specifies Sunday's loss leading to the 2-7 record and the trade on Monday. The source says Sunday's loss to the Giants. The trade is Monday. So the loss was the day before the trade. The source says Sunday's loss. So the loss happened Sunday, trade Monday. The record is 2-7. The loss was 19-11. This is their seventh consecutive loss, their longest skid since 2012. Jalen Hurts is sidelined. Rookie quarterback Joe Milton III started his first career game. He threw for 169 yards, was sacked seven times, and fumbled once. The Eagles will host the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 11. The Jaguars have made three trades on Monday to bolster their defense. They also acquired safety Jessie Bates III and defensive tackle Davon Godchaux. The Eagles are widely considered sellers as the NFL trade deadline approaches. The team said Davis was instrumental in their success, which included two Super Bowl appearances and a World Championship in 2024.
