Eagles trade Jordan Davis to Jaguars for two high draft picks

Jacksonville stärkt seine Defense gleich dreifach, während Philadelphia wertvolle Flexibilität für den Neuaufbau gewinnt

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Philadelphia Eagles defensive lineman Jordan Davis wearing a green No. 90 jersey.
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The next blockbuster ahead of the 2026 NFL trade deadline is all but finalized. On Monday night, both the Philadelphia Eagles and the Jacksonville Jaguars confirmed Jordan Davis is set to change teams.

ESPN insider Adam Schefter first reported the trade. Official announcements from both teams followed shortly afterward.

Jacksonville adds one of the league’s best-known defensive tackles, while Philadelphia receives two valuable draft picks for the coming years.

According to the Jaguars’ official announcement, the trade is still pending a physical.

Why the Eagles are trading Jordan Davis despite his massive contract

Jordan Davis was a key part of Philadelphia’s defensive line for several years.

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The Eagles selected the 26-year-old 13th overall in the 2022 NFL Draft. Davis developed into one of the team’s most important players, particularly against the run.

He played a key role in the Eagles’ Super Bowl triumph following the 2024 season. In the championship game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Davis recorded a sack, among other contributions, and helped Philadelphia win the Vince Lombardi Trophy.

Davis made the biggest individual leap of his career to date during the 2025 season.

He recorded 72 tackles, 4.5 sacks and 22 quarterback pressures that year. He also broke up six passes.

One of his most spectacular plays came against the Los Angeles Rams, when he blocked a field goal and returned the ball for a touchdown.

In March 2026, Philadelphia rewarded his development with a three-year contract extension worth $78 million.

But just a few months later, the Eagles are now parting ways with him in a surprise move.

Davis has recorded 31 tackles and 1.5 sacks in nine games this season. He was still considered an important run-stopper and was even named a team captain before the season.

The trade could primarily be a strategic decision for the Eagles.

The team is in a deep slump after seven straight losses. Philadelphia most recently fell 19-11 to the New York Giants and now sits at two wins and seven losses.

The additional 2027 first-round pick gives general manager Howie Roseman significantly more options as he reshapes the roster.

Jaguars add three defensive stars

The Davis trade is already Jacksonville’s third major addition in just a few hours.

Earlier, the Jaguars acquired safety Jessie Bates III from the Atlanta Falcons.

Atlanta receives a 2027 second-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick in return.

Jacksonville also acquired defensive tackle Davon Godchaux from the New Orleans Saints. The Saints receive a conditional 2028 sixth-round pick in return.

With Davis, Bates and Godchaux, the Jaguars are bolstering both their defensive line and their secondary.

General manager James Gladstone was especially pleased to add Davis. He described the defensive tackle as a versatile elite player whose impact is felt on every play.

Jacksonville has six wins and two losses through eight games and leads the AFC South.

The three additions underline the Jaguars’ ambition to make a deep playoff run this season.

The move also reunites Davis with defensive end Travon Walker. The two played together at the University of Georgia and won a national championship there.

The NFL trade deadline is Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 10 p.m. Central European Time.

Whether Jacksonville makes any more additions before then remains to be seen.

One thing is already clear: With three trades, the Jaguars are among the most active teams heading into the deadline.

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Was bekommen die Eagles für Jordan Davis?

Philadelphia erhält einen Erstrundenpick im NFL Draft 2027 und einen Zweitrundenpick im Draft 2029.

Warum traden die Eagles Jordan Davis?

Der Trade könnte eine strategische Entscheidung sein: Philadelphia steckt nach sieben Niederlagen in Folge in einer tiefen Krise und erhält mit dem Erstrundenpick zusätzliche Möglichkeiten für den Umbau des Kaders.

Zu welchem Team wechselt Jordan Davis?

Der Defensive Tackle wechselt von den Philadelphia Eagles zu den Jacksonville Jaguars. Der Trade steht noch unter dem Vorbehalt einer körperlichen Untersuchung.

Welche Statistiken hatte Jordan Davis 2025?

In der Saison 2025 verbuchte Davis 72 Tackles, 4,5 Sacks, 22 Quarterback Pressures und sechs abgewehrte Pässe.

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