Eagles Lose EDGE Rusher Jaelan Phillips to Carolina Panthers in NFL Free Agency, Reports Say
- ESPN's Adam Schefter reported on Mar 9, 2026 that Jaelan Phillips agreed to a four-year, $120 million contract with the Carolina Panthers including $80 million guaranteed.
- Given his recent pass-rush production and previous experience in Vic Fangio's scheme, Carolina pursued Phillips after being traded to Philadelphia at the November trade deadline.
- Over five NFL seasons he has 28 sacks in 63 games and in 2025 produced 35 pressures, earning a 2026 Pro Bowl alternate, ESPN reported.
- The Eagles, who traded a 2026 third-round draft pick for Jaelan Phillips, had hoped to retain him, while extending defensive tackle Jordan Davis signals broader roster planning.
- Given his injury history, Jaelan Phillips suffered a torn Achilles in 2023 and a partially torn ACL in 2024, raising availability concerns despite reports calling the deal high-risk, high-reward during the NFL's legal tampering period.
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Edge rusher Jaelan Phillips and the Carolina Panthers have agreed on a four-year, $120 million contract, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Monday. The person, who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity…
Jaelan Phillips spurns Eagles for Panthers in $120 million free agency surprise
Jaelan Phillips reportedly agreed to a four-year, $120 million contract ($80 million guaranteed) with the Panthers, leaving the Eagles short-handed at edge rusher after their in-season trade acquisition split town.
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