Eagles Acquire Edge Rusher Jaelan Phillips, Teammates Express Excitement for Game-Wrecker

The Philadelphia Eagles have acquired edge rusher Jaelan Phillips from the Miami Dolphins for a 2026 third-round pick, aiming to bolster their defensive line for a deep playoff run. The 26-year-old former first-round pick has dealt with Achilles and ACL injuries but has been productive when healthy, recording 3 sacks and 7 QB hits in his last five games this season. Phillips previously impressed Eagles tackles Lane Johnson and Jordan Mailata in Week 7 of the 2023 season, logging 1 sack, 2 QB hits, and 4 pressures. Johnson described him as a "great pass rusher" and a "game-wrecker" who is familiar with Vic Fangio’s scheme. Phillips, who is 6-6, 265 pounds, will wear No. 50 and participate in his first Eagles practice on Thursday afternoon.