The Miami Dolphins have traded linebacker Jaelan Phillips to the Philadelphia Eagles ahead of the NFL trade deadline. In exchange, the Dolphins will receive a third-round draft pick in 2026. The move follows a challenging 2-7 season for Miami and the recent dismissal of general manager Chris Grier.
CBS News reports that the Dolphins may also be considering trades involving pass rushers Bradley Chubb and Matthew Judon as part of a broader roster adjustment.
Local 10 notes that Phillips recorded 26 sacks during his time with Miami, including a rookie season with a franchise-record 8.5 sacks. His recent seasons were affected by injuries, including an Achilles tear in 2023 and an ACL tear last season.
The trade reunites Phillips with Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio, who coached him in Miami during the 2023 season. Local 10 also reports that Phillips ranks eighth among linebackers in pass rush win rate and 12th in pressure rate this season, based on ESPN data.
