AGGRESSIVE: Philadelphia Eagles TRADING FOR A VETERAN on draft night?!
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On this bonus episode of Locked On Eagles, host Luis DiBiase dives into the latest NFL Draft rumors surrounding the Philadelphia Eagles, focusing on the possibility of the team making a major move during draft week. According to Adam Schefter, the Eagles are expected to trade A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots after June 1st, but they may also be actively seeking to acquire a veteran player—potentially a pass rusher, safety, or wide receiver—using draft capital. The discussion centers on key trade targets like Jonathan Grenard (Vikings), Jesse Bates (Falcons), Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars), and Bud Baker (Cardinals), weighing their value against the depth of the 2026 rookie class. DiBiase argues that while the Eagles could draft a top-tier rookie, acquiring a proven veteran like Grenard or Bates could provide immediate impact, especially in a defense needing a premier edge rusher or a ball-hawking safety. He ranks Grenard as a top-tier fit for the Vic Fangio scheme and prefers him over several edge prospects in the draft, while also expressing cautious optimism about trading for Thomas Jr. despite the Jaguars’ reluctance to deal him. The episode concludes with a strong endorsement of the Eagles’ potential to use draft capital aggressively to fill key roster gaps.
The Eagles may trade A.J. Brown for future draft capital and use that leverage to acquire a veteran during the 2026 NFL Draft.
Jonathan Grenard is the top trade target for the Eagles, with DiBiase favoring a third-round pick for the proven edge rusher over drafting a rookie.
Jesse Bates is seen as a high-impact safety addition, though DiBiase still prefers several rookie safeties over him.
Brian Thomas Jr. is considered a viable trade target despite Jacksonville’s reluctance, especially if top receivers are taken early.
The Eagles could benefit from a veteran addition in 2026 to immediately strengthen both the defensive line and secondary.
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Eagles' Draft Week Strategy and the A.J. Brown Trade
Host Luis DiBiase opens the episode by discussing the latest reports that the Eagles are preparing to trade A.J. Brown to the Patriots after June 1st, which could free up significant draft capital for future use. He frames this as a strategic move to increase flexibility during the 2026 NFL Draft.
Veteran Trade Targets: Jonathan Grenard and Edge Rusher Needs
“Jonathan Grenard is still in his prime. I think he's one of the most underrated edge rushers in the league.”
Safety Market: Jesse Bates, Bud Baker, and Rookie Comparisons
“I would take Jesse Bates at five. Like I would take him over TCU's Bud Clark, Penn State's Key Wheatley, even LSU's AJ Halsey.”
Wide Receiver Trade Possibilities: Brian Thomas Jr. and the Draft Class
“I think the Jaguars would be making a mistake to trade him away. But I do think that the Eagles could call.”
Final Assessment: Veterans vs. Draft Picks
In the final segment, DiBiase weighs the pros and cons of trading for veterans versus drafting rookies. He concludes that while the rookie class is strong, acquiring a proven player like Grenard or Bates could provide immediate impact and help the Eagles compete in 2026.
“Jonathan Grenard is still in his prime. I think he's one of the most underrated edge rushers in the league.”
“If you add Grenard to the mix in 2026, his defense is going to be just as dominant as it was down the stretch last year with Jalen Phillips.”
“I would take Jesse Bates at five. Like I would take him over TCU's Bud Clark, Penn State's Key Wheatley, even LSU's AJ Halsey.”
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