Eagles add Jaelan Phillips in latest move to bolster defense: reports

The Miami Dolphins and GM Chris Grier have split following the Dolphins’ 28-6 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Colin Cowherd asks if it’s time for the Dolphins to also part ways with HC Mike McDaniel and QB Tua Tagovailoa as well.

The Philadelphia Eagles added more depth to their defensive line on Monday with hours to go before the NFL trade deadline, according to multiple reports.

The Eagles reportedly acquired linebacker Jaelan Phillips in a trade with the Miami Dolphins in exchange for a 2026 third-round draft pick. The deal has yet to be announced.

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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) is tackled by Miami Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips (15) during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium on Oct. 30, 2025. (Nathan Ray Seebeck/Imagn Images)

The move reunites Phillips with defensive coordinator Vic Fangio, who was with the Dolphins in 2023. Phillips was having one of the best seasons of his career when he recorded 6.5 sacks and 43 tackles in eight games. However, his season ended early because of an injury.

The 2018 first-round pick is putting together a solid year through nine games. He has 25 total tackles and three sacks for Miami. The Dolphins have struggled all season and lost Thursday night against the Baltimore Ravens. Phillips had four tackles, one for a loss, in the game.

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Miami Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips (15) celebrates after sacking Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (not pictured) during the fourth quarter at Hard Rock Stadium on Sept. 8, 2024. (Sam Navarro/Imagn Images)

Phillips is earning $13.3 million this season. He’s