With the Eagles sliding through a five-game losing streak and dealing with a long injury list, the NFL trade deadline has shifted them into seller territory ahead of Tuesday, Nov. 10. That’s not a usual place for general manager Howie Roseman, but it does give Philadelphia a chance to start shaping a roster built to chase a Super Bowl in 2027 and beyond.
The easiest route is moving veterans on expiring contracts to add draft capital. That conversation includes names such as cornerback Tariq Woolen and wide receiver Hollywood Brown. But the more interesting chip is defensive tackle Moro Ojomo, a player whose rise has made him a real asset rather than a throw-in.
Ojomo has gone from a seventh-round pick in 2023 to a meaningful pass-rush piece on a defensive line rotation that won the Lombardi Trophy. At 25, he’s just getting into his prime. In 49 career games, the Nigerian native has posted 79 tackles, eight tackles for loss and six sacks.
One sensible landing spot is Jacksonville, especially if the Eagles want to keep Ojomo out of the NFC. Philadelphia and the Jaguars have already done business, with Roseman landing running back Tank Bigsby and offensive lineman Fred Johnson from Jacksonville last year.
The Jaguars are 4-2 and sitting on top of the AFC South. Their run defense has been the foundation of that start, allowing a league-low 72.2 rushing yards per game. The issue is finishing plays in the passing game; Jacksonville ranks 22nd in sacks per game at 1.8.
Ojomo’s underlying production suggests more disruption is coming. ESPN analytics has him at a 17% pass-rush win rate, which ranks 17th among defensive tackles. Those strong reps are already there, and pairing him with Arik Armstead would give Jacksonville a much more dangerous interior duo.
Cleveland also makes sense if the Eagles want a buyer that can pay up. The Browns were not projected to be aggressive at the deadline, but a 5-2 record and four games in their next six against teams with losing records have opened the door to a playoff push and trade upgrades.
Their defensive line depth took a hit when Mason Graham suffered a left MCL sprain and an ankle sprain on Oct. 1.
He returned in Week 7, played limited snaps and even limped off at one point. As head coach Todd Monken said, it will be a while before Graham is 100% healthy (h/t Daryl Ruiter).
Ojomo would give Cleveland another quality body up front and help manage the workload on Graham and the rest of the tackle group. His burst off the ball and violent hands fit a defense that wants to create chaos. And with a combined 18 picks in the 2027 and 2028 NFL Drafts, the Browns have the ammunition to make a strong offer.
There’s also a more aggressive angle for Roseman: moving Ojomo in a package that brings back a player who can help Philadelphia for years. That would require a team in full win-now mode, plus a little extra from the Eagles, such as an early or mid-round pick.
Detroit fits that mold. The Lions have their Super Bowl window open with Jared Goff and Jahmyr Gibbs producing at an elite level, and reported contract disputes with tight end Sam LaPorta add another wrinkle. LaPorta is in the final year of his rookie deal and is seeking a long-term contract.
He’d be the type of player Roseman would love to land and lock up. The 25-year-old has averaged 50.8 receiving yards and has 23 touchdowns in 48 career games. If the Eagles move on from Dallas Goedert, LaPorta could team with Eli Stowers to give them a compelling one-two punch.
For Detroit, Ojomo would add more strength to a defensive line already featuring Aidan Hutchinson. The Lions could extend Ojomo if the fit works, or let him walk and collect a compensatory pick. From Philadelphia’s side, that kind of swing makes plenty of sense.
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