The Philadelphia Eagles' 2025 season is on a precarious path, and it's time to address the elephant in the room: Howie Roseman's trade deadline strategy. When faced with challenges, it's natural to want to double down on past successes, but in this case, it could be a costly mistake.
Howie, resist the urge to trade! In-season trades are a risky business, and the stats don't lie. Let's take a closer look at some recent trades and their outcomes.
Last year, we saw a series of trades that, frankly, didn't pan out. For example, the trade of CB Marshon Lattimore to Washington for a 3rd, 4th, and 6th-round pick resulted in an inactive player for most of the season. Similarly, the trade of DT Khalil Davis to the 49ers for a 7th-round pick saw him play just 37 snaps before retiring. These trades highlight the potential pitfalls of in-season moves.
But here's where it gets controversial: some trades did result in players being re-signed, like LB Baron Browning and LB Ernest Jones. However, the majority of trades saw players released or signed elsewhere, with little impact on their new teams. The draft capital exchanged for these players is a significant loss, with a net gain of just two 6ths and five 7ths for the Eagles' trading partners.
And this is the part most people miss: the impact of these trades on the current season. While Davante Adams had a productive season last year, the majority of traded players have not made a notable impact this season. So, the question remains: is it worth the risk?
Howie, I urge you to think long and hard before making any more in-season trades. The Tank Bigsby trade is a prime example of the potential pitfalls, and we don't want to see a repeat. Let's focus on building a solid foundation for the future, rather than chasing short-term gains.
What are your thoughts on in-season trades? Do you think they can be a successful strategy, or is it a risky move that could backfire? Let's discuss in the comments and share our opinions on this controversial topic!
