Overview
- The trade, completed Friday during Day 2 of the draft, sent Pro Bowl edge rusher Jonathan Greenard to Philadelphia for the No. 98 pick in 2026 and a 2027 third-rounder, with a swap of seventh-round picks.
- Philadelphia finalized a reported four-year, $100 million extension with about $50 million guaranteed for Greenard shortly after the deal.
- Vikings executive Rob Brzezinski said economics drove the move, with multiple reports noting roughly $34 million in salary-cap relief after the trade.
- Minnesota used the No. 98 pick on Miami defensive back Jakobe Thomas and is set to expand roles for younger pass rushers, including 2024 first-rounder Dallas Turner.
- Eagles GM Howie Roseman said the goal is to raise the defensive line’s ceiling, while Greenard acknowledged his three-sack 2025 season was below his standard and said he feels healthy and ready to rebound.