Philadelphia Eagles acquire Jonathan Greenard in $100m Vikings trade
The Philadelphia Eagles have acquired linebacker Jonathan Greenard from the Minnesota Vikings on Friday in a trade accompanied by a new four-year, $100m contract.
Philadelphia sent the 98th overall pick in this year’s draft and a 2025 third-round selection to Minnesota.
In return, they receive the 28-year-old pass rusher along with a seventh-round pick in 2026.
The lucrative extension includes $50m in guaranteed money, according to his representation.
Eagles pivot after missing out on Phillips
Securing a quality edge rusher has been a major priority for the franchise throughout this offseason.
Philadelphia initially targeted a reunion with Jaelan Phillips ahead of the free agency period.
However, the Carolina Panthers priced them out of the market by offering Phillips a massive four-year, $120m deal.
That prompted a swift move for the former Houston Texans defensive standout.
Looking to recapture double-digit sack form
The newest arrival in Pennsylvania will be eager to bounce back from a relatively quiet recent campaign.
He managed just three sacks in 12 appearances during his final season in the NFC North.
Despite that dip in production, he previously recorded consecutive double-digit sack seasons.
He now bolsters an outside linebacker rotation featuring Nolan Smith, Jalyx Hunt and Arnold Ebiketie.
The veteran brings significant experience, boasting 38 career sacks across six professional seasons.
