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A five-game skid and a barrage of injuries have positioned the Philadelphia Eagles as potential sellers ahead of the NFL trade deadline on Tuesday, Nov. 10. It's an unfamiliar scenario for general manager Howie Roseman, but one that could allow him to stockpile assets for a Super Bowl run in 2027 and beyond.
Parting with veterans on expiring contracts is the simplest way to add draft picks, and that group includes cornerback Tariq Woolen and wide receiver Hollywood Brown. However, the more intriguing option might be trading a high-upside player like defensive tackle Moro Ojomo, who is also in the final year of his deal.
Ojomo, a seventh-round pick in 2023, has developed into a disruptive pass rusher on a defensive line that helped lift the Lombardi Trophy. At 25, he is just entering his prime. The Nigerian-born lineman has recorded 79 tackles, eight tackles for loss, and six sacks in 49 career games.
Here are three trade destinations for Ojomo that make the most sense from the Eagles' perspective.
1. Jacksonville Jaguars
Sending Ojomo outside the NFC would be a logical move to prevent him from signing a long-term deal with a direct competitor. The Jaguars are no strangers to trading with Philadelphia; Roseman acquired running back Tank Bigsby and offensive lineman Fred Johnson from Jacksonville just last year.
Jacksonville currently leads the AFC South with a 4-2 record, anchored by a stout run defense that allows a league-best 72.2 rushing yards per game. However, the same defensive line has struggled to generate pressure, ranking 22nd in sacks per game (1.8). Ojomo boasts a 17% pass-rush win rate, per ESPN analytics, ranking 17th among defensive tackles. Those strong reps could soon translate into game-changing sacks. Pairing Ojomo with Arik Armstead would give the Jaguars a formidable duo in the trenches.
2. Cleveland Browns
The Browns weren't expected to be buyers at the deadline entering the season, but at 5-2 with four of their next six games against teams with losing records, they have a path to the playoffs and reason to improve via trades. The Eagles should capitalize.
Cleveland's 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 but played limited snaps and was seen limping at one point. Head coach Todd Monken indicated it will be a while before Graham is fully healthy (h/t Daryl Ruiter). Acquiring Ojomo would allow Cleveland to give Graham and other defensive tackles crucial rest. Ojomo's quick first step and violent hands would fit well on a disruptive defense. The Browns hold a combined 18 picks in the 2027 and 2028 NFL Drafts, giving them the ammunition to make an enticing offer.
3. Detroit Lions
Rather than simply selling Ojomo for draft capital, Roseman could explore acquiring a young player who can help the Eagles for years. That would require some creativity, such as packaging Ojomo with an early or mid-round pick to a team in win-now mode.
The Lions' Super Bowl window is wide open with quarterback Jared Goff and running back Jahmyr Gibbs playing at an elite level. There have been reported contract disputes between Detroit and tight end Sam LaPorta, who is in the final year of his rookie deal and seeking a long-term extension. LaPorta is exactly the type of player Roseman should target and satisfy with a new contract. The 25-year-old has averaged 50.8 receiving yards and scored 23 touchdowns in 48 career games. LaPorta could form a compelling one-two punch with Eli Stowers, assuming the Eagles move on from Dallas Goedert.
For Detroit, Ojomo would solidify a defensive line that already features Aidan Hutchinson tormenting opposing quarterbacks. The Lions could sign Ojomo to a multi-year deal if things work out or earn a compensatory pick by letting him leave in free agency. It's a home run swing Roseman should take.