Jaguars, Eagles Trade Grades: Jacksonville Makes a Blockbuster Deal for Jordan Davis

Jacksonville adds defensive help

The Jaguars had a need at defensive tackle before DaVon Hamilton suffered a season-ending injury. Adding Godchaux and Davis gives Jacksonville two new players at the position. Davis is a substantial investment: the Jaguars gave up a first-round pick in 2027 and a second-round pick in 2029. The move extends a busy Monday for general manager James Gladstone, who also traded for Bates and used multiple picks, including a first-rounder, to select Travis Hunter in his first draft.

A costly bet on Davis

Jacksonville is making an aggressive push to contend this season, but Davis has not consistently matched the level of his three-year, $78 million extension with Philadelphia. He played well last season, finishing sixth among defensive tackles in run stop win rate.

The article describes Davis as a strong player who could improve an already stout Jaguars defense, while noting that he is not as good as Jeffery Simmons. Chicago’s trade for Simmons brought immediate gains, but cost the Bears two first-round picks.

Philadelphia looks ahead

The Eagles’ 2–7 start had prompted speculation that they might sell at the deadline. Philadelphia has now moved Davis, despite signing him to an extension this summer. The trade gives the Eagles draft capital and creates cap space as they consider a possible extension for Moro Ojomo. Philadelphia has also invested heavily in Jalen Carter and plans to retain him, according to the article.