Eagles' Free Agency Decisions: Phillips, Graham, More

0:00On this March 6, here's what's making headlines for the NFL. The Philadelphia Eagles faced some big decisions in unrestricted free agency, with the legal negotiating period kicking off on March 9. Four key defensive starters topped the list, Edge rusher Jalen Phillips, Safety Read Blankenship, defensive lineman Brandon Graham, and others who could, shape the team's future. Phillips stands out as the top priority, rated among the best available in a thin class, though the Eagles have a walkaway price if bids climb too. High, blanket ship, an undrafted gym for middle Tennessee state and a favorite of coordinator Vic Fangio, is valued around $10 million per year, anything more, and filly my pass. Fans and insiders see Graham, a franchise legend, as a likely returning for one more season, despite the push to get younger. Punter Braden Mann impressed last year, making him hard to lose, while offensive lineman Brett Toth, could surprise with a comeback as cheap insurance.

1:00On the flip side, the team plans to move on from linebacker Nakoby Dean, with Jahad Campbell ready, Tydan Dallas-Gotard after eight years, and several edges like Aziz O'Jullari, and Josh Uche, who underperformed. Running back AJ, Dylan and others like Matt Pryor and Fred Johnson, are also headed out. For depth, cornerback Otterie Jackson, Tydan Kylin-Grantson, and safety Marcus Epps, remain options if needs arise in free agency, or the draft, helping stabilize special teams, and the secondary, without big spending. This episode is brought to you in partnership with our sponsor, a pillow that plays your podcasts, music, or white noise privately. No earbuds required, S-O-L solelypillo.com solelypillo.com