Eagles Lose Phillips, Pursue Hendrickson in Free Agency

0:00This is Corey with NFL News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. Subscribe for daily updates on your team. The Philadelphia Eagles made a strong effort to keep Ed Rusher Jalen Phillips before free agency kicked off on Monday, but they came up short. Phillips agreed to a four-year deal worth $120 million with the Carolina Panthers, including $80 million in guarantees. Georgia reports showed real progress between Phillips and the Eagles, who saw him as a key piece in their defense under coordinator, Vic Fangio. Insiders noted Philly's huge push, but Carolina countered with a massive $30 million per year. Losing Phillips leaves a gap in the Eagles' pass rush, forcing them to pivot quickly. Fans and analysts are already buzzing about the impact on a unit that needs high-intelant to stay competitive. Now the team is checked in on options like Minnesota's Jonathan Greenard, a 28-year-old with 38 sacks over six seasons. Other names floating include Cincinnati's Tray Hendrickson after five strong years there,

1:04and even Joey Bosa. With free agency moving fast, the Eagles must regroup and land another impact player soon. Hendrickson stands out as a top target, but it remains to be seen who they snag next. A message from our sponsor supports today's story. The bedtime ritual just got better. Built in sound, built in comfort, S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.