Eagles Push for Phillips: Big Free Agency Splash?

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NFL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The Philadelphia Eagles and Edge Russia, Jalen Phillips, have made significant progress on a new contract as free agency nears. Insiders report real optimism that a deal could keep him on the roster with Vic Fangio's defense. Talks are heating up, with the Eagles showing strong interest in bringing him back. Phillips wants to stay in Philly partly because of Fangio's support, but nothing is finalized yet. Fans and analysts see this as a key move for the Eagles' pass rush. Without Phillips, they'd lean on younger players like Jalik's hunt and Nolan Smith, which could hurt their depth. Phillips has a hot market, and might command over $20 million a year, possibly up to $27 million in a week free agent class. The Eagles won't break the bank, but are pushing hard. The negotiating window opens at noon Eastern, on March 9, so expect updates soon. A deal here could be their biggest free agency splash this off season.

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