Vikings Trade Greenard to Eagles for Draft Picks

0:00On April 25th, Minnesota Vikings just shipped out their Pro Bowl-Edged Russia Jonathan Greenard to the Philadelphia Eagles. In exchange, they grabbed the third round pick at number 98 in 2026 and another third rounder in 2027, while sending back their number 244 pick from this draft. Greenard, who turns 29 in May, locked in a sweet four-year deal worth $100 million with $50 million guaranteed. The Viking signed Greenard last year to fill the void left by Daniel Hunter, and he thrived with 12 sacks and a spot in the Pro Bowl. But with salary-cap issues and his push for top 10 edge pay, they chose flexibility over keeping him at his current 19 million per year through 2027. Viking Span see this as a smart pivot, freeing of cash and picks to build around rising star Dallas Turner, who notched 8 sacks after stepping up. Late last season. Which Kevin O'Connell valued Greenard's leadership, but now Turner pairs with Andrew Van

1:00Ginkle on the edge and the team eyes more defensive line. Help in the draft. Meanwhile, the Eagles needed a big-time pass rusher after losing Jalen Phillips to Carolina on a four-year $120 million packed. They added depth guys like Arnoldi Baiketti and Joe Trion, Shoyinka, but Greenard slots in as their top dog alongside Jalen's hunt and Nolan Smith. This trade bolsters Philly's front under Vic Fangio, where Greenard's pressure, run defense and coverage skills shine. Baikings bet on their youth, Eagles load up now, both squats positioning sharp for the long game. This has been NFL News Today, powered by AI.