Vikings Trade Greenard to Eagles, Gain Draft Picks

0:00On April 25th, the Minnesota Vikings just dropped a bombshell after their second round draft pick, trading defense of in Jonathan Greenard to the Philadelphia Eagles. In exchange, they snag a 2026 third round pick, a 2027 third rounder, and pick number 244 from the same. 2026 draft. Trade talks had been simmering for weeks. Ever since Greenard pushed for a bigger payday beyond his $19 million deal set for next year. He originally jumped from the Texans to the Vikings in free agency to replace Daniel Hunter. Fans in Minnesota might not be thrilled with this swap. Greenard balled out with 12 stacks in his first Vikings year back in 2024, but injuries slowed him down to just 3 stacks over. 12 gains and 10 starts in 2025. That performance dip likely fueled the move, clearing cap space while Greenard lands a shiny 4-year, $100 million extension in. Philly, averaging 25 million a year, solid, but not elite for top edge guys.

1:01Now the Vikings hold three third round picks tonight, priming them for more draft maneuvers as they rebuild that defensive front on the fly. That's your NFL News today update, AI powered and always on.