Eagles Refused to Trade Jalen Carter for Myles Garrett

The Cleveland Browns eventually traded star defensive end Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams after exploring potential deals with the Eagles and Cowboys. Cleveland specifically requested Jalen Carter from Philadelphia, but the Eagles declined, offering Nolan Smith or Jalyx Hunt instead. rouesnews.click

Philadelphia's refusal to trade Carter is notable given they have yet to sign him to a second contract. With a fifth-year option salary of $27.1 million looming in 2027, the Eagles' firm stance on keeping him should only strengthen Carter's leverage in future contract negotiations.