Checking in on Former Eagles Players After Week 10
As the NFL season enters its second half, it's a good time to revisit some of the former Eagles players who have made significant contributions with their new teams. While the Eagles boast one of the league's most complete rosters, they did make some strategic moves at the trade deadline to shore up certain weaknesses.
One player who might have been avoided had the front office held onto him earlier is defensive end Josh Sweat, now playing for the Cardinals. With eight sacks on the season, Sweat has become a key contributor in Arizona, and his performances have been particularly impressive lately. In their most recent matchup against the Seahawks, he forced a fumble and recovered it, leaving no doubt that the Eagles would be missing out if they had retained him.
Cornerback C.J. Gardner-Johnson has also found success with his new team, the Bears. After being traded from Philly to Houston, where he was released due to not fitting in defensively, CJGJ has landed on his feet in Chicago and has been making significant contributions, including two sacks and a forced fumble in their recent win against the Giants.
On the other hand, cornerback Isaiah Rodgers has seen his numbers dip slightly since joining the Vikings. While he remains one of the league's top outside cornerbacks, he's had a few games where he hasn't been able to shut down opposing receivers. Quarterback Kenny Pickett, on the other hand, has struggled to find his footing in the NFL, having been traded from the Eagles and subsequently picked up by the Browns and then the Raiders.
Some of these former Eagles players have found success with their new teams, while others are still working through injuries or finding their roles. For example, offensive lineman Mekhi Becton is playing well for the Chargers, helping to protect Justin Herbert, while defensive end Bryce Huff has been impressive with four sacks this season.
As we head into the second half of the season, it's worth considering what might have been if these players had remained with the Eagles. While their performances in their new uniforms are certainly encouraging, there's no denying that they've made a difference for their current teams.
As the NFL season enters its second half, it's a good time to revisit some of the former Eagles players who have made significant contributions with their new teams. While the Eagles boast one of the league's most complete rosters, they did make some strategic moves at the trade deadline to shore up certain weaknesses.
One player who might have been avoided had the front office held onto him earlier is defensive end Josh Sweat, now playing for the Cardinals. With eight sacks on the season, Sweat has become a key contributor in Arizona, and his performances have been particularly impressive lately. In their most recent matchup against the Seahawks, he forced a fumble and recovered it, leaving no doubt that the Eagles would be missing out if they had retained him.
Cornerback C.J. Gardner-Johnson has also found success with his new team, the Bears. After being traded from Philly to Houston, where he was released due to not fitting in defensively, CJGJ has landed on his feet in Chicago and has been making significant contributions, including two sacks and a forced fumble in their recent win against the Giants.
On the other hand, cornerback Isaiah Rodgers has seen his numbers dip slightly since joining the Vikings. While he remains one of the league's top outside cornerbacks, he's had a few games where he hasn't been able to shut down opposing receivers. Quarterback Kenny Pickett, on the other hand, has struggled to find his footing in the NFL, having been traded from the Eagles and subsequently picked up by the Browns and then the Raiders.
Some of these former Eagles players have found success with their new teams, while others are still working through injuries or finding their roles. For example, offensive lineman Mekhi Becton is playing well for the Chargers, helping to protect Justin Herbert, while defensive end Bryce Huff has been impressive with four sacks this season.
As we head into the second half of the season, it's worth considering what might have been if these players had remained with the Eagles. While their performances in their new uniforms are certainly encouraging, there's no denying that they've made a difference for their current teams.
I gotta say, I'm kinda torn about some of our former Eagles players doing so well elsewhere... 
On one hand, it's awesome to see guys like Josh Sweat and C.J. Gardner-Johnson thriving in new environments! Their skills are still top-notch, and they're making a real impact with their new teams. 
However, you can't help but wonder what could've been if we'd held onto them... 
I mean, would our defense be looking so strong right now? Would C.J. have fit in so seamlessly with our secondary? 
As for guys like Isaiah Rodgers and Kenny Pickett, we just gotta keep supporting them as they work through their own challenges... 
He's basically became the go-to guy for the Cardinals now! And CJGJ, wow... I'm loving what he's done with the Bears so far 
. But at the same time, it's kinda sad thinking about how much potential he had here in Philly and how we lost him in that trade 
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. Maybe we'll just have to take our losses and say "what could've been" 
. On the other hand, Isaiah Rodgers and Kenny Pickett are still figuring things out...I think the Eagles made the right call on those trades, but I'd love to see some of these guys thrive on their new teams 
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. And C.J.GJ, dude's making waves in Chicago too 
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. I guess you can't predict how teams will gel and players will adjust to new roles.
. Maybe next season they'll make another push for the playoffs 
... like josh sweat is gettin 8 sacks on the season but we held onto him and he's just now makin a big impact in arizona... cajj is crushin it in chicago but CJGJ was released from houston and what about kenneth pickett? he's got all this potential but can't seem to find his groove with the browns then raiders 
... Mekhi Becton is actually doin pretty well for chargers but Bryce Huff's stats are pretty meh 
gotta wonder how different the eagles would be if we kept these guys 
It's tough being traded from one team to another, I guess. But hey, at least he's with the Raiders now and can try to turn it around! 
Mekhi Becton is having a great run for the Chargers too, protecting Justin Herbert like a pro! 
and Mekhi Becton is crushing it with the Chargers 
! But at the same time, you can't help but wonder what could've been if they'd stayed in Philly 
. I think Josh Sweat's move to Arizona was a no-brainer for him - he's always had that talent, and now he's getting the chance to be a key contributor 
... it's like he found his tribe or something 
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and whats up w/ kenny pickett tho? trades all over the place
but on the other hand ishia rodgers has been a bit inconsistent this season and that trade from philly to minnesota kinda stumped me too 
. And don't even get me started on Kenny Pickett, dude is like the ultimate trade target 
. I mean, it's one thing to make a move to upgrade your team, but trading away a solid QB is just crazy talk 
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, and Mekhi Becton is playing lights out for the Chargers 
. I mean, eight sacks is no joke, but what about his commitment to the team? Was it all about the Benjamins? 
. And Kenny Pickett? Well, that's a whole other can of worms - was he ever really part of the Eagles' plan, or was it all just a PR stunt? 
What sources did the article rely on to make these claims? NFL.com, ESPN, or maybe just a tweet from the team's official account? 
. And btw, what's the real reason why Kenny Pickett cant seem to get things together? Is it just a case of him not fitting into his current system or is there something else going on that we dont know about?