Eagles News: Moro Ojomo among most underrated NFL defenders

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Ernest Jones, Divine Deablo headline top underrated NFL defensive players – SB Nation
IDL: Moro Ojomo, Philadelphia Eagles. Last season, Moro Ojomo, a seventh-round pick for the Eagles in 2022, upped his snaps pretty seriously and became a hidden gem in Vic Fangio’s defense. In 342 pass-rush snaps, he had a sack, five quarterback hits, and 33 quarterback hurries, ranking fifth on the team with 39 total pressures. Now in 2025, Ojomo has done even more to realize his NFL potential with a team-high four sacks, and 28 total pressures. That ties him with Jalyx Hunt (another Philly Secret Superstar right now) in terms of pressures. The 6’3, 292-pound Ojomo can also get it done on the outside — he’s been there on 18% of his snaps in 2025 — but the quarterback disruption has come mostly from inside. Ojomo can win one-on-ones as a three-tech tackle just as well as he can flip game and exploit blocking openings. Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis are obviously the Eagles’ IDL stars, but this season on the field, Ojomo’s been the guy to watch.

Eagles Film Room: Michael Carter II provides depth and flexibility – BGN
Carter’s arrival in Philadelphia is best viewed as a depth and flexibility move, rather than one that changes the depth chart dramatically. In the short term, I see him as a rotational nickel option who can contribute on special teams and in Dime packages (6 DBs), giving Vic Fangio another piece to mix into his sub-packages. His experience and football IQ make him a steady insurance policy behind Cooper DeJean. In certain matchups, potentially against teams with two elite outside receivers, Carter’s presence could allow DeJean to slide outside temporarily. He also gives the defense another player to use in Dime personnel packages, something Fangio has been more open to using this season. Long term, Carter’s best path to playing time will come through mastering the nuances of Fangio’s system. This is a defense built on communication, chemistry, and relationships, which makes it unlikely he’ll play meaningful snaps right away. Still, his versatility and willingness in run support give the Eagles a type of nickel profile they lacked behind DeJean.

Browns Myles Garrett, Eagles trade rumor makes too much sense for almost everyone – Dawgs By Nature
So, in general, a Myles Garrett deal between the Browns and Eagles, with a significant return, makes sense, on the surface level, for everyone. It stops making sense for Cleveland fans, for the upcoming dome stadium (and the prices involved) and for the Browns roster, which is not being torn down to the studs. Unlike playing “Madden” or even fantasy football, all-time great players are not replaced in equal value with two or three good to very good players. Garrett’s presence alone makes DT Mason Graham, LB Carson Schwesinger and DT Mike Hall Jr. better. His play can, at times, win games almost single-handedly. The deal also doesn’t make sense for Berry, unless he knows for sure he will get to complete at least four of the five years on the extension he signed last year. Garrett not only assures a more competitive product on the field but also gives the rest of Berry’s roster a chance to look better to owner Jimmy Haslam if the GM is on the hot seat.

Should the Eagles trade three first-round picks for Browns DE Myles Garrett? – PhillyVoice
Howie Roseman already tried to trade for Micah Parsons this season. They reportedly offered a couple of first-round picks, a third-round pick, a fifth-round pick, “and more.” The Cowboys more or less confirmed that the Eagles made the offer, but also added that under no circumstances would they have traded Parsons to their divisional rival. Instead, they traded Parsons to the Green Bay Packers for, in my opinion, a worse offer. So, you know, the Eagles have already proven that they will trade multiple first-round picks for an elite edge rusher. And yes, if the Browns are dumb enough to trade him for what will likely be three picks in the 20’s or 30’s, then the Eagles shouldn’t (and probably wouldn’t) hesitate for a second to pull the trigger, and then go win another Super Bowl or two. But I think it would take significantly more than three first-round picks.

2025 trade deadline needs for all 32 NFL teams – PFF
PHILADELPHIA EAGLES: PASS RUSHER: Last season, the Eagles placed in the top 10 in team PFF pass-rush grade (86.4), total pressures (305) and pressure rate (36.4%). They also ranked first in pass-rush win rate (56.7%). This year, they are outside the top 10 in both PFF pass-rush grade and win rate. Philadelphia is still very much in a Super Bowl window. For whatever the cap space allows, go for the home run. Make an offer for Trey Hendrickson, Jaelan Phillips or even Myles Garrett.

Game Review – PHI 38, NYG 20 – Iggles Blitz
Jalyx Hunt just finished the best two game stretch of his young career. He had the pick-six in Minny and then had his first sack of the season against the G-men. Hunt tackled Dart from behind on the third play of the game, showing that this wasn’t going to be a repeat of the first game when the Eagles had no answer for Dart’s legs. Josh Uche had a couple of good pressures when he looped to the inside. He just missed a strip sack. Replay ruled Dart’s arm had just started going forward and that wiped out his play. Patrick Johnson got burned by Skattebo on early TD pass. Great job by the rookie. Used his hands to get inside and free to the end zone. Johnson had a great rush off the edge that forced Dart to step up into a sack. Johnson also covered a screen pass and forced Dart to throw the ball into the ground.

Jordan Mailata Mic’d Up in REVENGE Win vs New York Giants – PE.com
Hear from the left tackle all throughout Sunday’s 38-20 victory over the Giants!

ESPN, ABC exit YouTube TV – PFT
After getting deals done with Fox in August and Comcast in September, YouTube TV failed to strike a new deal with the company that owns ESPN and ABC, among other channels. And so those channels are gone. Which means no ESPN or ABC college football on Saturday, and no Monday Night Football. This week, it’s Cardinals-Cowboys. Next week, it’s Eagles-Packers.

Late TDs key as DeSean Jackson, DelState win Philly bout with Mike Vick’s Norfolk State – Delaware Online
Delaware State’s prolific offense emerged rather belatedly, but not too late to secure a memorable win on Oct. 30 at Lincoln Financial Field. Two fourth-quarter touchdowns, the second a 76-yard run by James Jones with 6:38 left, allowed the Hornets to cement an eventual 27-20 win over Norfolk State in their MEAC football bout. The nationally televised game matched up ex-Eagles-turned-coaches – close friends DeSean Jackson at Delaware State and Michael Vick at Norfolk State.

Cowboys trade rumors: Brandon Aubrey suggested as trade piece by ESPN – Blogging The Boys
Back to Aubrey. He has something in common with the George Pickens who we mentioned up top. Aubrey is in the final year of his current contract which means the Cowboys are going to have to figure something out if they want to keep him around long-term. As noted with Pickens, that isn’t necessarily their specialty in terms of accomplishing it in an efficient manner. This also serves as an “argument” for trading him, if you want to have those kinds of discussions.

The Best NFL Bets for Week 9 – The Ringer
Arizona Cardinals at Dallas Cowboys (–2.5). The Dallas secondary wasn’t good to begin with, but now it’s been absolutely ravaged by injuries. The Cowboys and Bengals are in the running for the worst defense in the NFL, and both are breaking new ground on just how low professional defenses can be rated. I think Dallas is better than Cincinnati at full strength, but the secondary’s injury crisis has left Dallas starting practice squad–level players. Not only is Trevon Diggs out, but both starting safeties are likely to miss Monday night as well. It’s gotten so bad that the Cowboys had an undrafted rookie corner, Reddy Steward, playing safety on Sunday. The betting market has taken notice of the injury situation. The Cowboys moved from –3 to –2.5, and the total sits at 53.5. I continue to love betting on the Cowboys offense at home, where they have scored 40-plus points in all three of their games this year. They’ll need to score at least 28 to have any chance in this game, and for that reason, I’ll trust Dak Prescott at home. The Cowboys are still hitting explosive plays through the air and will continue to do so as long as Prescott has time to throw. Verdict: Bet Cowboys team total over 27.5.

NFL Week 9 picks, predictions, schedule, odds, fantasy tips – ESPN
What we’re hearing on the Cowboys: At 3-4-1, the Cowboys are in must-win territory at the midway point of their season — not just for playoff purposes, but for feeling like ‘the-season-isn’t-slipping-away’ purposes. Since 2000, the Cowboys are 15-10 in games before their bye week. In the past 10 seasons they have made the postseason, they have lost the game before their bye only once and still made the playoffs (2018). That year, they made a season-changing trade for Amari Cooper before the trade deadline. Do they have a similar move in store this season? […] Stat to know: The Cowboys are the first team in NFL history to average 30.0 points per game and have a negative point differential through the first eight games.

2025 Washington Commanders Tank Watch Preview – Hogs Haven
I remain hopeful that Dan Quinn can right the ship when Jayden Daniels returns from his most recent hamstring injury. But I have to admit my confidence took a hit when what looked like successful adjustments in the first half on Monday Night gave way to more mistakes and missed opportunities when play resumed after the break. And if there are any more serious injuries to key players, we may soon reach a point where there’s not much the coaches can do. The Commanders missing the playoffs would be a bitter pill to swallow, following last season’s overperformance. However, some good could come from it in the long term. The silver lining to the cloud of a disappointing regular season is, of course, improved draft position. While I am not ready to throw in the towel on the 2025 season just yet, I thought this might be a good time to ask what it could mean for the long-term rebuilding project if the Commanders did fail to return to the playoffs this year.

Giants-49ers preview: New York offense has chance for success – Big Blue View
The 2-6 New York Giants host the 5-3 San Francisco 49ers in a Week 9 matchup at MetLife Stadium. The 49ers are looking to rebound after a 26-15 loss to the Houston Texans in Week 8, a setback that dropped them to third place in the NFC West. For the Giants, injuries continue to pile up, as running back Cam Skattebo joins star rookie Malik Nabers on injured reserve. FanDuel Sportsbook has New York listed as 2.5-point home underdogs, with the over/under set at 48.5 points. Robert Saleh’s defense was also bitten by the injury bug. Star linebacker Fred Warner joined edge defender Nick Bosa on injured reserve after Week 6. Starters Jordan Elliott (DT), Sam Okuyinonu (edge), and Dee Winters (LB) are also dealing with injuries, as are Yetur Gross-Matos (edge) and Bryce Huff (edge). On the other side of the football, though, Brock Purdy may return to the starting lineup for Kyle Shanahan.

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