Eagles' A.J. Brown Situation Takes a Turn for the Worse, Could Former Philly Coach Become Cowboys' Next DC?
In a move that has raised eyebrows, Philadelphia Eagles executive vice president of football operations Howie Roseman appeared to suggest that A.J. Brown is not up for trade during his season-ending press conference on Thursday. However, it seems that feeling may not be mutual. Sources close to the team claim that Brown had "numerous times" inquired about being traded throughout the season, including as early as Week 3.
Brown's dissatisfaction with the Eagles' passing game has been well-documented, and his frustration has spilled over onto social media. Following a heated conversation with owner Jeffrey Lurie in November, Brown's gripes seemed to have subsided, but he continued to express his discontent after the team's loss to the 49ers on Sunday.
Roseman's non-answer about trading Brown sparked speculation that the Eagles might be willing to part ways with their star wideout. However, it appears that Roseman was trying to downplay the situation, suggesting that Brown loves football and is hard to find in free agency.
Meanwhile, there is growing interest in former Eagles defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon becoming the Dallas Cowboys' next head coach. The Cowboys have reportedly entered Round 2 of their defensive coordinator interviews, with two Eagles – one former and one current – making up two-thirds of the finalists.
Christian Parker, a key member of the Eagles' defensive staff under head coach Nick Sirianni, is expected to join the Cowboys for an in-person interview this week. Parker has been instrumental in helping develop the Eagles' pass defense, and his presence could signal that the Cowboys are serious about building a strong unit.
Gannon's potential return to the NFL as a defensive coordinator would be a significant development in the NFC East rivalry between the Eagles and Cowboys. While Gannon left the Eagles high and dry to take the Cardinals HC job after saying he was staying, it appears that he has burned his bridges in Philadelphia. If he becomes the Cowboys' next DC, it will represent a full heel turn for him.
As the playoffs continue, there is at least one former Eagle who remains on all eight teams competing for a championship – Patriots defensive tackle Milton Williams. The 2-seed New England Patriots won a ring with the Eagles last year and are trying to win another this season.
In a move that has raised eyebrows, Philadelphia Eagles executive vice president of football operations Howie Roseman appeared to suggest that A.J. Brown is not up for trade during his season-ending press conference on Thursday. However, it seems that feeling may not be mutual. Sources close to the team claim that Brown had "numerous times" inquired about being traded throughout the season, including as early as Week 3.
Brown's dissatisfaction with the Eagles' passing game has been well-documented, and his frustration has spilled over onto social media. Following a heated conversation with owner Jeffrey Lurie in November, Brown's gripes seemed to have subsided, but he continued to express his discontent after the team's loss to the 49ers on Sunday.
Roseman's non-answer about trading Brown sparked speculation that the Eagles might be willing to part ways with their star wideout. However, it appears that Roseman was trying to downplay the situation, suggesting that Brown loves football and is hard to find in free agency.
Meanwhile, there is growing interest in former Eagles defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon becoming the Dallas Cowboys' next head coach. The Cowboys have reportedly entered Round 2 of their defensive coordinator interviews, with two Eagles – one former and one current – making up two-thirds of the finalists.
Christian Parker, a key member of the Eagles' defensive staff under head coach Nick Sirianni, is expected to join the Cowboys for an in-person interview this week. Parker has been instrumental in helping develop the Eagles' pass defense, and his presence could signal that the Cowboys are serious about building a strong unit.
Gannon's potential return to the NFL as a defensive coordinator would be a significant development in the NFC East rivalry between the Eagles and Cowboys. While Gannon left the Eagles high and dry to take the Cardinals HC job after saying he was staying, it appears that he has burned his bridges in Philadelphia. If he becomes the Cowboys' next DC, it will represent a full heel turn for him.
As the playoffs continue, there is at least one former Eagle who remains on all eight teams competing for a championship – Patriots defensive tackle Milton Williams. The 2-seed New England Patriots won a ring with the Eagles last year and are trying to win another this season.