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Dolphins’ $6 Million Decision Emerges After Eagles Trade

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Hunter Hodies | Last updated Nov 3, 2025 9:35 PM ET

The Miami Dolphins and Philadelphia Eagles made a trade on Monday before Tuesday's NFL trade deadline.

The Dolphins sent edge rusher Jaelan Phillips to the Eagles for a 2026 third-round pick. The Eagles wanted to get some pass-rushing help as they try to win their second straight Super Bowl this season.

There were questions about the money situation for Phillips, but according to Philly Nation, the Eagles are taking on only a little over $500,000 of the money that Phillips is owed for this season. The Dolphins are eating the other $6.04 million.

Phillips was in his fifth season with the Dolphins before the Dolphins traded him to the Eagles. He has played in nine games this season, compiling 25 tackles, three sacks and a fumble recovery.

Miami Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips (15) works out during training camp at Baptist Health Training Complex.Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Phillips was picked by the Dolphins in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft out of Miami. He has played in 55 games since coming into the NFL, compiling 177 tackles, 26 sacks, a forced fumble, four fumble recoveries, an interception and seven passes defended.

The Eagles are coming off their bye week and are 6-2 heading into their next game against the Green Bay Packers on Nov. 10. The Eagles are in first place in the NFC East and want to further their grip on the division.

After their game against the Packers, the Eagles will take on the Detroit Lions on Nov. 16 and the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving (Nov. 23).

Kickoff for next Monday's Eagles-Packers game is set for 8:15 p.m. ET.

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