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Jaguars Trade Fred Johnson to Eagles for Draft Pick

8/25/2025

Summary

Jaguars Trade Johnson

The Jacksonville Jaguars traded offensive lineman Fred Johnson to the Philadelphia Eagles for a 2026 seventh-round draft pick.
This trade marks the Jaguars' first roster cut ahead of the August 26 deadline.
NFL teams must finalize their 53-player rosters by August 27 at 4 p.m. ET.
The Jaguars hold the fifth position in the waiver-wire claim order.

Summary

Eagles Acquire Johnson

The Philadelphia Eagles traded a 2026 seventh-round pick to acquire offensive tackle Fred Johnson from the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Johnson, who played for the Eagles from 2022-2024, adds depth due to injuries to Landon Dickerson and Jordan Mailata.
The Eagles also traded offensive lineman Darian Kinnard to the Green Bay Packers for a sixth-round pick.
Johnson's base salary is around $1 million, providing a cost-effective roster enhancement as the Eagles pursue another Super Bowl title.

History

Historical Context

The NFL introduced a salary cap in 1993, transforming team management and player trades. This regulation enabled teams like the Philadelphia Eagles to make strategic acquisitions, such as trading for Fred Johnson with a base salary of around $1 million. As teams finalize their 53-player rosters by the August 27 deadline, these trades are vital for competitive success, particularly for the Eagles' Super Bowl aspirations.

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Jaguars Trade Johnson

The Jacksonville Jaguars traded offensive lineman Fred Johnson to the Philadelphia Eagles for a 2026 seventh-round draft pick.
This trade marks the Jaguars' first roster cut ahead of the August 26 deadline.
NFL teams must finalize their 53-player rosters by August 27 at 4 p.m. ET.
The Jaguars hold the fifth position in the waiver-wire claim order.

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