Eagles Acquire Jonathan Greenard From Vikings In Trade
PUBLISHED Apr 25, 2026, 6:18 AM ET
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Philadelphia — The Eagles acquired Pro Bowl edge rusher Jonathan Greenard from the Minnesota Vikings and signed him to a four-year, $100 million contract on Friday after completing a physical and passing team medicals; Minnesota received two third-round picks as compensation in the transaction announced by both clubs. The move came amid roster and salary-cap considerations, with Vikings interim general manager Rob Brzezinski acknowledging the decision weakened the team short term while citing finances; Eagles general manager Howie Roseman said the trade closed a personnel and accounting cycle, and Greenard attended a Philadelphia sporting event shortly after signing this week.
By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Negotiations between the Vikings and Eagles culminated in a trade agreement.
- The trade was announced on Friday: Greenard to Philadelphia for two third-round picks.
- The Eagles signed Greenard to a four-year, $100 million contract with $50 million guaranteed.
- Greenard passed a physical and appeared publicly in Philadelphia after signing.
- The Eagles integrated the acquisition into offseason and 2026 draft planning.
News Intelligence
- This trade could shake up the Eagles' game. Greenard's Pro Bowl edge rushing skills could boost their defense. If you're an Eagles fan, this might change the team's dynamics. Check out their next game to see Greenard in action.
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The Philadelphia Eagles benefited by acquiring Jonathan Greenard and immediately strengthening their pass rush, signing him to a four-year, $100 million contract with $50 million guaranteed and addressing a top-priority positional need.
The Minnesota Vikings suffered the loss of a Pro Bowl edge rusher and short-term defensive production, trading Greenard for two third-round picks while citing financial and cap-management reasons.
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