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Eagles GM Howie Roseman explains Cam Jurgens trade to Ravens

Philadelphia trading one of its offensive line staples, especially after 14-year right tackle Lane Johnson announced his retirement Tuesday night, raised eyebrows.

Published: Wednesday, 7 October 2026 at 8:06 PM
Eagles GM Howie Roseman explains Cam Jurgens trade to Ravens
Key Things to Know
  • Eagles GM Howie Roseman explained trading center Cam Jurgens to the Ravens, insisting the team is not giving up.
  • The permanent trade sent Jurgens and a 2027 seventh-round pick to Baltimore for fifth-round and second-round selections.
  • Roseman cited confidence in second-year lineman Drew Kendall stepping in as the starting center.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman defended the team's decision to trade two-time Pro Bowl offensive lineman Cam Jurgens to the Baltimore Ravens. The Eagles traded Jurgens and a 2027 seventh-round pick for a 2027 fifth-rounder and a 2028 second-rounder, coming right after veteran right tackle Lane Johnson announced his retirement.

Roseman denied that the 2-2 Eagles are giving up on the season, calling the deal a long-term win-win move. The general manager expressed confidence in second-year center Drew Kendall taking over, while also seeking future draft assets and financial flexibility to re-sign upcoming defensive free agents.

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