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According to industry insiders and enthusiasts, Howie Roseman operates like a baseball GM—constantly making moves to upgrade his team. In the current calendar year, he has engaged in a flurry of transactions, making trades that often seem to be motivated by a simple question: "What do we need to win now?"
One recent example is his trade for Jaylen Phillips, a Miami pass rusher, giving up just a third-round pick. This move demonstrates Roseman’s willingness to target impactful players—especially at critical positions like pass rush—regardless of the draft pick cost. The Eagles, having just convinced longtime linebacker Brandon Graham to come out of retirement, clearly see pass rush as a priority, and Roseman’s aggressive maneuvering reflects that strategic focus.