Eagles Nab Edge Star Jonathan Greenard in $100M Trade With Vikings

PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Eagles have landed a major upgrade for their pass-rush, acquiring Pro Bowl edge rusher Jonathan Greenard from the Minnesota Vikings during Round 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft. Minnesota ships Greenard and pick No. 244 to Philadelphia in exchange for this year’s No. 98 selection and a 2027 third-rounder, giving the cap-strapped Vikings extra draft capital and financial relief. Minutes after the deal became official, Greenard and the Eagles agreed to a four-year, $100 million extension that includes $50 million fully guaranteed, according to agents Drew Rosenhaus and Robert Bailey. The new pact locks the 28-year-old pass rusher in as a cornerstone through the 2030 season. Why the Eagles pounced • Sack production: Greenard racked up 12 sacks and a league-high 84 pressures in 2024, earning his first Pro Bowl nod. Even in an injury-shortened 2025, he still led Minnesota with 47 pressures. • Scheme fit: Philadelphia defensive coordinator Vic Fangio prioritizes edge setters who can convert speed to power—Greenard’s 6-4, 263-pound frame and heavy hands check every box. • Immediate impact: With veterans Brandon Graham (retired) and Josh Sweat entering a contract year, Greenard pairs with Haason Reddick to keep the Eagles’ edge rotation among the league’s deepest. What it means for the Vikings • Cap flexibility: Shedding the final two seasons of Greenard’s deal clears roughly $13 million in 2026 space. • Youth movement: Third-year edge Dallas Turner now steps into a full-time starting role opposite Andre Carter II. • Draft ammo: GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah now owns three Day-2 picks over the next two drafts to rebuild a roster that finished 8-9. Greenard’s road to Philadelphia Drafted in the third round by Houston in 2020, Greenard posted 12.5 sacks in 2023 before cashing in with Minnesota on a four-year deal in 2024. Across six NFL seasons he owns 46.5 sacks, 63 tackles for loss and nine forced fumbles. Next up Greenard is expected to fly to Philadelphia on Saturday morning for a physical and an introductory press conference. Barring setbacks, he’ll join OTAs in two weeks, giving Eagles fans their first glimpse of the franchise’s newest $100 million man.