The Philadelphia Eagles are facing a massive revolt from their fanbase as the NFL trade deadline appraoches this Tuesday at 4 p.m. Following a string of six consecutive losses, supporters are calling for a significant overhaul of the current roster.
A six-game slide into the NFC East basement
The Eagles' recent performance has left the team at the bottom of the NFC East division. this decline was punctuated by a 38-21 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football and a preceding defeat aganist the Washington Commanders.. As the team struggles, the pressure is mounting on head coach Nick Sirianni and offensive coordinator Sean Mannion. Some observers have even questioned the long-term stability of the coaching staff under owner Jeffrey Lurie.
The 85% vote against A.J. Epenesa and Riq Woolen
According to a "Save or Trade" poll conducted by reporters Marcus Hayes and Jeff McLane, fans are eager to dismantle the current lineup. A.J. epenesa topped the list of players targeted for departure, with 85 percent of voters supporting a trade. Epenesa has struggled to find his footing in Philadelphia,recording zero sacks despite his previous success with the Buffalo Bills.
The dissatisfaction extends to the secondary, where Riq Woolen and Jonathan Jones both faced an 84 percent vote to be traded. The report notes that Woolen currently holds a 62.5 Pro Football Focus grade, ranking him 50th among 102 qualified cornerbacks. Meanwhile, Jonathan Jones has seen limited usage, appearing in only 12 percent of defensive snaps.
The 82% demand for Hollywood Brown's departure
Offensive frustrations are also driving the push for roster changes. Wide receiver Hollywood Brown has become a primary target for fans, with 82 percent of poll respondents favoring a trade. This sentiment follows a period of low production, as Brown has managed only four cacthes for 47 yards across his last two games.
Other players facing high trade support include safety Marcus Epps at 80 percent and cornerback Michael Carter II at 76 percent. Even linebacker Arnold Ebiketie, who was an offseason acquisition, saw 75 percent of voters calling for him to be moved after playing 49 percent of defensive snaps without recording a sack.
Howie Roseman's dilemma with expiring contracts and cap space
While the fan outcry is loud, General Manager Howie Roseman faces complex logistical hurdles.. One specific question remains: will the front office move on from players like Moro Ojomo, who has 68 percent support for a trade? Ojomo is on an expiring contract, making him a potential rental, but the team must weigh this against the financial commitments made to players like Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis.
Furthermore, the team's depth remains a concern. While fans want to move players like Kelee Ringo—who has yet to play a defensive snap this season—the organization must decide if trading established talent will leave the roster too thin to compete in the NFC East.
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