The Philadelphia Eagles faced heavy criticism after they traded away several top players at the NFL trade deadline, as the list includes names like defensive tackle Jordan Davis and center Cam Jurgens. However, general manager Howie Roseman kept some moves on the table, including a potential trade for Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert.
The San Francisco 49ers reportedly tried to take Goedert to help fix the injury-hit pass-catcher group, but the Eagles stood firm on their decision. ESPN reporters Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter shed light on the situation.
“Sources said several teams inquired about the pass-catching tight end, including the 49ers. But Goedert, 31, never got close to being traded. He remains in Philadelphia and could even re-sign with the Eagles for 2027,” the report says.
Goedert is on the verge of an expiring contract, and it happened because Roseman sees him as a reliable force for their offense. With wide receiver DeVonta Smith missing from the receiving group with a lingering hamstring injury, Goedert became one of the top options this season.
Goedert also produced what he could, recording 31 receptions for 308 yards and two touchdowns over seven games this season. His production has provided Philadelphia with a consistent presence at tight end.
The Eagles also have uncertainty surrounding their younger options at the position, as second-round pick Eli Stowers has struggled to develop into a strong tight end. The rookie was held without a catch in the Eagles’ Week 9 loss to the New York Giants.
Stowers indeed remains a potential long-term option, but Philadelphia still has reason to rely on Goedert while the rookie develops.