Dallas Goedert's Return Reshapes Eagles' Strategy Amid A.J. Brown Trade Talks
Tight end Dallas Goedert has agreed to a one-year contract to return to the Philadelphia Eagles, valued at $10 million with potential incentives of up to $1 million, according to NFL Media. The Eagles and Goedert had been negotiating since the start of free agency, pushing back the void date on his contract multiple times to facilitate his return. This latest adjustment allowed the Eagles to avoid a $20.5 million dead cap hit by finalizing the deal before the deadline. Goedert enjoyed a career year in which he achieved personal bests with 60 catches and 11 touchdowns. This performance came in the final year of his contract, making it crucial for him to maximize his value as he approached free agency for the first time. Despite potential interest from other teams, Goedert remained inclined to re-sign with the Eagles, the franchise that drafted him in the second round in 2018. His history with the Eagles includes winning Super Bowl 59 and consistently contributing significant stats over his eight-year tenure, averaging at least 33 catches, 334 yards, and two touchdowns each season. With Goedert's contract finalized, the Eagles can now turn their attention to A.J. Brown. Goedert's smaller cap hit for 2026 provides the Eagles with financial flexibility, which could influence their decisions regarding Brown, who has been the subject of trade discussions throughout the offseason. However, trading Brown before June 1 would result in a considerable cap hit for the team, explaining their high asking price in potential negotiations.
Source: CBS Sports - 2026-03-15