Ryan Eckley NFL Trade History

Denver acquired John Franklin-Myers from the Jets for a 2026 sixth-round pick and secured an established defensive-line starter at a bargain price. Franklin-Myers brought durability, interior-outside versatility and immediate pass-rush production to the Broncos, then remained productive into 2025. New York received future draft capital, but a late sixth-round return does not match the multi-season value Denver obtained from a proven defender.

The Jets acquired defensive tackle Harrison Phillips and a 2027 seventh-round pick from Minnesota on August 21, 2025, sending the Vikings 2026 and 2027 sixth-round selections. Phillips then started all 17 games for New York and recorded 60 tackles, adding dependable interior snaps immediately. Minnesota gained two draft assets for a veteran it was prepared to move, but the Jets received the stronger proven return.

Minnesota sent Sam Howell and a 2026 sixth-round pick to Philadelphia for a 2026 fifth and a 2027 seventh. Howell did not record a regular-season pass for the Eagles in 2025, serving as quarterback depth rather than creating measurable game production. Minnesota's fifth became pick No. 163, Charles Demmings, while the Vikings also retained the future seventh. The stronger draft position gives Minnesota the early advantage.

Philadelphia acquired Jaire Alexander and a 2027 seventh-round pick from Baltimore for a 2026 sixth-rounder, but Alexander never played a snap for the Eagles after the trade and was placed on the Reserve/Retired list less than two weeks later. Baltimore still secured pick No. 211, later used on Ryan Eckley. Philadelphia later recovered money and cap credit, softening the damage, but the football return clearly favors the Ravens.