Analyst critiques Eagles' Jordan Davis extension amid offseason praise
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 8:38 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Seth Walder of ESPN provided a contrasting view on the Philadelphia Eagles' offseason activities, which received the highest grade in the NFL. While many applauded the three-year, $78 million extension for Jordan Davis, Walder argued it was excessive for a nose tackle, citing the need for more pass rush production. Despite Walder's critique, Davis had a notable season last year, achieving career highs in sacks and tackles. The Eagles' front office continues to see Davis as a foundational defensive player and hopes he can elevate his performance further in the upcoming season.
- •Eagles received the NFL's highest offseason grade from ESPN.
- •Jordan Davis signed a three-year, $78 million extension with $65 million guaranteed.
- •Seth Walder views Davis's deal as a flaw in an otherwise stellar offseason.
- •Davis recorded career highs with 4.5 sacks and 72 tackles last season.
- •Eagles believe Davis is key to their defensive strategy.
- 8:38 PMYahoo Sports — Analyst criticizes Jordan Davis's new deal while praising Eagles' offseason
"ESPN recently praised the Eagles' offseason, but the Jordan Davis extension was the lone move Seth Walder didn't embrace.
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