With Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley out, Philadelphia’s offense struggled significantly in that game. Critics argued that if the offense looks this ineffective without its starting quarterback, the team might consider selling assets to rebuild for the future. One analyst gave the Eagles a C-plus for Week 6, while another labeled them a Week 6 loser. The growing sentiment is that there are strong incentives for the franchise to pivot toward the future rather than push for a quick turnaround.
The Eagles have not typically engaged in major selling during the Nick Sirianni era, but current conditions—injuries across the roster and the possibility of salary-cap challenges ahead—are fueling speculation that broader changes could be on the horizon. If the 2026 season continues to trend toward a lost year, there could be moves aimed at unloading salary and increasing draft capital. More draft capital would help the team add inexpensive rookies and manage cap constraints going forward.
Potential targets for trade include players on expiring contracts, as teams often use deadlines to reshuffle for long-term planning. Among the names discussed in speculative chatter were several players who could attract interest as teams seek to shore up their rosters for a playoff push or future seasons. While moving a star back like Barkley would be complicated by cap implications, other players could be more feasible trade candidates depending on the team’s strategy and needs.
The Eagles still have several weeks to steer the season in a positive direction. If results don’t improve, the organization could face increased pressure to consider a broader restructuring to reset for the future.
