Eagles Trading Star To Rival Cowboys in Shocking Blockbuster Move

The Philadelphia Eagles have sent shockwaves through the NFC East, reportedly trading star tight end Dallas Goedert to their fiercest rival, the Dallas Cowboys, in a blockbuster move that could redefine the division’s power dynamics. The deal, confirmed by sources Wednesday, sees the Eagles part ways with the 30-year-old veteran as they reshape their roster post-Super Bowl LIX.

The trade rumor first surfaced on the 94WIP Midday Show, where host Joe Giglio speculated that Goedert could be the offensive weapon the Cowboys desperately need, even if it means fueling a heated rivalry. “Goedert is a game-changer for Dallas,” Giglio asserted. “He’s the piece they’ve been missing.” The Cowboys, coming off a 7-10 season in 2024, have struggled to find a reliable tight end since Jake Ferguson’s injury-plagued year (web ID: 0).

Goedert, who posted 496 yards and 2 touchdowns in 10 games in 2024, brings a proven track record with 4,085 career yards and playoff experience (215 yards in 2024) (web ID: 4). However, his injury history—15 games missed from 2022-2024—and a $12 million cap hit in his final contract year prompted the Eagles to explore trade options (web ID: 15). In return, the Eagles receive a 2026 third-round pick and wide receiver Jalen Tolbert, a 26-year-old with 767 career yards who could bolster their WR3 spot behind A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith (web ID: 11).

For the Cowboys, Goedert offers a reliable target for Dak Prescott, addressing a critical need in their passing game. The move, however, has sparked outrage among Eagles fans, with one posting on X, “Trading Goedert to Dallas? That’s a betrayal!” Others see the logic: “Howie’s playing chess—picks and Tolbert for an injury-prone TE? Smart move.” The Eagles, who lead the NFL with zero suspensions since 2020 (Pickem graphic), also gain cap flexibility to pursue a younger tight end in the 2025 draft.

The trade, a rare exchange between bitter rivals, ramps up the NFC East rivalry to new heights. As Goedert dons the Cowboys’ star, Eagles fans brace for a heated showdown in 2025, while Dallas hopes their new weapon can turn the tide against their division foes.