Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter is entering his fourth NFL season. Philadelphia decided to keep him this off-season and not trade him away to the Cleveland Browns for Myles Garrett. Garrett was traded to the Los Angeles Rams instead for Jared Verse and three draft picks. The Eagles have a lot of talented players on the roster.
Jan 11, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter (98) against the San Francisco 49ers in an NFC Wild Card Round game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Carter is 25 years old and he is ready to potentially become the top defensive tackle in the NFL. During the 2025 NFL season, Carter recorded 33 tackles, three sacks, and seven pass deflections. Even though those numbers weren’t so hot last season, he was a big contributor to this Eagles defense. There is a good chance that he is going to have a monster season for Philadelphia.
NFL Analyst Believes That Philadelphia Eagles DT Jalen Carter Is On the Verge Of Becoming Something Special
Jan 11, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) looks to pass the ball under pressure from Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Moro Ojomo (97) and defensive tackle Jalen Carter (98) during the third quarter in an NFC Wild Card Round game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
Grant Gordon of NFL.com had three different questions about the Eagles entering training camp. Well one of those questions happen to be about Carter. Gordon said,
“What becomes of Carter?
Jalen Carter seems to be on the brink of becoming perhaps the league’s elite defensive tackle. Hence, he’s seeking a seismic extension, which has led to trade speculation. How it all plays out is sure to be headline fodder, and it wouldn’t feel right to be without some melodrama in Philly. Furthermore, defensive coordinator Vic Fangio is back, and losing Carter would be a magnificent blow. A potential boon will be the additions of cornerback Tariq Woolen and pass rusher Jonathan Greenard. No matter the pedigree, not all players fit into Fangio’s scheme (see: Bryce Huff, Jalen Ramsey, Jevon Holland, etc.). Woolen is a physically gifted cover man who made his share of questionable plays with the Seahawks. It will be interesting seeing how the newbies fit into Fangio’s scheme, but the prevailing matter at hand for the defense is Carter’s future.”
Carter’s club-option for the 2027 NFL season was already picked up. The question will be, does general manager Howie Roseman want to give him a long-term contract after the 2026 NFL season ends or even before this season starts for that matter? Roseman is better off waiting until after this season in making that decision. He is only 25 years old and has a lot of room grow
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