For the first time in a long while, Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman opted not to make any trades as the NFL deadline passed. The Eagles' defense, initially in need of reinforcements, has shown significant improvement, featuring a lineup of all players aged 27 or younger during their recent victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio emphasized that performance, not age, drives their decisions. With a youthful roster, including many of Roseman's draft picks, the defense has climbed to third in the NFL, showcasing a remarkable turnaround in both performance and statistics.