“He has a knack for making plays in big moments, that’s for sure,” Nick Sirianni said in January about one of their key players. And why not? The player in question had three of the Eagles’ three longest receptions this postseason. In Eagles world, the air is up with the rumor of HC Nick Sirianni making a new move this offseason, but it’s just not how we hoped. One of Jalen Hurts’s go-to guys is gonna go. Fans are guessing the reason can be either contract disputes, scheme fit, or just a shift in offensive philosophy. But is it the right call? Well, let’s just say that locker room tensions are rising, and no one is happy about it.

As per the NFL trade rumors, the Eagles and TE Dallas Goedert might be heading for a breakup. And the reason behind it? Simple. Since Goedert will soon turn 30 and has previously struggled with injuries, he has no guaranteed money left on his deal. Sirianni has to deal with cap issues and other roster priorities, so locking him into a new contract might not be on the cards.

The tricky part is that they don’t have an obvious replacement waiting in the wings. If Goedert hits the market, teams like the Bengals, Panthers, or even the Packers could come calling. Imagine him in Cincinnati, giving Joe Burrow a go-to target over the middle. That would be scary.

But can Jalen Hurts maintain his high level of play without Goedert? Last season, we saw Hurts rely heavily on certain players to move the chains, and now, with one less option, defenses will be licking their chops to shut him down. Goedert’s ability to block, make tough catches, and be a red-zone threat has been huge for the Eagles’ offense.

Goedert’s powerful 24-yard touchdown catch and run in the third quarter against the Packers extended the Eagles’ lead to two possessions. His 31-yard catch and run in the third quarter versus the Rams set up a Jake Elliott field goal that secured the Eagles’ lead for good. Then, in the NFC Championship victory over the Commanders, his 26-yard reception down to the 9-yard line—once again in the third quarter—paved the way for a nine-yard Jalen Hurts touchdown run.

If they move on, they’ll need a solid backup plan because replacing a guy like Goedert ain’t easy. Philly better have something up their sleeve, or this decision could come back to bite them.

However, the Eagles could either promote someone from within or go shopping in free agency. Could a young player like Quez Watkins or a rookie step up? Or will Howie Roseman make a surprise move to bring in a veteran to fill the gap? Either way, it’s a risky game to play when Super Bowl contention is the goal.

History hasn’t always been kind to teams that let key playmakers walk. Just ask the Packers after Davante Adams left or the Patriots after Randy Moss. Sometimes, a system can adapt, but other times, the loss of chemistry and trust between a QB and his favorite target can derail an entire season. Will the Eagles follow the same path?

Eagles’ internal unrest raises concerns about Nick Sirianni’s leadership

The whispers in the Eagles’ locker room have turned into full-blown chatter, with some players clearly not happy. Sources suggest that both veterans and younger players are questioning the logic behind recent moves. When leadership starts losing the locker room, things can spiral fast.

On defense, C.J. Gardner-Johnson has been vocal about trusting the younger guys instead of relying on aging veterans. He even posted, and later deleted, a message on X making it clear that he believes in the youth movement. Meanwhile, the team has moved on from veteran CB Darius Slay, a decision that raised plenty of eyebrows.

Slay wasn’t just a great player, he was a leader. His departure, combined with other shake-ups, has left some players wondering if the front office is prioritizing the right things. And let’s not forget, Slay himself has hinted that he’d be happy to return. Could there already be some regret in the air?

Offensively, things aren’t much smoother. Reports of tension between Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown over targets have been floating around, and veterans like Brandon Graham have hinted that the locker room hasn’t been the best place. While Sirianni has tried to brush it off, the Eagles’ passing game last season spoke for itself. It wasn’t exactly lighting it up.

So, if you connect the dots, it’s clear Philly is going through a transition. On defense, they’re leaning into younger talent, moving on from proven veterans. On offense, frustration is bubbling over, especially with how things have been handled in the passing game. Some might argue that Sirianni is making the tough calls necessary for long-term success. But if he’s losing the trust of his players in the process, it could spell trouble.

Losing a top weapon for Hurts, watching veteran leaders walk out the door, and hearing reports of locker room unrest- it’s a recipe for drama. Eagles fans, what do you think? Is this just an offseason shake-up, or is Philly setting itself up for disaster? Buckle up because things are just getting started in the City of Brotherly Love.