2026-06-13 · NFLTradeRumors.co

Philadelphia Eagles players, including left tackle Jordan Mailata, recently addressed the A.J. Brown trade, expressing relief that the offseason storyline has concluded. Mailata noted that the team can now focus on learning new schemes and preparing for the upcoming season. He emphasized the importance of moving forward and building team culture with new rookies joining the roster. Mailata also praised wide receiver DeVonta Smith, asserting that he has always been a leader on the team, regardless of not wearing a captain's patch in previous seasons. He believes Smith's leadership qualities will shine through as he takes on a more prominent role this year. The Eagles are gearing up for a competitive season in the NFC East, and the focus is on collaboration and growth among the players as they adapt to changes within the team.