Tank Bigsby Traded to Eagles — Trade Details, Week 1 Stats & Analysis
The Jacksonville Jaguars have traded running back Tank Bigsby to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for 2026 fifth- and sixth-round draft picks. The move follows a limited Week 1 performance and gives the Eagles additional depth in the backfield and on special teams.
Trade Details
Multiple outlets including NFL Network and ESPN reported the trade: Jacksonville received two future draft picks (5th and 6th rounds in 2026) while Philadelphia acquired Bigsby to bolster depth behind Saquon Barkley and for special teams duty.
Sources: NFL.com, ESPN, Jaguars.com
Week 1 Recap
In Week 1 (Jaguars 26–10 vs. Panthers), Bigsby saw limited work: 5 rushes for 12 yards and a 20-yard kickoff return. The workload clearly favored Travis Etienne, who handled the bulk of the rushing attempts.
What This Means
- For the Jaguars: they converted current roster depth into future draft capital.
- For the Eagles: Bigsby offers a low-risk depth option and special-teams help behind their starter.
- Fantasy outlook: Bigsby is a backup/handcuff — monitor usage and injury reports for upside.
Fan Reaction & Context
Social media responses were mixed—Jaguars fans lamented the loss of young depth while Eagles fans welcomed the addition. Analysts call this move a low-cost depth play with potential special teams value.
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