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Cam Jurgens traded to Ravens by Eagles for future draft picks

Philadelphia send the two-time Pro Bowl lineman to Baltimore for two draft selections, days after publicly defending his form.

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The Philadelphia Eagles have traded offensive lineman Cam Jurgens to the Baltimore Ravens, parting with the two-time Pro Bowl center in exchange for future draft assets.

Under the terms of the deal announced on Wednesday, Baltimore receive Jurgens and a 2027 seventh-round selection. In return, Philadelphia acquire a 2027 fifth-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick.

The trade marks an abrupt conclusion to Jurgens' time in Philadelphia, coming just two days after head coach Nick Sirianni publicly dismissed questions about benching him following a difficult outing against the Los Angeles Rams.

What the Ravens said

Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta confirmed the deal, highlighting Jurgens' pedigree as an interior blocker capable of stabilising an injury-depleted offensive line.

"We are excited to acquire a two-time Pro Bowl center, Cam Jurgens, from the Eagles in a trade," DeCosta said in a statement. "Cam is a player we have long admired going all the way back to the draft process. He’s a young foundational piece along our offensive line — a great scheme and cultural fit who will contribute quickly in Baltimore."

Whether Jurgens can play immediately remains uncertain. He was placed in concussion protocol on Monday, and Baltimore are scheduled to play the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday night.

The swift turnaround in Philadelphia

The move unfolded rapidly following the Eagles' 24-20 defeat to the Rams. Jurgens had shifted from center to left guard in Week 1 after Landon Dickerson sustained a knee injury, allowing Drew Kendall to step in at center.

However, Jurgens endured a difficult spell at guard. Against the Rams, he received a 28.3 grade from Pro Football Focus, the lowest mark among 179 offensive linemen across the league that week. Across the first four weeks, he surrendered 10 quarterback hurries and 12 pressures, posting a league-low 38.7 grade among linemen with at least 100 snaps.

Despite the mounting criticism, Sirianni defended him on Monday.

"No, I’m pleased with where Cam is," Sirianni said when asked if a change was under consideration. "There’s going to be plays he wants back, but there’s good moments also. I think that’s the consistency of everybody — from our coaches, to our players — has to be the thing that continues to rise. That’s Cam and that’s everybody, you know?"

Hours later, Jurgens entered the league's concussion protocol. By Wednesday, the Eagles front office chose to capitalise on Baltimore's need for interior protection rather than keep him in the lineup.

What happens next

With Jurgens departed, the Eagles are likely to turn to Willie Lampkin at left guard as they prepare to face the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. The team's depth has already been tested across multiple positions, with several key starters picking up injuries in Week 4.

For Baltimore, the trade secures an established starting center for the long haul, though his debut will depend on when he clears concussion protocol.

Key numbers

WhatFigureSource
Ravens return in tradeCam Jurgens and a 2027 seventh-round draft pickBaltimore Ravens and Philadelphia Eagles
Eagles return in trade2027 fifth-round draft pick and 2028 second-round draft pickBaltimore Ravens and Philadelphia Eagles
Jurgens Week 4 PFF grade28.3 (ranked lowest among 179 qualifying linemen)Pro Football Focus
Pressures allowed through four weeks12 pressures and 10 quarterback hurriesPro Football Focus

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NameRole in the story
Philadelphia EaglesNFL team trading away Jurgens.
Baltimore RavensNFL team acquiring Jurgens.
Cam JurgensTwo-time Pro Bowl offensive lineman traded from the Eagles to the Ravens.

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