Philadelphia, PA — Brandon Graham’s impending return immediately tightens the Eagles’ EDGE/LB rotation, pushing some players into reserve roles. The name mentioned most is Patrick Johnson.

Johnson has featured steadily over the past two weeks, but Graham’s return likely trims his snap count. Instead of dodging it, he faces it head-on.

“Why say I ‘lost’ my spot—backing up the team’s legend? You think that’s bad? I’m ready to stand behind him. If stepping back means learning his hand usage, rush timing, and iron mentality, I accept it—because when my opportunity comes, I’ll be stronger.”

That message left fans stunned: it isn’t a setback, it’s an investment in the future. It also mirrors the “team first” ethos Philadelphia prizes.

Tactically, Graham can be deployed in bursts to maximize pop on third-and-long, NASCAR packages, or interior stunts and twists. Johnson becomes the “second wave,” setting the edge with discipline and sustaining pressure.

As the rotation deepens when other EDGE players get healthy, clear roles help the Eagles manage workloads and late-game freshness. For Johnson, fewer reps can mean higher 

Inside the locker room, Johnson’s stance quiets any “lost spot” chatter. His willingness to learn from a franchise icon signals a healthy competitive culture.

For the coaching staff, this approach unlocks flexible fronts: five-man looks on early downs, responses to opponent heavy sets, then injecting Graham for closing moments. Johnson, in turn, stockpiles the veteran toolbox in real time.

In short, the Eagles aren’t losing a starter; they’re building a more complete one. And when the next chance arrives, a more seasoned Patrick Johnson could be the timely difference.

Per source  — A New York Jets star running back

has proactively expressed a desire to leave New York for the New England Patriots ahead of the November 4 trade deadline.

The move stems from a hunger to compete for a championship immediately

and a belief that the Patriots provide the best stage to realize that ambition.

From a football standpoint, this RB fits Mike Vrabel’s balanced wide-zone/play-action/RPO architecture and would add the kind of

explosiveness New England could leverage down the stretch.

If he arrives at Gillette Stadium, he could step right into outside/split zone, pin–pull/toss, screen/angle/choice, and pony personnel (2 RB)

packages to create mismatches against linebackers and safeties alongside Drake Maye.

From the Jets’ perspective—given a long-term posture and the aim to stockpile draft capital—a reasonable offer from

New England could be entertained.

Hypothetical trade framework: Patriots send a 2026 Round 4 pick plus a conditional 2027 Day 3 pick (escalators tied to snaps/yards/playoffs) in exchange for an RB on a

low-cost contract.

Risks & counters: Prior injury history requires workload management; role clarity with New England’s current RB room is essential to avoid disrupting offensive rhythm; the price could rise

if multiple teams engage.

Timeline: Establish parameters → conduct medicals → tune salary/bonuses → submit paperwork before the Nov. 4 deadline.