Eagles' Jordan Davis Proud to Be a Nose Tackle, Reveals His Mantra

The Eagles' first-round pick in 2022 signed a lucrative contract extension to become the highest-paid nose tackle in the NFL.

Mar. 11, 2026 at 9:33pm

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Jordan Davis, the Eagles' first-round pick in 2022, has signed a three-year contract extension that makes him the highest-paid nose tackle in the NFL. Davis, a 6-6, 330-pound defensive tackle, takes pride in being a nose tackle and has a specific mantra about the position: "Two on me, somebody's free." He believes the nose tackle position is often overlooked but plays a crucial role in the defense, and he wants to prove that nose guards have a true place in the game.

Why it matters

Davis' contract extension highlights the importance of the nose tackle position in the NFL, which is often overlooked by casual fans. As a dominant force in the middle of the Eagles' defense, Davis' play and leadership have been instrumental to the team's success, and his new deal sets a new benchmark for the value of elite nose tackles in the league.

The details

Davis, who was supported at the press conference by his friend and teammate Jalen Carter, has developed his skills as a pass rusher to become a more well-rounded defensive tackle. He credits his position coach, Clint Hurtt, for helping him improve his technique and become a three-down player. Despite the physical toll of playing nose tackle, where he routinely faces double-teams, Davis takes pride in the position and believes it is crucial to the success of the defense.

  • Davis signed a three-year contract extension with the Eagles in March 2026.

The players

Jordan Davis

A 6-6, 330-pound defensive tackle who was the Eagles' first-round pick in 2022 and has now become the highest-paid nose tackle in the NFL.

Jalen Carter

Davis' friend and teammate, who was present at the press conference to support him.

Matt Leo

The Eagles' player development coach.

Clint Hurtt

Davis' position coach, who has helped him develop his skills as a pass rusher.

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What they’re saying

“The basic thing on my mind has just been the journey, and how quickly it came. Four years seems like a very long time, but when you're actually doing it, it goes by like that. I remember just coming in here for the first time, being wide-eyed, not knowing anybody.”

— Jordan Davis

“I always came in saying, 'Two on me, somebody's free,' and that's the way it's always gonna be. That's the mantra of a nose guard to be real. For your performance to affect the people behind you, the people beside you, it's football, it's a team game, but 'two on me, somebody's free' is something that's very important and I'll never stop saying it.”

— Jordan Davis

“A big passion of mine is just being a premier nose guard, and I know that's a position that's overlooked a lot of times from the casual fan. Not a lot of people know the importance of a true nose tackle, especially when you have the ability in our system to flip from 3-4 to 4-3. Nose guard is a position that doesn't really get that accolade or premium for it because it's a muddy position sometimes.”

— Jordan Davis

What’s next

The Eagles will look to build on Davis' dominant play at nose tackle as they aim to make another deep playoff run in the 2026 season.

The takeaway

Jordan Davis' contract extension and his pride in being a nose tackle highlight the importance of the position in the modern NFL, even if it is often overlooked by casual fans. His dedication to the role and his impact on the Eagles' defense make him a valuable asset for the team as they continue to compete for championships.