Eagles Acquire WR Dontayvion Wicks from Packers

Philadelphia adds young receiver in exchange for two draft picks

Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:27am

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The Philadelphia Eagles have acquired wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks from the Green Bay Packers in exchange for a fifth-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft and a sixth-round pick in 2027. Wicks, a 24-year-old entering his third season, will join the Eagles' talented receiving corps that includes A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, and Marquise 'Hollywood' Brown.

Why it matters

The trade adds depth and youth to the Eagles' receiving options as they look to build on their NFC Championship appearance last season. Wicks provides quarterback Jalen Hurts with another reliable target, while the Packers clear up a crowded receiver room and acquire additional draft capital.

The details

According to reports, the Packers will receive a fifth-round pick originally owned by the Atlanta Falcons in the 2023 NFL Draft, as well as a sixth-round selection in 2027. In return, the Eagles will add Wicks, who had 30 receptions for 332 yards and 2 touchdowns in 14 games for the Packers last season. Wicks will be under contract with the Eagles through the 2027 season after agreeing to a one-year, $12.5 million extension.

  • The trade was completed on Friday, April 10, 2026.
  • The 2023 NFL Draft, which includes the fifth-round pick the Packers will receive, begins on April 23, 2026.

The players

Dontayvion Wicks

A 24-year-old wide receiver who was selected by the Green Bay Packers in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Wicks has spent the first two seasons of his career with the Packers, catching 108 passes for 1,332 yards and 11 touchdowns in 46 regular-season games.

Philadelphia Eagles

The NFC East franchise that has reached the playoffs in four of the last five seasons, including an appearance in the NFC Championship game in 2025.

Green Bay Packers

The NFC North team that has made the playoffs in seven of the last eight seasons, though they have not reached the Super Bowl since 2010.

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What they’re saying

“Dontayvion is a talented young receiver who will be a great addition to our offense. We're excited to see what he can do alongside A.J., DeVonta, and Hollywood.”

— Howie Roseman, Executive Vice President of Football Operations, Philadelphia Eagles

“While we hate to see Dontayvion go, this trade allows us to add more draft capital and gives some of our other young receivers an opportunity to step up. We wish him the best in Philadelphia.”

— Brian Gutekunst, General Manager, Green Bay Packers

What’s next

The Eagles will look to integrate Wicks into their offense during the offseason program and training camp, as they aim to build on their NFC Championship appearance in 2025. The Packers, meanwhile, will continue to evaluate their receiver depth chart and could look to add more talent through the upcoming draft.

The takeaway

This trade represents a win-win for both teams, as the Eagles add a young, talented receiver to complement their existing pass-catching options, while the Packers clear up a crowded receiver room and acquire additional draft capital. It's a savvy move by both front offices as they look to position their teams for success in the 2026 season and beyond.