Eagles Reportedly Interested in Trading for Steelers' All-Pro LB

Philadelphia looking to fill hole at linebacker after losing key contributors in free agency

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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The Philadelphia Eagles have reportedly reached out to the Pittsburgh Steelers about a potential trade for All-Pro linebacker Patrick Queen. The Eagles lost a pair of key defensive contributors in free agency, leaving them with a clear need at the linebacker position. According to reports, the Steelers are seeking a mid-round draft pick in exchange for Queen.

Why it matters

The Eagles' defense was a strength for the team last season, but the departures of Jaelan Phillips and Nakobe Dean leave a significant void at linebacker. Acquiring an elite talent like Patrick Queen could help the Eagles maintain their defensive prowess and keep pace with the other top teams in the NFC.

The details

The Eagles are said to be one of two teams, along with the Dallas Cowboys, that have expressed interest in trading for Steelers linebacker Patrick Queen. Pittsburgh is reportedly seeking a mid-round draft pick in exchange for the 24-year-old All-Pro, who has emerged as one of the league's top young linebackers over the past two seasons.

  • On March 10, 2026, the Eagles lost linebacker Jaelan Phillips to the Carolina Panthers in free agency.
  • Also on March 10, 2026, the Eagles lost linebacker Nakobe Dean to the Las Vegas Raiders in free agency.

The players

Patrick Queen

An All-Pro linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers who has emerged as one of the league's top young defensive players.

Jaelan Phillips

A linebacker who the Eagles traded for prior to the 2025 trade deadline and subsequently lost to the Carolina Panthers in free agency.

Nakobe Dean

A linebacker who the Eagles lost to the Las Vegas Raiders in free agency.

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What they’re saying

“The Philadelphia Eagles have contacted the Pittsburgh Steelers about a trade for All-Pro linebacker Patrick Queen.”

— Nick Harris, Reporter (Star Telegram)

What’s next

The Eagles and Steelers will continue to negotiate a potential trade for Patrick Queen, with Pittsburgh seeking a mid-round draft pick in return.

The takeaway

The Eagles' defense took a hit in free agency, losing two key linebackers. Acquiring an elite talent like Patrick Queen via trade could help the team maintain their defensive prowess and keep pace with the other top teams in the NFC.