Birds 365: A Philadelphia Eagles Podcast

The AJ Brown debate that took over Friday's Birds 365. Zander Krause argues AJ's best days are behind him — 29 years old, $32M cap hit, two straight down years, drops in the playoffs, and a scouting report that said 'drops appear when focus declines.' McMullen fires back: statistically he'll be better in New England with Drake Maye, the Rams got scared off by his knee, and &#39...

Zander Krause and John McMullen break down the Eagles' latest moves on a Football Friday edition of Birds 365. Dameon Pierce and Stone Smartt sign, McMullen analyzes Howie's investment strategy with Hollywood Brown at $6.5M, Braden Mann's 4-year deal, Andy Dalton at QB3, and the Eagles surging from 18th to 7th in cap space at $42M+. Plus McMullen's WR draft blueprint post-AJ Brown...

The Eagles just traded for veteran QB Andy Dalton while A.J. Brown trade talks hit a new twist with teams backing off — we’re breaking down what it means for the locker room, depth chart, and Philly’s offseason direction. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Eagles' biggest roster holes are exposed: safety and edge rusher. John McMullen says safety is the #1 need — they literally don't have a starter if the season began today. Sydney Brown is more likely to be traded than start. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Eagles have started their 30 visits ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. Zander Krause and John McMullen track who's coming in — Omar Cooper (Indiana WR), Vega Ioane (Penn State OG), Danny Dennis-Sutton (Penn State edge), and Jalen Kilgore (South Carolina safety). Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Breaking news: The Eagles reworked Jake Elliott's contract from $6M to $5M base — but made it all guaranteed. Zander Krause and John McMullen debate whether the Eagles should have moved on from their kicker after two straight down seasons. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Inside the Birds reporter Andrew DiCecco joins Zander Krause and John McMullen to break down the Eagles' free agency moves, the new Shanahan-style offense under Sean Mannion, and what the draft board looks like at pick 23. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Eagles traded for Andy Dalton from the Panthers for a 2027 7th-round pick. Zander Krause and John McMullen break down what it means for Tanner McKee, the $3.9M price tag for a QB3, the Parks Frazier connection, and whether this changes the Eagles' draft plans at quarterback. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

New Eagles WR Hollywood Brown is already talking about playing with Jalen Hurts and embracing Philly’s vision — we’re breaking down his fit in the offense and what it means for the WR room moving forward. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jalen Carter's extension talks are heating up — and Drew Rosenhaus isn't settling for Chris Jones money at $31.75M AAV. McMullen reports Carter wants Micah Parsons-level dollars north of $40M, creating a massive bet-on-yourself scenario after a down 2025 season. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Eagles face a massive decision on Nolan Smith's 5th-year option worth $13.75-14.5M. John McMullen projects the Eagles will pick it up — but with two triceps injuries and a shoulder concern, is Smith worth the investment? Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

36 days until the NFL Draft — Zander Krause and John McMullen break down the biggest mock drafts and debate who the Eagles should take at pick 23. Daniel Jeremiah picks Kaden Proctor, Joel Klatt has Akheem Mesidor, and Nate Davis highlights Blake Miller from Clemson as the safest OL option. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hollywood Brown signs a 1-year deal with the Eagles — Zander Krause and John McMullen break down how he fits as WR3, what it means for Jalen Hurts' deep ball, and the ripple effect of Jaylen Waddle's trade to Denver on AJ Brown's trade market. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Eagles just signed WR Marquise “Hollywood” Brown, adding speed to the offense as A.J. Brown trade questions still linger — we’re breaking down what this move means for Philly’s WR room and future plans. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John McMullen delivers his most alarming assessment yet: the Eagles' ceiling is still a Super Bowl, but an 8-9 season wouldn't surprise him for the first time since 2022. Zander and McMullen break down the Shanahan scheme shift, Jeff Stoutland's departure, Landon Dickerson's health concerns, and whether Nick Sirianni is changing the offense to placate Jeffrey Lurie. Privacy & Opt-O...

Cayden Steele of Bleeding Green Nation joins Birds 365 with a deep draft breakdown: the Eagles are drafting heavy offense with OL in round 1, potentially 3 offensive linemen total. Spencer Fanou could fall to 23, Blake Miller is the Lane Johnson replacement bet, and it's a historically deep tight end class. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Stolnis of Crossing Franklin Nation joins Zander Krause and John McMullen to grade the Eagles' first week of free agency. The panel debates whether Howie Roseman should have paid Jaelan Phillips $30M, the CJGJ trade as an unforced error, and why AJ Brown is likely still getting traded. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

BREAKING: Eagles Signing WR Hollywood Brown to a 1 Year Deal! Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Darius Slay officially retires after 13 NFL seasons and 6 Pro Bowls — Zander Krause and John McMullen break down his Eagles legacy, Ring of Honor candidacy, and what Philly still needs in free agency phase 2 including Marcus Epps, Arnold Ebiketie, and the barren safety market. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

After re-signing Dallas Goedert and adding pieces like Arnold Ebiketie, the Eagles still have major holes to fill — we’re breaking down what Philly’s next move should be as free agency continues. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jeff Kerr joins Zander Krause and John McMullen for a deep dive on the Eagles' AJ Brown situation. McMullen puts it at 80/20 that Brown is traded before week 1. Plus: the edge rusher market after losing Jaelan Phillips at $30M, Cooper DeJean's future at safety, the TO vs AJ greatest Eagles receiver debate, and why the Eagles need to draft offense at pick 23. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redc...

John McMullen and Zander Krause map out the Eagles' path forward at edge rusher after losing Jaelan Phillips to Carolina at $30M. Jonathan Greenard emerges as a trade target, Nolan Smith's year 3 expectations, the void year cap concerns Howie Roseman needs to address, Braden Mann's 4-year extension, and a full breakdown of Tariq Woolen scouting reports from Seahawks fans. Plus: NFL Dra...

Dallas Goedert signs back with the Eagles on a 1-year, $7 million deal — avoiding a $20.5M dead cap disaster. Zander Krause and John McMullen break down what this means for the Eagles' cap flexibility, the AJ Brown trade timeline, and how Howie Roseman is juggling free agency week 2. Plus: Tariq Woolen scouting intel, tight end room outlook, and the latest Rapoport report on AJ Brown's fut...

The Eagles brought back tight end Dallas Goedert on a new one-year deal while continuing to reshape the roster in free agency — we’re breaking down what it means for the offense and the team’s 2026 plans. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

🚨 BREAKING NEWS — The Philadelphia Eagles have signed tight end Dallas Goedert back on a one-year deal, avoiding roughly $20.5 million in dead cap money. The deadline was set for Monday after being pushed back twice — Howie Roseman got it done on Sunday. What does the structure look like? What does this mean for the Eagles' 2026 cap picture? And is this a prove-it deal or the start of a longe...