Jalen Carter and Nolan Smith will remain in Philadelphia through the 2027 season after the Eagles exercised their fifth-year options on Monday. Both 2023 first-round picks are now under contract control for the Eagles' defensive core. Carter has developed into a reliable interior defensive lineman, while Smith continues his progression as an edge rusher.
Fantasy Impact: NEUTRAL
This is primarily a defensive personnel decision with minimal direct fantasy impact. Monitor the Eagles' defensive line depth chart in training camp, but neither player has meaningful fantasy scoring upside in redraft or dynasty formats.