PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — The Philadelphia Eagles were reportedly interested in Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon. According to NFL reporter Albert Breer of the Monday Morning Quarterback, the Birds made an offer for Gordon, who is currently in a contract holdout.
Did a little digging around on the Melvin Gordon trade market. To give you an idea of where it is, only offer I came across was from Philly.
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— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) September 4, 2019
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The alleged deal would have sent Jordan Howard to Los Angeles and the teams would have swapped mid-round draft picks.
The Chargers reportedly rejected the offer.
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