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Defensive tackle Jalen Carter described his 2026 season as 'trash' after the Philadelphia Eagles' 38-21 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on October 26, stating his performance did not meet his expectations or those of fans. Carter, the highest-paid defensive tackle in the NFL with a contract worth up to $160 million, recorded zero solo tackles and zero quarterback pressures in the game, following three consecutive games of declining to speak with reporters. Through seven games, he has eight solo tackles, three sacks, and five tackles for loss, with much of his production coming in a Week 5 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars.
The Eagles, ranked 31st in sacks per game (1.1), have allowed the seventh-most passing yards per game (239.9) and sixth-most rushing yards per game (131.4). The team is 2-5 and in third place in the NFC East. Carter said 'pretty much everything' needs to change, citing a need to improve chemistry and effort across the defense.
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