Eagles Eyeing an Underrated Rookie EDGE Sidelined for Too Long at Ravens - GM Howie Roseman Believes in This Rising Star

As the 2025 NFL season looms, the Philadelphia Eagles are fine-tuning their roster to defend their Super Bowl LIX title. A new rumor has fans buzzing: the team is reportedly targeting David Ojabo, a rookie EDGE rusher from the Baltimore Ravens, who has been undervalued and benched for much of his career. With his keen eye for talent, General Manager Howie Roseman is convinced that Ojabo could be a game-changer for the Eagles’ defense.

David Ojabo, 25, was a second-round pick by the Ravens in the 2022 NFL Draft, bringing elite speed and pass-rushing skills from his days at Michigan. However, an Achilles injury in his rookie season derailed his progress, limiting him to just 5 games in 2024 with 5 sacks. Overshadowed by stars like Roquan Smith and Kyle Van Noy in Baltimore, Ojabo has been stuck on the bench, despite his affordable $1.5 million contract for 2025 making him an enticing target. “I know I have more to give. I just need a chance to prove it,” Ojabo said in a 2024 interview.

Howie Roseman, renowned for unearthing hidden gems, has reportedly set his sights on Ojabo. “David Ojabo has rare speed and a predator’s instinct. He’s the kind of player who can change a game,” Roseman is said to have remarked during an internal meeting. With the departure of Josh Sweat and Brandon Graham, the Eagles’ EDGE group needs fresh blood. Roseman believes strongly in Ojabo’s potential: “He’s an underrated talent. I’m confident he’ll explode in the right environment.”

The rumor of the Eagles’ interest in Ojabo gained traction from a Yahoo Sports report (August 24, 2025), suggesting Roseman is considering a last-minute trade to acquire him from the Ravens. Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio might say, “Ojabo has the makings of a top-tier pass rusher. We’ll unlock his full potential here.” Saquon Barkley, a fellow Penn State alum, could add, “David’s a warrior. If he joins Philly, opponents will fear him.”

Bringing in Ojabo would be a bold yet logical move, especially as the Eagles look to bolster their defense ahead of their season opener against the Dallas Cowboys on September 4, 2025. Roseman, who has pulled off successful deals like John Metchie III and Sam Howell, sees Ojabo as a golden opportunity. “He’s a diamond in the rough. Getting Ojabo to the Eagles will set us up to dominate,” Roseman might have told his coaching staff.

However, the Eagles’ pursuit of Ojabo remains unconfirmed. No official sources from the Eagles or Ravens have verified any trade talks. With the NFL’s strict vetting process and inter-team competition, this remains speculative. Still, with Roseman’s unwavering belief in Ojabo, Eagles fans can hope that this underrated rookie will soon emerge as a key piece, helping the team soar in the 2025 season.