Eagles Land WR John Metchie III in Swap with Texans: Harrison Bryant and Draft Pick Exchanged

Eagles Acquire John Metchie III in Trade with Texans

The Philadelphia Eagles acquired wide receiver John Metchie III from the Houston Texans on August 17th, sending tight end Harrison Bryant and a 2026 fifth-round pick in return. The Eagles also received a 2026 sixth-round pick to complete the deal.

Trade Details

Eagles Receive:

• WR John Metchie III

• 2026 sixth-round pick

Texans Receive:

• TE Harrison Bryant

• 2026 fifth-round pick

Player Analysis

John Metchie III

• Age: 25

• Draft: 2022 second round (44th overall)

• 2023-2024 stats: 64 receptions, 666 yards, 2 touchdowns

• Missed entire 2022 rookie season due to acute promyelocytic leukemia

• Alabama product who will reunite with former teammate DeVonta Smith

Harrison Bryant

• Age: 27

• Career stats: 98 catches, 877 yards, 10 touchdowns over five seasons

• Previously played for Cleveland Browns and Las Vegas Raiders

• Addresses Houston’s need at tight end following Brevin Jordan’s season-ending injury

Impact Assessment

For Philadelphia, Metchie adds depth to a receiver group that includes A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. His slot capability and route-running skills could provide value in the Eagles’ offensive system.

Houston gains immediate tight end help with Bryant, who brings veteran experience and proven production. The Texans needed depth at the position after losing Jordan to injury.

The draft pick swap (fifth for sixth round) slightly favors Houston while maintaining similar value for both teams. This mirrors previous trade relationships between the organizations.

Bottom Line

This trade addresses immediate roster needs for both teams with minimal risk. Metchie gets a fresh opportunity in Philadelphia’s high-powered offense, while Houston adds veteran stability at tight end. Both players were competing for final roster spots, making this a logical move for both franchises as they finalize their 2025 rosters.