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Assessing the fallout of the Darius Slay trade: Grades, salary cap implications, draft pick updates

The trade of Darius Slay, which was agreed upon on principle Thursday morning, will have some short and long-term implications for both the Detroit Lions and the Philadelphia Eagles. The NFL world was abuzz with analysis and opinions on the move from both team’s perspectives.

NFL Insider Adam Caplan believes the trade worked out well for both sides, with the Eagles getting a much-needed No. 1 cornerback, while the Lions got somewhat good value in return—a third and a fifth-round pick in 2020.

Meanwhile, CBS Sports’ Tyler Sullivan gives the Eagles an A and the Lions a B-.