It is a stunning move, a major upgrade to a position that has been working by committee all season. The addition of Jay Ajayi on Tuesday completely changes the complexion of the running back position for the Eagles moving forward.
The price was a fourth-round draft pick in 2018, and in return the Eagles got themselves a third-year running back who played in the Pro Bowl last season, who runs with an attitude, who is versatile in the passing game – think screen game – and who is capable of handling the load as a true, No. 1 ballcarrier.