The Eagles traded up in the first round of the 2012 NFL Draft to select Fletcher Cox. But for a moment, the team even considered dealing that selection and not bringing the coveted Cox to Philadelphia.
On the night before the draft, the Eagles and Seattle Seahawks agreed to a deal that would move the Eagles from No. 15 to No. 12 if one of the players they wanted was available. They would compensate the Seahawks with fourth- and sixth-round picks to make the move.
When Cox fell to No. 12, the two teams made the trade.