'It isn't all that surprising that the Eagles would have preferred draft picks in lieu of Alonso, as they would have provided additional flexibility to possibly move up in the NFL Draft as well as hold more value than a player, as dominant as Alonso can be. However, the fact that it was Alonso who was netted in return for McCoy underscores Eagles head coach Chip Kelly and the front office's commitment to bolstering what has been a floundering defense over the past two seasons.'