Eagles eyeing trade for talented defensive back?

The Philadelphia Eagles secondary could be getting even more stout.

NFL insider Cam Marino reported Friday that the Eagles are expected to inquire about the availability of Carolina Panthers safety Jeremy Chinn. Marino notes that Philadelphia has the belief that Carolina, at 0-5 on the year, will sell at the trade deadline.

The Eagles are pretty much set at three of the four positions in their secondary (with cornerbacks Darius Slay and James Bradberry, plus free safety Reed Blankenship, holding down the fort). But Philly lost safety CJ Gardner-Johnson in the offseason and his replacement Terrell Edmunds has been somewhat underwhelming to start the season.

That is where Chinn, a former second-round pick and All-Rookie selection, could come into the picture. After starting off his NFL career as a linebacker, Chinn transitioned to the safety position in his second NFL season. He brings speed, athleticism and a strong nose for the football to the table.