The Philadelphia Eagles are losing one of their longest-tenured front office executives. Assistant General Manager Alec Halaby is departing after 17 years with the organization.

A Quiet Exit

Halaby, 38, announced he's leaving "to start a new professional chapter" despite being highly regarded internally. His departure comes just days after Bryce Johnston left to join the Atlanta Falcons.

What It Means

Losing two key front office members in the same week is significant. Halaby worked closely with Howie Roseman on contract negotiations, salary cap management, and player evaluation throughout the Eagles' recent success.

The Eagles will need to promote from within or hire externally to fill the void left by one of their most trusted executives.

End of an Era

Halaby joined the Eagles in 2009 and rose through the ranks to become one of Roseman's most trusted lieutenants. His fingerprints are on many of the deals that helped Philadelphia win Super Bowl LII and reach subsequent championship games.