Breaking News: Eagles Desperately Announce Trade for Haason Reddick After Ugly Week 2 Loss…
After parting ways with their best edge rusher in years as part of a strategy to get younger and acquire draft capital, the Philadelphia Eagles’ pass rush was expected to rely on a collective effort rather than star power. With a mix of players like Josh Sweat, Bryce Huff, Brandon Graham, and Nolan Smith, the Eagles hoped for success through depth, despite the limited number of double-digit sack seasons among them.
However, through the first two weeks of the 2024 season, the results have been disappointing. The Eagles’ edge rushers have managed just two quarterback hits and zero sacks, with only Sweat making any notable impact. This lack of pressure has raised concerns, as key contributors Zach Baun and Milton Williams are left carrying the load with all of the team’s sacks.
Is the Eagles’ defensive scheme under coordinator Vic Fangio to blame, or is it simply the result of lacking a true number one edge rusher? Either way, the absence of a dominant presence has become glaring, leading many to wonder if general manager Howie Roseman should pick up the phone and rectify the situation.
In a surprising turn, the Eagles have made a desperate move, announcing a trade to bring back star edge rusher Haason Reddick. After being traded to the New York Jets in the offseason, Reddick had been holding out due to a contract dispute, costing him nearly $1 million per game. Now, with the Eagles in dire need of pass-rushing help, the two sides have come together to reunite Reddick with the team he thrived with.
Reddick’s track record speaks for itself. Drafted by the Arizona Cardinals, he became a star edge rusher, recording double-digit sack seasons before landing in Philadelphia. During his two seasons with the Eagles, Reddick notched 27 sacks and earned praise as one of the league’s top pass rushers. While his fit in Fangio’s defense was initially questioned, the Eagles have realized that Reddick’s ability to pressure the quarterback is irreplaceable.
With Reddick now back in the fold, the Eagles hope his presence can reignite their struggling pass rush and prevent further losses. As Philadelphia looks to recover from their Week 2 defeat, this move could be the turning point in salvaging their season and addressing one of their most glaring weaknesses.
