The Eagles have made a decision regarding Haason Reddick, opting to let the Pro Bowl pass-rusher seek a new team.
The Philadelphia Eagles are gearing up for a summer marked by significant changes, beginning with a pivotal decision regarding defensive lineman Haason Reddick. Despite serving as the Eagles’ primary pass-rushing force for the past couple of seasons, Reddick is now permitted to explore trade opportunities.
Following a disappointing playoff elimination at the hands of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Eagles have reportedly granted Reddick permission to seek a new team, as stated by the league’s official website. Reddick, who has showcased his skills as a Pro Bowler during his tenure with the Eagles, joined the team after notable stints with the Arizona Cardinals and Carolina Panthers.
In 2023, Reddick tallied 11 sacks, 23 quarterback hits, 13 tackles for loss, and a defended pass. However, his standout year occurred in 2022 when he achieved a career-best 16 sacks, tying with Myles Garrett for the second-highest tally in the NFL.
Reddick also led all defenders with five forced fumbles, contributing significantly to the Eagles’ advancement to Super Bowl LVII with his dominant performances. As a result, he earned Second-Team All-Pro honors and finished fourth in Defensive Player of the Year voting.
Nevertheless, his productivity experienced a decline this season as the Eagles struggled to overcome their Super Bowl hangover. The defense’s rankings dropped from second in yards allowed and eighth in points allowed to 26th and 30th in these respective categories.
The Eagles are preparing for a season characterized by transformations. For the third consecutive year, they will have a new defensive coordinator, following Jonathan Gannon’s departure to become the Cardinals’ head coach and Sean Desai’s dismissal last month. This potential upheaval could be a contributing factor to Reddick’s departure.
Vic Fangio has been appointed as the new defensive play-caller for the 2024 season. The seasoned coach is anticipated to assemble his own coaching staff, which might entail repositioning certain players.
