NFL rumors: Vikings give bust last chance, Eagles double-dip at LB, Panthers add to rush
NFL rumors: Eagles double-dip at LB
Last year, an injury to a promising youngster saw the Eagles sign a pair of veteran free agents to fill the gap. Things worked out well with defensive tackles Ndamukong Suh and Linval Joseph. Now Philadelphia is hoping to recreate the same scenario at linebacker.
The Eagles put their eggs in the Nakobe Dean basket at middle linebacker but he apparently suffered an injury during training camp. It’s also just not clear if the second-year defender is ready to take the reins fulltime. So Philadelphia went out and picked up a couple of additional options.
On Sunday, the Eagles added Myles Jack and Zach Cunningham, each getting a one-year deal worth $2.5 million, according to Ian Rapoport.
Jack was horrific at times playing for the Steelers last year. The move isn’t without risk. Still, his six seasons with the Jaguars were far more encouraging and a return to form could make this a savvy addition that takes a whole lot of pressure off Dean to be ready now.
Cunningham only played six games last year for the Titans as he dealt with injuries. It would seem he’s healthy now and the Eagles are hoping he can get back to his productive ways from his days in Houston. In 2020, he had 164 total tackles.