After more than a decade in the NFL, Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Chris Long is calling it a career. Long posted a picture to Twitter on Saturday night, raising a plastic red cup, while giving out thanks as he walked away on his terms. The Business of football now must be addressed and even though the Eagles addressed the roster with the idea that Long was done, Howie Roseman could look to add one more pass rusher.
Here are five defensive ends the Eagles could target to replace Long.
Derrick Morgan
Morgan, A Lancaster, PA native, could be an option for the Eagles if they want to add another player. The 30-year-old is a former 2010 first-round pick, selected three spots after Brandon Graham at No. 16 overall. closer to home.
Connor Barwin
The 10-year veteran and former Eagles pass rusher could be a welcomed addition if Howie Roseman is continuing to chase depth. Barwin has met with the Dolphins, and the second-round pick of the Texans in 2009, Barwin has played for Houston, Philadelphia, the Rams, and the Giants.
Muhammad Wilkerson
Wilkerson showed dominant potential when he was drafted No. 30 overall in 2011 by the New York Jets. Injuries and dysfunction derailed Wilkerson’s career. Last season Wilkerson suffered a terrible ankle injury that caused him to miss most of the 2018-19 season with the Green Bay Packers.
Andre Branch
Branch was cut this offseason as part of the Dolphins’ plan to rebuild after signing a three-year, $24 million dollar contract he signed in 2017. His best season in Miami came in 2016 when he racked up 49 tackles and 5.5 in 16 games.
Damontre Moore
The AAF’s leading sacker in eight games, Moore was but before OTA’s with the 49ers but could be a late summer addition to a roster.
