The Philadelphia Eagles had a looming decision to make on Nigel Bradham and according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com, the talented linebacker will not have his option picked up and he’ll be a salary cap casualty.
The Eagles had until the end of the league year (March 17) to either pick up or decline the $10 million option on the 31-year-old linebacker.
Before the 2018 NFL season, Bradham signed a five-year, $40 million deal, with plenty of outs for the Eagles, including team options in the final three seasons.
According to Over The Cap, the Eagles save $4.5 million in cap space by declining his option. If Bradham is to return, it’ll be at a much lower rate than his $8 million per year.
Bradham’s production has dropped over the past few seasons, but he still leads the team in tackles since signing with the Eagles after leaving Buffalo as a free agent.
The Eagles could look to add a more athletic and versatile linebacker in his place, as big offseason changes loom.
