NFL Houston Texans, Philadelphia Eagles Kelvin Ubeh December 3, 2024 0 Comments

Philadelphia Eagles Shock the NFL with Bold Trade for Former All-Pro Edge Rusher Justin Houston

As the Philadelphia Eagles approach the final stretch of the regular season, their options for bolstering their pass rush are limited.

However,one potential candidate who could provide short-term assistance is a familiar name: 35-year-old former NFL All-Pro edge rusher Justin

Houston. With the Eagles currently sitting atop the NFC East at 10-2, Houston could offer valuable depth and playoff experience as the

team looks to secure the top seed in the NFC and make a Super Bowl run. Bleacher Report’s Matt Holder recently suggested that the Eagles

should consider signing Houston for the final five games of the season. Following a victory over the Baltimore Ravens in Week 13, the

Eagles remain in first place in the NFC East and will host the Carolina Panthers in Week 14. However, the team’s edge-rushing corps has

taken a hit, with Bryce Huff dealing with a wrist injury and Brandon Graham sidelined for the rest of the year due to a triceps injury. While the

Eagles added veteran Charles Harris off waivers this week, Houston could be an ideal addition to provide additional insurance during the

postseason push. Although Houston may no longer be in his prime, the 35-year-old recorded 9.5 sacks just two years ago, and his experience could prove invaluable.

Houston’s career has spanned over a decade, including eight seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs, where he became one of the league’s top

pass rushers. In 2014, he led the NFL with a remarkable 22 sacks, earning a six-year, $101 million contract in 2015. Since leaving Kansas

City after the 2018 season, Houston has played for the Indianapolis Colts, Baltimore Ravens, and briefly for the Carolina Panthers and Miami Dolphins in 2023.

Over 13 seasons, he has accumulated 112 sacks and earned $107.1 million in career earnings.

While Houston would bring veteran leadership to the locker room, the Eagles may hesitate to disrupt the chemistry of what has been one of the league’s top defenses in 2024.

With the Eagles ranking first in total defense (282.8 yards), fourth in scoring defense (18.2 points), seventh in rushing defense (104.8 yards), and third in passing defense (178.0 yards), adding a new player to the mix may not be necessary.

The team’s pass rush has been a collective effort, with linebacker Josh Sweat leading the way with 7.0 sacks, while eight players have recorded at least two sacks. Despite the injuries, the Eagles may prefer to stick with their current defensive lineup as they head into the postseason.