Philadelphia,Tu – May 20, 2025
The Philadelphia Eagles sent ripples through the NFL on May 20, 2025, as whispers grew that a high-profile signing could be cut loose before OTAs. This defensive bust, a rare misstep by a front-office genius, has Philly rethinking its championship roster. Who’s the costly star facing the axe?
Bryce Huff, inked to a three-year, $51 million deal in 2024, floundered with just 2.5 sacks and 39% snap share, sidelined by a wrist injury. His lackluster output paled against Nolan Smith’s 6.5 sacks, tarnishing Howie Roseman’s near-flawless record after Super Bowl LIX’s 40-22 rout of the Chiefs. “It’s a tough call,” Nick Sirianni admitted.
Roseman, navigating $26.5 million in dead money from Jason Kelce and Fletcher Cox, faces a $13.8 million cap hit if Huff stays, or $29.6 million dead cap if cut in 2026. With Jalyx Hunt and Josh Sweat thriving, Huff’s three pressures in the NFC Championship blowout—55-23 over Commanders—aren’t enough to justify his price. Roseman eyes cap relief to target free agents like Budda Baker.
NFL analyst Daniel Jeremiah backed the potential move, noting Huff’s 2023 Jets high of 10 sacks hasn’t translated to Philly’s scheme under Vic Fangio. “Cut him loose,” Jeremiah urged. Eagles fans on X split, with some like Tina Rivera slamming Huff’s “bust” label, while others hope Fangio revives his pass-rush spark.
The Eagles, loaded with Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley, and Jihaad Campbell, are primed to defend their 2025 title. Ditching Huff could free resources to bolster Cooper DeJean’s secondary, ensuring another NFC crown. Philly fans, brace for a bold roster reset.
