The reigning NFC Champions are undergoing quite the roster reshuffle. After losing several key contributors, the Philadelphia Eagles have made a rather surprising move. On Wednesday morning, the Eagles have released star cornerback Darius Slay in what appears to be a salary cap casualty.
After spending the first seven years of his career with the Detroit Lions, Slay left the Motor City for Philadelphia via trade before the 2020 season. Now he will be looking for his third NFL home, much to the dismay of his former Eagles teammates.
Eagles to release CB Darius Slay. (via @RapSheet) pic.twitter.com/0nRdzQSjoI
— NFL (@NFL) March 15, 2023
One player who certainly isn’t upset about the news is Seattle Seahawks safety Quandre Diggs, who has been incredibly active on Twitter this offseason doing his best to pitch free agents and pressure his team in signing them. When seeing the news of his former friend and Lions teammate now becoming a free agent, Diggs was quick to tweet.
Let’s go @Seahawks https://t.co/lNpIbk15Fd
— Nino (@qdiggs6) March 15, 2023
Slay may be 32 but he isn’t someone who is slowing down any time soon. He has played in 37 total games over the last two years, including all 20 possible in 2022. During this span, Slay has been nominated to the Pro Bowl twice, recorded six total interceptions, recovered two fumbles for touchdowns, and has 107 combined tackles.
Although he won’t come cheap, finding a way to get Slay in this Seahawks secondary alongside Diggs, Tariq Woolen, Coby Bryant and a returning Jamal Adams should be a priority for Seattle.
If for no other reason, having Slay on the Seahawks will certainly keep wide receiver DK Metcalf from going after him on the field.
