Eagles Release 6-Time Pro Bowler Darius Slay

The Philadelphia Eagles have decided to release veteran cornerback Darius Slay, a six-time Pro Bowl selection, to save $4.3 million in salary cap space, although it leaves a significant gap in their defense. Slay, who joined the Eagles from the Detroit Lions in 2020, has been a consistent performer and mentor to younger players, helping the Eagles to two Super Bowl appearances and a recent championship win. At 34, Slay remains a highly regarded player and is expected to attract interest from several teams, including his former team, the Detroit Lions, as well as the Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Washington Commanders, and Los Angeles Rams. Despite his release, there is still a possibility that the Eagles could re-sign him under a more favorable contract. The Eagles have designated his release as a post-June 1 transaction, which helps manage their salary cap implications over the next few years. Slay's departure is part of a broader strategy to manage the Eagles' roster and salary cap with several key players approaching free agency.