Eagles Trade Bryce Huff After $51M Contract to 49ers

The Philadelphia Eagles have decided to trade defensive end Bryce Huff to the San Francisco 49ers, a move that reunites Huff with his former Jets head coach and current 49ers defensive coordinator, Robert Saleh. Huff, who signed a three-year, $51 million deal last offseason, struggled to replicate his previous success, recording just 2.5 sacks in 12 games during the Eagles' Super Bowl-winning season and often seeing limited playing time. Former Eagles star Brandon Graham attributed Huff's underperformance to a poor fit within the Eagles' defensive scheme, suggesting the 49ers' system may better utilize his skills. The trade clears salary cap space and opens a roster spot for the Eagles, who have already added pass rushers Josh Uche and Azeez Ojulari in free agency and are reportedly considering other veteran options like Matthew Judon to bolster their pass rush. Despite Huff's disappointing tenure with Philadelphia, his respectable performance metrics indicate he could still contribute effectively in the right system. The trade is expected to finalize soon, with the Eagles receiving a mid-round draft pick in return.