Eagles Rumors: Josh Sweat, Milton Williams Expected to Hit FA After Zack Baun Contract
Why Zack Baun’s contract makes sense, and where Howie Roseman and the Eagles should look next
Updated Look At Eagles Free Agent Plans After Zack Baun Signing
Zach Baun extension paired with another Eagles rumor to get the band back together
Philadelphia entered the offseason with several impending free agents who played a significant role in their Super Bowl victory, including offensive guard Mekhi Becton, defensive tackle Milton Williams, defensive end Josh Sweat and linebacker Zack Baun.
NFL free agent defensive line rankings: Josh Sweat, Milton Williams lead best available
The Eagles dominated the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl thanks to advantages on both the offensive and defensive lines. Two of the Eagles' key players on the defensive line are hitting free agency, offering teams a chance to build out their roster with championship talent.
Williams, Sweat, Baun head toward free agency
Mike Florio and Chris Simms note that there’s no guarantee the Eagles move on from these players and question who Philly could give the best offer.
Eagles free agent hasn’t gotten any offseason interest from Philadelphia: ‘Not part of the plan’
Philadelphia re-signed Zack Baun to a three-year extension and released cornerbacks Darius Slay and James Bradberry this past week. When the NFL free agency legal tampering period opens on Monday, the Eagles could lose other key free agents, including edge rusher Josh Sweat and offensive guard Mekhi Becton.
Callahan: No excuses for the Patriots, even in a lackluster free agency
Some cautioned, like yours truly back in September, elite players at those positions no longer reach free agency. Others, such as Patriots executive vice president of player personnel Eliot Wolf, said, well, we’ll see. Well, we’re here now.