Eagles trading EDGE rusher Bryce Huff to Lions

The Philadelphia Eagles are considering trading defensive end Bryce Huff to the Detroit Lions. The move comes as Huff has struggled after signing a three-year, $51.1 million contract last year. Initially, Huff was expected to shine after a strong 2023 season with 67 pressures and 10 sacks. However, he quickly became less effective in 2024, finishing with only 23 pressures and two sacks. Due to a wrist injury and competition on the team, he was benched during the Super Bowl. The Eagles now have other players in the pipeline, including rookie Jalyx Hunt and veterans Azeez Ojulari and Josh Uche. Huff's large salary, which includes $16.75 million in 2025, has also made him a target for being cut. The Lions are looking to strengthen their defense, and Huff could potentially fill a gap opposite star edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson. Reports suggest the Lions may offer fourth- and seventh-round draft picks for Huff before the 2025 NFL Draft. This potential trade could help the Eagles reduce future salary costs and convert a bad contract into draft capital. NFL general manager Howie Roseman has a strong reputation for managing team rosters, and this trade could help correct the previous mistake with Huff's contract.