Eagles Secure Key Pass Rusher Azeez Ojulari in Free Agency Move
So, big news coming out of the NFL free agency world—the Philadelphia Eagles have just signed former New York Giants pass rusher Azeez Ojulari! This move is shaking things up in the NFC East, and it’s clear that the Eagles are making some serious defensive upgrades. The deal is reportedly a one-year contract worth $4 million, as announced by the team on Monday.
If you remember, Ojulari was a second-round pick back in 2021, and he wasted no time making an impact. In his rookie season, he set a Giants franchise record for most sacks by a rookie with eight. That’s a strong start for any young edge rusher. However, injuries have been a hurdle in his career—he missed significant time over the last three seasons, including 10 games in 2022 and six in each of the past two years. Despite those setbacks, he still put up solid numbers when he was on the field. In just seven games in 2022, he managed 5.5 sacks, and last season, he recorded six sacks in 11 games. Those are pretty impressive numbers considering the limited playing time.
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Ojulari’s arrival in Philadelphia comes at a crucial time, as the Eagles recently lost their own standout pass rusher, Josh Sweat, to the Arizona Cardinals on a massive four-year, $76 million deal. To counter that loss, Philly has been aggressive in finding replacements, also bringing in Josh Uche, a former New England Patriots pass rusher, who had an 11.5-sack season back in 2022.
This signing isn’t just about filling a gap—it’s about building a competitive and deep pass rush rotation. Ojulari still has plenty of potential, and if he can stay healthy, he could be a major asset for the Eagles’ defense. The Eagles’ front office clearly sees value in giving him a fresh start in a new system, and for $4 million, it’s a relatively low-risk move with potentially high rewards.
Meanwhile, over in New York, the Giants are already moving on, signing former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Chauncey Golston, who had a career-high 5.5 sacks last season. It looks like both teams are reshaping their defensive lines in preparation for what should be another highly competitive season in the NFC East.
So, what do you think? Can Ojulari bounce back and have a big year in Philly? This could turn out to be a sneaky-good signing for the Eagles, especially if he can stay on the field. Keep an eye on this move—it might be one of those underrated free agency signings that pays off in a big way!
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