In a vacuum, the Shaq Leonard signing wasn’t a terrible idea by any means when it occurred. Philly certainly needed the help. He appeared in five games, starting three, and he contributed somewhat.
He registered a sack, 23 combined tackles, and two tackles-for-a-loss while playing almost 50% of the team’s defensive snaps. He was added because of a win-now Eagles nature.
The Eagles didn’t have to give up much to land him. He’s an unrestricted free agent come March though, and after the season-ending loss in Tampa, heseemed to cast doubts on whether he’d be back in any capacity next season.
While he’s only 28, Leonard has already had two medical procedures done on his back. We’ve seen former star linebackers retire before they turn 30 before. Even if he does decide to return next season, it probably won’t be in Philly. For that reason, we add his name to our list.
Chiefs-49ers Super Bowl presents a tough choice for loyal Philadelphia Eagles fans
But with the Kansas City Chiefs beating the Eagles last year in the big game and the San Francisco 49ers winning the NFC rematch this year at Lincoln Financial Field, picking a favorite is complicated for many Philadelphians.
For many local fans, neither team is very appealing right now.
Chiefs and Niners fans who call Philly home are feeling pretty good as they look ahead to Las Vegas, including the 609-ers from South Jersey.
“We just all started watching the games together and now we have about 100 to 125 members,” Sincera Micheaux, of the 609ers, said.
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