The Philadelphia Eagles are signing free agent edge rusher Azeez Ojulari to a one-year, $4 million contract, according to a report from NFL insider Jeremy Fowler.
The New York Giants reportedly tried to retain their second-round pick (No. 50 overall) from the 2021 NFL Draft. But Fowler notes that the Eagles “heavily recruited” Ojulari, who played college football at Georgia (ever hear of that school?).
Ojulari was one of the more intriguing free agent options remaining on the open market. It’s a bit surprising he didn’t generate a higher price tag since:
- He’s only 24 years old (turns 25 on June 16)
- He’s produced 22 sacks, 37 QB hits, and 21 TFLs in 46 career games played (30 starts)
- He plays a premium position
Perhaps Ojulari mistakenly turned down some bigger offers earlier in free agency only for his market to dry up and knock his price down?