The house always wins in Vegas. But in the NFL, a general manager’s gamble can sometimes defy the odds. Picture Howie Roseman sitting at the high-stakes table, pushing a stack of chips into the center. The entire city holds its breath, watching his play. It’s a move that could either cement his legend or blow up in his face.
That gamble, a $4.2 million bet on veteran pass rusher Za’Darius Smith, just paid off huge. This happened despite the Eagles suffering a brutal 21-17 collapse against the Denver Broncos on October 5. While the team imploded, Smith was a lone bright spot.