How will the Philadelphia Eagles bounce back in 2024?

In recent news, the Denver Broncos parted ways with former All-Pro safety Justin Simmons as the 2024 NFL season commenced earlier this month. As the 2024 NFL Draft approaches, teams are actively seeking to bolster their rosters with experienced players through free agency or trades. The Philadelphia Eagles, potentially just a piece or two away from contention for the Super Bowl, stand out as a team in need of assistance in their secondary. It would be prudent for head coach Nick Sirianni and his staff to explore the possibility of acquiring Justin Simmons, given their evident need. According to the latest free agency projections from Pro Football Focus (PFF), Simmons joining the Eagles aligns perfectly with their objectives.

“Simmons’ release from the Broncos may have been the biggest surprise of all notable players cut ahead of the offseason, even with the understanding that the safety market is routinely flooded with talent in free agency each offseason. Simmons’ 82.3 coverage grade over the past three seasons is a top-15 mark among safeties, his 14 interceptions lead the position and his 52 defensive stops are a top-30 mark.”

Philadelphia Eagles’ Up-and-Down 2023 Campaign

After a season where a debatable pass interference call stood between them and potentially winning Super Bowl 57, the Philadelphia Eagles entered 2023 with high expectations. A strong start of 10-1 had fans in the ‘City of Brotherly Love’ envisioning a trip to Super Bowl 58. However, a disappointing 1-5 finish to the regular season saw Nick Sirianni and his team lose both their momentum and the NFC East divisional title. Their decline continued in the NFC Wild Card Round, where they were convincingly defeated by the .500 Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a score of 32-9.