Last offseason, the Philadelphia Eagles released star defensive tackle Fletcher Cox before re-signing him to a one-year, $14 million deal just two days later. This time around, a release won't be necessary. On Wednesday, Cox and the Eagles reached a one-year, $10 million deal, according to ESPN.
The Eagles reportedly got a hometown discount from a franchise legend, as Adam Schefter reports that Cox turned down more lucrative offers to remain in Philly. The 32-year-old defensive tackle played in all 17 games in 2022, and recorded 43 combined tackles, 14 QB hits and seven sacks.
Cox was the 76th-best free agent this offseason, according to CBS Sports NFL Senior Writer Pete Prisco. The star run-stuffer has been with the Eagles his entire career, as he was the No. 12 overall pick in the 2012 NFL Draft out of Mississippi State. Cox is a Super Bowl champion, a four-time All-Pro and six-time Pro Bowler. He also ranks
