Philadelphia Eagles and Super Bowl Hero to Reunite?
The Philadelphia Eagles and C.J. Gardner-Johnson may get back together.
The Philadelphia Eagles, under general manager Howie Roseman, aren’t averse to taking strong action to fill in the gaps in critical spots of need.
Developing the defensive line after the addition of Vic Fangio as the new coordinator earlier in the offseason is one of Roseman’s main goals in what seems to be a bit of a make-or-break season for the Eagles, particularly in regards to head coach Nick Sirianni’s future.
The Philadelphia Eagles may look to a well-known figure in 2024 to turn things around after what can only be described as an utter collapse in the second half of the 2023 campaign, particularly on defense.
Pro Football Focus believes that safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson of the Detroit Lions, who helped his team win a Super Bowl in his one season in the City of Brotherly Love in 2022, would be a great fit as a free agency and sign with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Brad Spielberger writes for PFF that “Philadelphia felt the loss of Gardner-Johnson throughout 2023,” which is a statement of obviousness. Especially when Avonte Maddox was injured, fielding one of the weakest covering groups over the middle of the field. The Eagles desperately need a safety partnering with Reed Blankenship, who also offers nickel ability.”
Without a question, Gardner-Johnson would give Fangio’s defense some much-needed experienced solidity at the back end.
In his first 58 career games, Gardner-Johnson has amassed 245 total tackles, four sacks, 20 tackles for loss, 12 interceptions, and 39 pass breakups. He is a dynamic playmaker who can be both a physical force close to the line of scrimmage and a ballhawk in coverage.
Is It Affordable for the Philadelphia Eagles to Sign C.J. Gardner-Johnson?
Gardner-Johnson played in just three games the previous season due to a pectoral muscle tear sustained in Week 2. The veteran’s injury may keep his asking price low, making him more accessible to the Philadelphia Eagles.
Gardner-Johnson may be available for a one-year “prove it” type contract ahead of the 2024 season due to his injury in 2023.
If Gardner-Johnson is not a steal, Roseman and the Philadelphia Eagles have enough financial freedom to make a reunion possible. The Philadelphia Eagles are expected to have roughly $40.72 million in cap space as free agency draws closer.
With the resources at his disposal and his importance to Fangio’s defense, Gardner-Johnson is a cheap free agent possibility with lots of potential that the Philadelphia Eagles should keep an eye on.
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