The Philadelphia Eagles’ pass rush took a major blow ahead of their Week 9 matchup with the Los Angeles Rams, as defensive end Bryce Huff will require surgery to repair a wrist injury. Huff, who had been battling the injury for several weeks, had been seen wearing a cast on his wrist during recent practices. His surgery marks a significant setback for a player who had started to find his form after a slow start to the 2024 season.
Huff, who signed a three-year, $51.1 million contract with the Eagles earlier this year, has not yet lived up to expectations. Despite making five starts and showing promise, he has struggled to make a significant impact. Over the past six weeks, Huff managed to record 2.5 sacks, but overall his performance has been underwhelming given the high hopes for his contributions this season.
The timing of Huff’s injury and surgery is unfortunate, as the Eagles’ pass rush was starting to pick up momentum. In recent weeks, other players like former first-round pick Nolan Smith and veteran linebacker Zack Baun have stepped up, providing much-needed pressure on opposing quarterbacks. Both players have delivered timely sacks, helping to keep the Eagles’ defense competitive in Huff’s absence.
While Huff’s injury is a tough blow to the defense, the Eagles are hopeful that he will return at some point this season. Despite his struggles, Huff still has the potential to make an impact, and his return could be crucial in the second half of the season. The team will need to lean on other players for the time being, but they remain optimistic that Huff can contribute again in the future.
So far this season, Huff has posted 2.5 sacks, 10 total tackles, and one forced fumble. While those numbers are solid, they fall short of the expectations set for a player with such a high-profile contract. With Huff sidelined for now, the Eagles will look to continue getting production from Smith, Baun, and other defensive contributors as they prepare for the remainder of the season.
