Ross Tucker's Reality Check on Eagles' Za'Darius Smith Void
Ross Tucker urges the Philadelphia Eagles to look inward for a solution to their edge rush woes, suggesting a rookie linebacker as a potential fix.
The Eagles' defense just hit an unexpected pothole on the road to contention after veteran edge rusher Za'Darius Smith retired after just five games.
Ross Tucker delivered a blunt assessment on the WIP Midday Show, immediately dismissing dreams of a superstar savior arriving via trade.
The remaining cast of Jalyx Hunt, Josh Uche, Azeez Ojulari, and Patrick Johnson has combined for a paltry eight quarterback hits and one solitary sack all season.
Author's summary: Ross Tucker suggests Eagles look inward for edge rush fix.