Darius Slay Retires as Eagles Legend

0:00For the NFL, it's March 20th, and here's what's going on. Darius Slay, the veteran cornerback, has announced his retirement from the NFL after a 13-season career. Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the second round, 36th overall, out of Mississippi State, back in 2013, he built a strong. Legacy, especially with the Philadelphia Eagles, where he wants to be remembered as an all-time great. Earlier this year, the Eagles released him with a post-June first designation to save $4 million in cap space. He bounced around briefly, getting way by Pittsburgh, and then claimed by Buffalo, but Slay made it clear in a viral video that he would not chase, offers from other teams. Fans and insiders have mixed feelings, with many praising his impact on Philadelphia's defense during one of the franchise's top eras at the position. Slay himself told reporters he is 99% sure about hanging it up as an eagle, aiming to end on a high note as a winner. In his final 2024 season, he started 14 games, racked up 49 tackles with 39 solo stops, and led the.

1:06Leagues number one past defense, with 13 passes defended. His third straight year hitting that mark. He even grabbed his first career playoff pick in the Eagles wildcard win over Green Bay. Slay earned 6 pro bull nods from 2018 to 2024, plus first team all pro honors in 2017, cementing his place among elite corners as he steps away from the game.