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Newsweek
2 days ago
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2-Time Super Bowl Champ Delivered Truth On 49ers' Trade Addition
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Out West, Bryce Huff is going to get a fresh start in the NFL for the second season in a row. The veteran pass rusher has to be hopeful that this one doesn't spoil as quickly as his last. The Philadelphia Eagles added Huff last year as one of their most notable acquisitions. At the time, Hurff was coming off of a four-year run on the New York Jets. During the 2023 NFL season, Huff appeared in 17 games. He combined 29 tackles, and generated a career-high 10 sacks. In the three seasons before Huff's big campaign, he totaled 7.5 sacks. The Eagles were hopeful the 27-year-old would be a major presence for their defensive front for several seasons. They made a big investment in the young veteran, by putting $51 million on the table for the next three seasons. In the end, Huff would last just one year in Philadelphia. What went wrong for the defensive end in the eyes of a Philadelphia legend? Brandon Graham suggested that difference between the schemes in New York and Philadelphia played a major part in Huff's struggles. "It was just that defense, man," Graham said on the Ross Tucker Podcast. "I know what it's like playing in that 4-3, wide-nine, go get it. Every play, it's always stop the run on the way to the quarterback. That's the slogan in that type of defense. I feel like it's all scheme." Bryce Huff #0 of the Philadelphia Eagles rushes the passer against Terence Steele #78 of the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field on December 29, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Bryce Huff #0 of the Philadelphia Eagles rushes the passer against Terence Steele #78 of the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field on December 29, 2024 in Philadelphia, not a knock from Graham to Huff. The system is important to any player, whether they are on offense or defense. "I've seen different guys flourish in different systems, and then you see him get in another system, it's different, and what they asked of this year, it just wasn't a great marriage, I would say," Graham added. The Eagles' defense thrived under the veteran defensive coordinator, Vic Fangio. They especially showed out in the Super Bowl, where they bothered Patrick Mahomes to the point where the Chiefs couldn't get anything going on offense until the Eagles eased up late in the game. Unfortunately for Huff, he wasn't really a part of that on the field. In 2024, Huff appeared in 12 games for the Eagles. He finished the year with 13 tackles and 2.5 sacks. The veteran forced one fumble. As the Eagles went on their impressive Super Bowl run, Huff appeared in just two games. He didn't register a single statstic in the postseason. This year, Huff will look to bounce back on the San Francisco 49ers after getting traded. Recency bias doesn't trust his ability to have an impact out West, but Brandon Graham assures NFL fans that Huff can still be very productive in the right system. "I know Huff can rush. I see him doing all that, but sometimes it's just different with the type of scheme and what people ask of you and they want you to be able to do," Graham finished. "...I just know that Huff's a baller, man. And hopefully, for him, I want it to be a win for the team." For more Philadelphia Eagles and NFL news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
15-06-2025
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The San Francisco 49ers are one of the teams that Bryce Huff wanted to be traded to.
The San Francisco 49ers are one of the teams that Bryce Huff wanted to be traded to. originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Philadelphia Eagles defensive star Bryce Huff had a lot of trade buzz surrounding him this offseason. Advertisement Then the San Francisco 49ers pulled the trigger and traded a 2026 mid-round pick to the reigning Super Bowl champions in exchange for Huff at the end of May. And he sounds very glad that they did. In a recent press conference, the 27-year-old edge rusher gave a bit of an insight into his thoughts earlier this offseason, and he showed his appreciation to the Niners making the move to acquire him. "I had a few places in mind that I definitely wanted to get traded to,' Huff said. "All I was doing is just working out, staying in my routine. Thankfully, it was to San Francisco." Huff did not work out that well in his one season with the Eagles, but his time with the New York Jets shows that he can absolutely still get the job done as an attacker of NFL QBs. Advertisement In the 2023 season, Huff racked up 10 sacks, 21 quarterback hits, and 29 total tackles. He has had some troubles with injuries as of late, so he and the Niners will be hoping that he can stay on the field and make his impact felt. San Francisco is coming off of a season during which the club finished with a very disappointing 6-11 record, so Huff and the rest of the team's defense will be looking to rebound and help lead the team back to the NFC playoffs. Related: 49ers Coach Robert Saleh Praises Rookie Class 'Cool Group' Related: 49ers and Commanders Could Make Another WR Trade This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 13, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Why Eagles gave up on Bryce Huff after 1 disappointing season, trading him to 49ers
PHILADELPHIA − The customary caveat applies to these organized team activities for the Eagles and every other NFL team: They are voluntary. But absences mean different things for different players. For example, when the Eagles held a workout open to the media on May 28, right tackle Lane Johnson, wide receiver DeVonta Smith, left guard Landon Dickerson and safety Reed Blankenship were not present. Advertisement No big deal. They are veteran starters coming off a long season, with little to prove. Dickerson had knee surgery, so he's rehabbing. Other players were present but didn't participate in team drills, like wide receiver A.J. Brown, center Cam Jurgens (back surgery) and running back Saquon Barkley. Again, no big deal. DEJEAN'S DREAM: What's missing for Eagles, Cooper DeJean at OTAs − and in life. Why Dallas Goedert returned EAGLES OTAs: 5 biggest battles for starting jobs, key roles begin at these positions Then there was edge rusher Bryce Huff, who was not at practice, and reportedly hasn't taken part in any of the spring workouts that began in April. Remember, players can be fined only for missing the mandatory minicamp. For the Eagles, that's on June 10. Advertisement It was likely, then, that Huff's absences were mutually agreed to, signifying that the Eagles have given up on him and that they are trying to trade him. And a source confirmed an ESPN report on May 30 that the Eagles are about to do just that. Huff will be sent to the San Francisco 49ers in return for a mid-round draft pick. The deal won't be official until after June 1 for salary cap purposes (more on that later). Huff, who signed a three-year deal worth as much as $51.1 million in March 2024, had just 2.5 sacks in 12 games last season. He was benched for the Super Bowl. Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio, who makes the decisions on defense, has not met with the media since before the Super Bowl. He is expected to talk when the Eagles have an open OTA practice the week of June 2. Advertisement But it is clear that Fangio isn't a fan of Huff's. Huff had played sparingly, if at all, after returning from wrist surgery in late December, when he missed five games. The only time he played a lot was in the season finale, when the Eagles rested their starters after being locked into their playoff position. Still, Brandon Graham retired and fellow edge rusher Josh Sweat left in free agency to sign a four-year deal worth as much as $76.1 million with the Arizona Cardinals. Ideally, the spring practices would serve as a great opportunity for Huff to live up to the prediction of Eagles GM Howie Roseman before the Super Bowl: Eagles defensive end Bryce Huff takes part in drills as the Philadelphia Eagles work out in preparation for the Super Bowl at the NovaCare Complex in Philadelphia on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025. "I think the story is yet to be written on Bryce," Roseman said then. "I've seen (the ability). It's a little different for me in free agency with those kind of signings than it is maybe with draft picks in terms of, you've seen them go against guys in the NFL and do things well. And I believe in the player." Advertisement Until he didn't, which became evident in March. The Eagles replaced Graham and Sweat by signing veteran free agents Azeez Ojulari and Joshua Uche to one-year contracts. They also have Nolan Smith, entering his third season, and Jalyx Hunt, entering his second. And they drafted Jihaad Campbell in the first round, although he can play both edge rusher and linebacker, and Antwaun Powell-Ryland in the sixth. Smith and Hunt appear to be mainstays. Hunt was the Eagles' third-round pick in 2024, and after playing little early in the season, he assumed a bigger role after Graham (torn pectoral muscle) and Huff (wrist) suffered their injuries in November. Advertisement "I'm way more comfortable," said Hunt, who finished with 1.5 sacks in the regular season and 1.5 in the playoffs. "Last year, it was all coming at you fast. You kind of just try to keep your head (down), play your rules. I feel as if I understand the game a lot more. I can play the game within the player that I am. I can play with a personality out there instead of being so cookie-cutter. I'm excited about that." That left Huff on the outside looking in. Here, then, were the Eagles' options with Huff: 1. Cut Bryce Huff The Eagles could have released Huff, but they would take a massive $21.4 million dead-money hit if they did. Advertisement They can't use the post-June 1 designation to save money on the cap because they already committed their two allotted designations to Darius Slay and James Bradberry. 2. Trade Bryce Huff By waiting until after June 1 to trade Huff, the Eagles will save money on the cap. The Eagles would take a $3 million cap hit in each of the next four seasons by trading Huff, according to But they would save $4.4 million on the salary cap this season, a savings that would increase dramatically in each of the next two seasons. ESPN reported that the Eagles are on the hook for $9.1 million of Huff's guaranteed $16.8 million this season, with the 49ers picking up the remaining $7.7 million. Advertisement And the 49ers could be a good fit. Huff is still 27 years old and had 10 sacks in 2023 with the Jets. Robert Saleh was the Jets' head coach in 2023, and he is now the 49ers defensive coordinator. So not having Huff at spring workouts/practices was a way to make sure he would be healthy for a trade. Celebrate the Eagles' Super Bowl win with our new book 3. Keep Bryce Huff for depth, and hope for the best The NFL season is a marathon, and injuries happen. So it's possible that the Eagles could have kept Huff on the roster. But that was becoming increasingly unlikely. Consider that when Graham and Huff were injured in the second half of last season, the Eagles went with a three-man rotation at edge rusher. And that remained the case even after Huff returned. Advertisement This season, the Eagles are even deeper with Smith, Hunt, Ojulari, Uche, Campbell and Powell-Ryland. Campbell, it should be noted, is recovering from shoulder surgery in March. But he should be ready to play at some point this season. All of which appears to signal Huff's exit. Contact Martin Frank at mfrank@ Follow on X @Mfranknfl. Read his coverage of the Eagles' championship season in 'Flying High,' a new hardcover coffee-table book from Delaware Online/The News Journal. Details at This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: Why Eagles gave up on Bryce Huff after, trading him after 1 bad season
Yahoo
11-06-2025
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Bryce Huff thankful he landed with 49ers
Edge rusher Bryce Huff is happy to be back with 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh. Huff had 10 sacks playing for Saleh in 2023 when Saleh was the head coach of the Jets and turned that into a three-year deal with the Eagles as a free agent. Huff was not able to replicate that success in Vic Fangio's defense and he dealt with an injury before being inactive for the team's Super Bowl win. Advertisement After a mutual agreement to have Huff stay away from the offseason program as both sides looked for a trade, the Eagles dealt Huff to the 49ers last month. On Wednesday, Huff said he had his eyes on a reunion throughout the process. 'I had a few places in mind that I definitely wanted to get traded to," Huff said, via 95.7 The Game. "All I was doing is just working out, staying in my routine. Thankfully, it was to San Francisco.' Saleh said, via that Huff brings "speed off the edge" to the defense and that opposing coaches have to "account for his presence on the field" while discussing why the team made the move for Huff. Those traits served Huff and Saleh well in their first run together and the coming months will show if the second time will be the charm as well.
NBC Sports
11-06-2025
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- NBC Sports
Bryce Huff thankful he landed with 49ers
Edge rusher Bryce Huff is happy to be back with 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh. Huff had 10 sacks playing for Saleh in 2023 when Saleh was the head coach of the Jets and turned that into a three-year deal with the Eagles as a free agent. Huff was not able to replicate that success in Vic Fangio's defense and he dealt with an injury before being inactive for the team's Super Bowl win. After a mutual agreement to have Huff stay away from the offseason program as both sides looked for a trade, the Eagles dealt Huff to the 49ers last month. On Wednesday, Huff said he had his eyes on a reunion throughout the process. 'I had a few places in mind that I definitely wanted to get traded to,' Huff said, via 95.7 The Game. 'All I was doing is just working out, staying in my routine. Thankfully, it was to San Francisco.' Saleh said, via that Huff brings 'speed off the edge' to the defense and that opposing coaches have to 'account for his presence on the field' while discussing why the team made the move for Huff. Those traits served Huff and Saleh well in their first run together and the coming months will show if the second time will be the charm as well.
