The Philadelphia Eagles and Jason Peters have mutually agreed to part ways. Philadelphia released a statement Thursday that announced the Eagles will allow Peters to test the free agent market this month, sending a farewell message to one of the greatest players in franchise history.
"We are appreciative of everything Jason has contributed to the organization over the last 11 seasons in Philadelphia, including building a first-ballot Hall of Fame career and helping us win our first Super Bowl championship. Jason has been an incredible leader and person both on and off the field. We will remain in communication as each side continues to evaluate its options in free agency."
The Eagles did leave the door open for Peters, 38, to return, but are preparing to move on with Andre Dillard as the team's left tackle. Dillard, the team's first-round pick last season, is the heir apparent to Peters as the Eagles traded up in the draft to select him. He started four games for the Eagles and played all 16 in his rookie season as the backup left tackle to Peters, playing some snaps at right tackle as well.
Dez Bryant hasn't played a down of football in either of the last two seasons.
That doesn't stop him from thinking he can be a major contributor as he embarks on a comeback attempt.
"I'm excited, I miss the game. I did get injured, but I'm not even worrying about that," Bryant told BlackSportsOnline. "It was just more so [mental] than anywhere and I got that in check. I'm just ready to go put on a show."
Bryant, 31, spent his first eight seasons with the Dallas Cowboys, making three Pro Bowls. The Cowboys released him in April 2018, and he remained a free agent until signing with the Saints that November, tearing his Achilles just two days after inking the one-year contract.
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