Overview
- Smith announced his retirement on Instagram on Monday, six weeks into his 11th NFL season, and the Eagles placed him on the Reserve/Retired list.
- He signed with Philadelphia on Sept. 5 on a one-year, $4.25 million contract with a $2.25 million signing bonus and posted 10 tackles, 1.5 sacks and three QB hits in five games.
- Dianna Russini of The Athletic reported the decision is personal and not related to the Eagles or his role.
- His 11-year career closes with 70.5 sacks, 343 tackles and 10 forced fumbles in 145 games for the Ravens, Packers, Vikings, Browns, Lions and Eagles.
- With only Jalyx Hunt, Joshua Uche, Azeez Ojulari and Patrick Johnson healthy at edge and Nolan Smith on injured reserve, local reporting indicates Philadelphia could seek additions before the Nov. 4 deadline.