Overview
- Smith, 33, announced his retirement Monday in an Instagram post, closing an 11-year career with 70.5 sacks and three Pro Bowl selections.
- He signed with Philadelphia on Sept. 5 and appeared in five games with 10 tackles and 1.5 sacks, logging a season-low 17 snaps in Thursday’s loss to the Giants.
- The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reported the choice is for personal reasons and not related to the Eagles.
- Philadelphia’s pass-rush group is stretched with Nolan Smith and Ogbo Okoronkwo on injured reserve and only Jalyx Hunt, Josh Uche, Azeez Ojulari and Patrick Johnson currently available.
- The Eagles have nine sacks through six games, and team officials are expected to consider adding a pass rusher before the Nov. 4 deadline.