In a move that was widely reported, the Philadelphia Eagles announced the release of offensive lineman Todd Herremans on Friday.
He helped protect Donovan McNabb, Mike Vick, and Nick Foles. He provided a consistent presence on the offensive line when the line was ravaged by injury. But the 32-year old veteran, who spent ten years on the Eagles, will no longer form the core of Philadelphia’s o-line.
In a statement, Chip Kelly said,
“Todd has been the ultimate professional during my two years in Philadelphia with him. He is a tough player and I wish him all of the best as he moves forward in his NFL career. I spoke to him earlier today and one of the things I told him was that by releasing him now, he will have a full opportunity to explore all of his options around the league.”
The move points to the business of the NFL – by cutting Herremans, the Eagles save $2.8 million in cap space. He had two years remaining on a five-year, $18 million extension he signed in March of 2012.
Herremans was a fourth-round pick for Philadelphia in 2005. He has played in 127 games with the Eagles, starting 124 at guard and tackle. Herremans and linebacker Trent Cole were the longest-tenured Eagles players.
It’s been a long time since we have seen a Herremans-less Eagles. He will be missed.
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