As this offseason comes to a close, let’s take a look back at some of the worst moves of the 2018 offseason. The NFC East had a lot of offseason action in 2018, and it is certainly *ahem* interesting to look back at. These moves are the most regrettable that each NFC East team made.
Giants- Signing Nate Solder
The Giants gave the left-tackle a record 4-year $62 million contract in free-agency. The Giants knew they need O-line help, so they signed the best tackle available. Or so they thought. Nate Solder took a big step-back from his days protecting Tom Brady. $62 million was way too much for the 21st-best Tackle in 2018 according to Pro Football Focus.
Redskins- Passing on Derwin James
I would say something about Alex Smith or Derrius Guice here, but I don’t think injuries are really a “regret”. Instead I’ll talk about how the Skins passed on a DROY candidate for Da’ron Payne, who has had so-so production this season. James could have filled a major role for the Redskins. The Redskins released starting safety DJ Swearinger midseason and ended-up trading for Ha-Ha Clinton Dix.
Eagles- Not Setting Themselves Up for Success in 2019
The Eagles are projected to have the least cap space, -$16 million, heading into 2019. Although making the playoffs this year, they have a plethora of holes to fill if they want to go back. In 2018, the team’s cap-space was poorly managed by GM Howie Roseman. This shortsightedness will cost the Eagles as they have few resources with which to patch their many holes.
Cowboys- Lack of WR Investment
The Cowboys midseason acquisition of Amari Cooper proved quite fruitful for a team dying for a quality ball-catcher. But why were they in that situation? They knew receiver was a need going into the 2018 offseason, but they failed to properly address it. They let Dez Bryant leave. They whiffed on WRs twice in the draft. They picked-up Allen Hurns, but he never truly contributed. A great offseason for Dallas, but they definitely failed to address one of their biggest needs.
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