The Philadelphia Eagles announced they had signed Jason Peters to a one-year deal and he’s expected to start at right guard.
Jason Peters. (Getty)
In one of the most expected moves in NFL history, the Eagles signed Jason Peters to a one-year deal. The contract is for $3 million, with incentives that could push it to $6 million.
The nine-time Pro Bowl left tackle was widely rumored to return in 2020, especially after Brandon Brooks was lost for the year with a torn Achilles tendon. There’s the rub, too. Derrick Gunn of NBC Sports Philadelphia reported that Peters will be switching positions over to right guard where he’ll play alongside Lane Johnson. The Eagles’ starting right tackle welcomed his “friend and mentor” on social media.
Welcome back. ???? #TheBodyGuard#FlyEaglesFlypic.twitter.com/6iQJtOVv0x
Lane Johnson (@LaneJohnson65) July 14, 2020
With Peters back in the fold, the Eagles will trot out a formidable starting offensive line consisting of Andre Dillard (left tackle), Isaac Seumalo (left guard), Jason Kelce (center), Jason Peters (right guard) and Lane Johnson (right tackle). They shouldn’t skip a beat as the best in the league. Matt Pryor had been garnering a good amount of hype in recent weeks to take over for Brooks at right guard. Philadelphia obviously wanted to hedge their bets, in the form of a future Hall of Fame insurance policy. It’s hard to knock the move.
Roster Move: #Eagles have agreed to terms with G Jason Peters on a one-year contract. pic.twitter.com/3VeUcCzOpx
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) July 14, 2020
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The Eagles stoked the flames of a Peters’ reunion back in February at the NFL Scouting Combine.
