Speaking of giving defensive linemen a big contract after one good year in a contract year, the Eagles gave Babin 28 million over 5 after 12.5 sacks in his contract year last year. Before last year, Babin had 17.5 sacks in 6 seasons. On top of that, he’s 31. So why don’t I hate this? Babin only got 6 million in guarantees. It’s a gamble that Babin can continue what he did last year, but it was a cheap gamble and Babin rejoins Jim Washburn, who he worked with last year in Tennessee. Washburn is Philly’s defensive coordinator. Defensive end wasn’t a huge need for the Eagles, but they don’t have a ton of needs (after getting DRC in the Kolb deal) and you can never have enough pass rushers.

Grade: B