Former Wisconsin linebacker gets second chance with Philadelphia Eagles
Former Wisconsin linebacker Zack Baun plans to sign a one-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles, according to a report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Baun was a third-round pick of the New Orleans Saints back in 2020, but struggled to carve out a consistent role on the Saints’ defense. The former Badger played primarily on special teams, never playing more than 27% of the team’s snaps on the defensive unit.
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That said, 2023 was the best year for the former Badger. Baun recorded 30 total tackles, four tackles for loss, four quarterback hits, two passes deflected, an interception and a forced fumble all in limited playing time.
The Eagles are giving Baun a second chance to find a consistent role. The team recently saw star defensive lineman Fletcher Cox announce his retirement and are reportedly shopping top edge rushers Hassan Reddick and Josh Sweat.
Saints free-agent LB Zack Baun plans to sign a one-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 11, 2024
Maybe it’s just on special teams, but the Eagles seem to see something in the Wisconsin product. He’ll look to join a long list of former Badgers to find success in Philadelphia, some of those including RB Corey Clement, DL Beau Allen, S Chris Maragos and CB Troy Vincent.
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