The Philadelphia Eagles have made a difficult call, releasing six-time Pro Bowl cornerback Darius Slay. The move, designated as a post-June 1 release, will save the team $4.3 million against the salary cap. However, the decision has left Slay’s future uncertain and sparked an emotional response from those closest to him.
Slay, 35, recently addressed the possibility of his release on the St. Brown Podcast, acknowledging that his time in Philadelphia might be coming to an end. “I might re-sign back, hopefully,” he said. “If I ain’t, I gotta see what we doing because I do want to play one more year, for sure.”
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A tough goodbye for the Eagles and Slay
Despite his age, Slay has remained a high-level performer, recording nine interceptions, two touchdown returns, and 43 pass breakups over the past three seasons. With his release now official, speculation is growing about where the veteran cornerback will land next.
Jennifer Slay reacts with ‘real tears’
While NFL roster decisions are often purely business, the personal impact is undeniable. Following the news, Slay’s wife, Jennifer, took to social media with a raw and simple response: “Real tears.”
Her reaction reflects the deep connection the couple has with Philadelphia, a city that has embraced them over the years. Slay himself has often spoken about his love for both Philadelphia and Detroit, where he spent his first seven seasons in the NFL.
“That’s my second home,” he said of Detroit. “If it is, it is. If it ain’t, it ain’t. For sure, the two spots I would love to always be at are Philly or Detroit.”
What’s next for Slay?
Slay’s departure from the Eagles was primarily a financial decision, as his $13.76 million cap hit for 2025 made him an expensive piece on the roster. Historically, few cornerbacks maintain elite performance into their mid-30s, with only seven players over 33 starting 10 or more games in a season over the past five years.
Whether Slay finds a way back to Philadelphia, returns to Detroit, or lands elsewhere remains to be seen. One thing is certain-the emotions surrounding his departure are as real as the impact he has left on the team and the fans.
