The Philadelphia Eagles have the cap space to make some big moves in free agency, but targeting an impact defensive tackle doesn’t necessarily have to be on the agenda thanks to Malik Jackson.
Jackson missed all of the 2019 NFL season after he suffered a foot injury against the Washington Redskins and was forced to have surgery. Howie Roseman signed Jackson to a three-year deal in hopes of pairing the talented defensive tackle with Fletcher Cox.
Now with Jackson nearing full health, the Eagles star told the team’s official website that he’s “super motivated” to return to form.
“The first two weeks were the hardest, but then you kind of take a breath and understand that it’s OK, it happens, and I can come back from it. It’s not career-ending. It’s OK,” Jackson said.
Before the freak injury in the Eagles season opener, Jackson went eight years without missing a game.
Prior to the 2019 season, Jackson played in every game dating back to 2012, his rookie season. Even then, he only missed two games.
Jackson went on to say that he loves the city and if he can return to form and pair with Fletcher Cox, the Eagles will once again have the potential to wreak havoc on opposing offenses up the middle.