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Derek Barnett by the numbers against Cleveland

Former Vol Derek Barnett by the numbers against Cleveland.

Cleveland (10-5) defeated Houston (8-7), 36-22, at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas Sunday during Week 16.

Former Vol Derek Barnett recorded three tackles, two tackles for a loss and one pass deflection for Houston.

Sunday’s contest was Barnett’s fourth with Houston after the Texans claimed him off waivers from Philadelphia.

The former Vol appeared in 72 games for the Eagles from 2017-23. He totaled 150 tackles, 21.5 sacks, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. The Eagles won Super Bowl LII in 2017.

Barnett appeared in 39 games at Tennessee from 2014-16, recording 197 tackles, 52 tackles for a loss, 33 sacks, one interception, seven pass deflections, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.

He set Tennessee’s career sacks record (33), breaking a mark of 32.0 held by Reggie White.

Barnett was selected in the first-round (No. 14 overall) of the 2017 NFL draft by the Eagles.

Houston will next play Sunday versus Tennessee. Kickoff is slated for 1 p.m. EST at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.

Derek Barnett records sack in return to Tennessee

Former Vol Derek Barnett records sack in return to Tennessee.

Houston (8-6) defeated Tennessee (5-9), 19-16 in overtime, Sunday at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee during Week 15.

Former Vol Derek Barnett recorded four tackles, two tackles for a loss and one sack for Houston.

Sunday’s contest was Barnett’s third with Houston after the Texans claimed him off waivers from Philadelphia.

The former Vol appeared in 72 games for the Eagles from 2017-23. He totaled 150 tackles, 21.5 sacks, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. The Eagles won Super Bowl LII in 2017.

Barnett appeared in 39 games at Tennessee from 2014-16, recording 197 tackles, 52 tackles for a loss, 33 sacks, one interception, seven pass deflections, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.

He set Tennessee’s career sacks record (33), breaking a mark of 32.0 held by Reggie White.

Barnett was selected in the first-round (No. 14 overall) of the 2017 NFL draft by the Eagles.

Houston will next play Sunday versus Cleveland. Kickoff is slated for 1 p.m. EST at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.

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Derek Barnett by the numbers at New York

Former Vol Derek Barnett by the numbers at New York.

New York (5-8) defeated Houston (7-6), 30-6, Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey during Week 14.

Former Vol Derek Barnett recorded two tackles for Houston against the Jets.

Sunday’s contest was Barnett’s second with Houston after the Texans claimed him off waivers from Philadelphia.

The former Vol appeared in 72 games for the Eagles from 2017-23. He totaled 150 tackles, 21.5 sacks, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. The Eagles won Super Bowl LII in 2017.

Barnett appeared in 39 games at Tennessee from 2014-16, recording 197 tackles, 52 tackles for a loss, 33 sacks, one interception, seven pass deflections, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.

He set Tennessee’s all-time career sacks record (33), breaking a mark of 32.0 held by Reggie White.

Barnett was selected in the first round (No. 14 overall) of the 2017 NFL draft by the Eagles.

Houston will next play Sunday at Tennessee. Kickoff is slated for 1 p.m. EST at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee.

Eagles vs. Cowboys final injury report: Dallas Goedert returning to lineup for Week 14

The Philadelphia Eagles released their final injury report for Week 14 and Dallas Goedert will return to the lineup against Dallas Cowboys

The Eagles released their final injury report for Sunday night’s massive showdown against the Cowboys, and no player has an injury designation.

Julio Jones was a limited participant in the teams final practice, but he’s expected to play, while Dallas Goedert will return to the lineup.

Linebacker Zach Cunningham (hamstring) was a full participant on Friday after being limited earlier in the week. Cunningham missed last week’s game after exiting the win over the Buffalo Bills in Week 12.

NFL Week 14 picks: Who the experts are taking in Eagles vs. Cowboys

With kickoff fast approaching, we’re looking at who the NFL experts are picking in the Week 14 matchup between the Eagles and Cowboys

The Eagles (10-2) and Cowboys (9-3) are set for a Sunday night meeting that’ll likely decide the NFC East and significantly impact the NFC playoff race.

Philadelphia has won 2 of its last three games vs. Dallas, including a 28-23 home victory in Week 9. The Eagles, who will face the Cowboys twice within a 5-game span for the first time since 2018, are searching for their first regular-season sweep against their rivals since 2011.

Philadelphia owns the best road winning percentage (.783, 18-5) in the league since 2021. The Eagles fare well on the road, logging a 14-2 record (.875) in their last 16 away games, including a 5-1 mark (.833) this year.

With kickoff fast approaching, we’re looking at who the NFL experts pick in the Week 14 matchup.

Eagles announce 5 roster moves ahead of Week 14 matchup vs. Cowboys

Eagles officially sign Shaquille Leonard, waive LB Christian Elliss among five roster moves

The Eagles announced five roster moves on Wednesday, officially adding Shaq Leonard to the organization and releasing Christian Elliss from the active roster.

The team also added Greg Ward to the practice squad while releasing wide receiver Cam Ward.

Leonard joins a linebacker corps decimated by injuries: Nakobe Dean is on Injured Reserve with a foot injury, and Zach Cunningham missed Sunday’s game against the 49ers because of a hamstring injury.

NFC Playoff Picture: Eagles still control their own destiny after blowout loss

We’re looking at the NFC Playoff picture entering Week 14 and the Philadelphia Eagles control their own destiny

The Eagles spent the early part of the season stacking wins, and even after a 42-19 loss to the 49ers last Sunday, Nick Sirianni’s team still has created a clinching scenario for Week 14.

All Philadelphia needs to do is snap the Dallas Cowboys’ 14-game home winning streak in a Sunday night showdown.

We’re looking at an updated NFC playoff picture with Thursday Night Football fast approaching.

Derek Barnett claimed off waivers

Former Vol Derek Barnett claimed off waivers.

Former Tennessee defensive lineman Derek Barnett was claimed off waivers by Houston on Tuesday.

He was waived by Philadelphia.

The former Vol appeared in 72 games for the Eagles from 2017-23. He totaled 150 tackles, 21.5 sacks, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. The Eagles won Super Bowl LII in 2017.

Barnett appeared in 39 games at Tennessee from 2104-16, recording 197 tackles, 52 tackles for loss, 33 sacks, one interception, seven pass deflections, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.

He set Tennessee’s all-time career sacks record (33), breaking the mark of 32.0 held Reggie White.

Barnett was selected in the first round (No. 14 overall) of the 2017 NFL draft by the Eagles.

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Texans claim former Eagles DE Derek Barnett off waivers

The Texans added former first-round pick, Derek Barnett, by claiming him off waivers from the Eagles

The Houston Texans took advantage of the Philadelphia Eagles’ riches on Monday and claimed defensive end Derek Barnett off waivers.

Barnett, the former 2017 first-round pick from Tennessee, played seven seasons with the Eagles and had accrued 21.5 sacks over 73 games. He hadn’t started a game for Philadelphia since the 2021 season and had somewhat fallen out of favor in a stacked defensive line group.

Reportedly, Houston even attempted to trade for Barnett prior to the trade deadline. The team desperately needs depth at the defensive end positions after young edge rushers Will Anderson and Jonathan Greenard. The duo has combined for 44 and 41 pressures and 10 total sacks but behind them, options are quite scarce after veteran Jerry Hughes (24 pressures, 1 sack)

Barnett has played only 46 pass rushing snaps this season for Philadelphia. He’ll have the opportunity to grow that number exponentially in Houston, especially as rookie Dylan Horton remains out with injury.

Head coach DeMeco Ryans’ defense was able to generate only seven pressures and no sacks against the rival Jacksonville Jaguars and quarterback Trevor Lawrence on Sunday. Houston will need contributions from players like Barnett if they want to threaten with legitimate AFC powers moving forward and take the leap from 6-5 to the wild-card round.

Studs and duds from Eagles 37-34 win over the Bills in Week 12

We’re looking at the studs and duds from the Philadelphia Eagles 37-34 win over the Buffalo Bills in Week 12

Elliott tied the game with 20 seconds remaining. After the Bills went ahead with a field goal on the first possession of overtime, Hurts put the game away with a walk-off 12-yard score that made the Eagles the only 10-1 team in the NFL.

Philadelphia overcame a 17-7 first-half deficit for the second straight game and benefited from another blown deep passing attempt, this time with Josh Allen and wide receiver Gabriel Davis getting mixed up late on a drive.

With a Week 13 showdown against San Francisco looming, here are the studs and duds from Sunday’s emotional win.