The Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys are still vying for the signing of free agent Shaq Leonard. The three-time All-Pro is reportedly leaving Dallas without a contract, according to Cowboys rumors. The Eagles are now anticipating Leonard’s visit on Wednesday, November 29, 2023.
Looks like Leonard has revealed more information about his decision-making timeline as well as his impending trip to Philadelphia. NFL insider Jordan Schultz of Bleacher Report says Leonard is anticipated to make a decision this coming weekend.
“Philly is keen to get Shaq Leonard inside the building in the hopes of signing him for its postseason run, but he has several suitors.”
Eagles supporters should feel more optimistic about their chances of hosting the Cowboys in the final game, while Cowboys fans will undoubtedly interpret this as a bad sign. In the event that Leonard does not sign with Philadelphia right away, there’s also a chance he visits other teams. Although Leonard’s visit with Dallas “went well,” according to Dianna Russini of The Athletic, the Eagles rumors are still rife.
On November 28, Russini provided specifics, saying, “LB Shaq Leonard, whose visit with Dallas went ‘well,’ left without a deal.” He’s going to Philadelphia. I was informed by a source that he will decide over the weekend.”
Rumors about the Cowboys: Shaq Leonard might be attempting to use the Eagles to get the best deal.
For those who are hoping for a bright spot in the news, Dallas has more cap space than Philadelphia. According to Spotrac, Dallas has $10.8 million in cap space left, while Philadelphia has $1.7 million.
Nevertheless, there’s a good chance general manager Howie Roseman will find a way to make Leonard’s desire to sign with the Eagles come true. It would be best for Leonard to visit both teams (and maybe others) in order to secure the best possible deal.
This is the strategy, as I just explained. Dallas isn’t “allowing” anything,” Josina Anderson of CBS Sports observed on November 28. Shaq Leonard made the choice. It makes sense from a business perspective to take advantage of his market and the NFC East free agency battle.
The Cowboys of Dallas Are Still Trying to Sign Shaq Leonard
The Cowboys are still very much in the running to sign Leonard, the NFL insider continued. The fact that Leonard did not sign a contract while in Dallas is not a bad indicator. Additionally, Anderson alluded to the fact that the Cowboys did not seem to be concerned about Leonard’s medical evaluation.
Anderson remarked, “As for Leonard’s visit with the Cowboys, from what I understand, they feel he can contribute.” “There’s no need to infer anything from Leonard’s delayed signing. Right now, Leonard has time to decide, but if he chooses Dallas, it is currently anticipated that he won’t play this weekend.”
Eagles Rumors: Shaq Leonard May See Other Teams Aside From Dallas & Philadelphia
If Leonard visits teams other than the Eagles and Cowboys, don’t be shocked. According to NFL Network’s Jane Slater, Leonard intends to meet with “a couple other teams.”
On November 28, Slater tweeted, “LB Shaq Leonard has left the Star in Frisco.” “He’s going to visit a couple other teams before making a decision,” an insider said.
The Eagles and Cowboys rumors are going to keep swirling until Leonard reveals his decision. Leonard has connections with former teammates and coaches on both teams.