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7 Free Agent running backs the Philadelphia Eagles could target

By Justin Grasso

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 09: LeGarrette Blount #29 of the Detroit Lions runs with the ball in front of Tre Boston #33 of the Arizona Cardinals in the first half during the NFL game at State Farm Stadium on December 09, 2018 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Jennifer Stewart/Getty Images)
GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 09: LeGarrette Blount #29 of the Detroit Lions runs with the ball in front of Tre Boston #33 of the Arizona Cardinals in the first half during the NFL game at State Farm Stadium on December 09, 2018 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Jennifer Stewart/Getty Images) /
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DETROIT, MI – NOVEMBER 18: Running back LeGarrette Blount #29 of the Detroit Lions runs against Thomas Davis #58 of the Carolina Panthers during the first half at Ford Field on November 18, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
DETROIT, MI – NOVEMBER 18: Running back LeGarrette Blount #29 of the Detroit Lions runs against Thomas Davis #58 of the Carolina Panthers during the first half at Ford Field on November 18, 2018 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) /

LeGarrette Blount

Age: 32

Last Team: Detroit Lions

Two years ago while the Eagles were in this similar position of looking for a veteran running back, they elected to go with LeGarrette Blount. Obviously, we all know how that turned out. While Blount wasn’t a three-down back with the Birds, he was very productive in his role.

He was especially productive in the playoffs. I’m not sure if the Eagles are as efficient on offense in the postseason without Blount on the team. Not only was he running great, but his leadership and experience played a big part in the Eagles major success. Blount signed with the Detroit Lions last season, where he wasn’t asked to do much. It’s unfortunate because the Eagles could’ve really used his services once again.

Although it’s not ideal to sign a 32-year-old running back in today’s NFL, I wouldn’t hate the idea of the Eagles bringing Blount back one more year. As long as they prioritize the position in the draft, having another three-headed monster with Blount, Clement, and a potential rookie sounds like a good idea. Plus, Blount could act as a mentor for that young rookie as well. And he will come cheap. Definitely something to consider.

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