Eagles player admits contract worries hurt his play — now Cowboys game could change his future
Underrated Eagles defender could make a name for himself against the Cowboys.
Philadelphia Eagles rush defender Arnold Ebiketie admitted last week that his contract situation has impacted his performance. The 27-year-old is currently playing on a one-year, $4.3 million deal as the team's fourth pass rusher, which leaves him feeling more relaxed and free of stress. Ebiketie recently pointed out that his contract worries last season distracted him and caused him to miss opportunities.
He now believes that worrying about things he couldn't control last year hurt his performance. However, Ebiketie is optimistic about his future, especially after the Eagles signed him this offseason to improve his trade value. He now sees his future in the spotlight, which could bring bigger offers if he continues to excel. Despite playing in a rotation role, Ebiketie has pushed to improve his run defense and become more efficient with his snaps.
He believes it's about making the most of the opportunities he's given rather than complaining about his limited playing time.
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