Darius Slay’s seven-year tenure with the Detroit Lions has come to a close. As reported by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Slay has been traded to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a trade package including a third-round and fifth-round draft pick. As part of his deal with the Eagles, Slay’s agent has confirmed that he’s signed a three-year extension worth a total of $50M.
The #Eagles are sending a third- and a fifth-round pick to the #Lions, while Slay lands a large contract. https://t.co/yf5chvssT3
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 19, 2020
As part of his deal with the #Eagles, CB Darius Slay is getting a 3-year, $50M contract extension with $30M guaranteed, per @RosenhausSports. Slay cashes in like he wanted.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 19, 2020
Slay, a three-time Pro Bowler in his time in Detroit, has been vocal about his desire to leave the Lions, escalating his public trade request wishes with the news of Desmond Trufant joining the Lions.
Congrats to my guy!!!! Hope that speeds up my trade process!! https://t.co/ZQHO3NCGuE
— Darius Slay (@_bigplayslay23) March 19, 2020
