Whats with Westbrook?
Obviously all the talk has been about the quarterback situation in Philadelphia. However, people are overlooking that one of the Eagles most versatile players in franchise history may not be returning next season. Brian Westbrook is under contract with the Eagles and is due over seven million dollars. How will the Eagles handle the situation? Westbrook played in only seven games last season. If he were to do that this year, he’d be making over a mill a game, quite the compensation. That won’t happen.
If Westbrook returns to Philadelphia, he will be taking a pay cut. A hefty pay cut. His new contract will have numerous stipulations including pay bonuses for playing in a certain amount of games and staying healthy. So, yes maybe he will have the opportunity to earn his seven million dollars, but it won’t come by just wearing a jersey. I have a feeling every team in the league will have some type of stipulation in the contract they work out with Brian if it gets to that point.
All of this is assuming Westbrook will even be playing next season. His career has been injury stricken, and it is a shame because he is so talented. From his knees, to his ankles, to his head, Westbrook has been through it all. Last season his two concussions ruined his season and many think his career. As of now, Brian says hes playing. He made a comment that stated he wants to get out on the field next season and hes preparing to do that. Also note that he said he doesn’t want to play for any team but the Eagles, but if that can’t happen theres nothing he can do about it and he understands that.
