possible return to Detroit, the place where his NFL career started. The 35-year-old Pro Bowler, coming off Philadelphia’s impressive 40-22 Super Bowl LIX win against Kansas City, talked about his future as he approaches the last year of his three-year, $42 million deal.
“I have just one more [year remaining on the contract],” Slay told hosts Amon-Ra and Equanimeous St. Brown. “However, you understand how that operates.” Thus, anything they wish to pursue. I may re-sign again, hopefully.
If I’m not, I need to find out what our plans are because I definitely want to play another year, no doubt.
As the topic shifted to Detroit, where Slay played his initial seven NFL seasons, the veteran cornerback’s fondness for his previous city was clear.
“Oh, I’m fond of Detroit.” That’s like my second home. “I still contribute significantly to the city,” Slay remarked, emphasizing his ongoing involvement with the community via training camps and youth initiatives.
Lions standout receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, recognizing an opportunity, inquired about a possible reunion.
Although Slay emphasized that his main goal is to return to Philadelphia, he didn’t rule out a possible return to Detroit. “If that’s the case, then it is.” “If it isn’t, it isn’t,” he declared.
“Definitely, the two places I would always want to be are Philadelphia or Detroit.” “The primary two, the primary ones I’d really like to attend.” The timing is fascinating for both squads.
The Eagles will kick off the 2025 season at Lincoln Financial Field as the reigning Super Bowl champions, while the Lions aim to recover after a hopeful season was stalled by defensive injuries in their playoff defeat to the Washington Commanders.
Detroit, despite losing offensive coordinator Ben Johnson to the Bears, still features a strong offense with Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Amon-Ra St. Brown.