The San Francisco 49ers have officially completed the Bryce Huff trade, acquiring the edge rusher from the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a mid-round draft pick. The deal, announced Monday, hinges on a physical but already signals a major defensive shakeup for both teams.
Philadelphia will cover $9.05 million of Huff’s $17 million guaranteed 2024 salary, leaving San Francisco responsible for the remaining $7.95 million, per ESPN’s NFL salary report.
Why the Bryce Huff Trade Matters for San Francisco
With star Nick Bosa demanding double teams, the 49ers desperately needed a proven pass-rushing counterpart. Huff fills that void perfectly. His reunion with Robert Saleh—his 2023 Jets head coach during his career-best 10-sack season—adds familiarity. According to Pro Football Focus, Huff dominated that year with 67 pressures on just 334 pass rushes, showcasing elite efficiency.
The move became urgent after San Francisco cut veteran Leonard Floyd this offseason. Though they drafted Mykel Williams 11th overall, Huff is the only DE besides Bosa with a 5+ sack NFL season. Yetur Gross-Matos (4 sacks in 2023) now shares rotational duties.
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Huff’s Rocky Road to the Bay
Huff’s journey is a testament to resilience. An undrafted free agent out of Memphis in 2020, he tallied 7.5 sacks over three quiet Jets seasons before exploding under Saleh in 2023. That breakout earned him a 3-year, $51.1M deal with Philadelphia—but wrist injuries limited him to 2.5 sacks and 23 pressures in 2024. He was notably a healthy scratch in the Super Bowl, fueling trade rumors.
Eagles’ Edge Rusher Overhaul Continues
Philadelphia’s decision to part with Huff follows an offseason exodus. Brandon Graham retired, while Josh Sweat signed with Arizona. The Eagles now lean on young talents Nolan Smith and Jalyx Hunt, supplemented by free-agent pickups Azeez Ojulari (Giants) and Joshua Uche (Patriots).
What’s Next for Both Teams?
For the 49ers, Huff’s high-pressure potential could unlock Bosa’s dominance. For the Eagles, accumulating draft capital (Eagles’ offseason moves)while rebuilding their edge room aligns with a youth-focused strategy. As training camps near, this Bryce Huff trade reshapes the NFC’s defensive landscape.
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