Eagles fans are in complete shock after hearing the news that the team is parting ways with veteran cornerback Darius Slay. This decision comes just a month after the Eagles’ Super Bowl victory, making it even more surprising.
While many fans are reacting strongly, no one’s response stood out more than Darius Slay’s wife, Jennifer Slay. Her emotional, tearful reaction quickly became the center of attention.
The news stunned Darius Slay, but he may have understood the team’s decision. However, for his wife, Jennifer Slay, it was much harder to accept.
She turned to social media to share her heartbreak, expressing just how deeply the news affected her. In an emotional post, she revealed her pain with just two simple words: “Real Tears.”
Real tears.
— Jennifer Slay💛✨ (@jennwilliams23) March 3, 2025
Now that he’s no longer with the team, everyone is curious about where he will go next. Darius Slay has talked about possibly returning to the Detroit Lions. He considers it his second home and is open to joining them again.
Why the Eagles cut ties with Darius Slay
The Eagles announced on Monday that they would be releasing Slay with a post-June 1 designation, saving the team $4.3 million against the salary cap for the 2025 season and $17.8 million for 2026.
Eagles are cutting Darius Slay, per @AdamSchefter
— B/R Gridiron (@brgridiron) March 3, 2025
Slay moving on after 5 great seasons with the champs 🏆 pic.twitter.com/TUcYHLwWBe
At 34 years old, Slay is nearing the later years of his career. The Eagles might be focusing on younger, long-term players for their roster. So, even though Slay was with the team in the last five seasons, his age and past injuries may have played a role in the team’s decision.
