A.J. Epenesa signs with Philadelphia Eagles after previous deal voided
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
A.J. Epenesa has signed with the Philadelphia Eagles, moving from the Buffalo Bills. Epenesa spent six seasons with Buffalo, recording 24 sacks and various turnovers over 91 games. He originally agreed to a contract with the Cleveland Browns, but a failed physical voided that agreement. With the Eagles, Epenesa may compete for a depth role behind established edge rushers Nolan Smith and Jonathan Greenard.
- •Epenesa played six seasons with the Buffalo Bills.
- •He recorded 24 sacks, five forced fumbles, and four interceptions with Buffalo.
- •The Eagles run a 3-4 defense, potentially placing Epenesa in a backup role.
- •Epenesa previously agreed to a contract with the Browns that was nullified.
- •He joins fellow Iowa alum Cooper DeJean on the Eagles' roster.
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Former Iowa football DE A.J. Epenesa finds new NFL home
"Former Iowa football star A.J. Epenesa has found his next NFL home, signing with an NFC powerhouse.
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