Former Washington Football Team defensive end Ryan Kerrigan (91) walks off the field after the Washington Football Team's game against the Carolina Panthers. Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Veteran pass rusher Ryan Kerrigan signs with Eagles

By Erin Walsh | Last updated 5/17/21

Ryan Kerrigan bid farewell to the Washington Football Team via Instagram on Sunday. On Monday, he announced his decision to sign with another NFC East club, the Philadelphia Eagles.

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Kerrigan spent the first 10 years of his career in Washington, making it to four Pro Bowls. In 16 games last season, the 32-year-old recorded 5.5 sacks, one fumble recovery, one pass breakup, 17 tackles, five tackles for a loss and six quarterback hits.

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals also showed interest in the veteran linebacker.

Teams that showed the most interest in Ryan Kerrigan were the Eagles, Steelers and Bengals. But he opted to stay in NFC East. https://t.co/hIopweFdDA
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 17, 2021