It isn’t the most desperate of circumstances, but it isn’t the perfect scenario as we approach the 2020 NFL Draft either. Just think about the Philadelphia Eagles situation at defensive end in 2018.
Brandon Graham underwent ankle surgery in May but wound up with 39 total tackles, four sacks, and a forced fumble. Michael Bennett was in the fold and wreaking havoc, as was Chris Long. Much was expected of Derek Barnett as he entered Year 2, and despite the fact that his season was shortened because of injuries, everyone was happy with what Philly had at defensive end.