21 Ronald Darby CB

Darby (knee) expressed optimism regarding his chances of being ready for Week 1 of the 2019 season, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Darby tore his ACL on Nov. 11, so a return in Week 1 would be relatively quick. He recently re-signed with the Eagles on a one-year contract. While he was the team's top cornerback prior to the injury, it may take him some time to fully get back to his old self. More clarity on his role entering the season will come once training camp kicks off.

Darby (knee) is signing a one-year contract to stay with the Eagles, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Darby was the top cornerback in Philadelphia prior to suffering a torn ACL on Nov. 11. The team subsequently had a number of players emerge as viable options at the position, but none compares to Darby in terms of proven track record as a solid starter. The depth should allow him to approach his rehab in a conservative manner, potentially opening 2019 on the PUP list. Darby will have no problem finding a lucrative multi-year contract next offseason if he looks like his old self once he's healthy.

Darby (knee) is expected to test free agency in March, NJ.com's Mike Kay reports.

Darby is no lock to be ready for Week 1 after suffering a torn ACL on Nov. 11, but he nonetheless profiles as one of the top cornerbacks in a weak free-agent class, having celebrated his 25th birthday in January. He'll likely find a new home on the open market, as Philadelphia has solid cornerback depth with Jalen Mills, Rasul Douglas, Avonte Maddox, Cre'Von LeBlanc and Sidney Jones all under contract for at least one more season. It would come as a surprise if Darby had serious contract discussions with the Eagles prior to free agency.

Darby (knee) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.

Darby suffered a torn ACL during Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Cowboys. The Florida State product entered 2018 on the final year of his rookie contract, and will either re-sign with the Eagles or test free agency in March. In a corresponding move, the Eagles activated fellow cornerback De'Vante Bausby from the practice squad to the active roster.

Darby (knee) suffered a torn ACL during Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Cowboys, Zack Rosenblatt of NJ.com reports.

Darby hasn't exactly been a picture of consistency, but this is still a big loss for a struggling Eagles secondary that entered Sunday's game without the services of cornerbacks Jalen Mills (foot) and Sidney Jones (hamstring). Things could get ugly if the Eagles are forced to rely on Rasul Douglas, Avonte Maddox and Chandon Sullivan in a Week 11 trip to New Orleans. The 24-year-old Darby finishes the final season of his rookie contract with 43 tackles, 12 passes defended and one interception in nine games. The injury will probably cost him a lot of money, but he still figures to generate considerable interest if he doesn't re-sign with the Eagles before the start of free agency in March.