In a stunning turn of events, it appears that the Los Angeles Chargers or Baltimore Ravens could be making a move to acquire the talented edge rusher, Azeez Ojulari, who tallied an impressive 16 sacks last season. Reports indicate that the New York Giants, Ojulari’s current team, may be looking to part ways with him after the acquisition of Brian Burns.
Ojulari, now entering his fourth season with the Giants, seems to be falling out of favor within the organization. With limited reps and a quiet spring, it appears that his time in New York may be coming to an end. Despite the uncertainty surrounding his future, Ojulari’s affordable $2.2 million cap hit in the final year of his rookie contract could make him an attractive trade target for teams in need of pass-rushing help.
The Giants are faced with a dilemma as they try to determine Ojulari’s role on the team. Without much experience as an interior pass rusher, his fit within the defensive scheme is uncertain. However, keeping him around as a rotational edge rusher could be a viable option for the team.
Both the Chargers and Ravens are in need of reinforcements at the edge rushing position. While the Chargers boast a formidable duo in Khalil Mack and Joey Bosa, the need for depth behind them is apparent. The Ravens, on the other hand, are looking to replace Jadeveon Clowney and could see Ojulari as a cost-effective solution.
Despite his injury history, Ojulari’s potential impact on a defense cannot be understated. The Cowboys, Chiefs, and Panthers are also teams that could benefit from Ojulari’s skill set and youthfulness. As the NFL landscape continues to evolve, the possibility of Ojulari being traded to a new team remains intriguing. Stay tuned as the trade rumors surrounding Azeez Ojulari continue to develop.
