Now that his standoff with the Eagles has ended, quarterback Sam Bradford has decided to put a positive spin on his surrender.
Bradford released a statement today saying that he’s committed to the team, excited to be a part of it, and hoping to win a Super Bowl in Philadelphia.
“I’m excited to be back on the field today with my teammates and coaches,” Bradford said. “The business-side of football is sometimes a necessary consideration. My attention and efforts are focused on the participation in and preparation for a championship season: I am committed to my teammates and the Eagles organization for nothing less.”
What Bradford didn’t say is why there was ever any doubt that he’d play for the team he just signed with two months ago. Obviously, Bradford isn’t happy that the Eagles traded up in the draft to select quarterback Carson Wentz (and he may not be happy that they signed quarterback Chase Daniel either), but he’s going to play with them this season.
At the moment, Bradford is ahead of Wentz and Daniel on the depth chart. Today he gets to work, in an attempt to stay there.