The Cowboys prevailed on Thursday night against the Seattle Seahawks, while the Eagles were walloped Sunday by the San Francisco 49ers. Despite the defeat, or perhaps because of it, Leonard landed with Philly.
The Eagles allowed 146 rushing yards against the 49ers and, though he might not have been at his peak as of late, Leonard is still solid versus the ground game.
Viewed as the league’s best or second-best off-ball backer behind the Niners’ Fred Warner just a few years ago, Leonard’s been dismantled by injuries, but his resume and sheer talent were enough for two of the NFL’s top teams to come calling.
“Certainly, on an individual basis, I wish him the best,” Jones said. “He deserves that. He’s had a very distinguished career.”
Of course, if Leonard is active Sunday and takes the field versus the Cowboys, it’s certain Jones won’t be wishing him the best then.