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Carroll signed a three-year contract with the Dallas Cowboys last week. He'll see the Eagles twice a year.
Just days after signing a three-year deal with the Dallas Cowboys, Nolan Carroll is already excited to face his former team in Philadelphia.
Carroll, who played for the Philadelphia Eagles the past three years, was on the other side of the fence of the Eagles-Cowboys rivalry. Now, that Carroll has switched sides, he's looking forward to facing his former team.
“It’s not hard for me at all. If anything, I can’t wait to play them,” Carroll told the Dallas Cowboys website. “It’s definitely going to be fun and interesting to go to a place I used to play at. All I cared about is winning. Coming here and winning as many games as possible.”
Free agency has started off with a bang for the Philadelphia Eagles. Make sure to stay in the loop for all Eagles transactions this offseason -- take five seconds to sign up for our FREE Eagles newsletter now!
The Cowboys showed interest in Carroll when he was a free agent after the 2015 season, but Carroll was coming off a broken ankle that ended his year. With not many offers on the table, Carroll returned to Philadelphia and bet on himself by signing a one-year deal.
The gamble paid off. Carroll started all 16 games for the Eagles, finishing with 55 tackles, 10 pass deflections, a forced fumble and an interception.
Carroll, who was ranked 92nd out of 112 qualified cornerbacks by Pro Football Focus last season, decided to sign with the Cowboys this time around.
“It’s really not about the offer,” Carroll said. “I just want to win. I appreciate the opportunity Coach (Jason) Garrett and Mr. (Jerry) Jones have given me to come to a prestigious organization like this and be a part of a winning tradition and winning culture around here. I just see it as me being another piece to help the team win.”
Carroll will be tested in his first year against his former team in Philadelphia. The Eagles have been busy this free agent season upgrading the wide receiver position, adding Alshon Jeffery and Torrey Smith.
Even with the challenge, Carroll believes Dallas will put him in the best position to extend his career.
"They try to accommodate their players first and want them to have the best environment possible to succeed," Carroll said. Just seeing the guys and being around the coaches, you can feel the positive attitude around here.”
To follow Eagles reporter Jeff Kerr on Twitter: @JeffKerr247
http://dal.247sports.com/Bolt/Nolan-Carroll-I-cant-wait-to-play-Eagles-51784297
Just days after signing a three-year deal with the Dallas Cowboys, Nolan Carroll is already excited to face his former team in Philadelphia.
Carroll, who played for the Philadelphia Eagles the past three years, was on the other side of the fence of the Eagles-Cowboys rivalry. Now, that Carroll has switched sides, he's looking forward to facing his former team.
“It’s not hard for me at all. If anything, I can’t wait to play them,” Carroll told the Dallas Cowboys website. “It’s definitely going to be fun and interesting to go to a place I used to play at. All I cared about is winning. Coming here and winning as many games as possible.”
Free agency has started off with a bang for the Philadelphia Eagles. Make sure to stay in the loop for all Eagles transactions this offseason -- take five seconds to sign up for our FREE Eagles newsletter now!
The Cowboys showed interest in Carroll when he was a free agent after the 2015 season, but Carroll was coming off a broken ankle that ended his year. With not many offers on the table, Carroll returned to Philadelphia and bet on himself by signing a one-year deal.
The gamble paid off. Carroll started all 16 games for the Eagles, finishing with 55 tackles, 10 pass deflections, a forced fumble and an interception.
Carroll, who was ranked 92nd out of 112 qualified cornerbacks by Pro Football Focus last season, decided to sign with the Cowboys this time around.
“It’s really not about the offer,” Carroll said. “I just want to win. I appreciate the opportunity Coach (Jason) Garrett and Mr. (Jerry) Jones have given me to come to a prestigious organization like this and be a part of a winning tradition and winning culture around here. I just see it as me being another piece to help the team win.”
Carroll will be tested in his first year against his former team in Philadelphia. The Eagles have been busy this free agent season upgrading the wide receiver position, adding Alshon Jeffery and Torrey Smith.
Even with the challenge, Carroll believes Dallas will put him in the best position to extend his career.
"They try to accommodate their players first and want them to have the best environment possible to succeed," Carroll said. Just seeing the guys and being around the coaches, you can feel the positive attitude around here.”
To follow Eagles reporter Jeff Kerr on Twitter: @JeffKerr247
http://dal.247sports.com/Bolt/Nolan-Carroll-I-cant-wait-to-play-Eagles-51784297
