3. Upgrades defense
The Eagles defense failed to perform well in 2014, which was a main reason why they were unable to make the playoffs. While a 10-6 record is usually enough to do so, they will be an even more dangerous team now that they have a much-improved linebacking corps.
Mychal Kendricks has emerged as a solid starting inside linebacker, but Casey Matthews was a liability. With the addition of Alonso, the Eagles now boast a fierce inside starting duo along with outside linebacker Connor Barwin, who set a career high in 2014 with 14.5 sacks.
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