Aldous Huxley famously said of orthodoxy that it learns not and neither does it forget. It is a pertinent piece of criticism as we consider Howie Roseman’s brave new world. Once upon a time it was said that a smart general manager saves resources at running back and linebacker in order to reinvest them elsewhere.

The Philadelphia Eagles were committed to re-signing Zack Baun in free agency and on Wednesday they made good on that goal, agreeing to terms on a three-year contract with the All-Pro linebacker. The deal is worth $51 million,

The Philadelphia Eagles are re-signing All-Pro linebacker Zack Baun to a three-year, $51 million contract, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported, per sources informed of the deal. The pact includes $34 million guaranteed.