Eli Harold
LB FA
Fri 8/9/19 6:28 PM

Harold was traded to Philadelphia from Buffalo in exchange for Ryan Bates on Friday, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Harold signed with the Bills in April after coming off of a four-sack season for the Lions in 2018. He played primarily outside linebacker in his first-four seasons but was converted to a 4-3 defensive end in his brief stint with Buffalo. The Eagles also run a 4-3 defense and they'll likely elect to use Harold as a defensive end as well. He projects as a backup defender and special teams player with Philadelphia.

Eli Harold
LB FA
Mon 4/15/19 2:48 PM

General Manager Brandon Beane said Monday that the team sees Harold as a defensive end in a 4-3 set, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Harold signed with Buffalo in the offseason after he spent the past four seasons with Detroit and San Francisco, primarily playing at linebacker. The 24-year-old set a career mark in sacks last season with four, so he'd certainly be capable of handling an edge rush role. He's listed at just 243 pounds, so some bulk this offseason could certainly help the Virginia product if he wants to establish himself at the defensive end position.

Eli Harold
LB FA
Wed 4/10/19 3:56 PM

Harold signed a one-year contract with the Bills on Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
EDGE Analysis
Harold set a career high with four sacks last season despite missing the first three games of his professional tenure. With the Bills, he could push Matt Milano for playing time opposite Lorenzo Alexander or at least serve as a situational pass rusher.

Eli Harold
LB FA
Fri 1/18/19 4:36 PM

Harold tallied 10 tackles, four sacks and one pass breakup in 13 games for the Lions in 2018.
EDGE Analysis
Detroit acquired Harold from San Francisco in the preseason and the 2015 third-rounder ultimately served as Devon Kennard's backup all season. Harold still managed to find his way to a career high in sacks, though he also logged a career low in tackles and will now become an become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the league year.

Eli Harold
LB FA
Sun 12/2/18 7:33 PM

Harold logged two tackles, one sack, and one pass breakup during Sunday's loss to the Rams.
EDGE Analysis
Harold's fourth sack of the season set a new career high, and it came at a critical time for the Lions considering it forced a critical three-and-out. However, the edge rusher is still seeing up-and-down playing time and, consequently, hasn't been a consistent producer in the tackle column, making it impossible to endorse Harold as a worthwhile IDP option.

Eli Harold
LB FA
Fri 11/16/18 5:23 PM

Harold (shoulder) has been cleared to play Sunday against the Panthers.
EDGE Analysis
Harold logged limited practices Wednesday and Thursday but managed to get in a full practice Friday. The Lions' linebacking corps will be at full strength Sunday, as Jalen Reeves-Maybin (neck) has also been cleared to play. Harold will likely resume his second-string role behind Devon Kennard.

Eli Harold
LB FA
Sat 11/10/18 6:40 PM

Harold (shoulder) has been downgraded to out for Sunday's game against the Bears, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Harold drew a doubtful designation after being limited at practice throughout the week. He has only played nine defensive snaps over the previous three games, so his absence is not expected to impact the Lions' defense.

Eli Harold
LB FA
Fri 11/9/18 4:13 PM

Harold is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Bears with a shoulder injury.
EDGE Analysis
Harold was a limited participant at practice this week, but apparently didn't show enough to earn the questionable tag. The 24-year-old has played only nine defensive snaps over the last three games, so the Lions defense is unlikely to be significantly affected by his potential absence.

Eli Harold
LB FA
Wed 10/17/18 4:23 PM

Harold (personal) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.
EDGE Analysis
Harold missed two consecutive games for personal reasons following the birth of his newborn child, but appears to have fully returned to the team. The fourth-year depth linebacker is expected to suit up for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

Eli Harold
LB FA
Sun 10/7/18 12:04 PM

Harold (personal) is inactive for Sunday's game versus the Packers.
EDGE Analysis
Harold didn't practice this week while he spent time with his newborn child. The fourth-year pro was averaging less than 18 defensive snaps per game, so his absence won't affect the fantasy realm.