Michael Bennett is still adjusting to his new role with the Philadelphia Eagles, and he admits that it is a test of his character.
Bennett is rushing on the opposite side that he's used to, and he has also seen his snaps be cut in a big way. Bennett has always been outspoken and has always considered himself one of the best, but he said he is committed to being a team player.
“You always want to play more,” Bennett said, via Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia. “It think it’s always a test of character when you have to reinvent yourself and do something you’re not comfortable with or find some comfort in it when you’re uncomfortable.”
“I mean, we’re 2-2 so the most important thing is not my individual stats or individual playing time. It’s really about the wins. Obviously, we want to be in a situation where we’re 4-0 or at least 3-1. For me, it’s just about winning. That’s the true test of character, how many Ws we can get.”
Bennett is 32 years of age and has actually taken on a reserve role this year. He is still getting 51 percent of the snaps on defense, even not being a starter but as a competitor, there is no question he wishes he was out there for 80 or 90 percent of the snap.
The veteran defensive end has made it clear that the team winning is most important for him because it doesn't matter if he gets 10 or 20 sacks if the team is losing it is for nothing.
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