Commanders Eyeing Young Safety Nick Cross

0:00The latest scores, headlines, and storylines, right here on NFL News Today, subscribe and stay game ready. The Washington commanders are gearing up for the NFL free agency negotiating period that starts on Monday and one intriguing target could be safety. Nick Cross from the Indianapolis Colts. At just 24 years old and turning 25 in September, Cross fits the bill as a young, durable player with plenty of upside for a team, with needs across the roster. Last season, the commander struggled badly at safety, despite high hopes going in. Key players regressed or missed time, leaving them without a strong playmaker in the secondary and weak against the run. Nick Cross, a third-round pick in the 2022 draft, broke out as a full-time starter last year. He's only missed one game in his career. Both solid size at 6 feet tall and 212 pounds, and ran a blazing 4.34 in. The 40-yard dash, his profile ball focus grades improved each season, including a 70.4 overall in his first starting

1:03year, and strong marks against the run. Cross excels near the line of scrimmage, as a blitzer, and in tackling which would shore up Washington's back-end defense. Plus, he's a local product for Maryland, making him an even better fit. With cash to burn and holes everywhere, the commanders could pounce early on a player like Cross. He's the kind of under-the-radar-free agent that smart teams target to build for the long haul. Special thanks to our sponsor for supporting this episode.