Jalen Thompson's Free Agency Status

0:00On this March 4th, here's what's making headlines for the NFL. The 2026 NFL League year kicks off March 11th at 1pm Arizona time, with teams like the Arizona Cardinals facing big. Roster choices right away. Negotiations start March 9th at 9am. Safety Jalen Thompson heads into this period as a key player to watch, after seven solid seasons in the desert. Last year, Thompson started 15 of 17 games, leading the team with 58 solo tackles and ranking third with 95 total stops. He broke up six passes, picked off one, and logged 98% of the defensive snaps in those games, totaling 980 plays. His versatility stood out, flipping between safety and the slot corner spot, especially when injuries hit the secondary. That flexibility has made him a reliable piece for the Cardinals' defense over the years. Contract wise, Thompson earned a base salary of $7.56 million in 2025, counting 13.7 million against the cap.

1:04Unless they resign him, he hits unrestricted free agency right after the New Year begins, leaving just a $3.621 million cap. Hit from prior bonuses. At 28 in July, Thompson could still produce at a high level, but his market value is up in the air. The Cardinals seem unlikely to bring him back, though he might circle around if offers elsewhere, fall short. This DNN story is thanks to our sponsor details in the description. Your pillow just got smarter. A pleasure podcast and music. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com