Jamel Dean: Top CB in Free Agency

0:00For NFL coverage, this is your March 6th update. To Mel Dean, the standout cornerback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, is hitting free agency after a solid run with the team. Drafted in the third round out of Auburn in 2019, he became a key part of their Super Bowl 55 Championship defense. His contract expired following a pay cut last season, where he earned $4.5 million on a non-guaranteed deal. The New York Giants are showing strong interest in Dean as they hunt for secondary help. They recently inquired about all pro Trent McDuffy, who ended up traded to the Los Angeles Rams, but the Giants weren't willing to match that price. Now Insiders say Dean is on their radar as a top target. Fans and analysts see Dean's departure as a big loss for Tampa Bay. At 29 years old, he played 14 games last season with 46 tackles, three interceptions, and two forced fumbles. His steady play has been a cornerstone for the Buccaneers' defense. New projections from pro football focus peg, Dean as the top paid cornerback available, potentially landing a three-year

1:02$55 million dollar contract. That would rank him among the league's 15 highest paid at the position. Experts praise his rare consistency, with coverage grades above 72.0 across all seven pro seasons. The Buccaneers could take another hit, a veteran linebacker, Levante David retires. Free agency negotiations kick off March 9th at New and Eastern Time, so keep an eye on where Dean lands next. This episode is brought to you by our sponsor, See the episode description.