Nick Cross Joins Commanders on $14M Deal

0:00On March 11, Indianapolis Colt's safety, Nick Cross is heading to the Washington Commanders on a two-year deal worth up to $14 million. The 24-year-old was a third-round pick by the Colts in 2022 out of the University of Maryland where he started all 34, gains over the past two seasons. This move marks a homecoming for Cross, a high-speed Maryland native and standout from to Martha Catholic High School. Last season, he posted 120 tackles, including 72 solo stops, plus two-and-a-half sacks, an interception, and five passes. Defense to Cross 17 starts. Fans and analysts see his skills as a hard-hitting run defender with good range and coverage, though his play showed some inconsistency in the Colts. Secondary, the deal's value caught some off guard, with many figuring Indianapolis would hold onto him longer. For the Colts, rookie safety hunter-woller could step up after missing last year with injury, and they might shift rookie Justin Wally into safety, spots situationally.

1:04Still, the team plans to add depth soon to overhaul their backup options at the position. Expect more moves in the secondary market as both teams gear up for training camp, keeping an eye on how Cross fits into Washington's plans.