The Atlanta Falcons don’t believe they are in salary cap hell, but the team certainly won’t be landing any of the top-tier players when free agency begins.
Continuing with our positional target series, here are seven defensive back options for the Falcons to consider in free agency.
Darqueze Dennard
2019 Stats: 37 tackles (25 solo), 5 passes defended (9 games played)
Analysis: Dennard may not have progressed into the first-round talent he was thought to be coming out of Michigan State, but he’s become a valuable nickel corner. Aggressive and physical in coverage, Dennard has the kind of all-around ability that Atlanta should covet considering the team’s cap situation. Injuries have hindered him, though, playing only one full season in six years. He’s still just 28 years old and has some upside if he can stay healthy. Dennard had three career interceptions and 22 passes defended during his time in Cincinnati.
Why I like Darqueze Dennard in slot. He's physical, willing tackler, helps vs run, can blitz, awareness in zone. pic.twitter.com/wl7rVHbGtL
— Goodberry (@JoeGoodberry) March 10, 2017