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9 hours ago
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High-Priced Buccaneers Cornerback Could be Trade Bait Ahead of 2025
High-Priced Buccaneers Cornerback Could be Trade Bait Ahead of 2025 originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Just a day after we wrote about Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean possibly being a cut candidate for the team, he's being named in a suggested trade. Advertisement The reason for him being a potential cut candidate isn't because of declining skills, but two other reasons. He's entering Year 3 of a four-year, $52 million deal and carries a massive $15 million cap hit next year. The Bucs also invested heavily on two corners in Round 2 and Round 3 of the draft this season. It's because all of those factors that he could be either a cut candidate or, even better, on the trade block. CBS Sports' Cody Benjamin thinks the Las Vegas Raiders would be interested in acquiring Dean in a trade. 'Dean's six-year run with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers includes a Super Bowl title and big-money extension, but the veteran has been frequently mentioned as a potential cut or trade candidate due to a $15 million 2025 cap hit, almost all of which the Bucs could clear from their books by dealing Dean elsewhere. Even if Dean is more serviceable than special at a lofty price,' Benjamin said. 'The Bucs are trying to defend their NFC South crown, and jettisoning such an experienced corner would put immediate pressure on rookie corners like Benjamin Morrison and Jacob Parrish to have a playoff-caliber impact.' Advertisement Dean is also scheduled for a $15.7 million cap hit in 2026. That's a lot of money for a guy who might be relegated to a backup role at some point. It's a big decision for general manager Jason Licht, and could be dictated by the performance of some of this year's rookie class. Related: Analyst Names Buccaneers Third-Round Pick as Potential Cut Candidate Related: Buccaneers' Pass Catcher Predicted 'League-Winning WR' in Fantasy Football This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 28, 2025, where it first appeared.
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a day ago
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Analyst Names Buccaneers Third-Round Pick as Potential Cut Candidate
Analyst Names Buccaneers Third-Round Pick as Potential Cut Candidate originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean has been a staple in the secondary since being selected No. 94 overall in the third round of the 2019 NFL Draft. Advertisement But that could be changing soon, per Bleacher Report's Alex Kay. Kay believes Dean could be a cut candidate for the team, and it's not just for financial reasons. "Dean conceded a career-high 69.7 percent completion rate in 2024 and allowed a concerning 66.1 percent completion rate the season prior. Those marks are well above the 54.2 percent completion rate he posted over the first four years of his career, meaning it could be time for Tampa to part ways with the soon-to-be 29-year-old," Kay wrote. While the financial incentives are strong, the Buccaneers also have plenty of reason to move on from Dean after landing two potential replacements in Benjamin Morrison and Jacob Parrish on Day 2 of the 2025 draft. Advertisement "A change of scenery could do Dean well. He's still on the right side of 30 and is just over two years removed from signing a sizable extension commensurate with his contributions. Any team lacking veteran depth should be interested in bringing Dean aboard if the Bucs part ways with the corner." Dean is scheduled for a $15.1 million cap hit in 2025 and $15.7 million in 2026 to end his four-year, $52-million deal. That's a lot of money for a guy who might be relegated to a backup role at some point. It's a big decision for general manager Jason Licht, and could be dictated by the performance of some of this year's rookie class. Related: Todd Bowles and Jason Licht React to Buccaneers' Contract Extensions Related: Buccaneers Insider Praises New Defender This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 26, 2025, where it first appeared.
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a day ago
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Trade Pitch Sees Raiders Reunite John Spytek With Buccaneers CB
Trade Pitch Sees Raiders Reunite John Spytek With Buccaneers CB originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Las Vegas Raiders revamped their secondary this offseason under general manager John Spytek. Head coach Pete Carroll is known to like a certain type of defensive back, so he was picky when constructing the room. Advertisement Out were last year's starters, Nate Hobbs and Jack Jones, and in came long-armed, big-framed players like free agent Eric Stokes and third-round pick Darien Porter. Returning starter Jakorian Bennett has seemingly been demoted to the second team as a result. Las Vegas could still use another veteran addition to the group, as no player has appeared in more than 45 career games at the NFL level. Tampa Bay Buccaneers CB Jamel Dean (35).Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images One potential solution could be Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean, who is familiar with Spytek from the six years that they spent together in Tampa Bay. CBS Sports' Cody Benjamin outlined why this move could make sense for both parties. Advertisement "Dean's six-year run with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers includes a Super Bowl title and big-money extension, but the veteran has been frequently mentioned as a potential cut or trade candidate due to a $15 million 2025 cap hit, almost all of which the Bucs could clear from their books by dealing Dean elsewhere," Benjamin wrote. "Las Vegas is a logical landing spot firstly because new coach Pete Carroll still lacks formidable answers at cornerback, secondly because the Raiders have more than $30 million in available cap space, and thirdly because there's a personal connection here: New general manager John Spytek directed the Bucs' player personnel department when Dean was drafted in 2019." While these all sound like solid reasons for a trade to get done, there are some limiting factors for both Dean and the Raiders. "Even if Dean is more serviceable than special at a lofty price, the Bucs are trying to defend their NFC South crown," Benjamin wrote. "Jettisoning such an experienced corner would put immediate pressure on rookie corners like Benjamin Morrison and Jacob Parrish to have a playoff-caliber impact." Through six NFL seasons, Dean has the aforementioned Super Bowl victory under his belt, as well as 313 career tackles, eight interceptions and 52 passes defended. At just 28 years old, he should have plenty more in the tank as well. Advertisement Carroll may be fixated on developing the team's young cornerbacks, but for an aging coach, this win-now move might be the best course of action. Related: Raiders Miss Out on Former Pro Bowl CB They Hosted on Visit Related: Raiders Reportedly Wanted to Hire Surprise Coach Who Didn't Interview for Job This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 26, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
3 days ago
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Where does the Tampa Bay Buccaneers CB group rank in the NFC South in 2025?
We are continuing a Summer series here on Bucs Wire, ranking the position groups across the division. The major pit stops of the offseason have come and gone, which means rosters are set for the most part. Now, could someone pull off a major trade or sign a veteran free agent down the line? Of course, and they likely will based on our luck to throw things off. Regardless, we wanted to do this exercise just to give you, the reader, a state of the division. At the end of each article, we will also provide a recap of the scorecards so that we can keep a running tally for you to keep track of and see who has the best roster in the division. Next up are the cornerbacks in the NFC South. 4) Tampa Bay Buccaneers Starting Group: Jamel Dean, Zyon McCollum, and Christian Izien The Bucs' pass defense in 2024 was atrocious on so many levels. So much so, they added two cornerbacks in the NFL Draft, one of which is competing for the starting nickel spot in training camp with Christian Izien. Jamel Dean is a cut candidate due to his contract, and Zyon McCollum, the team is waiting for him to put it together. They have a lot of potential but are nowhere close to realizing it yet. 3) New Orleans Saints Starting Group: Kool-Aid McKinstry, Isaac Yiadom, and Alontae Taylor The Saints' cornerback group has its own issues, but the group showed more moments of brilliance than the Bucs did in 2024. Kool-Aid McKinstry had a decent rookie year and is ready to step into a larger role as a sophomore with the departure of Paulson Adebo. More responsibility will fall on him, so it will make or break this group, but for now, I have faith in him to be something for this team. 2) Atlanta Falcons Starting Group: A.J. Terrell, Mike Hughes, and Dee Alford This group has a lot of issues as well, really every team in this division does, in the cornerback room. Unlike the others we have talked about, the Falcons have a bona fide CB1 in A.J. Terrell. The former Clemson Tiger has become one of the best at his position, and despite being a trade candidate last year, he remains a centerpiece to the Falcons' defense. With some extra pass rush help in 2025, he will have some more opportunities to make plays and help this group improve overall. 1) Carolina Panthers Starting Group: Jaycee Horn, Mike Jackson, and Chau Smith-Wade Jaycee Horn is in the top tier of cornerbacks in the NFL and is clearly the best in the NFC South. Horn was rewarded with a massive extension for his play and is set to be the face of the franchise on defense for the foreseeable future. He thrives in man coverage to the point that he can take away one half of the field and while the rest of the group is lacking, his talent tips the scales in their favor enough to win this position.
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09-06-2025
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cornerback Jamel Dean Named Top 20 in Position Rankings
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cornerback Jamel Dean Named Top 20 in Position Rankings originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' defense was its Achilles heel in 2024. While the offense was excelling and posting top five numbers across major categories, the defense was falling apart due to injuries and poor play. Advertisement But there was at least one bright spot on the team, as cornerback Jamel Dean had another good season even after being slowed by a hamstring injury and played in just 10 contests. Pro Football Focus ranked Dean at No. 17 on their cornerbacks list, citing his consistency since turning pro. 17. Jamel Dean, Tampa Bay Buccaneers "Consistency is highly valued in the NFL, and there might not be any cornerback more consistent year-to-year than Dean. His worst season resulted in a 72.5 PFF overall grade, while his best produced a 78.9 figure. He ranks 11th in PFF advanced coverage grade over the past two seasons and did not allow a touchdown in coverage in 2024." Advertisement Dean has been every part of consistent - even with the injury bug. And that's the only thing that's held him back. Dean hasn't played more than 15 games in a season and he's done that twice. He's played 14 games once, 13 games twice and 12 games a season ago. But he's been able to post 313 tackles with 247 solo and six for loss, with eight interceptions with a pick-6, 52 passes defended, one forced fumble and two fumble recoveries. Last season, across 12 games, he posted 59 tackles - the third-most in his pro career - with 45 solo. He added an interception, seven passes defended and one forced fumble. Advertisement Next season, Dean will enter Year 3 of a four-year, $52 million deal signed ahead of the 2023 season, and he's showing he's worth every penny. Related: Tez Johnson Called His Shot to Play with College Teammate with Buccaneers Related: Coach Reveals Reason for Buccaneers' Biggest Defensive Deficiency in 2025 This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
