Closing off our coverage of the trades in the league by position, it’s time for the cornerbacks and safeties
Defensive backs trades in the NFL
ThePicks brought you a review of the major trades in the NFL. After seeing the QBs, WRs, TEs, RBs, OLs, DLs and LBs, it’s time for the defensive backs trades in de NFL. It is the last chunk of different positions we have to look at before we start our update list, day by day. So, let’s see the cornerbacks and safeties changing teams next season.
Devin McCourty, Patriots
To start off this list we are just remembering something we already brought to you. Former Patriots S Devin McCourty announced his retirement.
Jalen Ramsey, Dolphins
Another major move you already saw here is that the Miami Dolphins acquired CB Jalen Ramsey from the Los Angeles Rams.
Michael Thomas, Bengals
The Cincinnati Bengals re-signed S Michael Thomas for another year. He is coming back for his 10th season in the NFL.
Jonathan Jones, Patriots
Another DB re-signing his current team is CB Jonathan Jones. He signed a new two-year deal with the New England Patriots.
Keisean Nixon, Packers
One of the best kick returners last season was Keisean Nixon. Since he’s officially listed as a DB in the league, he appears here as he is signing a one-year, $6 million deal with the Green Bay Packers.
Cam Sutton, Lions
After leaving the Pittsburgh Steelers, CB Cam Sutton is signing a three-year, $33 million deal with the Detroit Lions.
Vonn Bell, Panthers
The Carolina Panthers seems to be one of the teams signing the highest number of new players. This time they are signing S Vonn Bell, from the Cincinnati Bengals.
Jessie Bates III, Falcons
The Cincinnati Bengals also lost their other safety to another NFC South team. S Jesse Bates III is signing a four-year, $64 million deal.
Patrick Peterson, Steelers
Another big move in the position was Patrick Peterson signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers. And you saw it here before.
Jamel Dean, Buccaneers
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers worked out a new contract and are re-signing Jamel Dean on a four-year, $52 million deal.
Cameron Dantzler, Commanders
Another player leaving the Minnesota Vikings was CB Cameron Dantzler. After being released, the Washington Commanders signed him off waivers.
Jimmie Ward, Texans
Great acquisition from the Houston Texans as they are signing former 49ers DB Jimmie Ward on a two-year, $13 million deal.
Stephon Gilmore, Cowboys
Great move for the Dallas Cowboys. They worked out a trade with the Indianapolis Colts. Indianapolis received a 5th-round pick in exchange.
James Bradberry, Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles are re-signing CB James Bradberry for another three seasons, with a contract worth $38 million.
Byron Murphy, Vikings
After losing two DBs, the Minnesota Vikings are signing CB Byron Murphy from the Arizona Cardinals, in a two-year, $22 million deal.
Darius Slay, Eagles
Here is some shocking news for sure. The Philadelphia Eagles are releasing CB Darius Slay to open space in the salary cap.
Jabrill Peppers, Patriots
The New England Patriots are re-signing S Jabrill Peppers for another two years, with a $9 million contract.
Jordan Poyer, Bills
Another team re-signing an important piece of their secondary is the Buffalo Bills. The franchise is re-signing S Jordan Poyer for another two years.
Juan Thornhill, Browns
Big move for the Cleveland Browns as they are signing S Juan Thornhill, who won the Super Bowl LVII with the Kansas City Chiefs.
