Jason Pierre-Paul Could Be Top Free-Agent Steal of Suddenly Crowded DE Market

March 5, 2016   ·   Gary Davenport   ·   Jump to comments

In today's NFL, certain positions carry a higher premium than others. And elite pass-rushers certainly fit that bill. In fact, the league's top-five defenders in terms of salary all make in excess of $15 million per season for their ability to collapse the pocket.
There was a time, not too long ago, when Jason Pierre-Paul of the New York Giants appeared headed for just such a monster payday. He was destined for superstardom. Now, after a disastrous accident and disappointing 2015 season, Pierre-Paul readies to hit free agency amid clouds of uncertainty regarding his NFL future.
And as potentially the biggest steal among a crowded market at defensive end.
Yes, the New York Jets slapped the franchise tag on star end Muhammad Wilkerson. And after placing the transition tag on Olivier Vernon, the Miami Dolphins have the right to match any offer for the 25-year-old. But the cupboard is as stocked as it's been in several years for teams that are looking to bolster the pass rus...

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