Several NFL teams have already inquired on veteran cornerback Jason McCourty, who is expected to be officially released by the Titans on Monday, according to Jason Cole of Bleacher Report (video link).
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McCourty will be 30 years old when the 2017 season gets underway, and there are certainly reasons to be concerned about his recent level of play. Last year, McCourty graded as only the No. 55 cornerback in the league, per Pro Football Focus, so while he was still a viable starting defensive back, he probably wasn’t worth his $7MM base salary. Additionally, McCourty has dealt with injuries in recent seasons, including shoulder and chest ailments in 2016, and groin surgeries that caused him to miss 12 games the year prior.
Still, McCourty was an excellent corner from 2010-13, acting as one of the more underrated defensive backs in the league during that span. Clubs with holes in the secondary might pursue McCourty with the hope he can return to that height (or at least, close) once again. Speculatively, teams that could use another cornerback include the Bills, Colts, Cowboys, Eagles, Lions, Packers, Saints, and Cardinals.
The Patriots, too, stand out as a potential fit, especially if the club ends up parting ways with Malcolm Butler. Mike Reiss of ESPN.com called McCourty an “ideal match” for New England, while Devin McCourty — a Patriots safety and Jason’s twin — would be interested in playing alongside his brother.
Probably could add the Steelers to that list as well
49ers need help, well at every position
Given that McCourty played for a bad Titans team for so long, I have to imagine at this Pint that he wants to sign with a contender.
OK the only reason why any team other than the Patriots will bid is to drive up the price on the pats.
Lot of teams need corner depth. Saints, Iggles, and Cowboys come straight to mind.