The Athletic's Dan Pompei singles out Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean as a potential salary cap casualty this offseason, mainly because his 2025 cap hit of $15.2 million ranks eighth-highest among all NFL cornerbacks. Tampa also is projected to have only $11.7 million in cap space, so they will certainly be looking to save money where they can. Dean will be 29 in October, has missed time due to injuries the last two years and has never really been a big-play producer or shutdown cornerback. Cutting him would leave the Bucs thin at the position, but it might be worth it. The former third-round selection in 2019 out of Auburn played in a career-low 12 games in 2024 due to hamstring and knee injuries and finished with 59 tackles (45 solo), one interception, seven pass breakups and one forced fumble. Dean picked off his first pass since the 2022 season.
According to the team, Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Jamel Dean (knee) has been downgraded to out for the remainder of Sunday's wild-card match against the Washington Commanders. Dean carried a questionable tag into today's game and reaggravated this knee injury during the second half. Before exiting, Dean tallied three tackles and one pass deflection. For the remainder of the contest, Josh Hayes should see an increase in playing time.
According to Brianna Dix of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, defensive back Jamel Dean (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's wild-card game against the Washington Commanders. Dean sustained this injury in the third quarter and needed assistance to get off the field. Dean carried a questionable tag into this game and could have potentially reaggravated this knee injury. Fantasy managers should expect Josh Hayes to have an increased role while Dean is sidelined.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's Week 17 contest against the Carolina Panthers. He had registered one tackle and one pass defended prior to his departure. It's worth noting that Dean dealt with injuries to both knees during practice this past week, so it's possible that he re-aggravated or worsened an existing ailment. Josh Hayes will earn more defensive snaps for the duration of Dean's absence.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean (hamstring) exited after making a tackle near the end of the first quarter of Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints. He registered one tackle prior to his departure, bringing his season total to 43. Tyrek Funderburk should step up and earn more opportunities for the duration of Dean's absence. Tampa Bay hosts the Baltimore Ravens in Week 7.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Jamel Dean (ankle) was a full participant during Thursday's practice session. This is positive news after Dean was limited during Wednesday's practice. He has missed each of the last three games due to an ankle injury. Hopefully, Dean will be available for Sunday's matchup against the Green Bay Packers. He has 48 tackles, three passes defended, and one fumble recovery in nine games this season. His return would give the Bucs secondary a boost for this Week 15 contest.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean (ankle) suffered an ankle injury during the Week 11 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. The team initially feared it could be a major injury, but according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, he is considered week-to-week. He could miss a few games, but his aliment is not considered to be long-term. The 2019 third-round pick has accumulated 44 passes defended and seven interceptions through 66 games with the organization. Second-year cornerback Zyon McCollum will likely see additional snaps in his absence.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean (foot/ankle) was injured in Sunday's matchup with the 49ers. There's nothing official regarding the exact nature of the ailment. However, he was initially questionable but was ruled out shortly after, so things don't sound too promising at the moment. If Dean doesn't return, he'll finish with three total tackles.
Jamel Dean Leaves With Shoulder Issue, Questionable To Return
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean (shoulder) left Monday night's game in the third quarter due to a shoulder injury and has officially been ruled as questionable to return. Before leaving, he registered three solo tackles. Despite the two interceptions that the Tampa Bay defense has forced, Jalen Hurts and the Eagles have been able to pass for over 230 yards so far. Dean is one of the starting corners on this defense which means Christian Izien will be next up to see some opportunities in his absence.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Jamel Dean has reached a contract extension with the organization. The 26-year-old agreed to a four-year contract worth $52 million, including $26 million guaranteed. A smart move by the Bucs to keep their top corner locked up for the foreseeable future. Last season, Dean recorded 57 tackles, eight passes defended, and two interceptions in 15 games with the Bucs. Dean was graded as the ninth-best defensive back in the league, according to PFF.
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