Giants rumor reveals New York's interest in $37 million free agent cornerback

The New York Giants are in the market for cornerback help this offseason and they are reportedly interested in a Tampa Bay Buccaneers free agent.

According to SNY's Connor Hughes, the Giants are "high on" veteran cornerback Jamel Dean, who Spotrac projects will land a three-year, $37 million deal.

"Jamel Dean is someone I've heard [the Giants are] high on. See if they can get something done there," Hughes wrote.

New York's need at cornerback comes from the fact that Cor'Dale Flott is a free agent. Even if he does return, Big Blue needs more help at the position.

A former third-round pick of the Buccaneers in 2019, Dean has spent his entire career in Tampa Bay.

Dean played like one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL in 2025. The veteran posted Pro Football Focus grades of 75.9 in coverage, 99.9 in the pass-rush and 63.3 in run defense, all of which ranked ninth, first and 46th at his position.

Dean's pure coverage numbers were quite impressive, also, with the Auburn product surrendering a completion rate of 49.2% and a passer rating of 63.1.

The biggest knock on Dean is his injury history. He has never played a full season during his seven-year career, with Dean missing at least two games in each year.

That's something the Giants will definitely have to weigh, but that could also drive his market down and make him cheaper.

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