A low-risk depth add that fills a secondary need without moving the needle. Five headlines covered the signing, noting a small roster bonus signals minimal financial commitment. The key signal is Austin was left untendered by New England, suggesting limited upside. Fans are cautiously optimistic, hoping Austin develops into a reliable nickel option. He likely competes for a roster spot but projects as a fringe contributor in Miami's secondary.
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This signing grades out as a reasonable signing for the Miami Dolphins — the team is getting significantly more on-field production than what they're paying for. Alex's on-field performance ranks in the upper half among NFL CBs, grading him as a solid starter at the position. His $1.2M average annual value ranks as below-market money for the CB market. The production-to-cost ratio is favorable — solid starter output at a below-market price point represents solid asset management. Alex is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract. The one-year deal minimizes the team's financial risk, effectively making this a prove-it contract.
Contract Details
Length
1 year
Total Value
$1.2M
AAV
$1.2M
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