Veteran edge rusher Jason Pierre-Paul is “in great shape and ready to come in and contribute,” according to KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson.
Pierre has not played in the NFL for almost a year. He played in two games for the Dolphins in 2023 after they signed him from the Saints’ practice squad, where he made one appearance as a game day elevation.
Pierre-Paul played a total of 30 snaps between defense and special teams in 2023, but only recorded two tackles (one for loss) and zero sacks. He also appeared in 26 games for the Buccaneers and the Ravens in 2021 and 2022, but recorded just 5.5 sacks across both years after at least 7.0 in his last six healthy seasons.
Pierre-Paul’s 94.5 career sacks may tempt a playoff contender in need of pass-rushing help, but Pierre-Paul’s age and lack of recent production limits his upside. The former All-Pro will turn 36 on January 1, and few players at any position have been able to maintain their effectiveness at that age, much less as an edge defender where athleticism is paramount.
If Pierre-Paul receives any interest from an NFL team, it will most likely begin with a stint on a practice squad where he can prove himself in practice and earn game day elevations to audition for a playoff roster spot.
Definitely could bring some fireworks to a contender
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Worth at least $9.5 million