The Player: Cameron Sutton
Teams looking for an under-the-radar defensive back they can rely on should take a long look at Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Cameron Sutton. The 28-year-old is coming off a career year in which he nabbed three interceptions, broke up 15 passes, and allowed a mere 65.3 passer rating on throws in his direction. He may only have 39 starts to his name, but it's not for lack of durability; he has appeared in 79 of a possible 82 games over the past five years.
The Fit:
Sutton is a cornerback with fair size and decent athleticism. He's unlikely to jump a level at this point and transform into a significant star, but he has a lot of value as a consistent and productive starter. He has versatility and can line up in multiple spots. This could be his last chance at a significant contract, so he should maximize his value by signing to a team with abundant cap space and a massive need to overhaul their defense.
The Contract:
Sutton is wrapping up a two-year, $9 million contract that he thoroughly outplayed. He's still fairly young and coming off a breakout year, so he should be able to exceed Davont Maddox's three-year, $22.5 million deal with the Philadelphia Eagles. He could also flirt with Darious Williams' three-year, $30 million pact with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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