Summary
Nakobe Dean, a linebacker who previously played for the Philadelphia Eagles, chose to sign with the Las Vegas Raiders instead of the Dallas Cowboys during NFL free agency. He agreed to a three-year, $36 million deal with the Raiders, reportedly going with his gut feeling in making this choice.
Key Facts
- Nakobe Dean was a high-priority target during NFL free agency.
- He played for the Philadelphia Eagles before entering free agency.
- Dean signed a three-year contract with the Las Vegas Raiders worth $36 million.
- Both the Raiders and Cowboys offered similar deals to Dean.
- He felt a "51/49" decision in favor of joining the Raiders.
- Dean was originally drafted by the Eagles in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft.
- In his best season with the Eagles, Dean recorded 128 tackles, three sacks, and one interception.
- The Raiders could use him to fill a gap left by trading another player, Maxx Crosby.
