BREAKING NEWS: Another Pro Bowl Cornerback Signs Contract With Minnesota Vikings Worth $60M
Shaquill Griffin, a seasoned NFL cornerback, inked a fresh deal with the Minnesota Vikings. Beginning the 2023 season with the Houston Texans, Griffin later moved on to the Carolina Panthers. His NFL journey has seen him don the jerseys of the Seattle Seahawks and the Jacksonville Jaguars as well.
Breaking: Free agent CB Shaq Griffin is signing with the #Vikings on a 1-year deal, up to $6M, sources tell @BleacherReport pic.twitter.com/Mup4d6LFkY
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) March 19, 2024
Shaquill Griffin, Minnesota Vikings, Agree to Contract
Shaquill Griffin kicked off the 2023 NFL season as the starting cornerback for the Houston Texans, showcasing his best performance yet in terms of yards allowed per reception on his side of the field, according to PFF. Despite his strong showing, the Texans surprisingly waived Griffin after their Week 12 defeat against the Jaguars, leading to his acquisition by the Carolina Panthers.
The Panthers’ decision to claim Griffin off waivers was largely driven by the need to bolster their cornerback depth amid multiple secondary injuries. The move also came at a bargain, with the Texans bearing the cost of 400K, as reported by Over The Cap.
During his brief stint with the Panthers, Griffin played only 77 snaps, conceding three receptions for 67 yards.
Shaquill Griffin, drafted in the 2017 NFL Draft by the Seattle Seahawks, made a name for himself as a disruptive defender, tallying 40 pass breakups over his four-year tenure with the Seahawks, per PFF. His standout performance earned him a Pro Bowl selection in 2019.
Following the expiration of his rookie contract, the Seahawks opted not to retain Griffin, leading to his signing with the Jacksonville Jaguars on a three-year deal. Despite the challenges within the Jaguars organization during the tumultuous Urban Meyer era, Griffin showcased his prowess,
