{"id":168494,"date":"2024-04-04T12:00:45","date_gmt":"2024-04-04T16:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/?p=168494"},"modified":"2024-04-03T18:29:53","modified_gmt":"2024-04-03T22:29:53","slug":"possible-landing-spots-danna","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2024\/04\/04\/possible-landing-spots-danna\/","title":{"rendered":"Three Possible Landing Spots for $25 Million Sleeper Free Agent"},"content":{"rendered":"

Here are three possible landing spots for $25 million sleeper free agent and Kansas City Chief defensive end, Mike Danna<\/a> this offseason. According to a report<\/a>, there have been discussions that Danna deserves an extension after having an illustrious for the two-time defending champions. It\u2019s a surprise that one of their best pass-rushers still hasn\u2019t received a contract extension this year, despite giving a blockbuster deal to defensive tackle, Chris Jones<\/a>. However, it\u2019s cap space that has prevented the Chiefs from making actual offers to their key players entering the market.<\/p>\n

The team recently traded one of the best cornerbacks in the league<\/a> to the Tennessee Titans. According to Spotrac<\/a>, trading L\u2019Jarius Sneed frees up $20 million in cap space, previously only having $8 million. It\u2019s a tough situation for the Chiefs after winning the chip two times in a row, now you have to pay your top guys to remain on the team. The cap situation probably won\u2019t be as dicey now after re-signing Clyde Edwards-Helaire and grabbing Carson Wentz on a one-year deal.<\/p>\n

It probably won\u2019t be any different for Danna, who is entering his prime and deserves a top high-paid contract this offseason. Last season, he notched a career-high of 6.5 sacks in 16 games. Danna has been climbing the ranks since day one as a rookie putting up consistently productive seasons throughout the years. There are now rumors swirling that he could return to the Kansas City Chiefs on a new contract.<\/p>\n

Any NFL team can\u2019t have enough pass-rushers on their roster due to the game being won in the trenches. Danna has come a long way from being a rotational player to being the starting defensive end. Here are three possible landing spots for Mike Danna.<\/p>\n

Three Possible Landing Spots for $25 Million Sleeper Free Agent Mike Danna<\/h2>\n

Atlanta Falcons<\/h3>\n

There are rumors<\/a> that the Atlanta Falcons may wind up signing Mike Danna this offseason. The Falcons defense fairly still looks the same as it did when the free-agent market began. Key pieces are still unsigned like defensive lineman Calais Campbell and edge rusher Bud Dupree. The team\u2019s defense looks weak right now after both of those players led the team with 6.5 sacks this past year.<\/p>\n

According to Bleacher Report,<\/a> Danna may find a new home in Atlanta rather than returning to Kansas City this offseason. The Falcons’ targeting a high-upside pass-rusher in this year\u2019s upcoming draft while signing Danna would put Atlanta\u2019s defense on track. Danna isn\u2019t a star yet by any means at this point in his career. The Michigan product notched 50 total tackles and seven tackles for a loss.<\/p>\n

His numbers against the pass and run games have been solid entering age 26 and could be entering his prime. Danna\u2019s production isn\u2019t going to get anyone excited but it does add fuel to the defensive department. However, he\u2019s a versatile defender and he could be the next man up if they don\u2019t bring back Campbell.<\/p>\n

Carolina Panthers<\/h3>\n

The Panthers have made it a priority to build the offense for second-year quarterback Bryce Young this offseason. However, they\u2019re losing a critical defensive player after trading Brian Burns<\/a> to the New York Giants. There\u2019s still some good pieces to the Panthers defense entering this upcoming fall. Pieces on the defensive line such as Derrick Brown and recently signing A\u2019Shawn Robinson.<\/p>\n

Having a strong defensive line in the NFC competition will be crucial for the Panthers. With Kirk Cousins signing with the Falcons, it\u2019s now a priority that Carolina should target another pass-rusher. Danna could help them boost their defense with another rotational piece.<\/p>\n

Detroit Lions<\/h3>\n

The Lions were close to a Super Bowl last season with the team\u2019s biggest construction this past offseason. It was one of the best NFL Drafts in recent memory for the Lions with additions like Aidan Hutchinson<\/a>. General Manager Brad Holmes has been building a team that only has a few weaknesses entering this year. Adding someone like Danna on a one-year deal could make the franchise a Super Bowl favorite.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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