Jenna Laine of ESPN named third-year LB SirVocea Dennis as an under-the-radar player this offseason, given he’s having “one of the most impressive offseasons” out of all Tampa Bay’s defenders.
Buccaneers LB Anthony Walker Jr. said Dennis made one of the best plays he has ever seen in OTAs: “First day of OTAs, made one of the best plays I’ve ever seen a linebacker make. He’s special, man. Very cerebral and knows the game very well. Can really do everything on the field as a pass dropper, a blitzer and a run defender.”
Falcons
ESPN’s Marc Raimondi writes that recently signed LB Divine Deablo could be a surprise player for the Falcons next season, given HC Raheem Morris believes Deablo can wear the green dot for their defense.
The Falcons are hiring Ole Miss director of player personnel Alex Brown in a scouting role in their front office. (Pete Thamel)
Panthers
David Newton of ESPN names CB Chau Smith-Wade as a player flying under the radar for the Panthers going into the second year of his career, as he can play the cornerback, nickel, and safety roles.
Panthers HC Dave Canales said Smith-Wade is taking advantage of his opportunities in their offseason program: “Chau took advantage of an opportunity. He made tackles. He had an opportunity for an interception, and he made it.”