By allowing ads to appear on this site, you support the local businesses who, in turn, support great journalism.
Undrafted players stay mindful of roots on paths to big paydays in the NFL
preview.jpg
FILE - Dallas Cowboys offensive tackle Terence Steele (78) plays during an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022, in Arlington, Texas. Steele signed an $87 million, five-year extension with $50 million guaranteed about a week before the season started, jumping to second behind former Dallas quarterback Tony Romo ($55 million) in guaranteed money for undrafted players over the past 20 years, according to ESPN. - photo by AP Photo/Brandon Wade, File
If Carl Granderson and Terence Steele splurged after joining a short list of undrafted free agents to sign big contracts, they aren't telling. The New Orleans edge rusher and Dallas offensive lineman fit the profile of players who wait three days and never hear their names called during the draft, feeling as far as possible from NFL riches. Humble.