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10 biggest bargains in the NFL

By Parker Hurley

Oct 2, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) throws the ball during the first quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi
Oct 2, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) throws the ball during the first quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi /
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Nov 30, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons cornerback Desmond Trufant (21) runs on the field before a game against the Arizona Cardinals at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 30, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons cornerback Desmond Trufant (21) runs on the field before a game against the Arizona Cardinals at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports /

8. Desmond Trufant

Talks have already surfaced about a potential extension coming for Desmond Trufant. At the moment, the fourth-year cornerback is still on his rookie deal, and currently, presents a $2 million cap hit for the Atlanta Falcons.

At this point, it is almost undebatable who the most valuable player on the Falcons defense is. Entering the season, Trufant represented the sixth-highest cap hit on the Falcons defense and is the 14th highest paid player on the team. His cap hit is about $100,000 less than punter Matt Bosher.

As far as cornerbacks in the NFL, it is tough to find one better than Trufant. Trufant is underrated, mainly because of his low interception numbers. However, when it comes to manning up on a wide receiver and forcing the team to go to the other side of the field, Trufant is one of the best in the business.

In terms of NFL cornerbacks, Trufant ranks 52nd as as cap hit. He has started every game since his rookie season and has been one of the only stable pieces on a Falcons defense that would be a major issue if it were not for Trufant. He is a hidden gem, and when he gets his big contract this offseason, it will be much deserved as he has already exceeded his rookie deal by a long shot.

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