The Arizona Cardinals have begun some work in free agency with players from other teams. After re-signing five of their own players, they are looking at a free agent cornerback who was a former first-round pick.
According to Jordan Schultz and confirmed by Aaron Wilson, the Cardinals are bringing in former Minnesota Vikings cornerback Jeff Gladney for a visit Tuesday night.
Gladney, a 5-10, 191-lb cornerback, was drafted 31st overall by the Vikings in 2020. In 16 games as a rookie, he had 81 tackles and three pass breakups.
Following an indictment for the alleged assault of his former girlfriend last August, the Vikings released him.
However, he was found not guilty of the charges last week, clearing the way for a possible return to the NFL.
The Cardinals have a large need at cornerback. He might not be the answer to their hole in the starting lineup with Robert Alford a free agent starting Wednesday, but he at least is young talent who can compete for a job if the team decides to sign him.
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