Two-time Super Bowl champion seeking NFL comeback

Veteran edge-rusher Jason Pierre-Paul has not played in the NFL for almost a year. He played in two games for the Dolphins in 2023 after they signed him from the Saints’ practice squad, where he made one appearance as a game-day elevation.

Despite that, Pierre-Paul is “in great shape and ready to come in and contribute,” according to KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson.

Pierre-Paul played a total of 30 snaps between defense and special teams in 2023, but he recorded only two tackles (one for loss) and zero sacks. He also appeared in 26 games for the Buccaneers and the Ravens in 2021 and 2022, but he racked up just 5.5 sacks across both years after at least 7.0 in his last six healthy seasons.

Pierre-Paul’s 94.5 career sacks may tempt a playoff contender in need of pass-rushing help, but his age and lack of recent production limits his upside. The former All-Pro will turn 36 on Jan. 1, and few players at any position have been able to maintain their effectiveness at that age, much less as an edge defender where athleticism is paramount.

If Pierre-Paul receives any interest from an NFL team, it will most likely begin with a stint on a practice squad where he can prove himself in practice and earn game-day elevations to audition for a playoff roster spot.