Overview
- The agreement is reportedly worth $36 million with about $20 million guaranteed, according to Dianna Russini.
- Dallas was a serious contender and held a Zoom meeting with Dean as one of his five allowed, per Jane Slater.
- Slater reported the choice was essentially a 51–49 decision in favor of Las Vegas after comparable proposals.
- Las Vegas also reached a deal with Quay Walker, leaving Dallas without two of its targeted linebackers.
- Dean drew strong interest in a thin linebacker market after a highly productive 2024 season and despite recent injuries.