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Dashon Goldson | Defensive Back

Team: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Age / DOB:  (28) / 9/18/1984
Ht / Wt:  6'2' / 200
College: Washington
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Buccaneers agreed to terms with FS Dashon Goldson on a five-year, $41.25 million contract.
They'll pair him with 2012 first-rounder Mark Barron in what could amount to the NFL's most imposing safety tandem east of Seattle. Goldson, 28, is a big hitter in the run game but perhaps at his finest in coverage, where he'll man "center field" in Tampa as Barron patrols the box. Goldson has 14 interceptions, five forced fumbles, and three sacks over the past four seasons in San Francisco. The Bucs still must upgrade their pass rush and cornerback depth chart, but their defense is trending in the right direction. Mar 13 - 3:03 PM
Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter

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Dashon Goldson - DB - Buccaneers

The Bucs have begun contract negotiations with free agent FS Dashon Goldson.

Goldson arrived in Tampa late Tuesday and is visiting on Wednesday. A deal may be imminent. The Bucs are still rich with salary cap space, and needy enough in the secondary that they can't afford to let Goldson get out of town.
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Source: Roy Cummings on Twitter
Mar 13 - 1:32 PM
Dashon Goldson - DB - Buccaneers

The Tampa Bay Times reports the Bucs "appear close to a deal" with free agent FS Dashon Goldson.

Signing Goldson and trading for Darrelle Revis could go a long way toward solving Tampa Bay's secondary woes, though they'd be smart to start thinking about upgrading their pass rush, too. Goldson is currently on his visit in Tampa Bay. One Tampa radio station reported Tuesday evening a deal is already done.
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Source: Tampa Bay Times
Mar 12 - 11:15 PM
Dashon Goldson - DB - Buccaneers

The Bucs are reportedly hoping to reach a long-term deal with free agent S Dashon Goldson as soon as Wednesday.

The Bucs have sent a plane to California to pick up Goldson and bring him back across the country. You don't do that for a guy you don't expect to lock up. Goldson, the game's premier cover safety, would go a long way toward stiffening the Bucs' No. 32 pass defense.
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Source: RIck Stroud on Twitter
Mar 12 - 5:24 PM
Dashon Goldson - DB - Buccaneers

Free agent S Dashon Goldson will visit the Bucs.

The reported favorites for Goldson's services will get the first crack at wooing him. Tampa has the need and cap space to get a deal done quickly.
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Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter
Mar 12 - 4:18 PM
Dashon Goldson - DB - Buccaneers

NFL.com's Daniel Jeremiah is "hearing" the Bucs are the favorite for free agent S Dashon Goldson.

ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Monday the Bucs were one of the favorites for the soon-to-be former 49ers. Connected to nearly available DB, it's clear the Bucs are serious about addressing their league-worst secondary in a major way.
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Source: Daniel Jeremiah on Twitter
Mar 12 - 3:56 PM
Dashon Goldson - DB - Buccaneers

The Philadelphia Inquirer's Jeff McLane reports the Eagles will not be signing "any of the big name DB free agents."

In other words, the Eagles aren't expected to ink Dashon Goldson or Sean Smith, despite numerous reports linking them to those players. It's possible the Eagles will make a last-ditch run at Darrelle Revis, challenging the Buccaneers to acquire the NFL's premier corner. Philadelphia remains desperate all throughout the secondary, and hasn't even released Nnamdi Asomugha yet.
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Source: Jeff McLane on Twitter
Mar 12 - 3:34 PM
Dashon Goldson - DB - Buccaneers

CBS Sports' Jason La Canfora "continues to hear" the Eagles will be the team to pay free agent FS Dashon Goldson's price tag.

We'll see. The Eagles are definitely interested in Goldson with ample cap space to land him, but previous reports indicated they might not be the top bidder. Goldson is entering his age-29 season, so he's looking to max out on what might be his final lucrative NFL contract. The Bucs and Lions also want to sign Goldson.
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Source: CBS Sports
Mar 12 - 9:48 AM
Dashon Goldson - DB - Buccaneers

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Lions and Bucs are considered the favorites to land free agent FS Dashon Goldson.

The Eagles and 49ers are also in on Goldson, but might not be willing to pay the price for the game's premier cover safety. Detroit and Tampa are desperate for secondary help after ranking 14th and 32nd in pass defense last year, respectively. The price tag on Goldson is expected to be five years and about $40 million, if not more. Goldson is entering his age-29 season.
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Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter
Mar 11 - 10:21 PM
Dashon Goldson - DB - Buccaneers

ESPN's Adam Schefter doesn't expect the Eagles to pay the price it would take to get free agent FS Dashon Goldson.

"I’ll be surprised if Dashon Goldson ends up in Philadelphia," said Schefter. He doesn't expect the Eagles to get involved in a bidding war. Goldson is expected to sign with the highest bidder, and he could net north of $8 million per year.
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Mar 11 - 7:04 PM
Dashon Goldson - DB - Buccaneers

CSN Bay Area says Anquan Boldin's acquisition makes it less likely free agent FS Dashon Goldson re-signs with the 49ers.

Boldin brings a $6 million salary along with him to San Francisco, and that money could have been allocated to locking up Goldson long-term. Beat writer Matt Maiocco says the 49ers "expect to lose" Goldson in free agency, now. He's reportedly seeking $8 million annually, and there's a good chance he will find it.
Source: CSN Bay Area
Mar 11 - 5:47 PM
Dashon Goldson - DB - Buccaneers

NFL.com reports the Cardinals will "aggressively pursue" a safety in free agency.

USA Today confirms it, and reports the Cardinals are "aiming high." The top safety on the market is Dashon Goldson, whom the Cardinals have faced twice a year for the past four seasons (Goldson didn't become a starter until 2009). Goldson would be a major improvement on the recently released Adrian Wilson.
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Source: Daniel Jeremiah on Twitter
Mar 9 - 7:11 PM
Dashon Goldson - DB - Buccaneers

Citing multiple league sources, NJ.com's Jordan Raanan reports the Eagles are expected to pursue FS Dashon Goldson in free agency.

The dots here have been easy to connect. The Eagles have lots of money, a safety need, and new Philly VP of Player Personnel Tom Gamble was in the 49ers' front office during Goldson's development into an elite ball hawk and center-field safety. Goldson turned down a five-year, $25 million offer from San Francisco last offseason. He's seeking something more like $40 million over five seasons. The Eagles can get to $40 million under the cap by cutting Nnamdi Asomugha.
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Source: NJ.com
Mar 8 - 1:59 PM
Dashon Goldson - DB - Buccaneers

Profootballtalk.com's Mike Florio reports Dashon Goldson is expected to be the most sought after free-agent safety on the market.

This is fully expected with Jairus Byrd off the market. Goldson, 28, is a ball hawk who isn't afraid to mix it up in the run game. He's expected to command around $8 million annually, and will have plenty of suitors. The Eagles need two starting safeties and are flush with cap space, so they could be hot on his tail.
Source: Profootballtalk on NBC Sports
Mar 7 - 11:12 PM
Dashon Goldson - DB - Buccaneers

Free agent FS Dashon Goldson expressed some interest in signing with the Bengals.

Safety is certainly a priority for the Bengals, as Taylor Mays appears incapable and Chris Crocker is a free agent. Goldson would slide right in as a difference-making cover safety also capable of playing in the box. However, he's expected to sign with the highest bidder. The Bengals still have to re-sign free agent RT Andre Smith and have never been a big free-agent splash team.
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Source: Cincinnati Enquirer
Mar 6 - 9:31 AM