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Quintin Mikell | Defensive Back

Team: Unsigned Free Agent
Age / DOB:  (32) / 9/16/1980
Ht / Wt:  5'10' / 204
College: Boise State
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The Rams still haven't removed free agent SS Quintin Mikell's nameplate from above his locker stall.
It's an indication they remain open to the idea of re-signing Mikell despite cutting him in March. The Rams would probably take back Mikell for a veteran minimum salary. For now, they're auditioning third-round pick T.J. McDonald as the starting strong safety. The free safety job is wide open to competition. May 12 - 6:04 PM

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The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports the Rams "remain interested" in free agent SS Quintin Mikell.

If Mikell were to re-sign with the Rams it would "almost certainly" be as a backup, according to beat writer Jim Thomas. The Rams drafted SS T.J. McDonald in the third round of the draft, and Darian Stewart seems to be the favorite for the other safety spot. It's currently the weak spot of St. Louis' defense.
Apr 28 - 3:02 PM

Coach Jeff Fisher says the Rams "have interest" in re-signing free agent SS Quintin Mikell.

"We have interest," Fisher said. "He played very well for us. The defensive staff was really happy with him last year." Mikell was cut two weeks ago when the sides couldn't agree on a restructure of his $6 million salary. The Rams then whiffed on Louis Delmas, and the free agent crop has dried up since.
Mar 24 - 10:18 AM

The Rams have not ruled out bringing back recently released SS Quintin Mikell.

Mikell was released over the weekend. He was due $6 million, and it's unclear if the Rams even approached him about a pay cut. Mikell shouldn't lack for suitors, so a return to the Rams on a cheaper deal might be last resort. The Rams made an offer to free agent S Louis Delmas on Wednesday, but he skipped town.
Mar 14 - 1:50 PM

Rams will release SS Quintin Mikell.

Mikell graded out as a top-five safety in Pro Football Focus' 2012 ratings, but he's going on age 33 and was owed $6 million. The Rams do not value aging safeties enough to pay them that kind of coin. They now have needs at both safety spots and figure to pursue free agents like Louis Delmas, Kenny Phillips, Pat Chung, and Chris Clemons. Mikell should not lack for suitors because he can still play. He racked up 101 tackles, three sacks, and four forced fumbles last season.
Mar 10 - 10:52 PM

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch believes FS Quintin Mikell could be cut this offseason.

Mikell is due a $6 million salary and counts $9 million against the cap. Free agent SS Craig Dahl is not expected to be re-signed. So, the Post-Dispatch says it's "possible - some say likely" that the Rams will be looking for two new safeties this offseason. Mikell had a fine season as an in-the-box safety, so he could be asked to restructure. He'll land on his feet if he's cut.
Jan 25 - 8:42 AM

The Rams are expected to approach FS Quintin Mikell about restructuring his contract this offseason.

As is the case with Steven Jackson, the Rams want Mikell back but only at a lower rate. Although Mikell had a fine season with 114 tackles, three sacks and forced four fumbles, his $6 million salary will count $9 million against the cap. Due $4 million, OT Wayne Hunter will have to restructure as well.
Jan 4 - 1:15 PM

Rams FS Quintin Mikell (concussion) is absent from the Week 6 injury report.

Mikell was knocked out of St. Louis' Week 5 Thursday night win over the Cardinals, but the extra days off enabled him to heal up without missing any practice time. In the second year of a four-year, $27 million deal, Mikell has 27 tackles through five games.
Wed, Oct 10, 2012 06:17:00 PM

Rams FS Quintin Mikell left Thursday night's game with a head injury and will not return.

Mikell took a knee to the head from his own teammate, which jarred his neck. He was on the field for a minute or two before sitting up and walking off the field. Darian Stewart would be in line to replace Mikell.
Thu, Oct 4, 2012 09:43:00 PM

Rams agreed to terms with SS Quintin Mikell on a four-year, $27 million contract with $14 million guaranteed.

A natural fit for coach Steve Spagnuolo's defense, Mikell played for Spags in Philly and will be able to pick up the system quickly. Mikell is going on age 31, but he's topped Pro Football Focus' coverage safety ratings several seasons running. Safety was previously a major sore spot in St. Louis. Mikell will be counted on to start on the strong side right out of the gate.
Tue, Jul 26, 2011 06:35:00 PM

Les Bowen of the Philadelphia Daily News "wouldn't be surprised" if free agent S Quintin Mikell reunited with defensive coordinator Sean McDermott in Carolina.

The Panthers have much greater needs than safety, but that hasn't stopped speculation that they will import a free agent at the position. They have also been linked to Eric Weddle, who played under coach Ron Rivera in San Diego. The Rams and the two Texas clubs may be more realistic options for Mikell.
Sun, Jul 24, 2011 07:39:00 PM

Free agent S Quintin Mikell believes new Eagles defensive coordinator Juan Castillo will move from an aggressive blitz-heavy scheme to more of a Cover-2.

Castillo has expressed admiration for Lovie Smith's Tampa-2 system in Chicago, and DL coach Jim Washburn was imported to generate more of a push from the front four linemen. "I know Coach (Andy) Reid has wanted to run the Cover 2 for a long time," said Mikell. This would explain the Eagles' reported "indifference" to press-man corner Nnamdi Asomugha. Theoretically, the Eagles fantasy D/ST could take a hit with the aggressiveness dialed back from the Jim Johnson blitzkrieg days.
Tue, Jul 19, 2011 02:21:00 PM

In addition to Barry Cofield, Pro Football Weekly "hears" that the Rams may be interested in S Quintin Mikell and LB Ben Leber in free agency.

Leber would only be a stopgap solution, but he can play all three linebacker positions and both outside spots are need areas for St. Louis. The Mikell connection is obvious; he played for Steve Spagnuolo in Philadelphia. Mikell is entering his age 31-season, however, and the Rams haven't had success with veteran free agent pickups at safety under the Spags/Billy Devaney regime.
Thu, Jul 14, 2011 11:12:00 AM

Free agent SS Quintin Mikell could be a fallback option for the Cowboys if Gerald Sensabaugh signs with another club.

Fox Sports Southwest believes Sensabaugh is after a big pay day, and the Cowboys should "let him get that elsewhere" (Houston?). The Eagles appear to be moving on from Mikell, who was still playing at a high level last season. A Michael Huff-Quintin Mikell pairing would be a major upgrade in Dallas.
Wed, Jul 6, 2011 09:51:00 AM

Free agent SS Quintin Mikell believes his time in Philadelphia has come to an end.

His fate was sealed when the Eagles drafted Jaiquawn Jarrett in the second round. "This is part of the business, but this is why we are where we are," Mikell said. A strong run-stopper, the soon-to-be 31-year-old is also still solid in coverage. He should draw plenty of interest on the open market.
Sun, May 8, 2011 11:16:00 AM

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