The Miami Dolphins have successfully negotiated a new contract with defensive back Nik Needham, ensuring that the impending free agent remains with the team. Needham, notable for being one of the Dolphins' most successful undrafted rookie signings in recent years, has the versatility to play both cornerback and safety positions. This agreement marks the third deal the Dolphins have secured with an impending free agent in the past 40 hours, signaling a proactive approach to retaining key players before they hit the open market. The terms of Needham's new contract have been agreed upon, as confirmed by multiple sources.
Dolphins reach deal to re-sign Needham. And more free agent notes https://t.co/dc1d5UyJ1a
The #Dolphins have re-signed defensive back Nik Needham: https://t.co/5LAkPf7ZQB
DB Nik Needham agreed to terms to re-sign with the Dolphins https://t.co/TdtNNhcBGd https://t.co/zfPRVK8XL8
Dolphins reach deal to re-sign Needham. And more free agent notes https://t.co/cCaBbMJLz9
NEW: Dolphins and Nik Needham agree to terms on new contract, per source. Third impending Fins free agent, in past 40 hours, to strike deal before getting to free agency. Details: https://t.co/EbWIUB0F9i And more tidbits on where things stand with Dolphins and several free agents
Nik Needham agrees to new deal with Dolphins. https://t.co/pB76PnJfYK
#Dolphins’ deal with DB Nik Needham is done. Sides have agreed to terms, source says. https://t.co/241OIveagp
Report: Dolphins expected to finalize bringing back DB Nik Needham https://t.co/7dpn2gzsV6 via @thedolphinswire
Per source, Dolphins want to keep impending FA Nik Needham and a new deal is expected to be finalized shortly. Needham, one of Dolphins' best undrafted rookie signings of this era, can play both cornerback and safety, of course.