Barkevious Mingo: Contract, cap hit, and free agent replacements

Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty ImagesThe Falcons had to dive into the clearance bin during free agency in a bid to somehow replenish a mediocre defense. One of those players was Barkevious Mingo, a pseudo-edge that was previously most famous for being drafted 6th overall and not much since. Now 30, he has been on six different teams the last six years during which he has amassed a disappointing 5.5 sacks.

Mingo would most likely have made an impact on special teams, but was certain to be in the edge rotation. This was before Mingo posted bond in a child sex case. While we do not have any info on the charge, it would be nearly unprecedented for a player to go into the season with such charges…