Rodgers-Cromartie also had been on the radar of the crosstown New York Jets as a potential replacement for his cousin, Antonio Cromartie. The Broncos chose not to keep DRC, instead signing former New England Patriot Aqib Talib as an upgrade. The Giants needed a lot of help in their defensive backfield and have made quick wholesale changes to complement corner Prince Amukamara and re-signed safety Stevie Brown.
A first-round draft pick of the Arizona Cardinals in 2008, Rodgers-Cromartie played for the Philadelphia Eagles before being traded to Denver. The former Pro Bowler is coming off a strong rebound season in coverage.
