DAVIE, Fla. -- New Miami Dolphins cornerback Alterraun Verner never sat on the sidelines for this length of time during his seven-year NFL career.
The former first-round pick was a hot commodity during his time with the Tennessee Titans and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He started 70 games and played in 110.
Still, Verner didn't get an offer from a team this offseason until Miami signed him two days before training camp.
"It's weird, but it gives you an appreciation for the game," Verner said. "You realize it's a privilege to be on that stage, it's not a right.