Nnamdi Asomugha Contract Voided: 10 Potential New Homes For Raiders CB

Nnamdi Asomugha was one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL over the past few seasons, yet had a down year in 2010. He failed to record an interception or forced fumble, made minimal tackles and was let go by the Oakland Raiders as a result.

Whether you believe that Asomugha is starting to show wear and tear or that his stats are down because he's so good that people won't throw to him (Darrelle Revis had no picks and few tackles this year as well), the fact remains that Asomugha would be a very valuable piece for any team looking for a cornerback. What are the best potential destinations for the now-free agent, aside from "every other team in the league?"

10. Detroit Lions

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MIAMI - DECEMBER 26: Lineman Ndamukong Sue #90 celebrates a sack against the Miami Dolphins at Sun Life Stadium on December 26, 2010 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Marc Serota/Getty Images)

The Detroit Lions are a rising team in the league, and a shutdown corner in the secondary to pair with Ndamukong Suh on the line could make them a force for years to come. It's not all that likely to happen, but with the Lions falling too far down in the draft to get Patrick Peterson or Prince Amukamara, it's a good possibility.

9. Denver Broncos

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DENVER - JANUARY 02: Quarterback Tim Tebow #15 of the Denver Broncos gets back on his feet after being knocked down against the San Diego Chargers at INVESCO Field at Mile High on January 2, 2011 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Image

I think the Denver Broncos have their eyes set on Patrick Peterson to replace Champ Bailey, but would they find having an already-proven cornerback to be a better investment? It's a possibility. Drafting Peterson and signing Asomugha would be overkill, and there's no chance of that, so it will be one or the other.

Beyond that, a Tim Tebow/Asomugha combo would make Denver Broncos win the role model award every year.

8. Indianapolis Colts

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INDIANAPOLIS - NOVEMBER 14: Kelvin Hayden #26 of the Indianapolis Colts runs with the ball after intercepting a pass during the NFL game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 14, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Colts won 23-17

The shine is starting to come off of the Indianapolis Colts, and they need to make some moves to stay competitive. Putting Asomugha alongside Kelvin Hayden would shore up a secondary that made few interceptions this past season, and would help out when Hayden or Sanders are out due to injury.

7. Green Bay Packers

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GREEN BAY, WI - OCTOBER 03: Clay Matthews #52 of the Green Bay Packers awaits the start of play against the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field on October 3, 2010 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Lions 28-26. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Im

The Green Bay Packers have a good defense that was riddled by injury this past year. Picking up Asomugha would be conditional on Charles Woodson entering free agency or retiring, as Woodson and Tramon Williams make a great team as is. If he leaves, the Packers could stick Asomugha in and they wouldn't miss a beat on defense.

6. Baltimore Ravens

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CLEVELAND - DECEMBER 26: Safety Chris Carr #25 of the Baltimore Ravens jumps for the ball as safety Ed Reed #20 looks on with wide receiver Chansi Stuckey #83 of the Cleveland Browns at Cleveland Browns Stadium on December 26, 2010 in Cleveland, Ohio. (

The  Baltimore Ravens' secondary will be entering free agency, so the team will be looking to rebuild that part of their defense. Adding in Asomugha and re-signing Josh Wilson would make for a great secondary, along with Dawan Landry and Ed Reed.

5. New England Patriots

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FOXBORO, MA - JANUARY 02: Devin McCourty #32 of the New England Patriots is congratulated by teammate Jerod Mayo #51 after McCourty intercepted a pass by the Miami Dolphins on January 2, 2011 at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Elsa/

The New England Patriots are a fearsome team on offense, but did have a few holes on defense this past season. Devin McCourty has emerged as a standout corner, and pairing him with Asomugha would make for a feared secondary that already is good on the interception front.

4. Cleveland Browns

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MIAMI - DECEMBER 05: Defensive back Joe Haden #23 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates intercepting the ball against the Miami Dolphins at Sun Life Stadium on December 5, 2010 in Miami, Florida. Cleveland defeated Miami 13-10. (Photo by Marc Serota/Getty

Much like the Patriots, the Cleveland Browns have a breakout young corner in Joe Haden, and combined with T.J. Ward the secondary is one of the strengths of the team. Adding in Asomugha would add in a sorely needed playmaker, and the Browns can focus on improving a bad defensive line in the draft.

3. Houston Texans

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HOUSTON - JANUARY 02: Glover Quin #29 of the Houston Texans and Brian Cushing #56 celebrate after recovering a fumble late in the fourth quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Reliant Stadium on January 2, 2011 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Lev

Any move is an improvement with how bad the Houston Texans' defense is. Glover Quin and Kareem Jackson aren't too bad, but Asomugha is of course an improvement over both. The Texans need to do more of an overhaul rather than finding a playmaker, but an Asomugha/Mario Williams combo on each defensive end is certainly a start.

Bringng in Wade Phillips as defensive coordinator might make signing with the Texans more appealing as well.

2. San Francisco 49ers

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SAN DIEGO, CA - DECEMBER 16: Running back Mike Tolbert #35 of the San Diego Chargers is tackled by cornerback Nate Clements #22 of the San Francisco 49ers in the first quarter at Qualcomm Stadium on December 16, 2010 in San Diego, California. (Photo by

The San Francisco 49ers are a team in transition. They have a new coach in Jim Harbaugh and will most likely have a new quarterback. Should they add a defensive playmaker in Asomugha, that would make for a great team moving forward in the coming years, should the first two work out.

1. Dallas Cowboys

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DALLAS - SEPTEMBER 17: Dallas Cowboys team owner Jerry Jones greets cornerback Terrence Newman as he strides onto the field before the Cowboys play against the Washington Redskins at Texas Stadium in Dallas, Texas on September 17, 2006. Dallas eventually

Combining Terence Newman with Asomugha would shore up the secondary and would help the Dallas Cowboys return to greatness. Keeping Jason Garrett on will help, and they have several other strong points on defense. It's a great move, and he seems like he would fit perfectly on the Cowboys, and the Cowboys can use their draft pick to shore up the defensive line.