Dee Alford, the Atlanta Falcons' cornerback, earned a remarkable $835,394 in performance-based pay for the 2024 NFL season, ranking him 23rd in the league. This bonus reflects his impressive contributions, having participated in 16 games with 11 starts last season. Despite his success, the Falcons have opted not to re-sign Alford, who will enter free agency after the team re-signed starting cornerback Mike Hughes and added Mike Ford to bolster their defensive backfield.

Through his three seasons since joining the Falcons, Alford has made a significant impact, totaling 149 tackles, 24 passes defended, and an interception, demonstrating reliable skills in coverage. While it remains uncertain if he will return to the Falcons, the team's current strategy involves retaining key defensive players and enhancing their roster through free agency.