Cockrell signed with the Buccaneers on Tuesday.

The Buccaneers signed Cockrell to the active roster Tuesday, Scott Smith of the team's official site reports.

Cockrell didn't sign with the Giants on Tuesday, Ralph Vacchiano of SportsNet New York reports.

The Giants are expected to sign Cockrell once he passes the necessary COVID testing and a physical, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.

Cockrell finished the 2019 season with 62 tackles (48 solo) and two interceptions (on eight passes defended) in 14 games played.

Interim coach Perry Fewell said Cockrell played well during Sunday's loss to the Colts and will start Week 17 against the Saints, Max Henson of the Panthers' official site reports.

Cockrell made 10 solo tackles in Sunday's 38-6 loss to the Colts.

Cockrell (quadriceps) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

Cockrell (quadriceps) is officially inactive for Sunday's game against the Saints, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

Cockrell (quadriceps) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Saints, Max Henson of the Panthers' official site reports.