NFL free agency is quick approaching, providing the primary window for groups to enhance this offseason, offered they signal the precise gamers.
These are my rankings and scouting stories of the top 150 free brokers accessible, formed by a ton of movie work and perspective from a few years main NFL personnel departments. This may not be precisely the way you see it, however that’s why Baskin-Robbins has 31 flavors.
A couple of notes:
• While these rankings think about age (as of Sept. 5, the scheduled date of the 2024 season opener) and identified damage historical past, they don’t take into account medical or character info, as groups know way more about these topics behind closed doorways.
• At every place, I’ve included some stats I discover worthwhile. At some positions, I’ve estimated play pace from what I can see on tape (not timed 40-yard-dash pace — there’s a distinction). At occasions, I’ve used play pace as a differentiator.
• If I have been with an NFL crew, this may be just one a part of a multilevel course of to determine consensus throughout the constructing. That consensus is lacking from any rankings you’ll see, right here or elsewhere. You can learn extra about my standards and the way an NFL GM approaches free agency right here.
With that, let’s dive in.
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Age: 26 Height: 6-5 Weight: 250
Burns suits all the standards groups search for in free agency: age, athletic skill and all-around recreation. His manufacturing was restricted considerably by the Panthers’ scheme, however his suddenness and move rush bundle ought to translate to higher-volume manufacturing. Offenses should have a plan to cope with his skill every week. Carolina turned down a number of first-round picks for Burns in 2022, so the franchise tag appears probably. — Randy Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-5 Weight: 263
Hunter has been used from varied alignments and is efficient speeding the passer from all of them. He has upfield burst and countermoves to maintain blockers guessing. He additionally understands set the sting with size and get off of blocks towards the run. His ability set is tough to seek out, and regardless of getting into his tenth season, he would not flip 30 till October. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-3 Weight: 305
Madubuike is a very good participant who initiatives to a Pro Bowl degree in any scheme. He shocks blockers on affect with heavy fingers and explosive power however may beat you with quickness and agility. He blends all standards higher than any defensive deal with on this record. The Ravens usually let gamers stroll for compensatory picks, however Madubuike is a distinct caliber of participant. The franchise tag or an extension appears probably. — Mueller
Age: 30 Height: 6-6 Weight: 310
Jones is not any much less impactful than Madubuike, and he has a knack for making huge performs. His energy and quickness are uncommon when he’s engaged with need. Stamina is all the time a little bit of a query, however he’s unblockable when he is enjoying arduous. I anticipate the Chiefs to worth him greater than different groups due to how completely he suits their protection. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-0 Weight: 232
Barkley’s pure instincts and imaginative and prescient to create past the play’s design make him particular. He finishes like a 232-pound again ought to, with energy and lean, however has the uncommon trait to make defenders miss as nicely. He’s additionally detailed and managed as a route runner, which makes him one of the best three-down again accessible, even with sturdiness considerations (25 video games missed in six seasons, three in 2023). More than only a working again, he’s a weapon. Other groups may worth him greater than the Giants do. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-5 Weight: 255
Allen put up excellent manufacturing in 2023, however he was not fairly as constant on movie. He’s an excellent participant with elite expertise, however at occasions, he was not as sudden as a rusher or in pursuit as he has been prior to now. He picked his spots some. That stated, he’ll nonetheless be in excessive demand (if the Jaguars do not tag him). There continues to be upside right here, which is horrifying. — Mueller
Age: 36 Height: 6-3 Weight: 205
Cousins is prime in each facet of his recreation however at occasions might be mechanical and robotic. He is fairly environment friendly and has good intangibles. A tricky chief who will stand within the pocket and may ship most NFL throws, he has taken his ability set to a better degree together with his thoughts and continues to be able to being a mid-tier beginning QB within the league, even coming off a big damage. Will the Vikings have the ability to maintain him as different suitors come calling? — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-0 Weight: 196
Johnson will hit the market (if the Bears do not tag or re-sign him earlier than free agency) on the most opportune time. His mixture of age, cowl expertise and adaptableness to scheme will make him extremely wanted. He can play each press and off protection, and he reacts nicely to throws utilizing his size, timing and ball expertise. In a skinny, ageing cornerback class — solely two made my top 65, and solely 4 of the 13 in my top 150 are beneath age 28 — Johnson is one of the best and the youngest. — Mueller
Age: 31 Height: 6-4 Weight: 275
Smith shocked me as an addition to the top group of edge defenders. He confirmed top-level acceleration and burst as an outdoor, upfield rusher or whereas working tips and video games. He slips blocks, makes use of his fingers and is admittedly arduous to dam towards the run as nicely. His motor will assist his crew’s defensive tradition, and he is stayed largely wholesome since having again surgical procedure in 2021. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-4 Weight: 310
Wilkins is an extremely versatile defensive deal with, given the place he aligns and his skill to mix quickness with energy. He can play in any scheme. He’s sturdy on the level of assault but additionally has athletic skill and vary. He’s a very good participant, and his worth retains climbing after a profession season. Will the Dolphins have the ability to maintain him? — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-3 Weight: 263
Greenard is extraordinarily fast off the ball and when closing in pursuit. He has pure bend to squeeze the pocket and switch the nook as a rusher, and he is able to wrecking video games. His dimension makes him a legit outdoors linebacker in base defenses. He needs to be coveted if he hits the market, even when sturdiness (19 video games missed in 4 seasons) is a slight query mark. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 5-10 Weight: 223
Jacobs, who missed 4 video games in 2023, has most of the identical traits as Barkley, together with energy, good pad degree and the flexibility to get extra yards than the play is designed for. As a route runner, he’s barely much less detailed than Barkley together with his approach and barely much less nimble together with his physique management. But he carries the ball with a way of anger and physicality that few have, and that’s price paying a premium for. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-1 Weight: 192
Sneed is an aggressive participant who has nice agility to go together with his fast reactions when he trusts his expertise. When he would not belief his approach, penalties have been an issue. He may be very robust and bodily for his place, exhibiting the willingness to combine it up towards each the run and move. His power is likely to be in the way in which he performs the ball in the intervening time of reality. The Chiefs, who even have DT Chris Jones hitting free agency, let Charvarius Ward stroll in 2022. What will they do with Sneed? — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-0 Weight: 201
McKinney performs like a conventional free security. He transitions with none hiccups and reveals sudden burst to shut as soon as redirected. He has nice vary and the ball expertise to make performs when he will get there. His pace helps him meet up with nearly anybody. Youth, athletic skill and instincts are all on his aspect. He’s my favourite among the many accessible safeties. Will the Giants take into account the franchise tag (projected at $16.3 million)? — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-4 Weight: 315
Cushenberry has the mixture of power and agility that everybody seems to be for in a middle. He has now added a physique of labor to his resume and has proven enchancment every season. He persistently sustains contact with controlling upper-body power and energetic toes upon affect. He’s a very good participant, and he seems prone to hit the market given how a lot Denver has invested elsewhere up entrance. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 5-9 Weight: 203
A primary-team All-Pro, Winfield was the most efficient DB on this class on paper. He is nice within the field and has each a nostril for the ball and the instincts to anticipate towards the run and the move. He can also be an excellent blitzer. His versatility is excellent — he can play the nickel spot, too — and he is all the time across the ball. He ought to get top cash for the place, if the Bucs let him attain the market. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 321
Dotson, who performed on the precise aspect in L.A., has excellent toes and agility however is equally depending on his explosive energy and power. He persistently turns defenders on the level of assault within the run recreation, and his punch may be very efficient at displacing move rushers. He is among the few free brokers on this class who can knock individuals again on affect to create area. The Rams say they’d prefer to maintain him, however he is a very good participant who ought to have a considerable market regardless of some damage historical past (11 video games missed since 2021, three in 2023). — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-3 Weight: 255
Huff is a job participant, as a move rush specialist, however he has been very productive. He will get off the ball and beneath blocks as a move rusher with unbelievable upfield burst. His stress price is one of the best on this free-agent class. His play towards the run is a piece in progress and should enhance for him to develop into a full-time participant. The Jets — who’ve already spent important cash and draft capital on the D-line — may wrestle to afford him. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 307
Runyan performs with glorious preliminary quickness, and his reactions and instincts are actually good. He combo-blocks to linebackers successfully and performs with timing and excellent consciousness. It helps that he may play with bend and a strong punch. He’s growing into one of many higher guards within the NFC. The Packers have already paid left guard Elgton Jenkins, so Runyan will probably hit the market. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-1 Weight: 215
Mayfield slot in nicely in Tampa together with his intangibles and management. His ability set and expertise are sufficient to win video games within the NFL, however he isn’t dynamic and will not wow you with anyone attribute. He’s a really useful NFL starter, although. He ought to get a considerable increase from the $4 million he signed for in 2023. — Mueller
Age: 36 Height: 6-3 Weight: 295
Reports have stated Kelce is retiring, however he has but to handle his future publicly. Even at age 36, he places on a clinic in approach and play the middle place. His footwork is a masterclass, and each step is intentional. He’s by no means damage, not lacking a recreation since 2014. If he elects to proceed enjoying, some crew (most probably the Eagles, the one crew Kelce has performed for) will get a front-line middle. — Mueller
Age: 31 Height: 6-3 Weight: 240
Floyd is the second 30-something to crack this record as an edge participant. He has an entire recreation, a nostril for the soccer and performs arduous persistently, even with eight seasons beneath his belt. That effort can be good for a crew’s tradition, however that may not be on the Bills, as Floyd has stated he’ll “go where the money goes” in free agency. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-1 Weight: 190
Ridley represents one of the best mixture of dimension, pace and fingers on this group of receivers. He actually comes off the ball shortly, eats up defenders’ cushions and will get out and in of breaks in a short time. His suddenness jumps out in comparison with different receivers, and he runs an entire route tree with the physique management to win versus zone and man. He will frustrate you with occasional drops, nevertheless it’s extra about missing focus than fingers. The Jaguars owe the Falcons a 2024 third-round decide from the 2022 commerce for Ridley, but when they signal him to a brand new deal, they’d as an alternative owe a second-rounder. — Mueller
Age: 30 Height: 6-5 Weight: 300
Williams’ body is uncommon, and he suits finest as a five-technique in a three-man line, which is admittedly arduous to seek out. His size and hand utilization are two of his greatest attributes. He’s not a talented, high-level move rusher however may be very efficient versus each the run and move. His type and substance mirror Wilkins, however he is been a shade much less productive and is 2 years older. — Mueller
Age: 32 Height: 6-4 Weight: 320
Forget the numbers. Injuries derailed Jones’ season, however he can wreck the road of scrimmage when wholesome. He offers actually good push and will get penetration versus the run, and he is a slippery inside move rusher, too. He has a nostril for the ball and will get off blocks. He lacks the size and vary of the blokes above him however suits finest at nostril and three-technique. The Bills, who face main cap constraints, have already paid Ed Oliver and have three free-agent DTs, suggesting Jones ought to hit the market. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 330
Eluemunor has performed proper deal with in Las Vegas however may even be seen as a left deal with by some groups. He is a pure athlete with the toes and clean agility to remain sq. on his targets, particularly in move safety. His skill to recuperate and play with constant steadiness offers him an enormous step up on the competitors on this free-agent deal with pool. He makes it look straightforward at occasions. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-0 Weight: 230
The Ravens declined Queen’s fifth-year possibility after they paid Roquan Smith, however contemplating Queen’s age, instincts and playmaking manufacturing, he’s the most suitable choice at this place. He can run, blitz and play the run or move equally nicely. He might be impulsive at occasions, however he flies round and makes performs. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-3 Weight: 330
Simpson performs with the power and physicality of an old-school guard. He can management together with his higher physique and robust fingers however may pull, lead and modify. He must develop into extra constant, however he strikes defenders in each the run and move recreation. He’s trending to be a very good participant, and the Ravens are inclined to let gamers signal elsewhere (and accumulate compensatory picks). Right guard Kevin Zeitler can also be a free agent. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 5-11 Weight: 173
Mooney’s excessive rating is extra about potential than his physique of labor. He can actually run and reveals the explosive skill to separate from protection at each degree. His skill to stretch the sector can drive opponents to defend the offense in another way. His numbers will improve in a distinct scheme if the ball is delivered on time. Mooney does lack dimension, so he might be affected by incidental contact. Contested catches are the one small query I’ve. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-5 Weight: 258
Henry is a flexible, do-everything possibility who catches the ball nicely in site visitors and when coated. He can get open together with his athletic expertise, his instincts or each. His numbers have been down in 2023, largely due to the scheme and the shortage of expertise round him. He’s additionally an sufficient blocker who can maintain to make all blocks wanted within the run recreation. He’s looking for his third NFL contract after enjoying out his three-year, $37.5 million deal in New England. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-3 Weight: 235
Luvu is a very good participant regardless of being on his NFL second crew. He may be very instinctive and blends explosive pop with pace and athletic skill. He’s usually all around the area, working and hitting every little thing — and ball carriers go down when he hits them. He’s additionally a very good blitzer with some pure move speeding ability, and he is hitting the market together with his inventory at its peak. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-4 Weight: 223
Pittman is a first-down machine. His dimension and elite catch radius make him one of many top contested-catch receivers within the recreation. His physicality as a runner after catch (528 YAC, most amongst free-agent wideouts) makes him a weapon with the ball, too. He may not possess deep pace, however he has aggressive pace to take quick throws and switch them into way more than the play design supposed. I might not be shocked if Pittman will get tagged due to his manufacturing and the way he presents the Colts’ QBs safety. His dimension means he is open persistently, even when coated. — Mueller
Age: 33 Height: 6-5 Weight: 320
Smith continues to be a high-level performer on the hardest place on the road. He simply has not been in a position to keep wholesome. He performed in 13 video games in 2023, however that equaled his highest mark since 2015, and he missed 33 of fifty video games from 2020 to 2022. When on the sector, he’s sturdy, displaces defenders with an explosive punch and understands reduce off angles. His lateral vary has suffered some as a result of accidents, however his bodily presence sends a message to the opposition. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-4 Weight: 219
Higgins missed 5 video games this 12 months, so his numbers have been down, however he additionally appeared much less explosive. I used to be shocked at how little juice I noticed on tape. He’s not an elite athlete for the place, however I feel he’s higher than his well being allowed, as this season was not one of the best reflection of his ability set. He is a giant goal who’s simplest on slants and utilizing his physique to display screen off defenders. He can deceptively eat up cushion together with his lengthy stride, and his size and catch radius permit him to make contested catches. He is likely to be extra worthwhile to the Bengals than to the remainder of the league, and I would not be shocked in the event that they tagged him. — Mueller
Age: 34 Height: 6-5 Weight: 285
Autry was a shock entry to this record for me. He has the size to suit at five-technique and is each sturdy on the level of assault and athletic sufficient to chase performs down in area. He performs like a youthful man at a place the place high quality choices don’t develop into accessible usually. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-3 Weight: 309
Jones has actually good quickness and lateral vary for the place, and his instincts and nostril for the ball make him very productive, as he anticipates blocks nicely. His get-off and talent to stand up and down the road of scrimmage are his greatest strengths. He raised his inventory significantly with a career-best season in 2023. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-5 Weight: 264
Young performed nicely within the Super Bowl, however he ranked No. 24 of 43 qualifying edge rushers in Pro Football Focus’ move rush productiveness over his time with the 49ers and had pursuit points within the NFC Championship Game towards the Lions. Any considerations about effort appeared rectified towards the Chiefs, and Young’s explosive efficiency ought to seize the NFL’s consideration. Whether he returns shall be a matter of worth. — David Lombardi
Age: 31 Height: 6-5 Weight: 231
Evans had a season finest described as up and down. He performed indignant at occasions and infrequently appeared pissed off by little issues, which confirmed in his physique language. But he’s nonetheless a giant, sturdy dude who can transfer the chains, break tackles and make spotlight catches. He stays very productive, however persistent drops gave me pause for concern. This was a perplexing analysis for me, so his match with the precise crew and scheme is paramount. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-3 Weight: 194
Don’t dismiss Reynolds due to his key drops within the NFC Championship Game — per PFF, he had solely three drops throughout the entire common season. He has dimension and a strong catch radius and made huge grabs for his crew all season lengthy. He is bodily, combating by contact and drawing his share of move interference calls. His pace shouldn’t be elite, however he has the physique management to get out and in of breaks very nicely for a giant man. He needs to be a strong No. 2 WR within the league. — Mueller
Age: 31 Height: 6-5 Weight: 255
Baltimore proved to be the right match for Clowney, who was trying to resurrect his profession. He stated he’d like to return, however he actually earned a far greater payday than the $2.5 million deal he signed with the Ravens final fall. In previous offseasons, Baltimore has averted spending huge bucks on the skin linebacker place. — Jeff Zrebiec
Age: 26 Height: 5-10 Weight: 201
Gilman got here out of nowhere and actually impressed me. He’s very instinctive and has athletic expertise that persistently put him in place to make performs. He closes with first-step acceleration and occasions move breakups very nicely. He will deal with and play the run by wrapping with physicality. He additionally has a knack for the ball, all the time getting his fingers on it. A sixth-round decide who has began just one full season, he may fly beneath the radar and show to be a cut price. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-3 Weight: 220
Don’t be discouraged by the shortage of numbers. Chinn can run, deal with and shut in protection. He has the vary of a free security however hits like a Will ‘backer. He injured his quad and began solely eight video games in 2023. The runner-up for Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2020 is a greater participant than the numbers present. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-2 Weight: 222
Dugger, a 2020 second-round decide from Division II Lenoir-Rhyne, improved slowly by his first few seasons. He nabbed two decide sixes in a standout 2022 season, however 2023 wasn’t fairly pretty much as good. He presents exactly what many trendy defenses search, with the dimensions of a linebacker and the athleticism to drop deep as a security. — Chad Graff
Age: 34 Height: 6-4 Weight: 340
Zeitler nonetheless units tradition with the Ravens by being bodily and technique-sound. He performs with an old-school toughness however is not the identical athlete he as soon as was. His smarts and soccer IQ make up for any slip. He depends on his higher physique greater than participating his legs and pad degree, however he nonetheless has tread left as a top proper guard. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-2 Weight: 225
Davis is not going to bounce off the display screen together with his explosiveness, as he’s extra of a gentle and constant kind. He is an simply identifiable goal due to his dimension, particularly versus zone protection. He can modify and make catches outdoors his body, and he is bodily whereas combating by contact on his routes — being huge and robust are apparent benefits. He continues to be growing as a route runner and as a protection reader. Because of this, and given his age, he presents numerous upside. He is strong in all areas, simply not elite in any. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 5-11 Weight: 208
A nickel with the Saints who has transitioned to security the final two seasons, Gardner-Johnson strikes very nicely, with clean hips and transitions. He covers floor shortly and may cowl tight ends and slot receivers man-to-man. He continues to be studying to deal with like a security ought to. He shouldn’t be bodily. Injuries (together with a torn pec in 2023) have stunted his growth, however I see huge upside given his ability. — Mueller
Age: 30 Height: 6-3 Weight: 335
Reader is extra of a nostril and/or three-technique. He has actually good toes and agility in tight areas, and he performs with a constant motor. He wears out offensive guards with relentless effort, which is spectacular given his dimension. Durability is a little bit of a priority (23 video games missed prior to now 4 seasons). — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-2 Weight: 238
Edwards was the largest shock for me when watching this working again class. He has energy and agility, and he is all the time falling ahead. Even although he’s older, he has juice and acceleration, each laterally and vertically. He additionally has lower than half of the profession touches (729) that Barkley (1,489) and Jacobs (1,502) have. Edwards additionally has an important nostril for sticks and has been approach underutilized within the move recreation. He has excellent fingers, can modify outdoors his body and can break tackles after the catch. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-5 Weight: 258
Wonnum could possibly be extremely coveted by groups that want depth on the sting. He has developed right into a strong, constant participant over the past 4 years, though he’s recovering from {a partially} torn quad. He is one among three Vikings edge rushers (Danielle Hunter, Marcus Davenport) on this record. — Alec Lewis
Age: 31 Height: 5-11 Weight: 200
Opportunities and targets have been restricted for OBJ this season, however his expertise and expertise are nonetheless evident. He can run, he has the explosive skill to separate and he attracts move interference penalties in addition to another participant within the NFL. He adjusts nicely to off-target throws and catches together with his fingers on par with the league’s elite. Even together with his damage historical past, there’s a lot extra within the tank right here if he ought to need to maneuver groups once more. — Mueller
Age: 30 Height: 6-3 Weight: 247
King Henry can nonetheless be a culture-changing, identity-building working again for the precise offense. The query is: Which offense will that be? He has pure imaginative and prescient and nifty toes to choose his approach by the preliminary degree of the protection. Even although he may lack a fifth gear at this stage, he’s nonetheless actually productive together with his distinctive type. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-6 Weight: 330
Hunt, a four-year starter predominantly at proper guard, missed numerous time this 12 months whereas battling a hamstring damage. He actually wants to look at his weight and stamina. He brings numerous mass to the purpose of assault and may get motion and canopy up defenders persistently within the run recreation. His dimension and power give him a pure anchor in move safety as nicely. He simply wants to remain wholesome. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-3 Weight: 350
Onwenu most likely suits finest at guard, however he is been the Patriots’ most natural-footed athlete and most suitable choice at deal with. He lacks very best size, however he performs with an excellent base and approach, permitting him to have excellent place on contact and the flexibility to maintain together with his steadiness and restoration. He has greater than 1,300 profession snaps at each proper deal with and proper guard, together with 386 snaps at left guard. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 330
Entering his ninth NFL season, Robinson is likely to be becoming a member of his fourth NFL crew, however he would not flip 30 till March 2025 and stays an excellent participant. He can play three- or five-technique, which can make him a valued commodity. He’s higher as a run defender than a move rusher, with a nostril for the ball and a capability to slide blocks. — Mueller
Age: 30 Height: 6-7 Weight: 316
Peat is a guard by commerce however stuffed in nicely sufficient at left deal with this 12 months that we’re leaving him within the deal with group, however some may nonetheless see him as a guard. He is powerful, highly effective on affect and may lock on to maintain in each the run and move recreation. He’s not fleet of foot however imposes his will together with his body and bodily presence. He’s a greater participant than numerous proper tackles within the league, though all of his NFL expertise is on the left aspect. — Mueller
Age: 33 Height: 6-4 Weight: 310
Cox can nonetheless rush the passer. His 43 pressures ranked thirteenth amongst all defensive tackles in 2023, in response to TruMedia. With Jordan Davis and Jalen Carter anticipated to step into bigger roles, Cox may develop into a rotational backup if he re-signs with Philadelphia. Retirement can also be a risk. — Brooks Kubena
Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 299
Coleman reveals good quickness, fingers and reactions, together with a powerful really feel for the sport, making him a attainable improve for a lot of NFL groups. He is not the largest or strongest, however he blends a sure persistence with a high-motor depth to be efficient in each the run and move video games. He is extra of a finesse kind than an influence participant in terms of type. Solid NFL middle. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-2 Weight: 310
Wynn is on his second crew after being a first-round decide of the Patriots in 2018. He has additionally performed some at offensive deal with however discovered consolation and his pure place this 12 months at left guard earlier than getting injured in Week 7. He has all of the bodily instruments to be a top expertise, with each quickness and athletic skill, however accidents — he has performed in simply 50 of 99 attainable video games by six seasons — are a significant concern. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 5-9 Weight: 215
Swift may lack the facility and low pad degree of the backs above him right here, however he has loads of wiggle to make individuals miss and burst to flee tacklers in tight areas. He’s simply not the finisher that some bigger-bodied guys are. He catches the ball simply, may be very efficient working angle routes and may modify easily to dangerous throws. Given his youth, he may advantage a three- or four-year contract. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-4 Weight: 249
Fant is healthier than the numbers present. With growth, he nonetheless has the upside that made him a first-round decide in 2019. Part of a three-man rotation at tight finish in Seattle, he ought to have the ability to showcase his expertise extra in a distinct scheme. He can run and separate, with the athletic skill to assault all quadrants of the sector. He additionally has the ball expertise to catch and modify outdoors his body. As a blocker, he reveals power and “want to” as nicely. He could possibly be an excellent worth for any individual. — Mueller
Age: 31 Height: 6-4 Weight: 269
The Macon, Ga., native loved enjoying near house and had his finest season since 2020. Dupree can play outdoors linebacker or a extra conventional defensive finish spot (like he did for the Falcons), which could make him an excellent match for extra groups. — Josh Kendall
Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 311
A Pro Bowler in 2021, Jackson has been a mainstay at left guard on among the finest offensive strains in soccer. He’s cell in area, highly effective on the line of scrimmage and a remarkably constant lineman when wholesome — and he’s younger. The Lions may not have the ability to maintain him. — Colton Pouncy
Age: 33 Height: 6-4 Weight: 295
Hubbard was the Titans’ starter and full-time proper deal with for 9 video games earlier than injuring biceps and lacking the steadiness of the season. He lacks very best dimension however has glorious quickness and agility, notably his lateral agility. He’s not well-known across the league however is hard and constant, and I really like the way in which he competes. I feel he can produce no matter his measurables, even within the again finish of his profession. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-5 Weight: 244
Schultz is a risk within the move recreation due to his athletic skill and physique management. He catches every little thing, can get open on his personal with out scheme assist and is a tricky matchup for linebackers due to his route working instincts. In the run recreation, he is a positional blocker who lacks top-notch power to maintain at occasions. He is worthy of a multiyear deal after settling for a one-year contract final offseason. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-0 Weight: 237
White may be very fast to key and diagnose and is a superb tackler. He is likely to be probably the most versatile of the off-ball linebackers, from each an alignment and ability set standpoint. He can blitz and are available downhill to assault ball carriers. He’s a strong tackler as nicely. He missed three video games in 2023 however has largely been wholesome in his profession. — Mueller
Age: 33 Height: 6-3 Weight: 250
Despite not signing with the Ravens till Week 4, Van Noy had among the finest seasons of his profession, enjoying on a one-year, $1.4 million deal. He confirmed he has loads of juice left, which means he most likely received’t have to attend as lengthy to seek out his 2024 crew. — Jeff Zrebiec
Age: 27 Height: 5-10 Weight: 200
The finest nickel defender on this class, Nixon has a knack for studying and reacting to routes and diagnosing performs. He has catch-up burst to run with crossers and deeper routes. Some may view him as a starter, however at minimal, he needs to be a strong third cornerback/nickel. He additionally brings particular groups worth, incomes first-team All-Pro honors as a kick returner in 2022 and 2023. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-1 Weight: 237
The Texans clearly leaned on Cashman for duty on protection, as he made all of the adjustment calls, shifts to the entrance, and so forth. He can run, has excellent twitch and sees the sport nicely. His reads and reactions are constant, and he has an excellent nostril for the ball. He can go sideline-to-sideline but additionally nonetheless come downhill with some drive. He has a little bit of an damage historical past and simply 21 begins in 5 seasons, however groups shall be . — Mueller
Age: 31 Height: 5-11 Weight: 194
Already a veteran of 4 groups, Nelson is a extra skilled possibility at cornerback who had a strong physique of labor in 2023. He understands play and positions himself accordingly. He nonetheless may be very gentle on his toes, can mirror in man-to-man protection and closes with top-flight suddenness. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 5-10 Weight: 200
Ekeler’s 21 first downs by way of reception led this group of backs in 2023. He is slippery after the catch and runs greater than his dimension, forcing arm tacklers to overlook like a bigger again. He has actually good pure imaginative and prescient to seek out daylight and a nostril for the objective line. He has loads of gasoline left in his tank from a pace and acceleration standpoint, however he is at his finest when supplemented with an early-down again. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-6 Weight: 265
The Vikings may give Davenport an extension to push again a few of his $6.8 million in lifeless cap, however he didn’t do a lot in 2023 to earn one. He battled ankle accidents and performed in solely 4 video games. He has recorded solely 2.5 sacks within the final two seasons mixed however nonetheless has expertise. — Alec Lewis
Age: 30 Height: 5-11 Weight: 193
Another journeyman cornerback who’s nonetheless enjoying nicely, Darby was not a full-time participant in Baltimore (his fifth crew) coming off a torn ACL in 2022. But when he performed, he confirmed the flexibility to run and play man-to-man together with varied zone methods. A keen tackler, he’s nonetheless athletic sufficient to make up floor and shut with suddenness. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-0 Weight: 240
Brooks is a really energetic inside linebacker who actually has no holes in his recreation, however he is barely much less explosive as an athlete than the three linebackers forward of him on this record. He can play on all three downs, and his soccer IQ stands out. The Seahawks appear unlikely to carry again Bobby Wagner, who can also be a free agent, so maybe they will prioritize re-signing Brooks. — Mueller
Age: 38 Height: 6-8 Weight: 282
Campbell began all 17 video games and contributed to the Falcons’ defensive turnaround. He completed the season enjoying at a excessive degree and stated he wish to play at the very least one other 12 months if the circumstances are proper. His probabilities of re-signing in Atlanta declined upon defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen’s transfer to Jacksonville. — Josh Kendall
Age: 26 Height: 6-3 Weight: 316
Biadasz depends on upper-body power and fingers to remain related within the run recreation. He shouldn’t be all the time as sq. on contact as he could possibly be, so he has to struggle to regain his steadiness some. He may be very efficient on angle blocks and double groups. He’s a younger and bettering participant. — Mueller
Age: 33 Height: 6-0 Weight: 190
The Cowboys would most likely like to have Gilmore again for an additional season. He performed nicely in 2023. But already having Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland means Dallas will probably not be keen to spend a lot on its No. 3 cornerback. Gilmore must be keen to take one thing very team-friendly. Jourdan Lewis can also be a free agent. — Jon Machota
Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 242
Van Ginkel can play off the ball or on the sting, the place he impressed in 2023 whereas filling in for the injured Bradley Chubb and Jaelan Phillips, rating tenth in stress price amongst all gamers with at the very least 200 move rush snaps, per TruMedia. He may have untapped potential if he finds a bigger function. — David DeChant
Age: 28 Height: 6-4 Weight: 305
Opeta began six video games in 2023 (5 at proper guard) providing depth whereas the Eagles battled accidents up entrance. He surrendered 21 pressures, fifth-most amongst guards who performed inside his vary of snaps (516), in response to TruMedia, however he is proven flashes to advantage a beginning function. — Brooks Kubena
Age: 28 Height: 5-11 Weight: 195
Samuel has performed primarily within the slot however is likely to be higher suited to maneuver outdoors. No matter the place he performs, his versatility needs to be seen by most groups as a power. He has glorious quickness and explosiveness and may change speeds to stretch defenses. He can be a clear-cut improve for a lot of groups. He is instinctive and will get to open areas shortly towards zone protection. I see him as an undervalued participant who nonetheless has upside, however he can be on his third crew if he leaves Washington. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 5-11 Weight: 198
Fuller’s pace has declined, however his anticipation and instincts assist offset that. Even so, he is approaching 30 and has some knee considerations, making his market a bit murky. With Benjamin St-Juste and Emmanuel Forbes round, he would not appear prone to return to Washington, which can miss his management. — Ben Standig
Age: 34 Height: 6-1 Weight: 233
David is a great and instinctive soccer participant who makes all of the calls and directs site visitors. He’s trusted by coaches and has minimal wasted actions or actions. He’s an environment friendly, regular participant, even when he is slipped a bit from his peak as he enters Year 13. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-1 Weight: 188
Yiadom had his finest season on his fifth crew in 2023, breaking apart 14 passes whereas permitting simply 23 completions on 47 targets, per Pro Football Reference. Through his first 5 seasons, he had simply 13 PBUs whereas permitting 101 completions on 155 targets. He’ll should persuade groups that this season wasn’t an outlier. — David DeChant
Age: 26 Height: 6-6 Weight: 312
Cleveland made 49 begins over three-plus seasons with the Vikings earlier than the Jaguars acquired him on the commerce deadline this season. An offensive deal with at Boise State, he has spent most of his NFL profession at left guard, the place he allowed three sacks on 476 move blocking snaps final season, per TruMedia. — David DeChant
Age: 26 Height: 6-0 Weight: 202
Blackmon is an excellent athlete with vary, straightforward and fluid hips and the flexibility to cowl floor within the deep a part of the sector. He is what we name a “run and hit” man. His center-field monitoring and ball expertise are top-notch, though his damage historical past is prolonged, together with a torn ACL in 2019 at Utah, a torn Achilles in 2021 and a shoulder damage in 2023. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-6 Weight: 260
Epenesa has an excellent mix of pace and energy that makes him unblockable on some reps, although there’s nonetheless some inconsistency to his recreation. Regardless, getting into his age-26 season with 13 sacks within the final two seasons as solely a part-time participant, he has the profile of a participant whom groups flock to in free agency. He may get a much bigger contract than some anticipate. — Joe Buscaglia
Age: 29 Height: 6-0 Weight: 228
Zeke can nonetheless decide his approach by site visitors and put his foot within the floor to speed up with conviction and pop. He nonetheless breaks arm tackles however is likely to be missing the breakaway pace he as soon as had. He’s excellent within the move recreation on screens and dump-offs, getting yards on his personal. He strikes the chains successfully and will simply be thought of a beginning again for a lot of NFL groups. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 300
James has largely stayed wholesome and maintained a baseline degree of play in his three years beginning at middle for the Raiders, however he might be overpowered at occasions. Las Vegas can probably do higher on the place. — Tashan Reed
Age: 27 Height: 5-9 Weight: 180
Brown stays very quick, and he is been productive for stretches, however he is additionally battled nagging accidents and caught simply half of his targets in 2023. He’s very slight and will get knocked off of routes simply, a problem that may be troublesome for offensive coordinators to scheme round. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-5 Weight: 253
Trautman is simpler within the move recreation than the run recreation. He has above-average physique management, and no person adjusted to extra balls outdoors his catching radius — his numbers mirrored this. He lacks very best power and energy within the run recreation however works for place and may lean on defenders. There is extra in his tank from a manufacturing standpoint. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-4 Weight: 322
Charles by no means caught at deal with or guard for Washington, as he battled accidents and inconsistency, together with shedding his beginning job at left guard this previous season. He’s not prone to return to the Commanders. — Ben Standig
Age: 27 Height: 6-2 Weight: 320
Gallimore performed in all 17 video games final season, totaling one sack and two tackles for loss. If the worth is correct, the 2020 third-round decide could possibly be again, however that is dependent upon the Cowboys’ different choices as they appear to enhance their run protection, and whether or not Gallimore can discover a greater function elsewhere. — Jon Machota
Age: 25 Height: 6-7 Weight: 363
Becton is a big man who can create area on affect and canopy up defenders on contact. He lacks very best lateral vary and the flexibility to recuperate when off-balance. His inconsistencies present persistently. His damage historical past can also be regarding, despite the fact that he began 16 of 17 video games in 2023, predominantly at left deal with — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 5-11 Weight: 190
A daily starter in Jacksonville in 2019 and 2020, Herndon has been relegated to the third cornerback function since 2021, enjoying predominantly within the slot. He would not have an interception since 2019, however his expertise and flexibility will supply worth someplace. — David DeChant
Age: 26 Height: 6-5 Weight: 319
For the primary time in his profession, Kinlaw was wholesome for a complete season. He had some midseason struggles towards the run however delivered in huge moments and totaled 35 pressures as a move rusher. The 2020 first-round decide’s future seems to be vivid, and the Niners may wrestle to maintain him. — David Lombardi
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Age: 26 Height: 6-1 Weight: 295
Brewer allowed seven sacks in 2023, per TruMedia, as the entire Titans offensive line struggled. However, he is younger, skilled (40 begins) and versatile (expertise at each left and proper guard), with the mobility that zone-heavy working groups covet. — David DeChant
Age: 26 Height: 6-5 Weight: 312
Williams moved from left deal with to proper deal with this season however has the identical recreation. He may be very fast and athletic, and he can transfer in area with steadiness. He nonetheless lacks energy and anchor as soon as engaged however did a greater job of being bodily in 2023 whereas enjoying each snap for Cincinnati. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-6 Weight: 245
Gesicki is a one-dimensional, pass-catching tight finish who may line up within the slot as a much bigger wideout. Not a prototype Y in a daily personnel group, he must be used as a matchup or crimson zone choice to be productive. His blocking lags behind the tight ends above him on this record. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-3 Weight: 225
Darnold had lower than 50 makes an attempt this season in San Francisco, however he displayed bodily expertise and intangibles, exhibiting why he was drafted extremely in 2018. His arm power, accuracy and talent to course of lastly match right into a scheme for the primary time in his profession. He’s a viable choice to improve a crew if he have been allowed to compete for a beginning job. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-2 Weight: 240
A shock in a great way for me, Smith is a borderline beginning tight finish, however he is extra expert than that, and elevated utilization would enhance his numbers. He’s very able to being an possibility as transfer tight finish or H-back. He runs nicely and may stretch the sector, which may make him a worth signing. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-2 Weight: 228
The third linebacker behind Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw with the 49ers, Al-Shaair adopted Ran Carthon to Tennessee final offseason on a one-year deal and completed fifth within the NFL with 163 tackles. He can enhance his protection consciousness, however he is a starting-caliber participant who may nonetheless have upside. — David DeChant
Age: 33 Height: 6-8 Weight: 327
Even although Lucas performed lower than 25 p.c of the snaps for Washington (all on the left aspect) in 2023, his size and approach have confirmed to be very efficient at combatting pace rushes and defending on an island at deal with. He may simply be a beginning possibility for a needy crew, or at the very least as a 3rd offensive deal with. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-0 Weight: 209
In Pollard’s first 12 months because the Cowboys’ “bell cow,” I’d give him a B-minus. He lacks energy and downhill physicality between the tackles, however he is nifty and runs with good steadiness. He could be a issue breaking arm tackles and as a receiver out of the backfield. He runs with self-discipline and intentionality however shouldn’t be a creator of performs on his personal. — Mueller
Age: 35 Height: 6-1 Weight: 217
Even at 35, Taylor could be a strong backup. He makes good choices for probably the most half and may administrate the offense whereas providing plus athletic skill. He has sufficient arm, will get the ball out shortly and may throw precisely downfield. — Mueller
Age: 34 Height: 6-0 Weight: 242
Wagner led the NFL in tackles in 2023, however he cannot transfer like he used to. He wish to play a thirteenth NFL season, and he’d love to do it sporting a Seahawks uniform, however with Pete Carroll out as coach, a reunion would seem unlikely. Seahawks linebackers Jordyn Brooks and Devin Bush are additionally free brokers. — Michael-Shawn Dugar
Age: 36 Height: 6-4 Weight: 217
Best suited as a backup at this stage, Tannehill can nonetheless course of protection, however his launch appears to have slowed a bit. He is athletic and might be deceptively efficient whereas extending performs or tucking and working for a primary down. His arm velocity is common at this level in his profession, and the ball doesn’t bounce off his hand. He can stand within the pocket, if protected, and make most NFL throws. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 5-7 Weight: 203
A flexible, undersized however productive again, Singletary makes use of lateral quickness greater than explosive north-south pace to make defenders miss. He has pure imaginative and prescient to seek out holes however can go down simply at occasions due to his smaller body. He’s an excellent match within the Texans’ scheme. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 5-11 Weight: 198
Savage flashed his expertise throughout an all-rookie first season, however by no means really lived as much as that playmaking potential over the following 4 years. He missed seven video games this season with a recurring calf damage. The Packers have choices to make with a number of contributing defensive backs hitting free agency. — Matt Schneidman
Age: 25 Height: 5-11 Weight: 210
Not tendered as a restricted free agent final offseason, Stone re-signed with the Ravens on a lowered deal and had one of the best 12 months of his profession. He led the AFC with seven interceptions and began 11 video games. Also a strong particular groups participant, Stone has earned himself a nice-sized contract and a beginning spot. — Jeff Zrebiec
Age: 28 Height: 6-7 Weight: 314
Nijman wasn’t a daily starter in 2023, however he is skilled on either side, particularly at left deal with. He has dimension, athleticism and the flexibility to bend, working to have interaction his decrease physique as a run blocker and move blocker. He catches greater than he punches, however he performs beneath management with the steadiness to recuperate. He has the size to play on an island and truly was efficient towards top move rushers. He is hesitant at occasions to see and react to stunts, however that ought to enhance with reps. — Mueller
Age: 30 Height: 6-1 Weight: 203
Pringle is not a family title, however he has an important mixture of dimension and pace, plus dependable fingers when throws come his approach (69.5 catch price in his profession). He additionally has some juice as a kick returner. He may match properly in an offense that wants a speedy third or fourth receiver. — David DeChant
Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 254
Hooper nonetheless has the fingers, physique management and really feel versus zone protection to be very productive. He cannot run like he as soon as may however is efficient due to his soccer IQ and constant skill to separate on quick routes. — Mueller
Age: 32 Height: 6-5 Weight: 322
A 3rd deal with possibility who began 13 video games on the precise aspect as an damage alternative in 2023, Fant has all the time been one of many higher athletes on the place. He simply lacks very best energy and anchor. Assuming Tytus Howard returns wholesome for the Texans in 2024, Fant would probably return to the bench if he re-signs with Houston. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 5-7 Weight: 207
The 2020 first-round decide, who has battled accidents all through his profession, wound up being the Chiefs’ major backup to Isiah Pacheco. He actually has a knack for making defenders miss after the catch, averaging 13.4 YAC per reception, tops on this group. He is faster than he’s quick and may achieve yards when performs usually are not blocked as designed. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-3 Weight: 240
Uche appeared primed for a giant payday, however that most likely received’t be on the desk after his manufacturing dipped. In 2022, he was one of many NFL’s leaders in stress price, notching 11.5 sacks. But with out Matthew Judon on the opposite aspect for many of 2023, Uche’s stress price and sack numbers (3.5) dipped. Now he’s probably headed towards a one-year, prove-it deal. — Chad Graff
Age: 27 Height: 6-2 Weight: 327
A four-year starter in Seattle (the final three seasons at left guard), Lewis is likely to be a little bit bit heavy, which affected his stamina late in video games. But that dimension helps him get important push within the run recreation. As a move blocker, he is inconsistent adjusting laterally however holds up very nicely towards energy rushes. His agility is what worries me probably the most, however for groups that prioritize a downhill run recreation, he’d be an excellent match. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-5 Weight: 312
Williams battled nagging accidents in school and early in his NFL profession, after which he missed the second half of 2023 with a torn ACL. He has proven spectacular stretches whereas enjoying guard and middle, however sturdiness is a big concern. — David DeChant
Age: 36 Height: 6-2 Weight: 265
The ageless surprise desires to come back again to Philly for what he known as a one-year “farewell tour.” It’s arduous to mission Graham’s future as something aside from 1) enjoying for the Eagles in 2024 or 2) retiring. His snap share has steadily diminished from 69 p.c in 2020 to 33 p.c in 2023, however he is nonetheless an environment friendly move rusher. — Brooks Kubena
Age: 29 Height: 6-5 Weight: 235
Rudolph confirmed sufficient whereas beginning the Steelers’ final three regular-season video games to earn a shot to compete. He confirmed improved poise and pocket consciousness to go together with his spectacular deep ball skill, which was evident in school at Oklahoma State. He is a viable backup in the precise scheme. — Mueller
Age: 32 Height: 6-1 Weight: 236
Hicks was a captain and known as the Vikings’ defensive alerts, and he carried out admirably on the sector. He’s not the quickest nor probably the most bodily, however his self-discipline and expertise will maintain any protection in verify. Although he missed 4 video games in 2023, he beforehand hadn’t missed a recreation since 2018, placing early-career damage woes behind him. — Alec Lewis
Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 255
Armstrong would get much more consideration if the Cowboys didn’t have already got Micah Parsons, DeMarcus Lawrence and Sam Williams. He is an efficient participant, ending second on the crew in sacks every of the final two seasons (8.5 in 2022, 7.5 in 2023) regardless of making solely six whole begins. His price ticket will probably be too excessive for Dallas. — Jon Machota
Age: 31 Height: 6-4 Weight: 235
Brissett was remarkably environment friendly in aid of Sam Howell — main touchdowns on 5 consecutive possessions — however that should not be the expectation. If Washington brings him again on a one- or two-year contract, he would mentor whichever rookie it drafts at No. 2. — Ben Standig
Age: 34 Height: 6-1 Weight: 212
Gipson has been a revelation for the 49ers since they signed him through the 2022 preseason following Jimmie Ward’s damage. The Niners retained Gipson for $2.9 million final season. With Talanoa Hufanga rehabbing from a torn ACL, one other one-year deal may make sense if Gipson chooses to proceed enjoying. — David Lombardi
Age: 29 Height: 6-1 Weight: 235
Walker struggled with a handful of accidents late within the 2023 season after lacking most of 2022 with a quad damage. The linebacker place appears to rank final in positional precedence with the oldsters working the Browns, so he probably will not be again. — Zac Jackson
Age: 29 Height: 6-2 Weight: 234
Tranquill was a key a part of the Chiefs’ deep linebacker rotation, tying for third on the crew in tackles within the common season regardless of enjoying simply 57 p.c of the snaps. He’s a harmful blitzer who excels at creating damaging performs, logging 9.5 sacks, 15 QB hits, 17 tackles for loss and three pressured fumbles over the past two seasons. — David DeChant
Age: 29 Height: 6-5 Weight: 312
Risner hit the open market final offseason and was not as wanted as he hoped. He signed with Minnesota three weeks into September and have become a starter at left guard in Week 7. Pass safety is his power. The Vikings are prone to need Risner again, however they received’t be the one crew . — Alec Lewis
Age: 29 Height: 6-0 Weight: 179
Wallace had six interceptions and 24 passes defensed in his two seasons with the Steelers, who would like to have him again however will not take into account him a excessive precedence. He shouldn’t be in excessive demand, which might permit the Steelers to snoop round for any individual youthful with extra upside. — Mark Kaboly
Age: 28 Height: 6-1 Weight: 225
Minshew stepped right into a less-than-ideal state of affairs after Anthony Richardson’s damage and performed profitable soccer in 2023. He completed with 18 whole TDs (15 passing, three speeding) towards 14 whole turnovers (9 interceptions, 5 misplaced fumbles), so it wasn’t all the time fairly, however I feel Indianapolis ought to prioritize bringing him again. — James Boyd
Age: 29 Height: 6-2 Weight: 236
An instinctive participant, Jewell has the soccer IQ to administrate the protection, make calls and get others lined up. He depends on his reads and reactions greater than pace and vary, however he reveals a constant nostril for the ball and has been productive. He will not make performs past the scope of the scheme, however his self-discipline shall be welcome wherever. — Mueller
Age: 30 Height: 6-4 Weight: 260
Swaim is one of the best and most constant run blocker of all tight ends on this class. He’s bodily, sturdy and really keen — which shouldn’t be assumed as a given, even on the NFL degree. He does the soiled work. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 5-10 Weight: 210
Released by the Vikings, Cook flopped with the Jets earlier than being waived, then went unclaimed on waivers and performed sparingly for Baltimore in a single playoff recreation. As low as his inventory is now, he averaged 4.4 yards per carry in 2022 and would not flip 30 till August 2025. — David DeChant
Age: 27 Height: 5-11 Weight: 203
Osborn had a disappointing season, dropping seven passes, in response to PFF. But he was not often the first learn, and he is a powerful blocker and runner after the catch. He’s most likely in line for a short-term deal between $5 million and $8 million. — Alec Lewis
Age: 25 Height: 6-1 Weight: 205
Injured for many of the 2023 season, Henderson — who was a first-round decide by the Jaguars on 2020 — has the peak, weight and ability set to be a high quality cornerback. He simply wants a bigger physique of labor. He would rank greater if wholesome. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-2 Weight: 229
Untendered by the Packers as a restricted free agent final offseason, Barnes joined the Cardinals and flashed as a part-time starter, logging 55 tackles and 6 passes defensed in solely 408 defensive snaps. Arizona has loads of cap area if it desires to maintain him. — David DeChant
Age: 39 Height: 6-6 Weight: 245
I discover it arduous to consider any crew goes to make Flacco its starter, however he performed nicely sufficient to attract curiosity — and possibly command extra money than the Browns wish to pay a backup QB. Given Flacco’s recognition within the locker room, can Cleveland danger bringing him again in case Deshaun Watson struggles, or would that undermine Watson? — Zac Jackson
Age: 29 Height: 6-2 Weight: 196
Davis has very best bodily traits. The Chargers noticed these traits flip into congruous manufacturing solely in spurts, nevertheless, as he excelled late in 2022 however struggled in 2023. A line-up-and-play, heavy-man-coverage system could possibly be a greater match than Brandon Staley’s scheme was. — Daniel Popper
Age: 26 Height: 6-2 Weight: 203
A starter from Day 1 regardless of being drafted within the sixth spherical, Fuller has been productive and does an excellent job of minimizing injury on the again finish. He shouldn’t be a dynamic athlete, neither is he bodily, however he reveals good understanding and instincts. He simply lacks the burst and very best play pace to be a long-term reply for the Rams. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-0 Weight: 208
Rapp was signed to be the Bills’ third security, however when he was requested to begin, he struggled. He was a contact too late on some big-play makes an attempt and accrued some reckless private foul penalties. However, Rapp continues to be younger and will discover a secure beginning function for a modest wage this offseason. — Joe Buscaglia
Age: 30 Height: 6-4 Weight: 231
Winston has match nicely within the Saints’ locker room, however he is been uneven in 21 appearances (10 begins) with New Orleans over the past 4 seasons. His finest stretch got here throughout seven video games as a starter in 2021 earlier than tearing his ACL. His coach that season, Sean Payton, may want a brand new QB in Denver … — David DeChant
Age: 30 Height: 6-2 Weight: 305
Rankins has a powerful all-around ability set, offering versatility in the place he can align and his type of play. He’s agile and may get an edge as an inside rusher. He additionally performs nicely together with his fingers and reveals good vary, even outdoors the deal with field. His effort and anticipation stay strengths as he enters his ninth season. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 5-11 Weight: 200
An All-Pro special-teamer in 2022, Reaves’ 2023 season ended early as a result of a torn ACL, however he could possibly be a helpful third security for any individual. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-1 Weight: 312
A daily starter in 2021 and 2022 with the Rams, Gaines was relegated to a backup function in Tampa, the place his numbers dipped whereas enjoying behind Vita Vea, Calijah Kancey and Logan Hall. He’s not a lot of a move rusher, however he ought to present worth in a D-line rotation. — David DeChant
Age: 28 Height: 5-11 Weight: 185
Jackson is coming off his worst season with the Giants since signing a three-year, $39 million contract in 2021. His sturdiness considerations (18 video games missed from 2020 to 2021) continued in New York, as he missed 14 video games in three seasons. He can nonetheless cowl, and his flexibility to play within the slot provides worth, however he struggles with tackling. — Dan Duggan
Age: 29 Height: 6-2 Weight: 203
All indicators level to the top in Cincinnati for Boyd, who ought to have a market amongst groups looking for a slot receiver. His reliability and savvy shall be gold for any crew grooming a younger quarterback. He’ll most likely find yourself with a multiyear deal within the $7-9 million per season vary, which might be too wealthy for the Bengals’ steadiness sheet. — Paul Dehner Jr.
Age: 31 Height: 6-5 Weight: 242
Gregory continues to be a gifted move rusher. He can flip the nook, however he may flip straight-line pace into energy. He struggles to carry a disciplined edge and preserve leverage towards ball carriers and scrambling QBs. He will get caught inside persistently. But his effort with the 49ers was good, and he may present worth as a situational move rusher on an inexpensive deal someplace. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 5-11 Weight: 210
Owens entered the beginning lineup due to damage in 2023 however held onto his beginning spot. Outside of a few obtrusive missed tackles towards the Chargers and 49ers, he wasn’t a legal responsibility, though the Packers may use extra of a game-changer on the place. — Matt Schneidman
Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 228
Lock has appeared in solely 4 video games (two begins) since 2021, highlighted by his 92-yard, game-winning landing drive towards the Eagles this season. He stays turnover-prone (three INTs on 76 makes an attempt in 2023), however maybe that shining second will draw a couple of suitors. — David DeChant
Age: 28 Height: 6-2 Weight: 215
Known primarily for his blocking, Brown posted a career-high 567 receiving yards in simply 10 video games in 2023, averaging 17.2 yards per catch (fourth-best amongst all gamers with at the very least 30 receptions). His ability set ought to curiosity groups that want a high quality third or fourth receiver. — David DeChant
Age: 33 Height: 6-6 Weight: 281
Sturdily constructed with sturdy fingers, Gholston has been a high quality run defender all through his profession, enjoying base finish in a 4-3 scheme or five- and three-technique in a 3-4. His snaps dipped in 2023, however he ought to nonetheless contribute to a rotation someplace. — David DeChant
Age: 27 Height: 6-3 Weight: 225
An undersized edge rusher in school, Baun performed nearly solely off the ball for the Saints in his first three seasons. Back on the sting in 2023, he confirmed flashes, beating Penei Sewell cleanly for his first profession sack and posting 4 QB hits and 11 pressures over the ultimate six video games. Perhaps one other crew will present a greater match. — David DeChant
Age: 30 Height: 6-4 Weight: 222
Mariota stays a strong backup with good mobility, which is beneficial behind one of many league’s extra cell starters in Jalen Hurts. Will the Eagles retain him, or will they like 2023 sixth-round decide Tanner McKee (or another person)? — Brooks Kubena
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