NFL free company is quick approaching, providing the primary window for groups to enhance this offseason, offered they signal the suitable gamers.
These are my rankings and scouting reviews of the highest 150 free brokers out there, formed by a ton of movie work and perspective from a few years main NFL personnel departments. This won’t be precisely the way you see it, however that’s why Baskin-Robbins has 31 flavors.
Just a few notes:
• Whereas these rankings consider age (as of Sept. 5, the scheduled date of the 2024 season opener) and identified harm historical past, they don’t contemplate 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 invaluable. At some positions, I’ve estimated play velocity from what I can see on tape (not timed 40-yard-dash velocity — there’s a distinction). At instances, I’ve used play velocity as a differentiator.
• If I have been with an NFL group, this might be just one a part of a multilevel course of to determine consensus inside the constructing. That consensus is lacking from any rankings you’ll see, right here or elsewhere. You’ll be able to learn extra about my standards and the way an NFL GM approaches free company right here.
With that, let’s dive in.
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Age: 26 Top: 6-5 Weight: 250
Burns matches all the factors groups search for in free company: age, athletic capacity and all-around recreation. His manufacturing was restricted considerably by the Panthers’ scheme, however his suddenness and go rush package deal ought to translate to higher-volume manufacturing. Offenses will need to have a plan to take care of his capacity every week. Carolina turned down a number of first-round picks for Burns in 2022, so the franchise tag appears doubtless. — Randy Mueller
Age: 29 Top: 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 tips on how to set the sting with size and get off of blocks in opposition to the run. His ability set is tough to search out, and regardless of coming into his tenth season, he does not flip 30 till October. — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 6-3 Weight: 305
Madubuike is a extremely good participant who tasks to a Professional Bowl stage in any scheme. He shocks blockers on impression with heavy palms and explosive power however also can beat you with quickness and agility. He blends all standards higher than any defensive sort out on this checklist. The Ravens typically let gamers stroll for compensatory picks, however Madubuike is a special caliber of participant. The franchise tag or an extension appears doubtless. — Mueller
Age: 30 Top: 6-6 Weight: 310
Jones isn’t any much less impactful than Madubuike, and he has a knack for making massive performs. His energy and quickness are uncommon when he’s engaged with want. Stamina is at all times a little bit of a query, however he’s unblockable when he is taking part in laborious. I count on the Chiefs to worth him greater than different groups due to how completely he matches their protection. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 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 properly. He is additionally detailed and managed as a route runner, which makes him the most effective three-down again out there, even with sturdiness issues (25 video games missed in six seasons, three in 2023). Greater than only a working again, he’s a weapon. Different groups may worth him greater than the Giants do. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 6-5 Weight: 255
Allen put up excellent manufacturing in 2023, however he was not fairly as constant on movie. He is participant with elite expertise, however at instances, he was not as sudden as a rusher or in pursuit as he has been up to now. He picked his spots some. That stated, he’ll nonetheless be in excessive demand (if the Jaguars do not tag him). There may be nonetheless upside right here, which is frightening. — Mueller
Age: 36 Top: 6-3 Weight: 205
Cousins is prime in each side of his recreation however at instances may be mechanical and robotic. He’s fairly environment friendly and has good intangibles. A troublesome chief who will stand within the pocket and may ship most NFL throws, he has taken his ability set to the next stage together with his thoughts and remains to be able to being a mid-tier beginning QB within the league, even coming off a major harm. Will the Vikings be capable of hold him as different suitors come calling? — Mueller
Age: 25 Top: 6-0 Weight: 196
Johnson will hit the market (if the Bears do not tag or re-sign him earlier than free company) 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 properly to throws utilizing his size, timing and ball expertise. In a skinny, growing older cornerback class — solely two made my prime 65, and solely 4 of the 13 in my prime 150 are below age 28 — Johnson is the most effective and the youngest. — Mueller
Age: 31 Top: 6-4 Weight: 275
Smith stunned me as an addition to the highest 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 palms and is actually laborious to dam in opposition to the run as properly. His motor will assist his group’s defensive tradition, and he is stayed largely wholesome since having again surgical procedure in 2021. — Mueller
Age: 28 Top: 6-4 Weight: 310
Wilkins is an extremely versatile defensive sort out, given the place he aligns and his capacity to mix quickness with energy. He can play in any scheme. He is sturdy on the level of assault but additionally has athletic capacity and vary. He is a extremely good participant, and his worth retains climbing after a profession season. Will the Dolphins be capable of hold him? — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 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 exterior linebacker in base defenses. He must 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 Top: 5-10 Weight: 223
Jacobs, who missed 4 video games in 2023, has most of the similar traits as Barkley, together with energy, good pad stage 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. However he carries the ball with a way of anger and physicality that few have, and that’s value paying a premium for. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 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 does not belief his approach, penalties have been an issue. He’s very robust and bodily for his place, displaying the willingness to combine it up in opposition to each the run and go. His power is likely to be in the best way he performs the ball in the meanwhile of fact. The Chiefs, who even have DT Chris Jones hitting free company, let Charvarius Ward stroll in 2022. What’s going to they do with Sneed? — Mueller
Age: 25 Top: 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 velocity helps him meet up with nearly anybody. Youth, athletic capacity and instincts are all on his facet. He is my favourite among the many out there safeties. Will the Giants contemplate the franchise tag (projected at $16.3 million)? — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 6-4 Weight: 315
Cushenberry has the mixture of power and agility that everybody seems 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 ft upon impression. He is a extremely good participant, and he seems more likely to hit the market given how a lot Denver has invested elsewhere up entrance. — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 5-9 Weight: 203
A primary-team All-Professional, Winfield was the best DB on this class on paper. He’s nice within the field and has each a nostril for the ball and the instincts to anticipate in opposition to the run and the go. He’s additionally blitzer. His versatility is excellent — he can play the nickel spot, too — and he is at all times across the ball. He ought to get prime cash for the place, if the Bucs let him attain the market. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 6-4 Weight: 321
Dotson, who performed on the suitable facet in L.A., has excellent ft 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 could be very efficient at displacing go rushers. He is likely one of the few free brokers on this class who can knock folks again on impression to create house. The Rams say they’d prefer to hold him, however he is a extremely good participant who ought to have a considerable market regardless of some harm historical past (11 video games missed since 2021, three in 2023). — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 6-3 Weight: 255
Huff is a job participant, as a go rush specialist, however he has been very productive. He will get off the ball and below blocks as a go rusher with unbelievable upfield burst. His strain price is the most effective on this free-agent class. His play in opposition to the run is a piece in progress and should enhance for him to turn into a full-time participant. The Jets — who’ve already spent vital cash and draft capital on the D-line — may battle to afford him. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 6-4 Weight: 307
Runyan performs with wonderful 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 also can play with bend and a stable punch. He is creating into one of many higher guards within the NFC. The Packers have already paid left guard Elgton Jenkins, so Runyan will doubtless hit the market. — Mueller
Age: 29 Top: 6-1 Weight: 215
Mayfield slot in properly in Tampa together with his intangibles and management. His ability set and expertise are sufficient to win video games within the NFL, however he’s not dynamic and will not wow you with anyone attribute. He is a really practical NFL starter, although. He ought to get a considerable elevate from the $4 million he signed for in 2023. — Mueller
Age: 36 Top: 6-3 Weight: 295
Studies have stated Kelce is retiring, however he has but to deal with his future publicly. Even at age 36, he places on a clinic in approach and tips on how to play the middle place. His footwork is a masterclass, and each step is intentional. He is by no means damage, not lacking a recreation since 2014. If he elects to proceed taking part in, some group (most definitely the Eagles, the one group Kelce has performed for) will get a front-line heart. — Mueller
Age: 31 Top: 6-3 Weight: 240
Floyd is the second 30-something to crack this checklist as an edge participant. He has an entire recreation, a nostril for the soccer and performs laborious persistently, even with eight seasons below his belt. That effort can be good for a group’s tradition, however that may not be on the Payments, as Floyd has stated he’ll “go the place the cash goes” in free company. — Mueller
Age: 29 Top: 6-1 Weight: 190
Ridley represents the most effective mixture of dimension, velocity and palms 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’ll frustrate you with occasional drops, but it surely’s extra about missing focus than palms. 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 a substitute owe a second-rounder. — Mueller
Age: 30 Top: 6-5 Weight: 300
Williams’ body is uncommon, and he matches finest as a five-technique in a three-man line, which is actually laborious to search out. His size and hand utilization are two of his largest attributes. He is not a talented, high-level go rusher however could be very efficient versus each the run and go. His type and substance mirror Wilkins, however he is been a shade much less productive and is 2 years older. — Mueller
Age: 32 Top: 6-4 Weight: 320
Overlook the numbers. Accidents 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 go 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 matches finest at nostril and three-technique. The Payments, 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 Top: 6-4 Weight: 330
Eluemunor has performed proper sort out in Las Vegas however may even be seen as a left sort out by some groups. He’s a pure athlete with the ft and clean agility to remain sq. on his targets, particularly in go safety. His capacity to get better and play with constant steadiness provides him a large step up on the competitors on this free-agent sort out pool. He makes it look simple at instances. — Mueller
Age: 25 Top: 6-0 Weight: 230
The Ravens declined Queen’s fifth-year choice after they paid Roquan Smith, however contemplating Queen’s age, instincts and playmaking manufacturing, he’s the best choice at this place. He can run, blitz and play the run or go equally properly. He may be impulsive at instances, however he flies round and makes performs. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 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 palms however also can pull, lead and modify. He must turn into extra constant, however he strikes defenders in each the run and go recreation. He is trending to be a extremely good participant, and the Ravens are likely to let gamers signal elsewhere (and acquire compensatory picks). Proper guard Kevin Zeitler can also be a free agent. — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 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 capacity to separate from protection at each stage. His capacity to stretch the sector can pressure opponents to defend the offense in a different way. His numbers will improve in a special scheme if the ball is delivered on time. Mooney does lack dimension, so he may be affected by incidental contact. Contested catches are the one small query I’ve. — Mueller
Age: 29 Top: 6-5 Weight: 258
Henry is a flexible, do-everything choice who catches the ball properly 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 dearth of expertise round him. He is additionally an sufficient blocker who can maintain to make all blocks wanted within the run recreation. He is searching for his third NFL contract after taking part in out his three-year, $37.5 million deal in New England. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 6-3 Weight: 235
Luvu is a extremely good participant regardless of being on his NFL second group. He’s very instinctive and blends explosive pop with velocity and athletic capacity. He is typically everywhere in the subject, working and hitting every part — and ball carriers go down when he hits them. He is additionally a extremely good blitzer with some pure go speeding ability, and he is hitting the market together with his inventory at its peak. — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 6-4 Weight: 223
Pittman is a first-down machine. His dimension and elite catch radius make him one of many prime 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 won’t possess deep velocity, however he has aggressive velocity to take brief throws and switch them into way more than the play design meant. I might not be stunned if Pittman will get tagged due to his manufacturing and the way he affords the Colts’ QBs safety. His dimension means he is open persistently, even when coated. — Mueller
Age: 33 Top: 6-5 Weight: 320
Smith remains 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 tips on how to lower 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 Top: 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 stunned at how little juice I noticed on tape. He is not an elite athlete for the place, however I believe he’s higher than his well being allowed, as this season was not the most effective reflection of his ability set. He’s an enormous goal who’s simplest on slants and utilizing his physique to display off defenders. He can deceptively eat up cushion together with his lengthy stride, and his size and catch radius enable him to make contested catches. He is likely to be extra invaluable to the Bengals than to the remainder of the league, and I would not be stunned in the event that they tagged him. — Mueller
Age: 34 Top: 6-5 Weight: 285
Autry was a shock entry to this checklist 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 house. He performs like a youthful man at a place the place high quality choices don’t turn into out there typically. — Mueller
Age: 28 Top: 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 properly. His get-off and skill to rise up and down the road of scrimmage are his largest strengths. He raised his inventory significantly with a career-best season in 2023. — Mueller
Age: 25 Top: 6-5 Weight: 264
Younger performed properly within the Tremendous Bowl, however he ranked No. 24 of 43 qualifying edge rushers in Professional Soccer Focus’ go rush productiveness over his time with the 49ers and had pursuit points within the NFC Championship Recreation in opposition to the Lions. Any issues about effort appeared rectified in opposition to the Chiefs, and Younger’s explosive efficiency ought to seize the NFL’s consideration. Whether or not he returns might be a matter of worth. — David Lombardi
Age: 31 Top: 6-5 Weight: 231
Evans had a season finest described as up and down. He performed indignant at instances and infrequently appeared pissed off by little issues, which confirmed in his physique language. However he’s nonetheless an enormous, 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 suitable group and scheme is paramount. — Mueller
Age: 29 Top: 6-3 Weight: 194
Do not dismiss Reynolds due to his key drops within the NFC Championship Recreation — per PFF, he had solely three drops throughout the entire common season. He has dimension and a stable catch radius and made massive grabs for his group all season lengthy. He’s bodily, combating by contact and drawing his share of go interference calls. His velocity will not be elite, however he has the physique management to get out and in of breaks very properly for an enormous man. He must be a stable No. 2 WR within the league. — Mueller
Age: 31 Top: 6-5 Weight: 255
Baltimore proved to be the proper 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 massive bucks on the skin linebacker place. — Jeff Zrebiec
Age: 26 Top: 5-10 Weight: 201
Gilman got here out of nowhere and actually impressed me. He is very instinctive and has athletic expertise that persistently put him in place to make performs. He closes with first-step acceleration and instances go breakups very properly. He’ll sort out and play the run by wrapping with physicality. He additionally has a knack for the ball, at all times getting his palms on it. A sixth-round decide who has began just one full season, he may fly below the radar and show to be a cut price. — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 6-3 Weight: 220
Do not be discouraged by the dearth of numbers. Chinn can run, sort out 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 12 months in 2020 is a greater participant than the numbers present. — Mueller
Age: 28 Top: 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 affords exactly what many trendy defenses search, with the scale of a linebacker and the athleticism to drop deep as a security. — Chad Graff
Age: 34 Top: 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 stage, however he nonetheless has tread left as a prime proper guard. — Mueller
Age: 25 Top: 6-2 Weight: 225
Davis is not going to soar off the display together with his explosiveness, as he’s extra of a gradual and constant kind. He’s an simply identifiable goal due to his dimension, particularly versus zone protection. He can modify and make catches exterior his body, and he is bodily whereas combating by contact on his routes — being massive and robust are apparent benefits. He’s nonetheless creating as a route runner and as a protection reader. Due to this, and given his age, he affords a whole lot of upside. He’s stable in all areas, simply not elite in any. — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 5-11 Weight: 208
A nickel with the Saints who has transitioned to security the final two seasons, Gardner-Johnson strikes very properly, with clean hips and transitions. He covers floor shortly and may cowl tight ends and slot receivers man-to-man. He’s nonetheless studying to sort out like a security ought to. He’s not bodily. Accidents (together with a torn pec in 2023) have stunted his improvement, however I see massive upside given his ability. — Mueller
Age: 30 Top: 6-3 Weight: 335
Reader is extra of a nostril and/or three-technique. He has actually good ft 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. Sturdiness is a little bit of a priority (23 video games missed up to now 4 seasons). — Mueller
Age: 29 Top: 6-2 Weight: 238
Edwards was the most important shock for me when watching this working again class. He has energy and agility, and he is at all times falling ahead. Regardless that 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 manner underutilized within the go recreation. He has excellent palms, can modify exterior his body and can break tackles after the catch. — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 6-5 Weight: 258
Wonnum could possibly be extremely coveted by groups that want depth on the sting. He has developed right into a stable, constant participant over the past 4 years, though he’s recovering from {a partially} torn quad. He’s one in all three Vikings edge rushers (Danielle Hunter, Marcus Davenport) on this checklist. — Alec Lewis
Age: 31 Top: 5-11 Weight: 200
Alternatives and targets have been restricted for OBJ this season, however his expertise and expertise are nonetheless evident. He can run, he has the explosive capacity to separate and he attracts go interference penalties in addition to some other participant within the NFL. He adjusts properly to off-target throws and catches together with his palms on par with the league’s elite. Even together with his harm historical past, there may be loads extra within the tank right here if he ought to want to maneuver groups once more. — Mueller
Age: 30 Top: 6-3 Weight: 247
King Henry can nonetheless be a culture-changing, identity-building working again for the suitable offense. The query is: Which offense will that be? He has pure imaginative and prescient and nifty ft to choose his manner by the preliminary stage of the protection. Regardless that he may lack a fifth gear at this stage, he’s nonetheless actually productive together with his distinctive type. — Mueller
Age: 28 Top: 6-6 Weight: 330
Hunt, a four-year starter predominantly at proper guard, missed a whole lot of time this 12 months whereas battling a hamstring harm. He actually wants to observe his weight and stamina. He brings a whole lot of 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 go safety as properly. He simply wants to remain wholesome. — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 6-3 Weight: 350
Onwenu most likely matches finest at guard, however he is been the Patriots’ most natural-footed athlete and best choice at sort out. He lacks perfect size, however he performs with 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 sort out and proper guard, together with 386 snaps at left guard. — Mueller
Age: 29 Top: 6-4 Weight: 330
Coming into his ninth NFL season, Robinson is likely to be becoming a member of his fourth NFL group, however he does not flip 30 till March 2025 and stays participant. He can play three- or five-technique, which is able to make him a valued commodity. He is higher as a run defender than a go rusher, with a nostril for the ball and a capability to slide blocks. — Mueller
Age: 30 Top: 6-7 Weight: 316
Peat is a guard by commerce however stuffed in properly sufficient at left sort out this 12 months that we’re leaving him within the sort out group, however some may nonetheless see him as a guard. He’s sturdy, highly effective on impression and may lock on to maintain in each the run and go recreation. He is not fleet of foot however imposes his will together with his body and bodily presence. He is a greater participant than a whole lot of proper tackles within the league, though all of his NFL expertise is on the left facet. — Mueller
Age: 33 Top: 6-4 Weight: 310
Cox can nonetheless rush the passer. His 43 pressures ranked thirteenth amongst all defensive tackles in 2023, in accordance with TruMedia. With Jordan Davis and Jalen Carter anticipated to step into bigger roles, Cox may turn into a rotational backup if he re-signs with Philadelphia. Retirement can also be a chance. — Brooks Kubena
Age: 29 Top: 6-4 Weight: 299
Coleman reveals good quickness, palms and reactions, together with a robust really feel for the sport, making him a doable improve for a lot of NFL groups. He is not the most important or strongest, however he blends a sure persistence with a high-motor depth to be efficient in each the run and go video games. He’s extra of a finesse kind than an influence participant relating to type. Strong NFL heart. — Mueller
Age: 28 Top: 6-2 Weight: 310
Wynn is on his second group after being a first-round decide of the Patriots in 2018. He has additionally performed some at offensive sort out 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 prime expertise, with each quickness and athletic capacity, however accidents — he has performed in simply 50 of 99 doable video games by six seasons — are a serious concern. — Mueller
Age: 25 Top: 5-9 Weight: 215
Swift may lack the facility and low pad stage of the backs above him right here, however he has loads of wiggle to make folks miss and burst to flee tacklers in tight areas. He is simply not the finisher that some bigger-bodied guys are. He catches the ball simply, could be very efficient working angle routes and may modify easily to unhealthy throws. Given his youth, he may advantage a three- or four-year contract. — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 6-4 Weight: 249
Fant is healthier than the numbers present. With improvement, he nonetheless has the upside that made him a first-round decide in 2019. A part of a three-man rotation at tight finish in Seattle, he ought to be capable of showcase his expertise extra in a special scheme. He can run and separate, with the athletic capacity to assault all quadrants of the sector. He additionally has the ball expertise to catch and modify exterior his body. As a blocker, he reveals power and “wish to” as properly. He could possibly be worth for anyone. — Mueller
Age: 31 Top: 6-4 Weight: 269
The Macon, Ga., native loved taking part in near dwelling and had his finest season since 2020. Dupree can play exterior linebacker or a extra conventional defensive finish spot (like he did for the Falcons), which could make him match for extra groups. — Josh Kendall
Age: 27 Top: 6-4 Weight: 311
A Professional Bowler in 2021, Jackson has been a mainstay at left guard on among the finest offensive strains in soccer. He’s cellular in house, highly effective on the line of scrimmage and a remarkably constant lineman when wholesome — and he’s younger. The Lions won’t be capable of hold him. — Colton Pouncy
Age: 33 Top: 6-4 Weight: 295
Hubbard was the Titans’ starter and full-time proper sort out for 9 video games earlier than injuring biceps and lacking the steadiness of the season. He lacks perfect dimension however has wonderful quickness and agility, notably his lateral agility. He is not well-known across the league however is hard and constant, and I really like the best way he competes. I believe he can produce no matter his measurables, even within the again finish of his profession. — Mueller
Age: 28 Top: 6-5 Weight: 244
Schultz is a menace within the go recreation due to his athletic capacity and physique management. He catches every part, can get open on his personal with out scheme assist and is a tricky matchup for linebackers due to his route working instincts. Within the run recreation, he is a positional blocker who lacks top-notch power to maintain at instances. He’s worthy of a multiyear deal after settling for a one-year contract final offseason. — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 6-0 Weight: 237
White could 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 is a stable tackler as properly. He missed three video games in 2023 however has largely been wholesome in his profession. — Mueller
Age: 33 Top: 6-3 Weight: 250
Regardless of not signing with the Ravens till Week 4, Van Noy had among the finest seasons of his profession, taking part in on a one-year, $1.4 million deal. He confirmed he has loads of juice left, that means he most likely gained’t have to attend as lengthy to search out his 2024 group. — Jeff Zrebiec
Age: 27 Top: 5-10 Weight: 200
One of the best 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 must be a stable third cornerback/nickel. He additionally brings particular groups worth, incomes first-team All-Professional honors as a kick returner in 2022 and 2023. — Mueller
Age: 28 Top: 6-1 Weight: 237
The Texans clearly leaned on Cashman for accountability on protection, as he made all of the adjustment calls, shifts to the entrance, and many others. He can run, has excellent twitch and sees the sport properly. His reads and reactions are constant, and he has nostril for the ball. He can go sideline-to-sideline but additionally nonetheless come downhill with some pressure. He has a little bit of an harm historical past and simply 21 begins in 5 seasons, however groups might be . — Mueller
Age: 31 Top: 5-11 Weight: 194
Already a veteran of 4 groups, Nelson is a extra skilled choice at cornerback who had a stable physique of labor in 2023. He understands tips on how to play and positions himself accordingly. He nonetheless could be very gentle on his ft, can mirror in man-to-man protection and closes with top-flight suddenness. — Mueller
Age: 29 Top: 5-10 Weight: 200
Ekeler’s 21 first downs by way of reception led this group of backs in 2023. He’s 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 search out daylight and a nostril for the objective line. He has loads of gasoline left in his tank from a velocity and acceleration standpoint, however he is at his finest when supplemented with an early-down again. — Mueller
Age: 28 Top: 6-6 Weight: 265
The Vikings may give Davenport an extension to push again a few of his $6.8 million in useless 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 Top: 5-11 Weight: 193
One other journeyman cornerback who’s nonetheless taking part in properly, Darby was not a full-time participant in Baltimore (his fifth group) coming off a torn ACL in 2022. However when he performed, he confirmed the flexibility to run and play man-to-man together with varied zone strategies. A prepared tackler, he’s nonetheless athletic sufficient to make up floor and shut with suddenness. — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 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 checklist. He can play on all three downs, and his soccer IQ stands out. The Seahawks appear unlikely to convey again Bobby Wagner, who can also be a free agent, so maybe they’re going to prioritize re-signing Brooks. — Mueller
Age: 38 Top: 6-8 Weight: 282
Campbell began all 17 video games and contributed to the Falcons’ defensive turnaround. He completed the season taking part in at a excessive stage and stated he wish to play no less than 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 Top: 6-3 Weight: 316
Biadasz depends on upper-body power and palms to remain linked within the run recreation. He’s not at all times as sq. on contact as he could possibly be, so he has to struggle to regain his steadiness some. He’s very efficient on angle blocks and double groups. He is a younger and enhancing participant. — Mueller
Age: 33 Top: 6-0 Weight: 190
The Cowboys would most likely like to have Gilmore again for one more season. He performed properly in 2023. However already having Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland means Dallas will doubtless not be prepared to spend a lot on its No. 3 cornerback. Gilmore must be prepared to take one thing very team-friendly. Jourdan Lewis can also be a free agent. — Jon Machota
Age: 29 Top: 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 strain price amongst all gamers with no less than 200 go rush snaps, per TruMedia. He may have untapped potential if he finds a bigger position. — David DeChant
Age: 28 Top: 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 accordance with TruMedia, however he is proven flashes to advantage a beginning position. — Brooks Kubena
Age: 28 Top: 5-11 Weight: 195
Samuel has performed primarily within the slot however is likely to be higher suited to maneuver exterior. Regardless of the place he performs, his versatility must be seen by most groups as a power. He has wonderful quickness and explosiveness and may change speeds to stretch defenses. He can be a clear-cut improve for a lot of groups. He’s instinctive and will get to open areas shortly in opposition to zone protection. I see him as an undervalued participant who nonetheless has upside, however he can be on his third group if he leaves Washington. — Mueller
Age: 29 Top: 5-11 Weight: 198
Fuller’s velocity has declined, however his anticipation and instincts assist offset that. Even so, he is approaching 30 and has some knee issues, making his market a bit murky. With Benjamin St-Juste and Emmanuel Forbes round, he does not appear more likely to return to Washington, which is able to miss his management. — Ben Standig
Age: 34 Top: 6-1 Weight: 233
David is a brilliant and instinctive soccer participant who makes all of the calls and directs site visitors. He is trusted by coaches and has minimal wasted actions or actions. He is an environment friendly, regular participant, even when he is slipped a bit from his peak as he enters 12 months 13. — Mueller
Age: 28 Top: 6-1 Weight: 188
Yiadom had his finest season on his fifth group in 2023, breaking apart 14 passes whereas permitting simply 23 completions on 47 targets, per Professional Soccer Reference. By means of his first 5 seasons, he had simply 13 PBUs whereas permitting 101 completions on 155 targets. He’ll need to persuade groups that this season wasn’t an outlier. — David DeChant
Age: 26 Top: 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 sort out at Boise State, he has spent most of his NFL profession at left guard, the place he allowed three sacks on 476 go blocking snaps final season, per TruMedia. — David DeChant
Age: 26 Top: 6-0 Weight: 202
Blackmon is an excellent athlete with vary, simple and fluid hips and the flexibility to cowl floor within the deep a part of the sector. He’s what we name a “run and hit” man. His center-field monitoring and ball expertise are top-notch, though his harm historical past is prolonged, together with a torn ACL in 2019 at Utah, a torn Achilles in 2021 and a shoulder harm in 2023. — Mueller
Age: 25 Top: 6-6 Weight: 260
Epenesa has mix of velocity and energy that makes him unblockable on some reps, although there may be nonetheless some inconsistency to his recreation. Regardless, coming 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 company. He may get an even bigger contract than some count on. — Joe Buscaglia
Age: 29 Top: 6-0 Weight: 228
Zeke can nonetheless decide his manner 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 velocity he as soon as had. He is excellent within the go recreation on screens and dump-offs, getting yards on his personal. He strikes the chains successfully and will simply be thought-about a beginning again for a lot of NFL groups. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 6-4 Weight: 300
James has largely stayed wholesome and maintained a baseline stage of play in his three years beginning at heart for the Raiders, however he may be overpowered at instances. Las Vegas can doubtless do higher on the place. — Tashan Reed
Age: 27 Top: 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 is very slight and will get knocked off of routes simply, a difficulty that may be troublesome for offensive coordinators to scheme round. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 6-5 Weight: 253
Trautman is more practical within the go recreation than the run recreation. He has above-average physique management, and no person adjusted to extra balls exterior his catching radius — his numbers mirrored this. He lacks perfect power and energy within the run recreation however works for place and may lean on defenders. There may be extra in his tank from a manufacturing standpoint. — Mueller
Age: 25 Top: 6-4 Weight: 322
Charles by no means caught at sort out or guard for Washington, as he battled accidents and inconsistency, together with dropping his beginning job at left guard this previous season. He is not more likely to return to the Commanders. — Ben Standig
Age: 27 Top: 6-2 Weight: 320
Gallimore performed in all 17 video games final season, totaling one sack and two tackles for loss. If the value is true, the 2020 third-round decide could possibly be again, however that relies on the Cowboys’ different choices as they appear to enhance their run protection, and whether or not Gallimore can discover a greater position elsewhere. — Jon Machota
Age: 25 Top: 6-7 Weight: 363
Becton is a big man who can create house on impression and canopy up defenders on contact. He lacks perfect lateral vary and the flexibility to get better when off-balance. His inconsistencies present persistently. His harm historical past can also be regarding, though he began 16 of 17 video games in 2023, predominantly at left sort out — Mueller
Age: 28 Top: 5-11 Weight: 190
An everyday starter in Jacksonville in 2019 and 2020, Herndon has been relegated to the third cornerback position since 2021, taking part in predominantly within the slot. He does not have an interception since 2019, however his expertise and flexibility will supply worth someplace. — David DeChant
Age: 26 Top: 6-5 Weight: 319
For the primary time in his profession, Kinlaw was wholesome for a complete season. He had some midseason struggles in opposition to the run however delivered in massive moments and totaled 35 pressures as a go rusher. The 2020 first-round decide’s future seems vivid, and the Niners may battle to maintain him. — David Lombardi
Age: 26 Top: 6-1 Weight: 295
Brewer allowed seven sacks in 2023, per TruMedia, as the entire Titans offensive line struggled. Nonetheless, 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 Top: 6-5 Weight: 312
Williams moved from left sort out to proper sort out this season however has the identical recreation. He’s very fast and athletic, and he can transfer in house with steadiness. He nonetheless lacks energy and anchor as soon as engaged however did a greater job of being bodily in 2023 whereas taking part in each snap for Cincinnati. — Mueller
Age: 28 Top: 6-6 Weight: 245
Gesicki is a one-dimensional, pass-catching tight finish who also can line up within the slot as an even bigger wideout. Not a prototype Y in a daily personnel group, he must be used as a matchup or pink zone choice to be productive. His blocking lags behind the tight ends above him on this checklist. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 6-3 Weight: 225
Darnold had lower than 50 makes an attempt this season in San Francisco, however he displayed bodily expertise and intangibles, displaying why he was drafted extremely in 2018. His arm power, accuracy and skill to course of lastly match right into a scheme for the primary time in his profession. He is a viable choice to improve a group if he have been allowed to compete for a beginning job. — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 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 is very able to being an choice as transfer tight finish or H-back. He runs properly and may stretch the sector, which may make him a worth signing. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 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 Top: 6-8 Weight: 327
Regardless that Lucas performed lower than 25 p.c of the snaps for Washington (all on the left facet) in 2023, his size and approach have confirmed to be very efficient at combatting velocity rushes and defending on an island at sort out. He may simply be a beginning choice for a needy group, or no less than as a 3rd offensive sort out. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 6-0 Weight: 209
In Pollard’s first 12 months because the Cowboys’ “bell cow,” I might give him a B-minus. He lacks energy and downhill physicality between the tackles, however he is nifty and runs with good steadiness. He generally is a issue breaking arm tackles and as a receiver out of the backfield. He runs with self-discipline and intentionality however will not be a creator of performs on his personal. — Mueller
Age: 35 Top: 6-1 Weight: 217
Even at 35, Taylor generally is a stable backup. He makes good choices for probably the most half and may administrate the offense whereas providing plus athletic capacity. He has sufficient arm, will get the ball out shortly and may throw precisely downfield. — Mueller
Age: 34 Top: 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 carrying 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 Top: 6-4 Weight: 217
Finest suited as a backup at this stage, Tannehill can nonetheless course of protection, however his launch appears to have slowed a bit. He’s athletic and may 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 soar off his hand. He can stand within the pocket, if protected, and make most NFL throws. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 5-7 Weight: 203
A flexible, undersized however productive again, Singletary makes use of lateral quickness greater than explosive north-south velocity to make defenders miss. He has pure imaginative and prescient to search out holes however can go down simply at instances due to his smaller body. He is match within the Texans’ scheme. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 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 subsequent 4 years. He missed seven video games this season with a recurring calf harm. The Packers have choices to make with a number of contributing defensive backs hitting free company. — Matt Schneidman
Age: 25 Top: 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 the most effective 12 months of his profession. He led the AFC with seven interceptions and began 11 video games. Additionally a stable particular groups participant, Stone has earned himself a nice-sized contract and a beginning spot. — Jeff Zrebiec
Age: 28 Top: 6-7 Weight: 314
Nijman wasn’t a daily starter in 2023, however he is skilled on each side, particularly at left sort out. He has dimension, athleticism and the flexibility to bend, working to have interaction his decrease physique as a run blocker and go blocker. He catches greater than he punches, however he performs below management with the steadiness to get better. He has the size to play on an island and truly was efficient in opposition to prime go rushers. He’s hesitant at instances to see and react to stunts, however that ought to enhance with reps. — Mueller
Age: 30 Top: 6-1 Weight: 203
Pringle is not a family identify, however he has an important mixture of dimension and velocity, plus dependable palms when throws come his manner (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 Top: 6-4 Weight: 254
Hooper nonetheless has the palms, 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 capacity to separate on brief routes. — Mueller
Age: 32 Top: 6-5 Weight: 322
A 3rd sort out choice who began 13 video games on the suitable facet as an harm alternative in 2023, Fant has at all times been one of many higher athletes on the place. He simply lacks perfect energy and anchor. Assuming Tytus Howard returns wholesome for the Texans in 2024, Fant would doubtless return to the bench if he re-signs with Houston. — Mueller
Age: 25 Top: 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’s faster than he’s quick and may acquire yards when performs will not be blocked as designed. — Mueller
Age: 25 Top: 6-3 Weight: 240
Uche appeared primed for an enormous payday, however that most likely gained’t be on the desk after his manufacturing dipped. In 2022, he was one of many NFL’s leaders in strain price, notching 11.5 sacks. However with out Matthew Judon on the opposite facet for many of 2023, Uche’s strain price and sack numbers (3.5) dipped. Now he’s doubtless headed towards a one-year, prove-it deal. — Chad Graff
Age: 27 Top: 6-2 Weight: 327
A four-year starter in Seattle (the final three seasons at left guard), Lewis is likely to be a bit of bit heavy, which affected his stamina late in video games. However that dimension helps him get vital push within the run recreation. As a go blocker, he is inconsistent adjusting laterally however holds up very properly in opposition to energy rushes. His agility is what worries me probably the most, however for groups that prioritize a downhill run recreation, he’d be match. — Mueller
Age: 27 Top: 6-5 Weight: 312
Williams battled nagging accidents in faculty 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 taking part in guard and heart, however sturdiness is a major concern. — David DeChant
Age: 36 Top: 6-2 Weight: 265
The ageless marvel desires to return again to Philly for what he referred to as a one-year “farewell tour.” It’s laborious to venture Graham’s future as something aside from 1) taking part in 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 go rusher. — Brooks Kubena
Age: 29 Top: 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 capacity, which was evident in faculty at Oklahoma State. He’s a viable backup in the suitable scheme. — Mueller
Age: 32 Top: 6-1 Weight: 236
Hicks was a captain and referred to as the Vikings’ defensive indicators, 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 hold any protection in examine. Though he missed 4 video games in 2023, he beforehand hadn’t missed a recreation since 2018, placing early-career harm woes behind him. — Alec Lewis
Age: 27 Top: 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 group 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 doubtless be too excessive for Dallas. — Jon Machota
Age: 31 Top: 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 Top: 6-1 Weight: 212
Gipson has been a revelation for the 49ers since they signed him in the course of the 2022 preseason following Jimmie Ward’s harm. 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 taking part in. — David Lombardi
Age: 29 Top: 6-1 Weight: 235
Walker struggled with a handful of accidents late within the 2023 season after lacking most of 2022 with a quad harm. The linebacker place appears to rank final in positional precedence with the oldsters working the Browns, so he doubtless will not be again. — Zac Jackson
Age: 29 Top: 6-2 Weight: 234
Tranquill was a key a part of the Chiefs’ deep linebacker rotation, tying for third on the group in tackles within the common season regardless of taking part in simply 57 p.c of the snaps. He is a harmful blitzer who excels at creating detrimental 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 Top: 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. Go safety is his power. The Vikings are more likely to need Risner again, however they gained’t be the one group . — Alec Lewis
Age: 29 Top: 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 contemplate him a excessive precedence. He shouldn’t be in excessive demand, which might enable the Steelers to snoop round for anyone youthful with extra upside. — Mark Kaboly
Age: 28 Top: 6-1 Weight: 225
Minshew stepped right into a less-than-ideal scenario after Anthony Richardson’s harm and performed profitable soccer in 2023. He completed with 18 whole TDs (15 passing, three speeding) in opposition to 14 whole turnovers (9 interceptions, 5 misplaced fumbles), so it wasn’t at all times fairly, however I believe Indianapolis ought to prioritize bringing him again. — James Boyd
Age: 29 Top: 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 velocity 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 might be welcome wherever. — Mueller
Age: 30 Top: 6-4 Weight: 260
Swaim is the most effective and most constant run blocker of all tight ends on this class. He is bodily, sturdy and really prepared — which shouldn’t be assumed as a given, even on the NFL stage. He does the soiled work. — Mueller
Age: 29 Top: 5-10 Weight: 210
Launched by the Vikings, Prepare dinner flopped with the Jets earlier than being waived, then went unclaimed on waivers and performed sparingly for Baltimore in a single playoff recreation. As little as his inventory is now, he averaged 4.4 yards per carry in 2022 and does not flip 30 till August 2025. — David DeChant
Age: 27 Top: 5-11 Weight: 203
Osborn had a disappointing season, dropping seven passes, in accordance with PFF. However he was hardly ever the first learn, and he is a robust blocker and runner after the catch. He is most likely in line for a short-term deal between $5 million and $8 million. — Alec Lewis
Age: 25 Top: 6-1 Weight: 205
Injured for a lot 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 top quality cornerback. He simply wants a bigger physique of labor. He would rank larger if wholesome. — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 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 house if it desires to maintain him. — David DeChant
Age: 39 Top: 6-6 Weight: 245
I discover it laborious to consider any group goes to make Flacco its starter, however he performed properly 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 Top: 6-2 Weight: 196
Davis has perfect bodily traits. The Chargers noticed these traits flip into congruous manufacturing solely in spurts, nonetheless, 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 Top: 6-2 Weight: 203
A starter from Day 1 regardless of being drafted within the sixth spherical, Fuller has been productive and does job of minimizing injury on the again finish. He’s not a dynamic athlete, neither is he bodily, however he reveals good understanding and instincts. He simply lacks the burst and perfect play velocity to be a long-term reply for the Rams. — Mueller
Age: 26 Top: 6-0 Weight: 208
Rapp was signed to be the Payments’ third security, however when he was requested to start out, he struggled. He was a contact too late on some big-play makes an attempt and accrued some reckless private foul penalties. Nonetheless, Rapp remains to be younger and will discover a steady beginning position for a modest wage this offseason. — Joe Buscaglia
Age: 30 Top: 6-4 Weight: 231
Winston has match properly 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 Top: 6-2 Weight: 305
Rankins has a robust all-around ability set, offering versatility in the place he can align and his type of play. He is agile and may get an edge as an inside rusher. He additionally performs properly together with his palms and reveals good vary, even exterior the sort out field. His effort and anticipation stay strengths as he enters his ninth season. — Mueller
Age: 28 Top: 5-11 Weight: 200
An All-Professional special-teamer in 2022, Reaves’ 2023 season ended early on account of a torn ACL, however he could possibly be a helpful third security for anyone. — Mueller
Age: 28 Top: 6-1 Weight: 312
An everyday starter in 2021 and 2022 with the Rams, Gaines was relegated to a backup position in Tampa, the place his numbers dipped whereas taking part in behind Vita Vea, Calijah Kancey and Logan Corridor. He is not a lot of a go rusher, however he ought to present worth in a D-line rotation. — David DeChant
Age: 28 Top: 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 issues (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 Top: 6-2 Weight: 203
All indicators level to the tip in Cincinnati for Boyd, who ought to have a market amongst groups trying to find a slot receiver. His reliability and savvy might be gold for any group 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 Top: 6-5 Weight: 242
Gregory remains to be a proficient go rusher. He can flip the nook, however he also can flip straight-line velocity into energy. He struggles to carry a disciplined edge and preserve leverage in opposition to ball carriers and scrambling QBs. He will get caught inside persistently. However his effort with the 49ers was good, and he may present worth as a situational go rusher on an inexpensive deal someplace. — Mueller
Age: 29 Top: 5-11 Weight: 210
Owens entered the beginning lineup due to harm in 2023 however held onto his beginning spot. Outdoors of a few obtrusive missed tackles in opposition to 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 Top: 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 in opposition to 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 Top: 6-2 Weight: 215
Recognized 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 no less than 30 receptions). His ability set ought to curiosity groups that want a top quality third or fourth receiver. — David DeChant
Age: 33 Top: 6-6 Weight: 281
Sturdily constructed with sturdy palms, Gholston has been a top quality run defender all through his profession, taking part in 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 Top: 6-3 Weight: 225
An undersized edge rusher in faculty, Baun performed nearly solely off the ball for the Saints in his first three seasons. Again 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. Maybe one other group will present a greater match. — David DeChant
Age: 30 Top: 6-4 Weight: 222
Mariota stays a stable backup with good mobility, which is beneficial behind one of many league’s extra cellular starters in Jalen Hurts. Will the Eagles retain him, or will they like 2023 sixth-round decide Tanner McKee (or another person)? — Brooks Kubena
Relive the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs’ unforgettable 2023 championship season. Simple takes followers from coaching camp by the ultimate whistle in Las Vegas.
Relive the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs’ unforgettable 2023 championship season.
— The Athletic’s James Boyd, Joe Buscaglia, Paul Dehner Jr., Michael-Shawn Dugar, Dan Duggan, Chad Graff, Zac Jackson, Mark Kaboly, Josh Kendall, Brooks Kubena, David Lombardi, Jon Machota, Daniel Popper, Tashan Reed, Matt Schneidman, Ben Standig and Jeff Zrebiec contributed to this story.
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