NFL loose company is speedy drawing near, providing the primary window for groups to give a boost to this offseason, supplied they signal the appropriate gamers.
These are my ratings and scouting reviews of the highest 150 loose brokers to be had, formed via a ton of movie paintings and point of view from a few years main NFL group of workers departments. This is probably not precisely how you notice it, however that’s why Baskin-Robbins has 31 flavors.
A couple of notes:
• While those ratings consider age (as of Sept. 5, the scheduled date of the 2024 season opener) and recognized damage historical past, they don’t believe scientific or persona knowledge, as groups know a lot more about the ones topics in the back of closed doorways.
• At each and every place, I’ve integrated some stats I in finding treasured. At some positions, I’ve estimated play velocity from what I will be able to see on tape (now not timed 40-yard-dash velocity — there’s a distinction). At occasions, I’ve used play velocity as a differentiator.
• If I have been with an NFL group, this could be just one a part of a multilevel procedure to determine consensus throughout the constructing. That consensus is lacking from any ratings you’ll see, right here or in different places. You can learn extra about my standards and the way an NFL GM approaches loose company right here.
With that, let’s dive in.
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Age: 26 Height: 6-5 Weight: 250
Burns suits all of the standards groups search for in loose company: age, athletic skill and all-around sport. His manufacturing was once restricted reasonably via the Panthers’ scheme, however his suddenness and go rush package deal must translate to higher-volume manufacturing. Offenses will have to have a plan to take care of his skill each and every week. Carolina became down a couple of first-round choices for Burns in 2022, so the franchise tag turns out most likely. — Randy Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-5 Weight: 263
Hunter has been used from quite a lot of alignments and is efficacious dashing the passer from they all. He has upfield burst and countermoves to stay blockers guessing. He additionally understands how you can set the threshold with duration and get off of blocks in opposition to the run. His ability set is tricky to search out, and regardless of getting into his tenth season, he does not flip 30 till October. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-3 Weight: 305
Madubuike is a in point of fact excellent participant who tasks to a Pro Bowl point in any scheme. He shocks blockers on affect with heavy palms and explosive power however too can beat you with quickness and agility. He blends all standards higher than any defensive take on in this checklist. The Ravens steadily let gamers stroll for compensatory choices, however Madubuike is a unique caliber of participant. The franchise tag or an extension turns out most likely. — Mueller
Age: 30 Height: 6-6 Weight: 310
Jones is not 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 just a little of a query, however he’s unblockable when he is enjoying arduous. I be expecting the Chiefs to worth him greater than different groups on account of how completely he suits their protection. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-0 Weight: 232
Barkley’s animal instincts and imaginative and prescient to create past the play’s design make him particular. He finishes like a 232-pound again must, with energy and lean, however has the uncommon trait to make defenders pass over as smartly. He’s additionally detailed and regulated as a course runner, which makes him the most productive three-down again to be had, even with sturdiness considerations (25 video games neglected in six seasons, 3 in 2023). More than only a operating again, he’s a weapon. Other groups may price him greater than the Giants do. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-5 Weight: 255
Allen publish remarkable manufacturing in 2023, however he was once now not rather as constant on movie. He’s a excellent participant with elite abilities, however every now and then, he was once now not as surprising as a rusher or in pursuit as he has been up to now. He picked his spots some. That mentioned, he’ll nonetheless be in excessive call for (if the Jaguars do not tag him). There remains to be upside right here, which is frightening. — Mueller
Age: 36 Height: 6-3 Weight: 205
Cousins is key in each side of his sport however every now and then will also be mechanical and robot. He is beautiful environment friendly and has excellent intangibles. A tricky chief who will stand within the pocket and will ship maximum NFL throws, he has taken his ability set to the next point along with his thoughts and remains to be able to being a mid-tier beginning QB within the league, even coming off a vital damage. Will the Vikings have the ability to stay him as different suitors come calling? — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-0 Weight: 196
Johnson will hit the marketplace (if the Bears do not tag or re-sign him ahead of loose company) on the maximum opportune time. His aggregate of age, duvet abilities and flexibility to scheme will make him extremely wanted. He can play each press and rancid policy, and he reacts smartly to throws the use of his duration, timing and ball abilities. In a skinny, growing older cornerback elegance — most effective two made my peak 65, and most effective 4 of the 13 in my peak 150 are underneath age 28 — Johnson is the most productive and the youngest. — Mueller
Age: 31 Height: 6-4 Weight: 275
Smith stunned me as an addition to the highest workforce of edge defenders. He confirmed top-level acceleration and burst as an outdoor, upfield rusher or whilst operating methods and video games. He slips blocks, makes use of his palms and is in point of fact arduous to dam in opposition to the run as smartly. His motor will assist his group’s defensive tradition, and he is stayed in large part wholesome since having again surgical operation in 2021. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-4 Weight: 310
Wilkins is a shockingly flexible defensive take on, 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 in point of fact excellent participant, and his price assists in keeping mountain climbing after a profession season. Will the Dolphins have the ability to stay him? — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-3 Weight: 263
Greenard is very fast off the ball and when last 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 measurement makes him a professional outdoor linebacker in base defenses. He must be coveted if he hits the marketplace, despite the fact that sturdiness (19 video games neglected in 4 seasons) is a slight query mark. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 5-10 Weight: 223
Jacobs, who neglected 4 video games in 2023, has lots of the identical characteristics as Barkley, together with energy, excellent pad point and the facility to get extra yards than the play is designed for. As a course runner, he’s reasonably much less detailed than Barkley along with his method and reasonably much less nimble along with his physique regulate. But he carries the ball with a way of anger and physicality that few have, and that’s price paying a top rate for. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-1 Weight: 192
Sneed is an competitive participant who has nice agility to move along with his fast reactions when he trusts his abilities. When he does not accept as true with his method, consequences had been an issue. He may be very tricky and bodily for his place, appearing the willingness to combine it up in opposition to each the run and go. His power may well be in the best way he performs the ball at the present time of reality. The Chiefs, who even have DT Chris Jones hitting loose company, 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 loose protection. He transitions with none hiccups and presentations surprising burst to near as soon as redirected. He has nice vary and the ball abilities to make performs when he will get there. His velocity is helping him meet up with nearly somebody. Youth, athletic skill and instincts are all on his facet. He’s my favourite some of the to be had safeties. Will the Giants believe the franchise tag (projected at $16.3 million)? — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-4 Weight: 315
Cushenberry has the mix of power and agility that everybody appears for in a middle. He has now added a physique of labor to his resume and has proven growth each and every season. He constantly sustains touch with controlling upper-body power and lively ft upon affect. He’s a in point of fact excellent participant, and he seems prone to hit the marketplace given how a lot Denver has invested in different places up entrance. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 5-9 Weight: 203
A primary-team All-Pro, Winfield was once the best DB on this elegance on paper. He is excellent within the field and has each a nostril for the ball and the instincts to look forward to in opposition to the run and the go. He may be a excellent blitzer. His versatility is phenomenal — he can play the nickel spot, too — and he is at all times across the ball. He must get peak cash for the location, if the Bucs let him achieve the marketplace. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 321
Dotson, who performed at the proper facet in L.A., has excellent ft and agility however is similarly depending on his explosive energy and power. He constantly turns defenders on the level of assault within the run sport, and his punch may be very efficient at displacing go rushers. He is likely one of the few loose brokers on this elegance who can knock other people again on affect to make space. The Rams say they might love to stay him, however he is a in point of fact excellent participant who must have a considerable marketplace regardless of some damage historical past (11 video games neglected since 2021, 3 in 2023). — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-3 Weight: 255
Huff is a task participant, as a go rush specialist, however he has been very productive. He will get off the ball and underneath blocks as a go rusher with improbable upfield burst. His power fee is the most productive on this free-agent elegance. His play in opposition to the run is a piece in development and must give a boost to for him to develop into a full-time participant. The Jets — who’ve already spent vital cash and draft capital at the D-line — may fight to find the money for him. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 307
Runyan performs with superb preliminary quickness, and his reactions and instincts are in point of fact excellent. He combo-blocks to linebackers successfully and performs with timing and excellent consciousness. It is helping that he too can play with bend and a forged punch. He’s growing into one of the most higher guards within the NFC. The Packers have already paid left guard Elgton Jenkins, so Runyan will most likely hit the marketplace. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-1 Weight: 215
Mayfield are compatible in smartly in Tampa along with his intangibles and management. His ability set and skill are sufficient to win video games within the NFL, however he isn’t dynamic and would possibly not wow you with anyone function. He’s an overly practical NFL starter, despite the fact that. He must get a considerable elevate from the $4 million he signed for in 2023. — Mueller
Age: 36 Height: 6-3 Weight: 295
Reports have mentioned Kelce is retiring, however he has but to handle his long term publicly. Even at age 36, he places on a health center in method and how you can play the middle place. His footwork is a masterclass, and each step is intentional. He’s by no means harm, now not lacking a sport since 2014. If he elects to proceed enjoying, some group (possibly the Eagles, the one group Kelce has performed for) gets a front-line middle. — Mueller
Age: 31 Height: 6-3 Weight: 240
Floyd is the second one 30-something to crack this checklist as an edge participant. He has a whole sport, a nostril for the soccer and performs arduous constantly, even with 8 seasons underneath his belt. That effort could be excellent for a group’s tradition, however that is probably not at the Bills, as Floyd has mentioned he’ll “go where the money goes” in loose company. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-1 Weight: 190
Ridley represents the most productive aggregate of measurement, velocity and palms on this workforce of receivers. He in point of fact comes off the ball temporarily, eats up defenders’ cushions and will get out and in of breaks in no time. His suddenness jumps out in comparison to different receivers, and he runs a whole course tree with the physique regulate to win as opposed to zone and guy. He will frustrate you with occasional drops, however it is extra about missing focal point than palms. The Jaguars owe the Falcons a 2024 third-round choose from the 2022 industry for Ridley, but when they signal him to a brand new deal, they’d as a substitute owe a second-rounder. — Mueller
Age: 30 Height: 6-5 Weight: 300
Williams’ body is unusual, and he suits excellent as a five-technique in a three-man line, which is in point of fact arduous to search out. His duration and hand utilization are two of his largest attributes. He’s now not a talented, high-level go rusher however may be very efficient as opposed to each the run and go. His taste and substance replicate Wilkins, however he is been a colour 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 ruin the road of scrimmage when wholesome. He supplies in point of fact excellent push and will get penetration as opposed to 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 duration and vary of the fellows above him however suits excellent at nostril and three-technique. The Bills, who face primary cap constraints, have already paid Ed Oliver and feature 3 free-agent DTs, suggesting Jones must hit the marketplace. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 330
Eluemunor has performed proper take on in Las Vegas however may also be observed as a left take on via some groups. He is a pure athlete with the ft and clean agility to stick sq. on his goals, particularly in go coverage. His skill to get well and play with constant stability offers him a large step up at the pageant on this free-agent take on pool. He makes it glance simple every now and then. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-0 Weight: 230
The Ravens declined Queen’s fifth-year possibility once they paid Roquan Smith, however bearing in mind Queen’s age, instincts and playmaking manufacturing, he’s the most suitable option at this place. He can run, blitz and play the run or go similarly smartly. He will also be impulsive every now and then, 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 regulate along with his higher physique and powerful palms however too can pull, lead and regulate. He must develop into extra constant, however he strikes defenders in each the run and go sport. He’s trending to be a in point of fact excellent participant, and the Ravens generally tend to let gamers signal in different places (and accumulate compensatory choices). Right guard Kevin Zeitler may be a loose agent. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 5-11 Weight: 173
Mooney’s excessive rating is extra about possible than his physique of labor. He can in point of fact run and presentations the explosive skill to split from policy at each point. His skill to stretch the sector can power fighters to shield the offense in a different way. His numbers will building up in a unique scheme if the ball is delivered on time. Mooney does lack measurement, so he will also be suffering from incidental touch. 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 smartly in site visitors and when coated. He can get open along with his athletic abilities, his instincts or each. His numbers have been down in 2023, most commonly on account of the scheme and the loss of ability round him. He’s additionally an good enough blocker who can maintain to make all blocks wanted within the run sport. He’s in quest of his 1/3 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 in point of fact excellent participant regardless of being on his NFL moment group. He may be very instinctive and blends explosive pop with velocity and athletic skill. He’s steadily far and wide the sector, operating and hitting all the things — and ball carriers move down when he hits them. He’s additionally a in point of fact excellent blitzer with some pure go dashing ability, and he is hitting the marketplace along with his inventory at its height. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-4 Weight: 223
Pittman is a first-down gadget. His measurement and elite catch radius make him one of the most peak contested-catch receivers within the sport. His physicality as a runner after catch (528 YAC, maximum amongst free-agent wideouts) makes him a weapon with the ball, too. He may now not possess deep velocity, however he has aggressive velocity to take brief throws and switch them into a lot more than the play design meant. I’d now not be stunned if Pittman will get tagged on account of his manufacturing and the way he provides the Colts’ QBs safety. His measurement manner he is open constantly, even if coated. — Mueller
Age: 33 Height: 6-5 Weight: 320
Smith remains to be a high-level performer on the hardest place at the line. He simply has now not been in a position to stick wholesome. He performed in 13 video games in 2023, however that equaled his absolute best mark since 2015, and he neglected 33 of fifty video games from 2020 to 2022. When at the discipline, he’s sturdy, displaces defenders with an explosive punch and understands how you can bring to an end angles. His lateral vary has suffered some because of the wounds, however his bodily presence sends a message to the opposition. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-4 Weight: 219
Higgins neglected 5 video games this 12 months, so his numbers have been down, however he additionally gave the impression much less explosive. I used to be stunned at how little juice I noticed on tape. He’s now not an elite athlete for the location, however I feel he’s higher than his well being allowed, as this season was once now not the most productive mirrored image of his ability set. He is a huge goal who’s best on slants and the use of his physique to display off defenders. He can deceptively devour up cushion along with his lengthy stride, and his duration and catch radius permit him to make contested catches. He may well be extra treasured 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 Height: 6-5 Weight: 285
Autry was once a wonder access to this checklist for me. He has the duration 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 more youthful guy at a place the place high quality choices don’t develop into to be had steadily. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-3 Weight: 309
Jones has in point of fact excellent quickness and lateral vary for the location, and his instincts and nostril for the ball make him very productive, as he anticipates blocks smartly. His get-off and skill to stand 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 Height: 6-5 Weight: 264
Young performed smartly within the Super Bowl, however he ranked No. 24 of 43 qualifying edge rushers in Pro Football Focus’ go rush productiveness over his time with the 49ers and had pursuit problems within the NFC Championship Game in opposition to the Lions. Any considerations about effort gave the impression rectified in opposition to the Chiefs, and Young’s explosive efficiency must clutch the NFL’s consideration. Whether he returns might be a question of value. — David Lombardi
Age: 31 Height: 6-5 Weight: 231
Evans had a season excellent described as up and down. He performed offended every now and then and steadily gave the impression annoyed via little issues, which confirmed in his physique language. But he’s nonetheless a large, sturdy dude who can transfer the chains, spoil tackles and make spotlight catches. He stays very productive, however chronic drops gave me pause for fear. This was once a perplexing analysis for me, so his are compatible with the appropriate group and scheme is paramount. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-3 Weight: 194
Don’t brush aside Reynolds on account of his key drops within the NFC Championship Game — according to PFF, he had most effective 3 drops all over the entire steady season. He has measurement and a forged catch radius and made massive grabs for his group all season lengthy. He is bodily, combating thru touch and drawing his proportion of go interference calls. His velocity isn’t elite, however he has the physique regulate to get out and in of breaks rather well for a large guy. He must be a forged No. 2 WR within the league. — Mueller
Age: 31 Height: 6-5 Weight: 255
Baltimore proved to be the easiest are compatible for Clowney, who was once taking a look to resurrect his profession. He mentioned he’d love to go back, however he surely earned a a long way greater payday than the $2.5 million deal he signed with the Ravens final fall. In previous offseasons, Baltimore has have shyed away from spending massive dollars at the outdoor linebacker place. — Jeff Zrebiec
Age: 26 Height: 5-10 Weight: 201
Gilman got here out of nowhere and in point of fact inspired me. He’s very instinctive and has athletic abilities that constantly put him in place to make performs. He closes with first-step acceleration and occasions go breakups rather well. He will take on and play the run via wrapping with physicality. He additionally has a knack for the ball, at all times getting his palms on it. A sixth-round pick out who has began just one complete season, he may fly underneath the radar and show to be a discount. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-3 Weight: 220
Don’t be discouraged via the loss of numbers. Chinn can run, take on and shut in policy. He has the variety of a loose protection however hits like a Will ‘backer. He injured his quad and began most effective 8 video games in 2023. The runner-up for Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2020 is a greater participant than the numbers display. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-2 Weight: 222
Dugger, a 2020 second-round choose from Division II Lenoir-Rhyne, stepped forward slowly thru his first few seasons. He nabbed two pick out sixes in a standout 2022 season, however 2023 wasn’t rather as excellent. He provides exactly what many fashionable defenses search, with the scale 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 via being bodily and technique-sound. He performs with an old-school toughness however is not the similar athlete he as soon as was once. His smarts and soccer IQ make up for any slip. He depends on his higher physique greater than attractive his legs and pad point, however he nonetheless has tread left as a peak proper guard. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-2 Weight: 225
Davis won’t leap off the display along with his explosiveness, as he’s extra of a gentle and constant sort. He is an simply identifiable goal on account of his measurement, particularly as opposed to zone protection. He can regulate and make catches outdoor his body, and he is bodily whilst combating thru touch on his routes — being massive and powerful are obtrusive benefits. He remains to be growing as a course runner and as a policy reader. Because of this, and given his age, he provides numerous upside. He is forged in all spaces, simply now not elite in any. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 5-11 Weight: 208
A nickel with the Saints who has transitioned to protection the final two seasons, Gardner-Johnson strikes rather well, with clean hips and transitions. He covers floor temporarily and will duvet tight ends and slot receivers man-to-man. He remains to be studying to take on like a security must. He isn’t bodily. Injuries (together with a torn pec in 2023) have stunted his building, however I see massive upside given his ability. — Mueller
Age: 30 Height: 6-3 Weight: 335
Reader is extra of a nostril and/or three-technique. He has in point of fact excellent ft and agility in tight spaces, and he performs with a constant motor. He wears out offensive guards with relentless effort, which is spectacular given his measurement. Durability is just a little of a priority (23 video games neglected up to now 4 seasons). — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-2 Weight: 238
Edwards was once the largest wonder for me when staring at this operating again elegance. He has energy and agility, and he is at all times falling ahead. Even despite the fact that he’s older, he has juice and acceleration, each laterally and vertically. He additionally has lower than part of the profession touches (729) that Barkley (1,489) and Jacobs (1,502) have. Edwards additionally has an excellent nostril for sticks and has been method underutilized within the go sport. He has excellent palms, can regulate outdoor his body and can spoil tackles after the catch. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-5 Weight: 258
Wonnum may well be extremely coveted via groups that want intensity at the edge. He has evolved right into a forged, constant participant during the last 4 years, even though he’s improving from a in part torn quad. He is one among 3 Vikings edge rushers (Danielle Hunter, Marcus Davenport) in this checklist. — Alec Lewis
Age: 31 Height: 5-11 Weight: 200
Opportunities and goals have been restricted for OBJ this season, however his abilities and skill are nonetheless obvious. He can run, he has the explosive skill to split and he attracts go interference consequences in addition to another participant within the NFL. He adjusts smartly to off-target throws and catches along with his palms on par with the league’s elite. Even along with his damage historical past, there may be masses extra within the tank right here if he must want to transport groups once more. — Mueller
Age: 30 Height: 6-3 Weight: 247
King Henry can nonetheless be a culture-changing, identity-building operating again for the appropriate offense. The query is: Which offense will that be? He has pure imaginative and prescient and nifty ft to pick out his method during the preliminary point of the protection. Even despite the fact that he may lack a 5th equipment at this level, he’s nonetheless in point of fact productive along with his distinctive taste. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-6 Weight: 330
Hunt, a four-year starter predominantly at proper guard, neglected numerous time this 12 months whilst scuffling with a hamstring damage. He in point of fact wishes to observe his weight and stamina. He brings numerous mass to the purpose of assault and will get motion and canopy up defenders constantly within the run sport. His measurement and power give him a pure anchor in go coverage as smartly. He simply wishes to stick wholesome. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-3 Weight: 350
Onwenu most certainly suits excellent at guard, however he is been the Patriots’ maximum natural-footed athlete and most suitable option at take on. He lacks supreme duration, however he performs with a excellent base and method, permitting him to have excellent place on touch and the facility to maintain along with his stability and restoration. He has greater than 1,300 profession snaps at each proper take on and proper guard, at the side of 386 snaps at left guard. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 330
Entering his 9th NFL season, Robinson may well be becoming a member of his fourth NFL group, however he does not flip 30 till March 2025 and stays a 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 go 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 via industry however crammed in smartly sufficient at left take on this 12 months that we’re leaving him within the take on workforce, however some may nonetheless see him as a guard. He is powerful, tough on affect and will lock directly to maintain in each the run and go sport. He’s now not fleet of foot however imposes his will along with his body and bodily presence. He’s a greater participant than numerous proper tackles within the league, even though all of his NFL enjoy is at the left facet. — 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 step with TruMedia. With Jordan Davis and Jalen Carter anticipated to step into higher roles, Cox may develop into a rotational backup if he re-signs with Philadelphia. Retirement may be an opportunity. — Brooks Kubena
Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 299
Coleman presentations excellent quickness, palms and reactions, at the side of a robust really feel for the sport, making him a imaginable improve for lots of NFL groups. He is not the largest or most powerful, however he blends a undeniable persistence with a high-motor depth to be efficient in each the run and go video games. He is extra of a finesse sort than an influence participant in the case of taste. Solid NFL middle. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-2 Weight: 310
Wynn is on his moment group after being a first-round pick out of the Patriots in 2018. He has additionally performed some at offensive take on however discovered convenience and his pure place this 12 months at left guard ahead of getting injured in Week 7. He has all of the bodily gear to be a peak ability, with each quickness and athletic skill, however accidents — he has performed in simply 50 of 99 imaginable video games thru six seasons — are a significant fear. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 5-9 Weight: 215
Swift may lack the ability and occasional pad point of the backs above him right here, however he has a lot of wiggle to make other people pass over and burst to flee tacklers in tight spaces. He’s simply now not the finisher that some bigger-bodied guys are. He catches the ball simply, may be very efficient operating perspective routes and will regulate easily to unhealthy throws. Given his adolescence, he may benefit a three- or four-year contract. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-4 Weight: 249
Fant is best than the numbers display. With building, he nonetheless has the upside that made him a first-round pick out in 2019. Part of a three-man rotation at tight result in Seattle, he must have the ability to show off his abilities extra in a unique scheme. He can run and separate, with the athletic skill to assault all quadrants of the sector. He additionally has the ball abilities to catch and regulate outdoor his body. As a blocker, he presentations power and “want to” as smartly. He is usually a excellent price for any individual. — Mueller
Age: 31 Height: 6-4 Weight: 269
The Macon, Ga., local loved enjoying as regards to house and had his excellent season since 2020. Dupree can play outdoor linebacker or a extra conventional defensive finish spot (like he did for the Falcons), which may make him a excellent are compatible 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 one of the most excellent offensive traces in soccer. He’s cell in house, tough on the line of scrimmage and a remarkably constant lineman when wholesome — and he’s younger. The Lions may now not have the ability to stay him. — Colton Pouncy
Age: 33 Height: 6-4 Weight: 295
Hubbard was once the Titans’ starter and full-time proper take on for 9 video games ahead of injuring biceps and lacking the stability of the season. He lacks supreme measurement however has superb quickness and agility, specifically his lateral agility. He’s now not widely known across the league however is hard and constant, and I really like the best way he competes. I feel he can produce without reference to his measurables, even within the again finish of his profession. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-5 Weight: 244
Schultz is a risk within the go sport on account of his athletic skill and physique regulate. He catches all the things, can get open on his personal with out scheme assist and is a difficult matchup for linebackers on account of his course operating instincts. In the run sport, he is a positional blocker who lacks top-notch power to maintain every now and then. 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 wonderful tackler. He may well be probably the most flexible of the off-ball linebackers, from each an alignment and talent set point of view. He can blitz and are available downhill to assault ball carriers. He’s a forged tackler as smartly. He neglected 3 video games in 2023 however has most commonly been wholesome in his profession. — Mueller
Age: 33 Height: 6-3 Weight: 250
Despite now not signing with the Ravens till Week 4, Van Noy had one of the most excellent seasons of his profession, enjoying on a one-year, $1.4 million deal. He confirmed he has a lot of juice left, that means he most certainly gained’t have to attend as lengthy to search out his 2024 group. — Jeff Zrebiec
Age: 27 Height: 5-10 Weight: 200
The excellent nickel defender on this elegance, 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 forged 1/3 cornerback/nickel. He additionally brings particular groups price, incomes first-team All-Pro honors as a kick returner in 2022 and 2023. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-1 Weight: 237
The Texans obviously leaned on Cashman for duty on protection, as he made all of the adjustment calls, shifts to the entrance, and so on. He can run, has excellent twitch and sees the sport smartly. His reads and reactions are constant, and he has a excellent nostril for the ball. He can move sideline-to-sideline but additionally nonetheless come downhill with some power. He has just a little of an damage historical past and simply 21 begins in 5 seasons, however groups might 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 forged physique of labor in 2023. He understands how you can play and positions himself accordingly. He nonetheless may be very mild on his ft, can replicate in man-to-man policy and closes with top-flight suddenness. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 5-10 Weight: 200
Ekeler’s 21 first downs by means of reception led this workforce of backs in 2023. He is slippery after the catch and runs greater than his measurement, forcing arm tacklers to pass over like a bigger again. He has in point of fact excellent pure imaginative and prescient to search out sunlight and a nostril for the purpose line. He has a lot of fuel left in his tank from a velocity and acceleration point of view, however he is at his excellent when supplemented with an early-down again. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-6 Weight: 265
The Vikings may give Davenport an extension to ward off 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 most effective 4 video games. He has recorded most effective 2.5 sacks within the final two seasons mixed however nonetheless has ability. — Alec Lewis
Age: 30 Height: 5-11 Weight: 193
Another journeyman cornerback who is nonetheless enjoying smartly, Darby was once now not a full-time participant in Baltimore (his 5th group) coming off a torn ACL in 2022. But when he performed, he confirmed the facility to run and play man-to-man at the side of quite a lot of zone ways. A prepared tackler, he’s nonetheless athletic sufficient to make up floor and shut with suddenness. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-0 Weight: 240
Brooks is an overly lively within linebacker who in point of fact has no holes in his sport, however he is reasonably much less explosive as an athlete than the 3 linebackers forward of him in this checklist. He can play on all 3 downs, and his soccer IQ sticks out. The Seahawks appear not going to convey again Bobby Wagner, who may be a loose agent, so most likely 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 point and mentioned he want to play a minimum of every other 12 months if the instances are proper. His possibilities 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 palms to stick attached within the run sport. He isn’t at all times as sq. on touch as he may well be, so he has to battle to regain his stability some. He may be very efficient on perspective blocks and double groups. He’s a tender and bettering participant. — Mueller
Age: 33 Height: 6-0 Weight: 190
The Cowboys would most certainly like to have Gilmore again for every other season. He performed smartly in 2023. But already having Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland manner Dallas will most likely now not be prepared to spend a lot on its No. 3 cornerback. Gilmore would should be prepared to take anything very team-friendly. Jourdan Lewis may be a loose agent. — Jon Machota
Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 242
Van Ginkel can play off the ball or at the edge, the place he inspired in 2023 whilst filling in for the injured Bradley Chubb and Jaelan Phillips, rating tenth in power fee amongst all gamers with a minimum of 200 go rush snaps, according to TruMedia. He will have untapped possible if he reveals a bigger position. — David DeChant
Age: 28 Height: 6-4 Weight: 305
Opeta began six video games in 2023 (5 at proper guard) providing intensity whilst the Eagles battled accidents up entrance. He surrendered 21 pressures, fifth-most amongst guards who performed inside his vary of snaps (516), in step with TruMedia, however he is proven flashes to benefit a beginning position. — Brooks Kubena
Age: 28 Height: 5-11 Weight: 195
Samuel has performed basically within the slot however may well be higher suited to transport outdoor. No subject the place he performs, his versatility must be seen via maximum groups as a power. He has superb quickness and explosiveness and will exchange speeds to stretch defenses. He could be a uncomplicated improve for lots of groups. He is instinctive and will get to open spaces temporarily in opposition to zone policy. I see him as an undervalued participant who nonetheless has upside, however he could be on his 1/3 group if he leaves Washington. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 5-11 Weight: 198
Fuller’s velocity has declined, however his anticipation and instincts assist offset that. Even so, he is drawing near 30 and has some knee considerations, making his marketplace just a little murky. With Benjamin St-Juste and Emmanuel Forbes round, he does not appear most likely to go back to Washington, which can pass over his management. — Ben Standig
Age: 34 Height: 6-1 Weight: 233
David is a brilliant and instinctive soccer participant who makes all of the calls and directs site visitors. He’s relied on via coaches and has minimum wasted actions or movements. He’s an effective, secure participant, despite the fact that he is slipped just a little from his height as he enters Year 13. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-1 Weight: 188
Yiadom had his excellent season on his 5th group in 2023, breaking apart 14 passes whilst permitting simply 23 completions on 47 goals, according to Pro Football Reference. Through his first 5 seasons, he had simply 13 PBUs whilst permitting 101 completions on 155 goals. He’ll need to 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 ahead of the Jaguars got him on the industry time limit this season. An offensive take on at Boise State, he has spent maximum of his NFL profession at left guard, the place he allowed 3 sacks on 476 go blockading snaps final season, according to TruMedia. — David DeChant
Age: 26 Height: 6-0 Weight: 202
Blackmon is an excellent athlete with vary, simple and fluid hips and the facility to hide 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 abilities are top-notch, even though his damage historical past is long, 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 a excellent mix of velocity and gear that makes him unblockable on some reps, despite the fact that there may be nonetheless some inconsistency to his sport. Regardless, getting into his age-26 season with 13 sacks within the final two seasons as just a part-time participant, he has the profile of a participant whom groups flock to in loose company. He may get a larger contract than some be expecting. — Joe Buscaglia
Age: 29 Height: 6-0 Weight: 228
Zeke can nonetheless pick out his method thru site visitors and put his foot within the floor to boost up with conviction and pa. He nonetheless breaks arm tackles however may well be missing the breakaway velocity he as soon as had. He’s excellent within the go sport on displays and dump-offs, getting yards on his personal. He strikes the chains successfully and may simply be regarded as a beginning again for lots of NFL groups. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 300
James has in large part stayed wholesome and maintained a baseline point of play in his 3 years beginning at middle for the Raiders, however he will also be overpowered every now and then. Las Vegas can most likely do higher on the place. — Tashan Reed
Age: 27 Height: 5-9 Weight: 180
Brown stays very speedy, and he is been productive for stretches, however he is additionally battled nagging accidents and stuck simply part of his goals in 2023. He’s very slight and will get knocked off of routes simply, a subject matter that may be tricky for offensive coordinators to scheme round. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-5 Weight: 253
Trautman is more practical within the go sport than the run sport. He has above-average physique regulate, and no person adjusted to extra balls outdoor his catching radius — his numbers mirrored this. He lacks supreme power and gear within the run sport however works for place and will lean on defenders. There is extra in his tank from a manufacturing point of view. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-4 Weight: 322
Charles by no means caught at take on or guard for Washington, as he battled accidents and inconsistency, together with dropping his beginning process at left guard this previous season. He’s not really to go back 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 cost is true, the 2020 third-round pick out may well be again, however that depends upon the Cowboys’ different choices as they give the impression of being to give a boost to their run protection, and whether or not Gallimore can discover a greater position in different places. — Jon Machota
Age: 25 Height: 6-7 Weight: 363
Becton is a huge guy who can create house on affect and canopy up defenders on touch. He lacks supreme lateral vary and the facility to get well when off-balance. His inconsistencies display constantly. His damage historical past may be relating to, although he began 16 of 17 video games in 2023, predominantly at left take on — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 5-11 Weight: 190
A typical starter in Jacksonville in 2019 and 2020, Herndon has been relegated to the 1/3 cornerback position since 2021, enjoying predominantly within the slot. He does not have an interception since 2019, however his enjoy and flexibility will be offering price someplace. — David DeChant
Age: 26 Height: 6-5 Weight: 319
For the primary time in his profession, Kinlaw was once wholesome for an entire 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 pick out’s long term appears brilliant, and the Niners may fight to stay him. — David Lombardi
Age: 26 Height: 6-1 Weight: 295
Brewer allowed seven sacks in 2023, according to TruMedia, as the entire Titans offensive line struggled. However, he is younger, skilled (40 begins) and flexible (enjoy at each left and proper guard), with the mobility that zone-heavy operating groups covet. — David DeChant
Age: 26 Height: 6-5 Weight: 312
Williams moved from left take on to proper take on this season however has the similar sport. He may be very fast and athletic, and he can transfer in house with stability. He nonetheless lacks energy and anchor as soon as engaged however did a greater process of being bodily in 2023 whilst enjoying each snap for Cincinnati. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-6 Weight: 245
Gesicki is a one-dimensional, pass-catching tight finish who too can line up within the slot as a larger wideout. Not a prototype Y in a typical group of workers workforce, he must be used as a matchup or crimson zone method to be productive. His blockading lags in the back of the tight ends above him in this checklist. — 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 ability and intangibles, appearing why he was once drafted extremely in 2018. His arm power, accuracy and skill to procedure in any case are compatible right into a scheme for the primary time in his profession. He’s a viable method to improve a group if he have been allowed to compete for a beginning process. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-2 Weight: 240
A wonder in a great way for me, Smith is a borderline beginning tight finish, however he is extra professional than that, and higher utilization would give a boost to his numbers. He’s very able to being an possibility as transfer tight finish or H-back. He runs smartly and will stretch the sector, which might make him a worth signing. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-2 Weight: 228
The 1/3 linebacker in the back of Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw with the 49ers, Al-Shaair adopted Ran Carthon to Tennessee final offseason on a one-year deal and completed 5th within the NFL with 163 tackles. He can give a boost to his policy consciousness, however he is a starting-caliber participant who may nonetheless have upside. — David DeChant
Age: 33 Height: 6-8 Weight: 327
Even despite the fact that Lucas performed lower than 25 % of the snaps for Washington (all at the left facet) in 2023, his duration and method have confirmed to be very efficient at combatting velocity rushes and protective on an island at take on. He may simply be a beginning possibility for a needy group, or a minimum of as a 3rd offensive take on. — 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 excellent stability. He generally is a issue breaking arm tackles and as a receiver out of the backfield. He runs with self-discipline and intentionality however isn’t a author of performs on his personal. — Mueller
Age: 35 Height: 6-1 Weight: 217
Even at 35, Taylor generally is a forged backup. He makes excellent selections for probably the most section and will administrate the offense whilst providing plus athletic skill. He has sufficient arm, will get the ball out temporarily and will throw as it should be downfield. — Mueller
Age: 34 Height: 6-0 Weight: 242
Wagner led the NFL in tackles in 2023, however he can not transfer like he used to. He want to play a thirteenth NFL season, and he’d find irresistible to do it dressed in a Seahawks uniform, however with Pete Carroll out as trainer, a reunion would seem not going. Seahawks linebackers Jordyn Brooks and Devin Bush also are loose brokers. — Michael-Shawn Dugar
Age: 36 Height: 6-4 Weight: 217
Best suited as a backup at this level, Tannehill can nonetheless procedure policy, however his liberate turns out to have slowed just a little. He is athletic and will also be deceptively efficient whilst extending performs or tucking and operating for a primary down. His arm pace is common at this level in his profession, and the ball does now not leap off his hand. He can stand within the pocket, if safe, and make maximum 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 velocity to make defenders pass over. He has pure imaginative and prescient to search out holes however can move down simply every now and then on account of his smaller body. He’s a excellent are compatible within the Texans’ scheme. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 5-11 Weight: 198
Savage flashed his ability all over an all-rookie first season, however by no means in point of fact lived as much as that playmaking possible over the following 4 years. He neglected seven video games this season with a routine calf damage. The Packers have selections to make with a number of contributing defensive backs hitting loose company. — Matt Schneidman
Age: 25 Height: 5-11 Weight: 210
Not tendered as a limited loose agent final offseason, Stone re-signed with the Ravens on a discounted deal and had the most productive 12 months of his profession. He led the AFC with seven interceptions and began 11 video games. Also a forged 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 typical starter in 2023, however he is skilled on each side, particularly at left take on. He has measurement, athleticism and the facility to bend, operating to have interaction his decrease physique as a run blocker and go blocker. He catches greater than he punches, however he performs underneath regulate with the stability to get well. He has the duration to play on an island and if truth be told was once efficient in opposition to peak go rushers. He is hesitant every now and then to look and react to stunts, however that are meant to give a boost to with reps. — Mueller
Age: 30 Height: 6-1 Weight: 203
Pringle is not a family identify, however he has an excellent aggregate of measurement and velocity, plus dependable palms when throws come his method (69.5 catch fee in his profession). He additionally has some juice as a kick returner. He may are compatible well in an offense that wishes a rapid 1/3 or fourth receiver. — David DeChant
Age: 29 Height: 6-4 Weight: 254
Hooper nonetheless has the palms, physique regulate and really feel as opposed to zone policy to be very productive. He can not run like he as soon as may however is efficacious on account of his soccer IQ and constant skill to split on brief routes. — Mueller
Age: 32 Height: 6-5 Weight: 322
A 3rd take on possibility who began 13 video games at the proper facet as an damage alternative in 2023, Fant has at all times been one of the most higher athletes on the place. He simply lacks supreme energy and anchor. Assuming Tytus Howard returns wholesome for the Texans in 2024, Fant would most likely go back to the bench if he re-signs with Houston. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 5-7 Weight: 207
The 2020 first-round pick out, who has battled accidents all the way through his profession, wound up being the Chiefs’ number one backup to Isiah Pacheco. He in point of fact has a knack for making defenders pass over after the catch, averaging 13.4 YAC according to reception, tops on this workforce. He is faster than he’s speedy and will achieve yards when performs don’t seem to be blocked as designed. — Mueller
Age: 25 Height: 6-3 Weight: 240
Uche gave the impression primed for a large payday, however that most certainly gained’t be at the desk after his manufacturing dipped. In 2022, he was once one of the most NFL’s leaders in power fee, notching 11.5 sacks. But with out Matthew Judon at the different facet for many of 2023, Uche’s power fee and sack numbers (3.5) dipped. Now he’s most likely 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 3 seasons at left guard), Lewis may well be a little bit bit heavy, which affected his stamina past due in video games. But that measurement is helping him get vital push within the run sport. As a go blocker, he is inconsistent adjusting laterally however holds up rather well in opposition to energy rushes. His agility is what worries me probably the most, however for groups that prioritize a downhill run sport, he’d be a excellent are compatible. — Mueller
Age: 27 Height: 6-5 Weight: 312
Williams battled nagging accidents in school and early in his NFL profession, after which he neglected the second one part of 2023 with a torn ACL. He has proven spectacular stretches whilst enjoying guard and middle, however sturdiness is a vital fear. — David DeChant
Age: 36 Height: 6-2 Weight: 265
The ageless marvel needs to come back again to Philly for what he known as a one-year “farewell tour.” It’s arduous to venture Graham’s long term as the rest rather then 1) enjoying for the Eagles in 2024 or 2) retiring. His snap proportion has incessantly lowered from 69 % in 2020 to 33 % in 2023, however he is nonetheless an effective go rusher. — Brooks Kubena
Age: 29 Height: 6-5 Weight: 235
Rudolph confirmed sufficient whilst beginning the Steelers’ final 3 regular-season video games to earn a shot to compete. He confirmed stepped forward poise and pocket consciousness to move along with his spectacular deep ball skill, which was once obvious in school at Oklahoma State. He is a viable backup in the appropriate scheme. — Mueller
Age: 32 Height: 6-1 Weight: 236
Hicks was once a captain and known as the Vikings’ defensive indicators, and he carried out admirably at the discipline. He’s now not the quickest nor probably the most bodily, however his self-discipline and enjoy will stay any protection in take a look at. Although he neglected 4 video games in 2023, he in the past hadn’t neglected a sport since 2018, placing early-career damage woes in the back of 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 a superb participant, completing moment at the group in sacks each and every of the final two seasons (8.5 in 2022, 7.5 in 2023) regardless of making most effective six overall begins. His price ticket shall be too excessive for Dallas. — Jon Machota
Age: 31 Height: 6-4 Weight: 235
Brissett was once remarkably environment friendly in aid of Sam Howell — main touchdowns on 5 consecutive possessions — however that should not be the expectancy. 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 all over 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, every 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 past due within the 2023 season after lacking maximum of 2022 with a quad damage. The linebacker place turns out to rank final in positional precedence with the oldsters operating the Browns, so he most likely would possibly not be again. — Zac Jackson
Age: 29 Height: 6-2 Weight: 234
Tranquill was once a key a part of the Chiefs’ deep linebacker rotation, tying for 1/3 at the group in tackles within the steady season regardless of enjoying simply 57 % of the snaps. He’s a deadly blitzer who excels at developing damaging performs, logging 9.5 sacks, 15 QB hits, 17 tackles for loss and 3 pressured fumbles during the last two seasons. — David DeChant
Age: 29 Height: 6-5 Weight: 312
Risner hit the open marketplace final offseason and was once now not as wanted as he was hoping. He signed with Minnesota 3 weeks into September and turned into a starter at left guard in Week 7. Pass coverage is his power. The Vikings are prone to need Risner again, however they gained’t be the one group . — 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 really like to have him again however would possibly not believe him a excessive precedence. He shouldn’t be in excessive call for, which might permit the Steelers to snoop round for any individual more 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 successful soccer in 2023. He completed with 18 overall TDs (15 passing, 3 dashing) in opposition to 14 overall turnovers (9 interceptions, 5 misplaced fumbles), so it wasn’t at all times beautiful, however I feel Indianapolis must 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 covered up. He depends on his reads and reactions greater than velocity and vary, however he presentations a constant nostril for the ball and has been productive. He would possibly not make performs past the scope of the scheme, however his self-discipline might be welcome any place. — Mueller
Age: 30 Height: 6-4 Weight: 260
Swaim is the most productive and maximum constant run blocker of all tight ends on this elegance. He’s bodily, sturdy and really prepared — which must now not be assumed as a given, even on the NFL point. He does the grimy paintings. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 5-10 Weight: 210
Released via the Vikings, Cook flopped with the Jets ahead of being waived, then went unclaimed on waivers and performed sparingly for Baltimore in a single playoff sport. As low as his inventory is now, he averaged 4.4 yards according to elevate in 2022 and does not flip 30 till August 2025. — David DeChant
Age: 27 Height: 5-11 Weight: 203
Osborn had a disappointing season, losing seven passes, in step with PFF. But he was once infrequently the main learn, and he is a robust blocker and runner after the catch. He’s most certainly in line for a non permanent 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 once a first-round pick out via the Jaguars on 2020 — has the peak, weight and talent set to be a top quality cornerback. He simply wishes a bigger physique of labor. He would rank larger if wholesome. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-2 Weight: 229
Untendered via the Packers as a limited loose agent final offseason, Barnes joined the Cardinals and flashed as a part-time starter, logging 55 tackles and 6 passes defensed in most effective 408 defensive snaps. Arizona has a lot of cap house if it needs to stay him. — David DeChant
Age: 39 Height: 6-6 Weight: 245
I in finding it arduous to imagine any group goes to make Flacco its starter, however he performed smartly sufficient to attract passion — and possibly command more cash than the Browns wish to pay a backup QB. Given Flacco’s recognition within the locker room, can Cleveland possibility bringing him again in case Deshaun Watson struggles, or would that undermine Watson? — Zac Jackson
Age: 29 Height: 6-2 Weight: 196
Davis has supreme bodily characteristics. The Chargers noticed the ones characteristics grow to be congruous manufacturing most effective in spurts, then again, as he excelled past due in 2022 however struggled in 2023. A line-up-and-play, heavy-man-coverage gadget is usually a higher are compatible than Brandon Staley’s scheme was once. — Daniel Popper
Age: 26 Height: 6-2 Weight: 203
A starter from Day 1 regardless of being drafted within the 6th around, Fuller has been productive and does a excellent process of minimizing harm at the again finish. He isn’t a dynamic athlete, neither is he bodily, however he presentations excellent figuring out and instincts. He simply lacks the burst and perfect play velocity to be a long-term resolution for the Rams. — Mueller
Age: 26 Height: 6-0 Weight: 208
Rapp was once signed to be the Bills’ 1/3 protection, but if he was once requested to begin, he struggled. He was once a slightly too past due on some big-play makes an attempt and amassed some reckless non-public foul consequences. However, Rapp remains to be younger and may discover a solid beginning position for a modest wage this offseason. — Joe Buscaglia
Age: 30 Height: 6-4 Weight: 231
Winston has are compatible smartly within the Saints’ locker room, however he is been asymmetric in 21 appearances (10 begins) with New Orleans during the last 4 seasons. His excellent stretch got here all over seven video games as a starter in 2021 ahead of tearing his ACL. His trainer that season, Sean Payton, may want a new QB in Denver … — David DeChant
Age: 30 Height: 6-2 Weight: 305
Rankins has a robust all-around ability set, offering versatility in the place he can align and his taste of play. He’s agile and will get an edge as an within rusher. He additionally performs smartly along with his palms and presentations excellent vary, even outdoor the take on field. His effort and anticipation stay strengths as he enters his 9th season. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 5-11 Weight: 200
An All-Pro special-teamer in 2022, Reaves’ 2023 season ended early because of a torn ACL, however he is usually a helpful 1/3 protection for any individual. — Mueller
Age: 28 Height: 6-1 Weight: 312
A typical starter in 2021 and 2022 with the Rams, Gaines was once relegated to a backup position in Tampa, the place his numbers dipped whilst enjoying in the back of Vita Vea, Calijah Kancey and Logan Hall. He’s now not a lot of a go rusher, however he must supply price 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 neglected from 2020 to 2021) endured in New York, as he neglected 14 video games in 3 seasons. He can nonetheless duvet, and his flexibility to play within the slot provides price, however he struggles with tackling. — Dan Duggan
Age: 29 Height: 6-2 Weight: 203
All symptoms level to the top in Cincinnati for Boyd, who must have a marketplace amongst groups on the lookout for a slot receiver. His reliability and savvy might be gold for any group grooming a tender quarterback. He’ll most certainly finally end up with a multiyear deal within the $7-9 million according to season vary, which might be too wealthy for the Bengals’ stability sheet. — Paul Dehner Jr.
Age: 31 Height: 6-5 Weight: 242
Gregory remains to be a skilled go rusher. He can flip the nook, however he too can flip straight-line velocity into energy. He struggles to carry a disciplined edge and take care of leverage in opposition to ball carriers and scrambling QBs. He will get stuck within constantly. But his effort with the 49ers was once excellent, and he may supply price as a situational go rusher on an inexpensive deal someplace. — Mueller
Age: 29 Height: 5-11 Weight: 210
Owens entered the beginning lineup on account of damage in 2023 however held onto his beginning spot. Outside of a few obvious neglected tackles in opposition to the Chargers and 49ers, he wasn’t a legal responsibility, even though the Packers may use extra of a game-changer on the place. — Matt Schneidman
Age: 27 Height: 6-4 Weight: 228
Lock has gave the impression in most effective 4 video games (two begins) since 2021, highlighted via his 92-yard, game-winning landing power in opposition to the Eagles this season. He stays turnover-prone (3 INTs on 76 makes an attempt in 2023), however most likely that shining second will draw a couple of suitors. — David DeChant
Age: 28 Height: 6-2 Weight: 215
Known essentially for his blockading, Brown posted a career-high 567 receiving yards in simply 10 video games in 2023, averaging 17.2 yards according to catch (fourth-best amongst all gamers with a minimum of 30 receptions). His ability set must passion groups that want a high quality 1/3 or fourth receiver. — David DeChant
Age: 33 Height: 6-6 Weight: 281
Sturdily constructed with sturdy palms, Gholston has been a top quality run defender all the way through his profession, enjoying base result in a 4-3 scheme or five- and three-technique in a 3-4. His snaps dipped in 2023, however he must nonetheless give a contribution 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 3 seasons. Back at the edge in 2023, he confirmed flashes, beating Penei Sewell cleanly for his first profession sack and posting 4 QB hits and 11 pressures over the overall six video games. Perhaps every other group will supply a greater are compatible. — David DeChant
Age: 30 Height: 6-4 Weight: 222
Mariota stays a forged backup with excellent mobility, which turns out to be useful in the back of one of the most league’s extra cell starters in Jalen Hurts. Will the Eagles retain him, or will they like 2023 sixth-round pick out Tanner McKee (or any individual else)? — Brooks Kubena
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