NFL Free Agency Articles - Page 18

When it comes to the Philadelphia Eagles in 2025, free agency and the draft can’t be their own avenue to build a credible contender for a title defense. Now granted, the Eagles can check off some major boxes with those two avenues. They could bring back their defensive leader, Zack Baun, in a few weeks […]

After a stretch of promise under head coach Mike McDaniel, the Miami Dolphins now face the reality that tweaks alone won’t be enough to compete in a loaded AFC. Sure, their offense has been electric. However, their struggles in the trenches and inconsistency in key moments have prevented them from emerging as legitimate contenders. To […]

The Minnesota Vikings took the first step in addressing the 2025 status of Sam Darnold. However, Darnold’s Vikings future took a rather interesting turn on Monday night ahead of 2025 NFL free agency. Darnold’s chances of returning witnessed this update via ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter. “Vikings QB Sam Darnold is unlikely to be franchise […]

Whether it’s finding the right guy in a trade, or upgrading the roster through free agency, the Houston Texans have work to do. And there is one free agent who can help fill the Texans’ biggest offseason need. Coming off a 10-7 season and a second straight playoff berth, the Texans have their sights set […]

The 2025 offseason looks challenging for the Cincinnati Bengals. They may need to shop for a trade, and they might have to cut a fairly good player. But they surely need help on the defensive line, and here is one free agent who can help fill the Bengals’ biggest offseason need. One of the biggest […]

The Cincinnati Bengals’ defense was largely responsible for the team missing the playoffs this past season, as MVP-worthy campaigns by Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase were denied proper recognition. To sum up, the unit was a disaster and requires significant attention in the coming months. But there are some defensive players who can still provide […]

If the San Francisco 49ers are going to bounce back in 2025, they need a healthy season from Christian McCaffrey. And they need to hit their mark in free agency. And here is one free agent who can help fill the 49ers’ biggest offseason need. Like many other NFL teams, the 49ers need to boost […]

Among the Baltimore Ravens’ offseason challenges, they have to decide what to do with a key offensive lineman. Also, will they keep Marcus Williams around? But there is one free agent who can help fill the Ravens’ biggest offseason need. It won’t come as a surprise that Ravens need what a lot of other NFL […]

The Detroit Lions need to address their defense once again during the 2025 NFL offseason. Detroit invested heavily in their defense last offseason, adding several players who made an impact right away. The Lions brought in DJ Reader and Amik Robertson via free agency and traded for Carlton Davis III. They also spent their first […]

It’s difficult to knock what the Pittsburgh Steelers do from a front-office standpoint and organizational perspective. The Rooney family has done an admirable job building a shatterproof culture: traditional, yet sensible. This is one of the main reasons why the franchise remains competitive on a yearly basis. With two-straight playoff appearances and five-consecutive winning seasons […]

The Chicago Bears are expected to make some big moves this offseason. Chicago has a full war chest of draft picks and plenty of cap space to spend during NFL free agency. Even though the Bears missed out on Trey Smith, they may still look to add talent on the offensive line. Adam Hoge of […]

The Kansas City Chiefs have established themselves as the NFL’s modern dynasty under the leadership of Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid. However, even the most dominant teams must evolve to maintain their edge. After securing back-to-back Super Bowl victories in 2023 and 2024, Kansas City fell just short of an unprecedented three-peat in 2025. The […]

The Baltimore Ravens have built their identity around a dominant defense for years. However, in the ever-evolving landscape of the NFL, staying ahead requires constant adaptation. Their 2024 season was filled with promise, yet their shortcomings became glaringly obvious in the AFC Divisional Round. Among those weaknesses, none stood out more than the inconsistency of […]

The Dallas Cowboys have watched DeMarcus Lawrence go from second round find in 2014 to becoming a four-time Pro Bowler. But he’s facing the end of a illustrious run with the franchise as NFL free agency comes close. Lawrence enters free agency later this month. By dipping out of Dallas, the 32-year-old will earn a […]

All the attention of the Atlanta Falcons’ 2025 offseason will be on their transition to Michael Penix Jr., but the team has rightfully spent most of its focus on defense. While the offensive transition will be worth monitoring, the Falcons’ defense was its biggest issue in 2024, making that the top priority of the 2025 […]

The Green Bay Packers had a solid 2024 campaign. Green Bay won 11 games and went to the playoffs, though they lost during the Wild Card round. Now the Packers need to transition into offseason mode so they can try to fix what went wrong in 2024. Packers center Josh Myers got a positive update […]

The tackle market has become quite expensive over the past few years in the NFL, and heading into free agency, Baltimore Ravens left tackle Ronnie Stanley appears to be the top option that could become available. If he does hit the open market, the Kansas City Chiefs are expected to be in play for his […]

The first big domino in the quarterback market fell this offseason when Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams agreed to a restructured contract to keep him in L.A. That forced the New York Giants, who were in hot pursuit of Stafford, to pivot to other veteran quarterback options. And while they are reportedly interested […]

The New York Giants need to find a new quarterback during the 2025 NFL offseason. The Giants were one of two teams that were pushing to trade for Rams QB Matthew Stafford this past week. Unfortunately, Stafford signed a new contract with the Rams on Friday and will stay in Los Angeles. Now the Giants […]

The Cincinnati Bengals have flirted with contention in recent seasons. However, their 2024 campaign served as a harsh reality check—reminding them that the NFL doesn’t grant second chances. Despite fielding one of the league’s most talented rosters, a mix of injuries, inconsistency, and a brutally competitive AFC North left them on the outside looking in […]

The Kansas City Chiefs’ three-peat bid failed in 2024, but they still managed to obtain their third straight AFC Championship and ninth consecutive AFC West title. Yet, for the first time in three years, the Chiefs are forced to make adjustments and address their biggest need in the 2025 NFL offseason. Once known as a […]

After an up-and-down 2024 season that ultimately ended in disappointment, the Indianapolis Colts find themselves in search of a key addition that can elevate them from a borderline playoff team to a true contender. With Anthony Richardson showing flashes of promise, Indianapolis still lacks a true difference-maker in the passing game. They need someone who […]

Following a massively disappointing season, it’s evident that a bold and decisive rebuild is necessary for the Cleveland Browns. Despite having talent on paper, Cleveland’s inability to sustain success has kept the team trapped in a cycle of mediocrity. However, with Myles Garrett—one of the NFL’s premier defensive players—on the roster, the Browns have a […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are at a crossroads with their quarterback situation heading into the 2025 NFL offseason. With both Justin Fields and Russell Wilson set to become free agents when the new league year begins on March 12, the team must decide whether to bring back one of their current options or explore external alternatives. […]

The New England Patriots have plenty of roster holes to fill heading into the 2025 offseason, and cornerback is one of their most pressing needs. With free agency looming, the team is expected to explore all options to bolster its secondary, and one intriguing name has surfaced: Asante Samuel Jr. Samuel, who recently completed his […]

The Minnesota Vikings are a difficult team to project for 2025. Last year the Vikings finished the regular season with a 14-3 record, their best campaign since winning 15 games in 1998. The team even had a chance to knock off the Detroit Lions for the NFC North crown in Week 18. But, with two […]

The Washington Commanders have their own “Deebo” strolling into their city. Deebo Samuel is heading to the NFC runner ups, following the blockbuster Saturday trade pulled by the San Francisco 49ers. The Commanders’ X account welcomed Samuel in the most perfect way. They posted a gif of the renown movie villain from “Friday” he was […]

The Buffalo Bills did what they do best in 2024, putting up a stellar regular season, winning the AFC East, and eventually succumbing to the Kansas City Chiefs in the playoffs. This season felt different, though, as if the team is closer to a Super Bowl than ever but just a player or two short. […]

The Indianapolis Colts have several holes to fill in the 2025 NFL offseason, but one need rises above the rest. A busy offseason lies ahead for general manager Chris Ballard and head coach Shane Steichen, beginning with free agency in March. In 2024, the Colts were statistically solid in most offensive areas but got torched […]

The Kansas City Chiefs fell short in their quest to become the first team in NFL history to win three Super Bowls in a row, as they got blown out in Super Bowl 59 by the Philadelphia Eagles. Now, they enter the offseason looking to revamp their roster in an effort to make it back […]

The Arizona Cardinals are a franchise that hasn’t had a lot of success. It’s been more than 15 years since the team made a Super Bowl. Despite having one of the NFL’s most dynamic young quarterbacks in Kyler Murray, Arizona still hasn’t made a playoff appearance since the 2021 season. The Cardinals in fact have […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are looking to make some big changes this offseason after enduring a miserable 2024 campaign that saw them finish with a 4-13 record. On the offensive side of the ball, the Raiders missed out on their quest to trade for quarterback Matthew Stafford after he agreed to a restructured contract with […]

Despite flashes of promise in recent years, the Jacksonville Jaguars’ 2024 campaign was another major setback. Sure, Trevor Lawrence remains the franchise cornerstone. However, Jacksonville’s glaring defensive deficiencies prevented them from being competitive in an increasingly loaded AFC. If the Jaguars hope to turn things around, fixing their struggling secondary must be a top priority. […]

Following another dismal season, the New York Giants remain trapped in a cycle of mediocrity. With a roster that lacks firepower, an offense struggling to find its rhythm, and no clear long-term solution at quarterback, the Giants must take bold action. One move stands out above the rest—acquiring the No. 1 overall pick in the […]

The Seattle Seahawks have been a model of consistency over the past decade, but steady performance hasn’t necessarily translated into championship success. Sure, they remain competitive. However, the gap between them and the NFL’s elite has widened. The 2025 offseason presents a crucial opportunity for Seattle to bridge that divide and reestablish itself as a […]

Few teams have as big of a singular offseason need than the New York Giants. After ending the year with Drew Lock at quarterback, the Giants are in desperate need of a new signal-caller in the 2025 NFL offseason, whether it be from the draft or free agency. Ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft, the […]

The 2025 free agency period will be an interesting time for the Indianapolis Colts. For the fourth straight year, the Colts missed the playoffs, forcing them to enter the 2025 NFL offseason without a sense of direction. Head coach Shane Steichen is an even 17-17 ahead of his third season with the team. Steichen and […]

Despite a late surge in November, another slow start to the year caused the Cincinnati Bengals to miss the playoffs in 2024. As a result, the perennial contenders have already made multiple marquee changes in the 2025 NFL offseason and are ready to make several more in free agency. Head coach Zac Taylor opened the […]

The Los Angeles Rams have secured left tackle Alaric Jackson with a three-year, $57 million contract extension, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. The deal includes $35 million in guaranteed money, ensuring that one of Matthew Stafford’s key blockers remains in Los Angeles as the franchise looks to maintain stability on its offensive line. Jackson, 26, […]