NFL Free Agency Articles - Page 20

The New Orleans Saints head into the 2025 offseason facing a frustratingly familiar challenge—searching for solutions. After yet another underwhelming season, the franchise must navigate critical decisions in free agency. While high-profile signings often dominate the headlines, the Saints would be better served by targeting underrated free agents who can deliver substantial impact. With financial […]

Mike Vrabel is ready for the New England Patriots to spend in NFL free agency. The Patriots head coach was pretty blunt when asked what his team’s approach would be in free agency this offseason as he met with reporters at the NFL Scouting Combine on Tuesday. “We want to be aggressive,” Vrabel said. “We […]

The Los Angeles Chargers exceeded everyone’s expectations last season, reaching the playoffs as a Wild Card team in the first season under Jim Harbaugh. 2024 was supposed to be a rebuild year in Los Angeles, but now the team’s timeline is accelerated. This offseason, the Chargers will be completely focused on building the rest of […]

A longtime Washington Commanders star may be headed elsewhere. And that might not be the Commanders’ only trade. Also, general manager Adam Peters revealed a necessary “active” free-agency approach for the 2025 NFL offseason, according to a post on X by John Keim. On free agency, Peters said, “We’ll be active because we have to […]

For the eighth time in the past ten seasons, the Cleveland Browns missed out on the playoffs once again in 2024. Despite the franchise resurgence Kevin Stefanski led over the past five years, Cleveland’s 3-14 record was their worst since the infamous 0-16 campaign in 2017. The disappointing outing forces the Browns into a difficult […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers head into the 2025 offseason at a pivotal moment. After finishing with a 10-7 record and securing a playoff berth, their postseason run was cut short with a narrow Wild Card Round loss. With Baker Mayfield proving he can be a long-term solution at quarterback and a talented core still intact […]

The Cleveland Browns head into the 2025 offseason in dire need of a fresh start. After a dismal 3-14 season, the franchise is looking to make critical roster moves that will help reestablish its identity. Sure, marquee free agents will dominate headlines. However, Cleveland would be wise to target underrated talent that can make an […]

After turning in their worst season since 2020, recording just six wins in a largely joyless campaign, the San Francisco 49ers are heading into 2025 with roughly $50 million in cap space, seven draft picks, and a deep desire to make changes at multiple key positions across the roster. On offense, the 49ers have to […]

Throughout their long and storied history, the Green Bay Packers have never been known as a team that made big, splashy free agent signings. Since the biggest free agent addition in franchise history, when the Packers acquired Hall of Fame DE Reggie White in 1993, Green Bay has been reserved during the offseason. But perhaps […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have a lot of work to do this offseason after they finished the 2024 campaign with a lowly 4-13 record. They managed to cross one piece of business off their to-do- list on Monday, as they came to an agreement on a new deal with safety Isaiah Pola-Mao after he enjoyed […]

How the Dallas Cowboys line up against the NFC’s best for the 2025 season may depend on a good draft. And the roster will need to be managed carefully. Meanwhile, Cowboys executive vice-president Stephen Jones revealed contract talks with a star free agent coming off a career-best season. Jones said the Cowboys have begun negotiations […]

The Cincinnati Bengals head into the 2025 offseason at a pivotal juncture. Once a consistent AFC contender, they took a step backward in 2024, finishing with a 9-8 record and falling short of the playoffs. Sure, injuries played a role. However, inconsistencies on both offense and defense highlighted critical weaknesses that must be addressed. Joe […]

The Denver Broncos find themselves at a critical juncture in their rebuild. After years of post-Super Bowl L struggles, they finally showed signs of turning the corner in 2024. Under the leadership of head coach Sean Payton, Denver put together a competitive 2024 campaign. While their postseason journey was short-lived, the team demonstrated resilience and […]

As the Tampa Bay Buccaneers step into the 2025 offseason, they find themselves at a pivotal crossroads. Since the departure of Tom Brady, the franchise has remained competitive, consistently pushing for playoff success. However, with the realities of the salary cap looming, the front office is now faced with tough decisions to maintain a strong […]

The Houston Texans had a solid 2024 season. However, many fans may feel like the Texans failed to live up to expectations. Houston finished the regular season 10-7, winning the AFC South division title and making the playoffs for the second consecutive season. However, before the 2024 season, many fans and analysts thought the Texans […]

With recurring injury issues rearing its ugly head, almost nothing went right for the Miami Dolphins in 2024. Following an 8-9 season that ended in the regular season, the Dolphins enter free agency in the 2025 NFL offseason with a lot of roster issues to address. The Dolphins enter free agency with one of the […]

The Washington Commanders enter the 2025 offseason in an unusual but promising position. They are coming off one of their most successful campaigns in decades. After years of inconsistency, the franchise finally found stability under new leadership, a dynamic roster, and a hard-nosed defensive identity. However, sustained success comes with its own set of challenges. […]

With a newfound belief in Bryce Young, the Carolina Panthers enter the 2025 NFL offseason with the most optimism they have had in years. The 2025 season will be crucial for the development of both Young and the Panthers, putting general manager Dan Morgan in a sink-or-swim position. Despite building a mostly young core, Morgan […]

The Tennessee Titans head into the 2025 offseason with a clear mission. They need to rebuild a roster that endured one of the worst seasons in franchise history. Once a consistent contender in the AFC, Tennessee now finds itself in full-scale reconstruction mode. With limited cap flexibility and a roster in need of upgrades, difficult […]

There is a reason why the Los Angeles Rams are allowing star quarterback Matthew Stafford to talk to other NFL teams. The Rams gave permission to Stafford’s agent when it comes to speaking with other squads about his value. However, it doesn’t mean it is a trade request, as NFL insider Ian Rapoport emphasized. “Instead, […]

Entering the 2025 NFL offseason, the Green Bay Packers are one of the many teams currently suck in no-man’s land. They are not necessarily rebuilding but remain miles away from legitimate Super Bowl contention. As has been the case for the franchise seemingly every year, the Packers’ handling of the upcoming offseason will be key […]

Following a disappointing 2024 season, the San Francisco 49ers have an intriguing offseason ahead of them. With several lucrative contract extensions looming, the 49ers will prioritize salary management, forcing them to compile a list of cut candidates in the 2025 NFL offseason. Despite a surplus of sizeable contracts on their roster, the 49ers enter the […]

The Houston Texans continued to make strides in 2024, solidifying themselves as a team on the rise. With quarterback CJ Stroud leading the way and head coach DeMeco Ryans fostering a culture of toughness and accountability, Houston posted a 10-7 record and clinched a playoff berth again. The Texans even secured another postseason victory before […]

The NFL franchise tag window is now open, and the free agency “legal tampering period” starts on March 10. So, teams are starting to put their 2025 plans into action as the offseason starts in earnest. For the Minnesota Vikings, that may mean locking up failed former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones to a […]

The Cincinnati Bengals enter the 2025 offseason facing a critical turning point. After an explosive start to the Joe Burrow era that included deep playoff runs and a Super Bowl appearance, the team has struggled to maintain its place among the AFC’s elite. Their 9-8 finish in 2024 has forced the front office into a […]

For the Cleveland Browns, having one controversial quarterback may not be enough. Despite still owing Deshaun Watson $92 million over the next two years, rumors are that the Browns may be kicking the tires on Aaron Rodgers to see if he’s a fit in case Watson misses the entire season with his Achilles injury. “People […]

The Arizona Cardinals are gearing up for an aggressive offseason, and fans have every reason to be excited. With over $76 million in cap space, the fourth-most in the NFL, general manager Monti Ossenfort made it clear during Newsmakers Week on Arizona Sports 98.7 FM that the team plans to be active in free agency. […]

The Minnesota Vikings would not mind having quarterback Sam Darnold return for another season. However, they would attach a condition to that scenario. NFL reporter Jeremy Fowler went on ESPN’s SportsCenter show regarding news happening in the league on Friday. One of the topics he went over involved the Vikings, believing the team would be […]

In the 2025 NFL offseason, some big names could hit free agency: Trey Smith, Khalil Mack, Sam Darnold, and more. However, after the Jets determined that Aaron Rodgers wouldn’t return in 2025, he’s set to hit the open market as a free agent. There aren’t many teams that he would make sense with, but the […]

With the NFL free-agency period beginning March 12 at 4 p.m. EST, the Chicago Bears must make roster cuts to free up room under their salary cap. The Bears’ first two roster moves came on Friday with the releases of two veterans, starting with Gerald Everett, per Ari Meirov on X. “The #Bears informed veteran […]

One of the biggest questions heading into this NFL offseason was what would happen with Aaron Rodgers. Coming out of a disappointing 2024 campaign, Rodgers staying with the Jets, becoming a free agent or retiring seemed to all be on the table. After hiring former Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn to be the team’s […]

While the Buffalo Bills mull over cutting Von Miller, the team must also make other tough choices. But the Bills can restock their roster by signing these two sneaky-good NFL free agents. Buffalo knocked at the Super Bowl door in 2024, falling just short to the Chiefs in the AFC Championship game. The Bills roster […]

It doesn’t seem like the Carolina Panthers plan on being nice to Adam Thielen. Regardless, they need to focus on the draft ahead. And they also should sign these two sneaky-good free agents in the 2025 NFL offseason. Yet another bad year got tacked onto the Panthers’ history as they finished 5-12 on the season. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers head into the 2025 offseason facing some tough decisions. Sure, they remain a disciplined, well-coached team under Mike Tomlin. However, their inability to break through in the playoffs continues to be a lingering frustration. With an aging roster, looming salary cap constraints, and a pressing need to close the gap in a […]

The Baltimore Ravens head into the 2025 offseason with some tough decisions on the horizon. Following another strong regular season, Baltimore fell short of their Super Bowl ambitions. Now, with salary cap concerns looming, general manager Eric DeCosta and head coach John Harbaugh must make difficult choices. The Ravens have built their roster around star […]

The Las Vegas Raiders enter the 2025 offseason on the outside looking in when it comes to the NFL’s elite. After another disappointing season, changes are inevitable. The franchise must make difficult roster decisions to realign with a competitive future. With the salary cap always a factor and new leadership likely assessing every contract on […]

The Los Angeles Chargers head into the 2025 offseason balancing both optimism and disappointment. Despite a strong showing in the regular season, their playoff struggles continued. This reinforces the notion that while the team is loaded with talent, key challenges remain. With salary cap space limited and multiple areas in need of upgrades, the front […]

The San Francisco 49ers will eventually deal away disgruntled star Deebo Samuel once the offseason gains steam. The wide receiver has struggled to recapture his 2021 All-Pro form, plus has shared transparent talks with the Niners about parting ways. His pending departure prompted George Kittle to finally break his silence about Samuel’s situation. Is “The […]

The Buffalo Bills once again fell short against the Kansas City Chiefs in the postseason in 2024. The team’s heartbreaking three-point AFC Championship Game defeat marked the fourth time the Chiefs eliminated the Bills from the playoffs in the last five seasons. Buffalo will make yet another attempt at getting past the AFC gatekeepers in […]