NFL Free Agency Articles - Page 21

After a promising but ultimately unfulfilled 2024 season, Green Bay Packers enter the 2025 offseason with a solid foundation. However, they also have a pressing need that must be addressed to elevate their championship aspirations. Jordan Love has cemented himself as the franchise quarterback, and the young roster has shown immense potential. That said, the […]

After an impressive 14-3 regular season in 2024, the Minnesota Vikings entered the playoffs with high hopes, only to suffer a crushing Wild Card Round defeat. Sure, their offense, guided by head coach Kevin O’Connell, delivered plenty of explosive moments. However, defensive shortcomings proved to be their downfall when it mattered most. Now, with the […]

As the new NFL league year approaches, many teams are honing in on their offseason strategies before players hit the open market. On Wednesday, Las Vegas Raiders minority owner Tom Brady popped up into the Matthew Stafford sweepstakes, after Stafford essentially received permission to seek a trade from the Los Angeles Rams. The Rams made […]

The Los Angeles Rams are dealing with both Cooper Kupp and Matthew Stafford trade rumblings. Now a Pro Bowler on the Rams’ roster is the third trade mention. However, this player wants out of L.A. Offensive guard Jonah Jackson is seeking a new NFL home, per Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. Jackson came over via the […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have informed safety Jordan Whitehead that they will not exercise his option bonus, making him a free agent ahead of the 2025 NFL season, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. Whitehead, who is recovering from injuries sustained in a January car accident, is expected to be fully recovered well before the […]

The Kansas City Chiefs are fresh off losing Super Bowl 59 to the Philadelphia Eagles, and they might end up losing one of their top offensive linemen, Trey Smith, in free agency. The Chicago Bears, who desperately need offensive line help, lurk as a top suitor for Smith if he doesn’t return to the Chiefs, […]

The Chicago Bears have a chance to get a lot better during the 2025 NFL offseason. Chicago already brought Ben Johnson in as their next head coach. Now the Bears need to fill their roster with talented players. Bears’ leadership already seemed to be laser focused on one position group ahead of NFL free agency. […]

Heading into the 2025 NFL season, one of the biggest questions surrounding the league is the status of Sam Darnold with the Minnesota Vikings. That’s right, while Darnold will undoubtedly be among the most in-demand quarterbacks in the NFL after becoming a Pro Bowler for the 2024 NFL season, he could end up bypassing the […]

The Carolina Panthers are entering a pivotal offseason—one that could shape the franchise’s direction for years to come. After another frustrating campaign, the team is in desperate need of solutions, particularly on offense. Despite significant investment in young quarterback Bryce Young, his development has been hampered by an underwhelming supporting cast. If Carolina hopes to […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers collapsed during the stretch run of the 2024 NFL season and stumbled to an uninspiring conclusion. It’s back to the drawing board for Omar Kahn and the organization’s front office, and the process of building a Super Bowl-worthy roster will begin on March 10 when the 2025 free agency window opens. The […]

After watching Sam Darnold play at a Pro Bowl level for the Vikings in 2025, Minnesota has a tough decision to make regarding the future of their quarterback position. On one hand, they could retain Darnold and run it back. Alternatively, the team could go with JJ McCarthy, the quarterback they selected in the first […]

The Chicago Bears are at a pivotal moment. Following another frustrating season, the franchise enters an offseason that could shape its long-term trajectory. Sure, they’ve made progress in acquiring young talent and reshaping the roster. However, there are still glaring gaps preventing them from becoming legitimate contenders. To take a meaningful step forward in 2025, […]

After seemingly hitting the jackpot in the 2024 NFL season, with almost all of their big swings connecting in major ways, the Philadelphia Eagles may soon have to pay the piper for their incredible success in terms of free agency, where multiple key Super Bowl contributors could be off to greener – as in money […]

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 […]