2024 NFL Free Agent Rankings: Top 200 players set to enter free agency

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1. DI Chris Jones, Kansas City Chiefs

It’s rare for a player of Jones’ caliber to reach unrestricted free agency, and Kansas City did not give up the right to franchise tag him for a second time when the two sides agreed to a reworked contract this past offseason. A tag for Jones would land north of $33 million, which perhaps helps him test the open market for the first time in his career.

Jones is not only one of the best interior pass rushers in the game right now; he’s one of the best ever. He is also capable of lining up outside of tackles as a five-technique, bending around the edge and getting home.

Top free agent comparison: Ndamukong Suh, 2015
Player Run-defense grade Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Chris Jones 59.9 90.3 92.3 18.5% ?
Ndamukong Suh 80.0 83.0 82.5 11.2% 13.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


2. QB Kirk Cousins, Minnesota Vikings

An ill-timed torn Achilles derailed another strong season from Cousins, and he looked set to have a host of suitors in free agency, as he did back in 2018. Cousins still has the requisite arm strength to throw to all levels of the field and has been as accurate as ever in recent seasons.

Top free agent comparison: Philip Rivers, 2020
Player Clean-pocket grade 1st & 2nd down grade Standard dropback grade Sack rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Kirk Cousins 91.1 89.1 90.3 5.9% ?
Philip Rivers 91.2 89.0 87.3 5.5% 12.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


3. EDGE Josh Allen, Jacksonville Jaguars

Allen backed up a strong 2022 with an extraordinary 2023 season, racking up career highs in quarterback pressures (90) and sacks (19), coupled with a 20.5% pass-rush win rate that was among the league’s best.

Top free agent comparison: Melvin Ingram, 2017
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Josh Allen 89.4 91.4 17.5% 82.4 ?
Melvin Ingram 89.2 90.5 13.6% 68.4 9.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


4. WR Tee Higgins, Cincinnati Bengals

Injuries hampered almost the entire 2023 season for Higgins after his second consecutive 1,000-yard season in 2022 with a receiving grade above 75.0. A franchise tag already seemed likely heading into this season, and with little new data to impact the negotiation either way, that seems inevitable. The field-stretching, jump-ball receiver should have the chance to bounce back in 2024 along with the entire Bengals team following a disappointing campaign.

Top free agent comparison: Mike Williams, 2022
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Tee Higgins 70.9 1.66 13.1 5.6 ?
Mike Williams 78.0 1.78 13.5 4.6 9.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


5. EDGE Brian Burns, Carolina Panthers

Burns cannot seem to escape Carolina as the team turns down trade offers and consistently loses football games, but he put together a strong second half of the 2023 season. He posted his fourth straight pass-rush grade above 70.0, keeping his stock high amid the chaos.

Top free agent comparison: Frank Clark, 2019
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Brian Burns 75.6 80.8 11.6% 56.3 ?
Frank Clark 80.4 83.6 14.3% 63.2 11.1%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


6. DI Justin Madubuike, Baltimore Ravens

Madubuike has a strong case for being the player to earn himself the most money in 2023. With at least half a sack in 13 of 17 games this season, Madubuike more than doubled his prior season high. He also exactly doubled his total pressure output. His effort and intensity on backside pursuit plays have always been there, and now an improved arsenal of moves with a more explosive first step has Madubuike set to cash in big time.

Top free agent comparison: Javon Hargrave, 2020
Player Run-defense grade Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Justin Madubuike 66.1 73.6 81.9 11.2% ?
Javon Hargrave 81.3 77.5 79.8 12.2% 6.5%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


7. DI Christian Wilkins, Miami Dolphins

Wilkins hoped to get an extension done before the 2023 season but didn't let the lack of one amid many at the position slow him down. Wilkins is as good a run defender as any interior defensive lineman in the NFL, setting career highs in every pass-rushing category this season — including pass-rush win rate, pressure rate, sacks, quarterback hits and pressures.

Top free agent comparison: Malik Jackson, 2016
Player Run-defense grade Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Christian Wilkins 78.5 74.5 75.7 10.0% ?
Malik Jackson 81.5 74.1 78.1 9.7% 9.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


8. S Antoine Winfield Jr., Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Winfield can line up in the box, take on receivers in the slot and play as a roaming deep-third free safety, finding success in single-high and two-high coverage shells. The former second-round pick is a difference-maker on the backend, and his remarkable versatility carries value at a position that appreciates it more than perhaps any other.

Top free agent comparison: Jessie Bates III, 2023
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Antoine Winfield Jr. 73.2 71.3 9.0% 93.4 ?
Jessie Bates III 65.7 80.9 5.7% 78.1 7.1%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


9. CB Jaylon Johnson, Chicago Bears

Johnson wasn’t quite able to have the third-year breakout in 2022 he hoped for as nagging injuries kept him off the field for several stretches, and he and the team were unable to find common ground on an early extension. Johnson continued to push for a new deal right up to requesting a trade at the deadline this year, but after conversations with other teams, Chicago elected to keep him around. Now, with edge defender Montez Sweat extended and the franchise tag freed up, another negotiation looks to be on the horizon.

The physical, technically sound wide cornerback boasts ball production and lockdown coverage abilities that prevent targets as well as anyone, never allowing a 60% completion rate in any NFL season thus far.

Top free agent comparison: Byron Jones, 2020
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Jaylon Johnson 86.8 90.1 16.7% 68.5 ?
Byron Jones 78.1 77.5 13.2% 73.7 8.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


10. CB L'Jarius Sneed, Kansas City Chiefs

Sneed was a fixture out wide in 2023 after lining up primarily in the slot over his first three seasons, and he held up quite well in several tough matchups. Defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo asks a lot of his cornerbacks, and Sneed is sticky in coverage, getting into receivers' hip pockets and becoming very hard to shake with lateral movement or in the air at the catch point.

Sneed could stand to cut down on penalties, but his aggressive nature would be welcome on many teams, and his inside-outside versatility is a nice benefit, as well.

Top free agent comparison: James Bradberry, 2020
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
L’Jarius Sneed 71.5 69.9 13.3% 47.7 ?
James Bradberry 62.5 72.8 13.3% 48.9 7.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


11. WR Michael Pittman Jr., Indianapolis Colts

Plenty of holes will be poked in Pittman’s game as he gets set to enter free agency, with some athletic limitations keeping his average depth of target down, especially compared to predominantly outside wide receivers.

Nonetheless, Pittman is as reliable a possession receiver as there is in the NFL, and it’s also fair to wonder if a carousel at quarterback in Indianapolis has limited his production. Pittman earned a career-best receiving grade with 100-plus catches and 1,000-plus receiving yards — that gets a player paid even if there is a perceived ceiling to his game.

Top free agent comparison: Allen Robinson, 2022
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Michael Pittman 77.8 1.72 7.9 4.1 ?
Allen Robinson 83.8 1.72 10.8 3.0 7.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


12. EDGE Danielle Hunter, Minnesota Vikings

Hunter was a revelation in new Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores’ blitz-heavy scheme, though he was just as productive in 2022. Teams that run a 3-4 or 4-3 could probably find a way to effectively deploy Hunter, and injury concerns of a few years ago seem like distant memories. He finished another season with 900-plus snaps, 70-plus quarterback pressures and double-digit sacks.

Top free agent comparison: Jason Pierre-Paul, 2017
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Danielle Hunter 83.8 88.6 15.8% 61.5 ?
Jason Pierre-Paul 75.9 77.8 12.8% 63.3 9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


13. WR Mike Evans, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Another starting quarterback in Tampa Bay? Another 1,000-yard season from Mike Evans. The record-setting 10th straight season to start a career with 1,000-plus yards is one thing, but an 83.9 receiving grade with double-digit touchdowns for the third time in four years is extraordinary.

Evans’ free agency will be tricky and has a wide range of outcomes, with nagging soft-tissue injuries seemingly bothering him for years now. There could also be sticker shock with recent outcomes on 30-plus-year-old receivers. Nonetheless, there is no reason he should ask for less than the recent crop of players, including Davante Adams, who effectively signed a three-year, $67.7 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders.

Top free agent comparison: Kenny Golladay, 2021
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Mike Evans 82.6 2.03 14.5 3.5 ?
Kenny Golladay 82.2 2.12 15.8 4.1 9.8%**

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

**2021 salary cap of $182.5 million, dropped due to the pandemic

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


14. T Tyron Smith, Dallas Cowboys

When Tyron Smith is healthy, he is an impenetrable brick wall as a blindside protector, no matter the matchup. Smith playing through nearly the entirety of his eight-year extension signed in 2014 is something we will probably never see again, and he provided enormous surplus value to Dallas despite the time he missed here and there.

After agreeing to a revised one-year deal worth $6 million for 2023, Smith outplayed that deal once again. Perhaps he is more focused on remaining a career Cowboy and chasing a Lombardi Trophy, a la Andrew Whitworth with the Los Angeles Rams, but he deserves a solid payday if he wants to pursue one.

Top free agent comparison: Terron Armstead, 2022
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Negative run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Tyron Smith 81.6 79.0 11.5% ?
Terron Armstead 87.3 80.1 11.9% 7.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


15. CB Kendall Fuller, Washington Commanders

Fuller was the lone bright spot in the Commanders' cornerback room in 2023, and while he is plenty capable as a wide cornerback, perhaps his prior experience in the slot and at safety could be attractive to teams that desire the ability to move the savvy veteran around as he and his game ages.

Top free agent comparison: Sean Smith, 2016
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Kendall Fuller 87.4 85.2 9.4% 68.6 ?
Sean Smith 81.8 86.8 11.7% 57.9 6.1%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


16. DI Leonard Williams, Seattle Seahawks

Williams' three-year, $63 million pact with the New York Giants in 2021 after he received a second franchise tag is one of the strongest contracts for a player in recent history. The leverage is strongly in his favor once again after the Giants traded him to the Seattle Seahawks at the deadline for second- and fifth-round picks.

After being labeled as a stout run defender with limitations as a pass rusher, Williams backed up his career-high 74.8 pass-rush grade in 2022 with an even better 76.2 mark in 2023. His pressure rate is above 10% for the first time since 2020.

Top free agent comparison: Fletcher Cox, 2022
Player Run-defense grade Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Leonard Williams 66.0 76.2 84.2 11.8% ?
Fletcher Cox 63.1 75.1 81.8 12.0% 6.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


17. WR Marquise Brown, Arizona Cardinals

The Ravens traded Brown and a third-round pick to the Cardinals for a 2022 first-round pick, and his time in Arizona was a journey, to say the least. Between his own injuries and Kyler Murray’s torn ACL, the former college teammates weren't able to team up as much as the old regime probably hoped, but he has flashed when in the lineup.

It’s hard to come up with a solid comparable player for a 5-foot-9, 180-pound outside wide receiver — although now the NFL is adding more of this archetype each year — and it’s also fair to wonder how badly Arizona wants to extend anyone, given the team's timeline and the emergence of rookie wideout Michael Wilson.

Top free agent comparison: Christian Kirk, 2022
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Marquise Brown 70.5 1.35 12.2 3.5 ?
Christian Kirk 69.2 1.52 12.5 3.4 8.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


18. EDGE Bryce Huff, New York Jets

Huff set out to prove that his absurd pass-rushing efficiency in 2022 wasn’t an aberration, and he did just that in 2023 with a crazy high pass-rush win rate once again. Still, there’s a reason the team that developed the former undrafted free agent and saw him every day didn't like to deploy him against the run and hasn’t made much of an effort on an extension. This will be a nuanced negotiation for a designated pass rusher type — fortunately, that’s the richest facet to excel in for an edge defender.

Former Baltimore Raven and Chicago Bears pass-rush specialist Pernell McPhee comes to mind as a comparable player, as does Huff’s current teammate Carl Lawson.

Top free agent comparison: Carl Lawson, 2021
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Bryce Huff 90.1 90.1 23.1% 45.2 ?
Carl Lawson 79.6 89.3 15.3% 61.3 8.2%**

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

**2021 salary cap of $182.5 million, dropped due to the pandemic

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


19. DI D.J. Reader, Cincinnati Bengals

Only injuries slowed Reader down in Cincinnati. Otherwise, he was a dominant force on the interior of a talented defensive line that was able to control the line of scrimmage and win big games up front over the past few seasons. The eighth-year pro was the anchor in the middle.

Reader is as stout as they come and nearly impossible to displace by just one blocker. And while he’ll never fill up the stat sheet with sacks, he can push the pocket and free up teammates as well as any nose tackle.

Reader, unfortunately, suffered a torn quadriceps injury in Week 15 that knocked him out for the remainder of the season. We will await more details on the recovery process before changing his projection, but the injury could obviously impact his market.

Top free agent comparison: Dalvin Tomlinson, 2023
Player Run-defense grade Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
D.J. Reader 76.1 85.6 86.8 9.5% ?
Dalvin Tomlinson 67.4 79.1 85.8 7.6% 6.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


20. LB Patrick Queen, Baltimore Ravens

Queen’s pass-rushing prowess is not captured below (much like Carolina Panthers linebacker Frankie Luvu highlighted above), but it carries significant value in addition to his strong play against the run and in coverage over the past two seasons. His 48 quarterback pressures and eight sacks over the past two seasons are both second among off-ball linebackers.

With Baltimore's addition of linebacker Roquan Smith — the highest-paid player at the position after last year’s extension — and the team having several other pending free agents, Queen should get to test the market and potentially do quite well for himself.

Top free agent comparison: Jamie Collins, 2017
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Patrick Queen 71.3 67.9 3.4% 6.4% ?
Jamie Collins 74.7 67.5 3.7% 9.0% 7.5%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


21. S Kyle Dugger, New England Patriots

Dugger is in the mold of the safety-linebacker hybrid that former Patriots head coach Bill Belichick loved as more teams shifted to dime packages and big dime looks with three safeties. Dugger fits in the run game as well as any defensive back in football, and he’s not a total liability in coverage, particularly against bigger slot receivers and tight ends, but it’s not exactly a strength.

Top free agent comparison: Dashon Goldson, 2013
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Kyle Dugger 61.2 54.1 3.8% 82.3 ?
Dashon Goldson 50.1 44.1 6.2% 80.7 6.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


22. S Kamren Curl, Washington Commanders

Curl has quietly been one of the more underrated players in the NFL over the past several seasons, with his status as a seventh-rounder and his name getting lost in the shuffle on a defense that, up until this year’s trade deadline, was riddled with first-round talent.

Curl can line up anywhere and is as consistent as safeties come on a down-to-down basis, possessing good instincts and a clear understanding of how to manipulate leverage and angles in the open field.

Top free agent comparison: Rodney McLeod, 2016
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Kamren Curl 81.1 85.7 7.3% 79.1 ?
Rodney McLeod 78.7 88.2 3.7% 76.7 4.5%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


23. T Trent Brown, New England Patriots

Brown’s free agency will always be a unique case, with clauses in recent contracts rewarding him for keeping his weight down, and he probably fits only in a gap-heavy offensive scheme. Nonetheless, Brown stonewalls defenders in pass protection and is comfortable playing on either bookend of the line of scrimmage, which adds value as teams shuffle things around to get their best five on the field amid in-season injuries.

Top free agent comparison: Nate Solder, 2017
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Negative run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Trent Brown 76.4 69.4 11.7% ?
Nate Solder 76.5 69.3 8.0% 8.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


24. G Kevin Dotson, Los Angeles Rams

Dotson was traded from the Pittsburgh Steelers to the Los Angeles Rams this offseason, and what first appeared like an odd fit should have instead been a signal that head coach Sean McVay was reinventing his offense to much success in 2023. McVay pivoted from a wide-zone rushing attack to a heavy gap scheme, and Dotson was a picture-perfect fit. He has always been a strong pass protector, which carried over, as well.

Top free agent comparison: Larry Warford, 2017
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Kevin Dotson 73.6 67.4 15.0% ?
Larry Warford 75.2 69.1 15.0% 5.1%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


25. WR Calvin Ridley, Jacksonville Jaguars

Ridley’s contract situation is a true one-of-one. He returned to play in 2023 after missing all of 2022 while serving a suspension for sports gambling and had stepped away from football before the 2021 campaign was over but was a top wide receiver in 2020. There were drop issues in 2023 as Ridley returned to full speed, but he still proved capable of taking over a game while breaking off a series of explosive receptions.

Equally fascinating are the conditions on Ridley’s trade to Jacksonville, where the pick the Jaguars will send to the Atlanta Falcons escalates to a second-rounder if the two parties agree to an extension. We’re not 100% certain that the same language for the condition exists here as it did when Leonard Williams was sent from the New York Jets to the New York Giants, but there the Giants did not have to send a better pick by merely placing a franchise tag instead of signing Williams to a multi-year extension in 2020.

Top free agent comparison: Odell Beckham Jr., 2023
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Calvin Ridley 69.2 1.47 14.0 2.6 ?
Odell Beckham Jr. 76.9 1.62 13.6 3.3 6.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


26. T Mike Onwenu, New England Patriots

Onwenu had been shuffled around endlessly throughout his rookie contract but returned to right tackle in Week 7 of 2023, the position he seems most comfortable playing as a solid pass protector and a strong gap scheme blocker with good footwork to combo block at the line and get to the second level fairly well.

Onwenu is not the quickest player off the line, given his massive frame, but has the strength to wall off backside pursuit defenders in the run game with a solid base and heavy hands when called upon.

Top free agent comparison: Daryl Williams, 2021
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Negative run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Mike Onwenu 75.0 66.7 13.3% ?
Daryl Williams 76.6 72.9 10.0% 4.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


27. CB Chidobe Awuzie, Cincinnati Bengals

Awuzie was one of a series of slam-dunk free-agent acquisitions for the Cincinnati Bengals over the past few years, providing the team with a bona fide No. 1 outside cornerback for just $7.25 million annually. Awuzie tore his ACL in 2022, and the Bengals have used four Day 2 picks on defensive backs over the past two draft classes, which signals he should be testing out free agency once again. He returned to form nicely in 2023, though.

Top free agent comparison: Desmond Trufant, 2020
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Chidobe Awuzie 80.2 79.9 15.6% 65.6 ?
Desmond Trufant 73.9 71.8 13.0% 73.4 5%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


28. G Robert Hunt, Miami Dolphins

It came as a bit of a surprise that Hunt was not the young Dolphins offensive lineman agreeing to terms on an extension before the season concluded, but it could also be a signal that he knows he can command a strong contract on the open market with a large sample size of good play.

At 6-foot-6 and 335 pounds, Hunt got his NFL start at tackle, lining up on either side in his rookie season and holding up admirably. He found a home for the past three seasons at right guard and was a great fit in the team’s zone rushing attack under head coach Mike McDaniel.

Top free agent comparison: Brandon Brooks, 2016
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Robert Hunt 75.1 67.4 14.5% ?
Brandon Brooks 84.6 78.7 17.1% 5.1%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


29. EDGE Chase Young, San Francisco 49ers

Finally healthy in 2023 after spending the better part of two seasons recovering from a torn ACL, Young exploded early in the year and finished among the top edge defenders in pass-rush win rate on the season. A strong run defender as a rookie, Young does lose contain at times and occasionally gets guided upfield beyond the play, but a half-season of working with defensive line coach Kris Kocurek in San Francisco is the best free agency preparation around.

The No. 3 overall pick in 2015, Dante Fowler Jr., signed a one-year, $12 million deal following his rookie contract that began with a torn ACL in his rookie season. Perhaps this type of framework could serve as a blueprint, and Young can bet on himself once again to repeat in 2024 and then truly cash in.

Top free agent comparison: Brian Orakpo, 2014
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Chase Young 77.3 75.5 15.5% 64.6 ?
Brian Orakpo 75.9 73.7 10.3% 71.8 Franchise tag

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


30. RB Saquon Barkley, New York Giants

Barkley held out for a short period this past offseason before returning to play on his franchise tag plus a few incentives that he had close to zero chance of earning. Unfortunately for him, the Giants' season was an abject disaster from the start … that is, until Tommy Cutlets became America’s quarterback for a few weeks.

Barkley is still capable of breaking off an explosive rush at any moment and made several highlight-reel catches in 2023, including a wheel route touchdown that ended with a dive for the pylon in Week 2 against the Arizona Cardinals. There’s no doubt Barkley’s highs are as high as any running back in the game, but the position market is a tricky landscape to navigate in 2024, especially with his missing extended time in three out of the past four seasons.

The good news for Barkley and all free agent running backs this offseason is that the 2024 running back draft class is not perceived to be strong.

Top free agent comparison: LeSean McCoy, 2015
Player Missed tackles forced per attempt Yards after contact per attempt Receiving grade Yards per route run APY as % of Cap at signing
Saquon Barkley 0.13 2.87 62.3 0.9 ?
LeSean McCoy 0.15 2.20 61.8 0.9 5.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


31. RB Josh Jacobs, Las Vegas Raiders

A year removed from winning the rushing title in 2022, Jacobs endured an ugly start to the year amid the implosion of the Josh McDaniels era, and his rushing grade finished nearly 10 points below any prior season. He averaged just 3.5 yards per carry in 2023. Fortunately, Jacobs being utilized more frequently and effectively was a focal point of the Antonio Pierce regime. He amassed at least 98 yards from scrimmage in three of those five games before a quad injury ended his season.

Jacobs will turn just 26 the month before free agency and should still have plenty left in the tank.

Top free agent comparison: Doug Martin, 2016
Player Missed tackles forced per attempt Yards after contact per attempt Receiving grade Yards per route run APY as % of Cap at signing
Josh Jacobs 0.21 2.98 58.2 1.2 ?
Doug Martin 0.15 2.83 62.3 1.01 4.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


32. RB Derrick Henry, Tennessee Titans

There is only one “Tractorcito,” with Henry's usage as a screen receiver in recent seasons adding another element to his game, causing comparisons to players like Steven Jackson and Chris Ivory to fall a bit short. Henry has not yet hit the proverbial wall, whether that is tied to a running back’s age or total carries. His 3.32 yards after contact per attempt in 2023 was still a top-tier mark.

Going forward, Henry may not break off as many explosives as in years past, but he looks to have a few more seasons of bowling over defenders and scoring double-digit touchdowns in him.

Top free agent comparison: Leonard Fournette, 2022
Player Missed tackles forced per attempt Yards after contact per attempt Receiving grade Yards per route run APY as % of Cap at signing
Derrick Henry 0.2 3.37 60.8 1.77 ?
Leonard Fournette 0.15 2.94 62.8 1.23 3.4

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


33. G Kevin Zeitler, Baltimore Ravens

The Ravens adding Zeitler as a street free agent in 2021 after he was a cap casualty of the New York Giants has provided tremendous value, as he has played more than 1,000 snaps in every year with the team. The stalwart is still going strong at 33 years old, earning a pass-blocking grade above 80.0 for the second consecutive season in 2023.

The Ravens let left guard Ben Powers walk last offseason on a big contract, so perhaps they keep Zeitler around to pair on the right side with another stalwart veteran in Morgan Moses at right tackle, pushing to lift a Lombardi Trophy before the two hang it up.

However, Baltimore also didn’t appear to engage in extension talks this offseason as Zeitler skipped some activities. In their defense, they were a bit preoccupied with Lamar Jackson’s monster deal, among other matters.

Top free agent comparison: Josh Sitton, 2018
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Kevin Zeitler 83.8 76.2 10.6% ?
Josh Sitton 90.8 89.3 14.5% 3.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


34. CB Stephon Gilmore, Dallas Cowboys

Gilmore’s trade from the Indianapolis Colts to the Dallas Cowboys this offseason got him back to playing contending football, and he hasn’t skipped a beat at any point as he’s moved around over the past few years. Gilmore still thrives in single coverage and can jostle with the more physical receivers who play through contact, timing his leap well on contested catches and jumping routes with top-end play recognition.

A matchup with A.J. Brown in Week 14 had him playing inspired football after Brown allegedly called him old early on in the contest. Gilmore rose to the occasion and locked Brown down until the game was out of reach in the second half.

Top free agent comparison: Darius Slay, 2023
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Stephon Gilmore 87.9 79.0 14.7% 77.7 ?
Darius Slay 77.0 90.1 9.4% 79.6 6.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


35. LB Frankie Luvu, Carolina Panthers

Luvu burst onto the scene in 2021 and has continued to be one of the best pass-rushing off-ball linebackers in the NFL, with his 43 pressures since 2022 ranking fourth at the position and his 9.5 sacks ranking first.

Luvu has also amassed 62 defensive stops against the run since 2022, which ranks 12th among linebackers over the span. Luvu has limitations in coverage but is a menace coming forward and rushing the passer or shooting through gaps to rack up tackles for loss.

Top free agent comparison: Kaden Elliss, 2023
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Frankie Luvu 86.6 56.4 3.9% 7.7% ?
Kaden Elliss 84.0 57.8 4.9% 7.2% 3.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


36. CB Steven Nelson, Houston Texans

Nelson was a great fit for the Houston Texans in back-to-back seasons, despite a defensive shift from Lovie Smith to DeMeco Ryans. He has logged a healthy dose of snaps in so many different coverage schemes dating back to his days with the Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers and Kansas City Chiefs.

The ever-consistent Nelson played 950-plus snaps for the sixth consecutive season in 2023, best suited in off coverage with great lateral agility and the instincts to click and close still popping up on tape in coverage and run support.

Top free agent comparison: Jason McCourty, 2019
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Steven Nelson 72.3 87.3 11.2% 63.9 ?
Jason McCourty 80.9 81.4 12.6% 67.2 2.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


37. TE Dalton Schultz, Houston Texans

Schultz played on the franchise tag in Dallas in 2022 and was the victim of a very weak tight end free-agent class. So many poor outcomes for second-tier tight ends in free agency recently led to the group getting pinched last offseason. A year later, Schultz served as a reliable target for rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud in Houston. Schultz is sure-handed and has a respectable 867-yard average depth of target but doesn’t rack up a ton of yards after the catch.

As a blocker, Schultz is capable enough in line to be a positive in the run game, earning grades above 60.0 in five straight seasons.

Top free agent comparison: Jordan Cameron, 2015
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Dalton Schultz 70.6 1.45 9.0% ?
Jordan Cameron 71.7 1.59 7.7% 5.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


38. C Connor Williams, Miami Dolphins

Williams started his career with the Dallas Cowboys at left guard and blossomed in Miami at center, thriving as a run blocker in Mike McDaniel’s zone-blocking scheme where he was able to quickly get to the second level and lead the way. While he doesn’t have the world’s strongest anchor in a phone booth, his fast first step off the line enables him to seal off defenders on the backside of runs by getting in position.

Williams unfortunately suffered a torn ACL in Week 14, which will negatively impact his free agent market as his recovery process coincides with the beginning of free agency in March.

Top free agent comparison: Evan Smith, 2014
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Connor Williams 70.7 63.3 18.4% ?
Evan Smith 77.8 69.2 12.7% 2.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


39. EDGE Jonathan Greenard, Houston Texans

Greenard made the absolute most of his contract year under the tutelage of DeMeco Ryans and company, and he’s been productive as a pass rusher and run defender, with his 9.3% run-stop rate ranking eighth among qualifying edge defenders.

Greenard wins against the run because of a good first step, strong diagnosing skills and a solid ability to set the edge and avoid getting washed out at the point of attack. As a pass rusher, while he doesn’t have the deepest arsenal of moves, he is a good enough athlete to rack up clean-up and pursuit pressures if teammates chase quarterbacks his way, as he rarely gives up on a rep until the whistle blows.

Top free agent comparison: Nick Perry, 2017
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Jonathan Greenard 68.0 68.0 10.8% 73.8 ?
Nick Perry 66.7 71.2 10.3% 80.9 7.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


40. LB Lavonte David, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

David earned his lowest regular-season overall grade since 2016 in 2023 but is still Mr. Reliable with a run-defense grade above 70.0 and a 65.0-plus coverage grade for the seventh consecutive year. David is one of the greatest coverage linebackers to ever play the game, and as more time passes, his thinking one step ahead of the opposing quarterback is on display more and more each week, overcoming some physical limitations through an unrivaled knowledge of the game.

As a free agent last year, David didn’t push very hard to maximize his earnings, and it appears he may be content entering his 13th season all with Tampa Bay.

Top free agent comparison: Karlos Dansby, 2014
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Lavonte David 77.8 90.4 6.0% 7.5% ?
Karlos Dansby 79.8 86.9 8.5% 11.2% 4.5%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


41. EDGE Jadeveon Clowney, Baltimore Ravens

Clowney enjoyed a career year with Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald dialing things up for him, deploying simulated pressures and exotic blitzes out of various fronts.

It seems Clowney will probably ride out the rest of his career on successive one-year deals that fluctuate based on his production the year prior, and he certainly earned himself a raise this season. With the Ravens in 2023, he recorded his highest pressure rate, highest pass-rush win rate and most total pressures in a season.

Top free agent comparison: Brian Orakpo, 2015
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Jadeveon Clowney 76.3 80.5 14.2% 74.4 ?
Brian Orakpo 69.8 75.5 10.3% 72.5 5.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


42. CB Kenny Moore II, Indianapolis Colts

Moore pushed for an early re-up on the four-year extension he signed in 2019, but his efforts were to no avail as the Colts worked to overhaul the roster and get younger in the secondary, in particular. Fortunately for Moore, he earned a career-high 79.3 coverage grade along with a 71.5 run-defense grade — his sixth straight season going above 65.0.

At 5-foot-9 and 190 pounds, Moore never backs down from a tackle opportunity, doing a good job as the force defender to keep ball carriers inside or running the alley to make the tackle himself when called upon — a key role in Gus Bradley’s Cover 3 defense.

Moore became just the 28th player in NFL history to record two pick-sixes in the same game with his outstanding Week 9 performance and can now look to capitalize on a strong season. However, it will be an uphill battle in a completely dormant slot cornerback market.

Top free agent comparison: Buster Skrine, 2019
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Kenny Moore II 59.9 62.4 6.0% 48.8 ?
Buster Skrine 63.8 58.9 13.7% 58.5 2.9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


43. EDGE Za'Darius Smith, Cleveland Browns

Smith was traded from the Minnesota Vikings to the Cleveland Browns this past offseason and revised his contract, converting it into a one-year pact for $11.677 million, a price tag he vastly outplayed once again. Smith has the size and explosiveness to rush from the A-gaps out to a two-point stance as a stand-up outside linebacker, and he has earned pass-rush grades above 80.0 in his past four full seasons.

Justin Houston’s two-year, $23 million contract with $18.5 million in total guarantees signed in 2019 with the Indianapolis Colts is another strong comparable deal here.

Top free agent comparison: Robert Ayers, 2016
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Za’Darius Smith 87.9 90.4 18.6% 67.9 ?
Robert Ayers 89.8 91.2 16.0% 60.1 4.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


44. S Xavier McKinney, New York Giants

McKinney’s coverage grades as a free safety (81.4) and in the box (79.4) are top-10 marks among safeties in 2023, and there is a big enough sample size of box play despite his general deployment as a deep player. Over the past three seasons, McKinney’s 7.0 yards allowed per target in coverage ranks top-25 among safeties, and his 17 combined interceptions and forced incompletions put him in the top 20.

While he could make more plays at or near the line of scrimmage, he rarely whiffs on open-field tackles. The 24-year-old has missed just 7.8% of his tackle attempts over his career, 11th-best among 89 safeties with at least 100 tackles over the past four seasons, making him a reliable enough last line of defense.

Top free agent comparison: John Johnson III, 2021
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Xavier McKinney 83.8 88.4 8.4% 70.5 ?
John Johnson III 79.4 74.2 7.7% 69.5 3.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


45. QB Baker Mayfield, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Mayfield made the most of his starting opportunity with the Buccaneers and at least left the door open to be involved in future training camp battles for starting jobs. He has brought his pressure-to-sack rate way down to 18.3% during the regular season, well below his rate over the past two seasons.

The former No. 1 overall pick kept his eyes downfield amid pressure and made more plays outside of structure than normal, with a heavy dose of RPO and play-action concepts from new offensive coordinator Dave Canales moving the pocket and simplifying his progressions. Mayfield still puts the ball in harm’s way too often, but he showed signs of individual growth in yet another new offense.

Top free agent comparison: Jameis Winston, 2022
Player Clean pocket grade 1st & 2nd down grade Standard dropback grade Sack rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Baker Mayfield 78.3 64.5 67.5 7.5% ?
Jameis Winston 84.1 65.5 70.3 6.3% 6.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


46. C Andre James, Las Vegas Raiders

James clearly earned a lot of respect and trust from the previous Raiders regime, given that the team was willing to trade away franchise pillar Rodney Hudson to the Arizona Cardinals to have James supplant him at center.

The move proved to be a smart one. James is patient and a clean fit in pass protection, able to mirror the shiftier interior pass rushers and generally withstand power rushes, save for a few matchups with the true brute forces on the inside.

Top free agent comparison: Bradley Bozeman, 2023
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Andre James 67.3 63.4 11.8% ?
Bradley Bozeman 67.9 60.1 11.5% 2.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


47. TE Hunter Henry, New England Patriots

Henry served as one of the few consistent and reliable targets for a New England Patriots passing attack that went through lengthy droughts since his arrival as a free agent in 2021.

In a weaker free-agent class at tight end, perhaps the high-floor veteran has a few suitors looking to add at a position where a known commodity is a value.

Top free agent comparison: Tyler Eifert, 2020
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Hunter Henry 67.8 1.18 4.4% ?
Tyler Eifert 68.2 1.36 1.9% 2.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


48. T Mekhi Becton, New York Jets

The former No. 11 overall pick of the 2020 draft has always had the athletic ability to play at a high level in this league — injuries have just destroyed a promising young career.

More importantly than anything else, Becton played more snaps in 2023 than he did over his first three seasons combined. The 6-foot-7, 363-pound dancing bear looked leaner in training camp and performed admirably as a pass protector despite the revolving door of quarterbacks operating behind him. He has the ability to be the lead blocker to the play side but often got caught up in the muck this season when pull-blocking across the formation, getting his feet tangled and ending up on the ground.

Top free agent comparison: Greg Robinson, 2019
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Negative run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Mekhi Becton 66.4 53.5 21.3% ?
Greg Robinson 62.1 54.6 17.4% 3.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


49. EDGE Josh Uche, New England Patriots

Similar to the New York JetsBryce Huff, Uche is a difficult evaluation. However, Huff increased his role despite the Jets drafting an edge defender in the first round, whereas Uche’s role diminished despite injuries to key contributors such as Matthew Judon in New England.

Uche is a pure designated pass rusher who can be deployed on late downs to pin his ears back and get home for timely pressures and sacks, which is still valuable. A one-year flier to boost his stock back up may be the best route at this juncture.

Top free agent comparison: Haason Reddick, 2021
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Josh Uche 83.8 80.4 16.4% 66.8 ?
Haason Reddick 80.4 88.0 10.9% 56.7 3.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


50. EDGE Leonard Floyd, Buffalo Bills

Floyd was let go by the Los Angeles Rams as they dropped from the most expensive NFL team in 2022 to the cheapest in 2023. Still, he made a handful of splash plays this regular season, with several coming in key moments.

Floyd earned 65.0-plus pass-rush grades in three straight seasons prior to 2023, and his 38.5 sacks since then have flown under the radar as a top-10 mark among edge defenders.

Floyd is long and rangy, with good burst but only adequate bend around the edge. He tends to impact more plays than the box score indicates, thanks to his good instincts to get his hands up to deflect passes or disrupt throwing windows.

Top free agent comparison: Bruce Irvin, 2018
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Leonard Floyd 66.1 69.7 11.1% 55.4 ?
Bruce Irvin 65.7 70.7 9.7% 77.5 1.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


51. LB Jordyn Brooks, Seattle Seahawks

Brooks draws tough assignments in coverage, which knocks his grade a bit, but it also illustrates the trust this defense has in him. His ability to return by Week 1 of 2023 from a torn ACL suffered in Week 17 of 2022 was extremely impressive, and he posted career highs in pass-rush grade and coverage grade this season. Brooks is a three-down player who could continue to grow with improved health and experience.

Perhaps it would be wise for Brooks to sign a shorter deal that enables him to get back on the market sooner for another bite at the apple, with more good play to put on tape another year removed from his torn ACL.

Top free agent comparison: Bobby Okereke, 2023
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Jordyn Brooks 61.1 48.3 4.4% 8.6% ?
Bobby Okereke 67.3 62.0 1.7% 7.8% 4.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


52. DI Grover Stewart, Indianapolis Colts

Stewart served a six-game suspension this season for performance-enhancing drugs but returned in Week 14 for the stretch run. On/off splits are largely noise, but Indianapolis ranked in the top half of the NFL in expected points allowed per rush with Stewart and dead last in the games without him in the lineup. Stewart’s presence frees up rushers around him because he takes on double teams and clogs up the middle.

Top free agent comparison: Terrance Knighton, 2016
Player Run-defense grade Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Grover Stewart 72.8 60.2 62.6 8.9% ?
Terrance Knighton 77.3 57.1 55.9 7.4% 1.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


53. S Geno Stone, Baltimore Ravens

In his first season playing in a full-time role on a defense that deploys three-safety looks as much as any team in the NFL, Stone boasted an 84.9 PFF coverage grade in the regular season that ranked seventh at the position and brought in a position-leading seven interceptions.

The knocks on Stone will be about his lack of deployment in the box or the slot and his poor run defense and tackling, missing 19% of tackle opportunities this season.

Top free agent comparison: Duron Harmon, 2017
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Geno Stone 84.9 82.6 1.9% 42.9 ?
Duron Harmon 76.9 80.3 6.3% 47.5 2.5%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


54. TE Noah Fant, Seattle Seahawks

The former Denver Broncos first-round pick was sent to the Seattle Seahawks as a part of the Russell Wilson trade, and despite a decline in receiving yards in four consecutive seasons, Fant has had the potential for more production. Fant has breakaway speed in the open field for a tight end to go with a good understanding of how to let blocks develop in front of him and use the full field to avoid would-be tacklers.

Top free agent comparison: Eric Ebron, 2018
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Noah Fant 68.3 1.35 4.4% ?
Eric Ebron 72.5 1.46 3.3$ 3.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


55. T Jonah Williams, Cincinnati Bengals

Williams requested a trade this past offseason after the Bengals signed free agent tackle Orlando Brown Jr. to take over on the left side, but he eventually rescinded the request and got back to work mastering his craft at right tackle, where he hadn’t started since his undergraduate days in college at Alabama. The former first-round pick has always been an above-average pass protector and has stayed healthy throughout 2023.

While Williams may not have the ceiling perceived coming out of college, a high-floor pass blocker with a strong pedigree should do fairly well in unrestricted free agency with the league-wide scarcity of solid tackle play.

Top free agent comparison: Ja’Wuan James, 2019
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Negative run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Jonah Williams 63.2 60.9 12.6% ?
Ja’Wuan James 72.5 64.2 14.1% 6.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


56. RB Tony Pollard, Dallas Cowboys

Pollard was one of three running backs to play out the 2023 season on the franchise tag, and some of the concerns that Dallas cited during his days as the change-of-pace back to Ezekiel Elliott did bear out once he became the focal point of the Cowboys’ rushing attack.

Pollard’s efficiency on a per-touch basis came way down, which was to be expected, but the explosive plays in both the run and pass game were also far harder to come by as a result.

Top free agent comparison: Chris Carson, 2021
Player Missed tackles forced per attempt Yards after contact per attempt Receiving grade Yards per route run APY as % of Cap at signing
Tony Pollard 0.19 3.32 66.9 1.13 ?
Chris Carson 0.21 3.45 73.0 1.04 2.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


57. RB Austin Ekeler, Los Angeles Chargers

Ekeler pushed for a contract extension and then a trade before the season once it became clear the Chargers didn’t plan to add years to his contract.

The former undrafted free agent has lost some of his top-end speed and acceleration, but he is still shifty over the middle with good start-and-stop ability laterally and a natural pass-catching prowess that rivals any back in the NFL.

Top free agent comparison: Dion Lewis, 2018
Player Missed tackles forced per attempt Yards after contact per attempt Receiving grade Yards per route run APY as % of Cap at signing
Austin Ekeler 0.18 2.79 73.0 1.51 ?
Dion Lewis 0.19 2.72 73.4 1.46 2.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


58. C Lloyd Cushenberry III, Denver Broncos

Cushenberry was named the starting center as a rookie in 2020 and struggled early, as many players in the same situation have in recent years, with the added responsibility of calling out protections. Three different coaching staffs in his four years didn’t exactly bring stability, either, but Cushenberry put together a career year in 2023 and has grown as a run blocker while consistently showing up as one of the better pass-protecting centers in the NFL over the past few seasons.

Cushenberry uses heavy hands and a good anchor to win against quality pass rushers on the interior, bolstering his value more each year. He may be served better in a gap-heavy rushing scheme, but any limitations as a run blocker in space are vastly outweighed by his pass-blocking strength. Penalties could stand to come down a bit, but that’s nitpicking an ascending young player who looks the part of a centerpiece of an offensive line for years to come.

Top free agent comparison: Mitch Morse, 2019
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Lloyd Cushenberry 76.5 73.2 11.8% ?
Mitch Morse 80.4 74.0 7.8% 5.9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


59. LB Bobby Wagner, Seattle Seahawks

The ageless wonder may not be the elite coverage linebacker he was for the better part of a decade, but he is still a tackling machine sideline to sideline with dogged pursuit on every single snap and the requisite strength to shed blockers when coming forward. Wagner has lost athletic ability in space, but he’s made up a lot of that ground due to his play recognition and football IQ.

Top free agent comparison: Daryl Smith, 2016
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Bobby Wagner 92.7 66.7 4.0% 9.1% ?
Daryl Smith 77.5 62.7 5.0% 8.5% 1.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


60. Edge Andrew Van Ginkel, Miami Dolphins

Van Ginkel has been a productive player in a rotational capacity and closed out the 2023 season with strong efforts in a bigger role following the Jaelan Phillips loss. Van Ginkel makes up for a slender frame and shorter arms with good burst off the line and plus movement ability in space, but he can get swallowed up by blockers. When he does get a free release upfield, he’ll make the play more often than not in the backfield.

Dolphins defensive coordinator Vic Fangio asks his outside linebackers to drop in coverage rather frequently, and Van Ginkel was up to the task in 2023, including recording three batted passes and a pick-six against the Washington Commanders after reading a screen perfectly and taking it to the house unassisted.

Top free agent comparison: Shaq Barrett, 2019
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Andrew Van Ginkel 86.0 85.8 15.5% 80.7 ?
Shaq Barrett 80.1 83.5 12.0% 80.1 2.1%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


61. WR Darnell Mooney, Chicago Bears

In Mooney’s second season in 2021, he put up 1,055 receiving yards on 81 receptions with a career-best 74.9 receiving grade. Since then, Mooney has unfortunately dealt with a few minor injuries and one of the lower-volume passing attacks in the league. Nonetheless, he creates separation on intermediate and deep routes consistently, and he could be the ultimate buy-low for a team that can tap into the potential we saw a few years back.

Top free agent comparison: Emmanuel Sanders, 2014
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Darnell Mooney 64.3 1.20 12.3 5.1 ?
Emmanuel Sanders 70.0 1.43 11.5 4.7 3.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


62. T Jermaine Eluemunor, Las Vegas Raiders

Eluemunor is a longtime swing tackle who found a home last year at right tackle for the Raiders, signing a one-year, $3 million deal in free agency to return for 2023. Eluemunor backed up a strong 2022 with another good year, posting pressure rates allowed below 5% in each season. Bendier edge rushers who can flatten out their rush paths at the top of the arc and get around the corner will beat Eluemunor at times, but he handles speed to power well and has proven to be a starting-caliber tackle.

Top free agent comparison: Austin Howard, 2017
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Negative run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Jermaine Eluemunor 72.0 74.7 12.6% ?
Austin Howard 70.2 64.7 10.5% 3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


63. DI Sheldon Rankins, Houston Texans

Rankins plays with good leverage, engaging in blocks with a low center of gravity and often driving his blocker back several steps into the lap of the quarterback. He also has a suddenness to his game as a pass rusher, quickly getting on the toes of opposing guards and deploying his inside spin move or flashing across the line on stunts. When blockers are able to latch onto him, he struggles to disengage, getting driven past the quarterback or limiting his ability to complete the play, but he continues driving his legs through contact nonetheless and doesn’t stop until the whistle.

Top free agent comparison: Nick Fairley, 2017
Player Run-defense grade Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Sheldon Rankins 54.1 71.5 80.3 10.2% ?
Nick Fairley 65.6 71.6 77.0 9.9% 4.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


64. WR Gabriel Davis, Buffalo Bills

Davis is your typical vertical threat out wide, averaging more than 15 yards per reception in every season of his career and coming down with a fair amount of contested catches with good high-pointing skills. However, Davis doesn’t have the fastest release off the line and doesn’t snap off in-breakers with a sharpness to create separation over the middle. He’ll help stretch the field outside the numbers for an acquiring team and can have some huge outings on occasion, but he can also be absent from the box score at times.

Top free agent comparison: Devin Funchess, 2019
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Gabriel Davis 67.3 1.35 16.2 3.1 ?
Devin Funchess 72.1 1.51 13.7 3.3 5.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


65. Edge Denico Autry, Tennessee Titans

Autry is still one of the strongest five-technique defensive ends in the game, splitting double teams by lowering his shoulder and barreling through blocks with sheer power or sometimes utilizing a jump chop across the tackle’s face to the inside. The wily veteran also does a good job of using a blocker's momentum in a backpedal to slingshot himself forward, always finding a way to end up around the quarterback, even if only to deliver a shot just after the ball gets thrown. Autry will be 34 years old in 2023 but still has good football in his future.

Top free agent comparison: Everson Griffen, 2020
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Denico Autry 73.7 80.3 12.8% 60.6 ?
Everson Griffen 72.6 80.7 13.5% 70.8 3.0%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


66. G Dalton Risner, Minnesota Vikings

Risner’s 2023 free agency didn’t pan out as he’d hoped, so he bided his time before joining the Minnesota Vikings a few weeks into the 2023 season on a one-year flier. Risner quickly supplanted Ezra Cleveland at left guard and has been a plus pass protector for the fifth season in a row.

Risner does well to initiate contact with a solid punch, ensuring he doesn’t expose his chest or get his hands swatted away. Even on bull rushes where Risner is driven back and gives up pressure, he keeps his feet square and stays in front of the rusher to prevent a hit on the quarterback, frequently providing this signal-caller with just enough time to still get a pass off.

Top free agent comparison: Connor McGovern, 2023
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Dalton Risner 71.6 67.4 9.0% ?
Connor McGovern 75.0 64.8 8.8% 3.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


67. S Julian Blackmon, Indianapolis Colts

Blackmon started for two seasons in college at cornerback, and he has logged more than 350 slot snaps since 2022. In Gus Bradley’s Cover 3-heavy scheme, Blackmon spent plenty of time as a single-high safety. Almost half of his snaps were down in the box in 2023.

Blackmon appears to be a better fit near the line of scrimmage due to his average recovery speed, but his plus lateral movement and solid ball skills from his days spent as a cornerback show up more often when closer to the line of scrimmage. Blackmon’s 30 defensive stops in 2023 were more than his career total before this season, and he missed a career-low 7.4% of tackle opportunities.

Top free agent comparison: Jayron Kearse, 2022
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Julian Blackmon 63.7 60.3 2.7% 66.6 ?
Jayron Kearse 60.8 63.7 9.4% 64.6 2.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


68. LB Jerome Baker, Miami Dolphins

Baker will get caught on blocks at times or fail to enthusiastically fill a gap in the run game, but he's still one of the stronger coverage linebackers in the NFL with the long speed and effort to chase down ball carriers. On the play where he injured his wrist, which required surgery and may have spurred his release, he ran across the field to the far pylon and was just a second late to making a potential stop right before the touchdown.


69. G Ezra Cleveland, Jacksonville Jaguars

Cleveland was traded to the Jaguars at this year’s deadline after logging more than 1,100 snaps at left guard for the Minnesota Vikings in 2021 and 2022. The former second-round pick out of Boise State kicked inside at the NFL level and has been a great run blocker since Day 1 in a predominantly zone scheme.

Cleveland passes off double teams well, getting to the defender's play-side shoulder and down-blocking them away from the ball carrier while setting himself free to square up a second-level defender. In pass protection, Cleveland can set a bit upright with his weight distributed to the back of his feet, which makes him susceptible to rushers pushing him off his spot at times or crossing his face without much resistance.

Top free agent comparison: Austin Corbett, 2022
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Ezra Cleveland 59.1 57.8 17.5% ?
Austin Corbett 62.5 50.2 15.2% 4.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


70. QB Ryan Tannehill, Tennessee Titans

Tannehill will be 36 years old in 2024, coming off a $27 million salary on the final year of his extension signed in 2020, but he could still be a bridge starter to a young quarterback, much like he was this season with the Tennessee Titans and Will Levis. Tannehill is a good athlete who wins off play action and with solid intermediate accuracy on rollouts to both the right and left. His pressure-to-sack rate has been too high for a few years now, but in his defense, he’s been operating behind a very porous offensive line with a pass-catching corps that does not create quick separation.

Top free agent comparison: Andy Dalton, 2023
Player Clean pocket grade 1st & 2nd down grade Standard dropback grade Sack rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Ryan Tannehill 88.1 84.3 77.0 9.3% ?
Andy Dalton 81.7 75.8 79.0 6.3% 2.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


71. WR Odell Beckham Jr., Baltimore Ravens

Beckham progressively looked more and more like his old self as 2023 wore on. His 90.0 receiving grade from Weeks 9-14 trailed only Tyreek Hill among wide receivers.

Top free agent comparison: N/A
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Odell Beckham Jr. 77.7 2.03 14.9 4.8 ?
N/A

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


72. LB Azeez Al-Shaair, Tennessee Titans

Al-Shaair was the 49ers’ third linebacker while working behind star Fred Warner and the hard-hitting Dre Greenlaw from 2019-22 before signing a one-year, $5 million deal with the Titans last offseason. Al-Shaair is completely fearless coming forward and attacking gaps in the run game, bursting through blocks or fighting with a second effort to make a play. There are limitations in coverage, but if any team needs an early-down thumper in the run game, Al-Shaair is the guy.

Top free agent comparison: Todd Davis, 2018
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Azeez Al-Shaair 76.5 57.2 2.8% 8.0% ?
Todd Davis 85.3 52.5 2.6% 9.1% 2.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


73. DI Teair Tart, Tennessee Titans

Tart had a very strange and tumultuous 2023 season with the Titans after the two sides were unable to come to terms on an extension before the year. Tart played on the second-round restricted free agent tender for $4.3 million, but his effort and focus were questioned at times by the coaching staff before he was ultimately waived ahead of Week 15. The Houston Texans claimed Tart, with two other teams also putting in claims, so clearly the concerns weren’t so bad as to scare off suitors.

On the field, Tart is difficult to displace with just one blocker in the run game, and he has solid juice as a pass rusher. He makes a great member of a platoon as a zero- or one-technique who can push a pocket or knife through double teams, and he shows good recognition as to when to get his hands up for a batted pass.

Top free agent comparison: D.J. Jones, 2022
Player Run-defense grade Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Teair Tart 60.0 73.8 76.4 8.6% ?
D.J. Jones 64.0 66.9 69.1 8.2% 4.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


74. DI Fletcher Cox, Philadelphia Eagles

Cox bounced back in 2023 after the first down season of his illustrious 12-year career in 2022. Cox has generated 35-plus quarterback pressures, racked up 15-plus defensive stops and logged at least 600 snaps in every year since 2013. While he may not be at the peak of his abilities any longer, he is still a handful for any offense to deal with on all three downs.

Top free agent comparison: Akiem Hicks, 2022
Player Run-defense grade Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Fletcher Cox 55.2 69.3 70.5 9.8% ?
Akiem Hicks 65.0 75.7 78.5 12.3% 3.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


75. LB Devin White, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

White carries top-five-pick pedigree into free agency, which will always lead to a stronger market, and he’s consistently one of the most productive pass rushers among off-ball linebackers, using his elite athleticism to explode into the backfield. White’s issue at the NFL level has been biting on play action too frequently, freelancing at times and struggling in coverage generally, and it’s not great timing that 2023 was his least productive year by far in terms of defensive stops, tackles and pressures.

Top free agent comparison: N/A
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Devin White 29.7 42.6 5.1% 6.3% ?
N/A

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


76. WR Tyler Boyd, Cincinnati Bengals

It will be fascinating to see if and how Cincinnati attempts to keep the elite trio of Ja’Marr Chase, fellow free agent Tee Higgins and Tyler Boyd together in 2024 and beyond, but Boyd could be the odd man out looking for a third contract after playing out the term of his four-year extension signed in 2020.

Boyd is a big slot receiver with solid blocking chops in the run game. He rarely ever drops a target and does well to sit down in soft spots of zones on key passing downs. However, Boyd posted several career-low marks in 2023, and with so many big financial decisions facing Cincinnati, the Bengals may not be willing to offer him as much as other teams looking to upgrade their unit over the middle.

Top free agent comparison: Robert Woods, 2023
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Tyler Boyd 70.0 1.26 8.6 4.2 ?
Robert Woods 70.2 1.38 8.7 3.8 3.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


77. WR Curtis Samuel, Washington Commanders

Samuel was an efficient target in Eric Bienemy’s Washington offense that spread the ball around more than any team in the NFL, hauling in just shy of 73% of passes thrown his way with just four drops on 85 targets in 2023. Samuel was used as a ball carrier in 2023 like he was in 2022 and previous seasons dating back to his Ohio State days. His Swiss Army knife skill set shows up with good change of direction in space and start-stop ability that is still above average at this stage of his career.

Top free agent comparison: Adam Humphries, 2019
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Curtis Samuel 73.4 1.41 7.1 4.3 ?
Adam Humphries 70.1 1.35 6.4 5.3 4.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


78. C Aaron Brewer, Tennessee Titans

Brewer is a pretty remarkable success story, going from an undrafted 275-pound prospect to logging 500-plus snaps in three consecutive seasons while earning the starting job at left guard in 2022 and taking over at center in 2023. Brewer belongs in a zone rushing scheme where he can use his quick first step and springiness at the second level to reach linebackers quickly or wall off backside defenders by beating them to the spot.

Brewer needs to continue to add good weight, both to his lower half and through his shoulders, because he’s prone to bigger rushers bulling through him with regularity. However, in the right spot, he’s a great fit, and his plus athleticism suggests he could continue to excel even after bulking up to improve in other areas.

Top free agent comparison: Mason Cole, 2022
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Aaron Brewer 45.0 32.7 16.3% ?
Mason Cole 44.0 29.8 12.3% 2.5%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


79. LB Josey Jewell, Denver Broncos

Jewell may not be great in any one facet of linebacker play, but he’s good in all of them. And a well-rounded linebacker is an asset to any defense. Jewell covers well in zone, with good spatial awareness to get proper depth, and he has the ability to come forward and blitz up the middle on occasion.

Jewell wears the green dot on defense and gets everyone lined up, and he rarely seems out of position. A team looking for a field general with several years of starter experience could do much worse.

Top free agent comparison: Wesley Woodyard, 2014
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Josey Jewell 74.1 72.4 3.6% 6.0% ?
Wesley Woodyard 61.2 75.5 1.6% 8.8% 2.9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


80. S Jordan Fuller, Los Angeles Rams

Fuller is a ball-hawking free safety who spends the majority of his time patrolling his deep quarter, as the Rams have deployed as many two-high safety looks as any team in the NFL over the past few years. Fuller has good ball-tracking ability and times his jumps well, contesting at the catch point but avoiding penalties.

He runs the alley well and doesn’t miss many tackle attempts. He’s not necessarily crashing and making plays at or behind the line of scrimmage often, but he’s a sound tackler and a reliable last line of defense when called upon.

Top free agent comparison: Chris Conte, 2016
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Jordan Fuller 57.3 67.7 14.9% 82.7 ?
Chris Conte 67.5 73.0 7.7% 78.7 1.9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


81. LB Blake Cashman, Houston Texans

Cashman was acquired via trade from the New York Jets before the 2022 season but went on to play just 149 defensive snaps due to a concussion sidelining him for a while. Flash-forward to 2023 with the arrival of new head coach and former NFL linebacker DeMeco Ryans, and Cashman is having a career year.

Cashman’s pass-rush ability has been the value add we’ve known about even when he logged limited snaps in past years, but his eight tackles for loss or no gain against the run is a top-15 mark, and his 79.7 coverage grade ranks 15th. Among 55 linebackers with at least 50 tackles in 2023, Cashman’s 7% missed tackle rate is a top-15 mark.

Over the past two seasons, Cashman has racked up 19 pressures, five sacks and five quarterback hits on just 94 pass-rush snaps, and that will be the skill he hangs his hat on in free agency.

Top free agent comparison: Zaire Franklin, 2022
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Blake Cashman 82.7 71.9 7.8% 8.0% ?
Zaire Franklin 74.9 73.0 5.6% 6.0% 1.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


82. LB Drue Tranquill, Kansas City Chiefs

It came as a surprise last offseason when Tranquill’s free agent market didn’t pan out, but he eventually joined the Chiefs on a one-year, $3 million flier. Tranquill is light on his feet and can get washed out of plays against the run, but he more than makes up for it in coverage and as a free rusher. Tranquill has recorded 33 quarterback pressures and 10 sacks dating back to 2022.

As a coverage backer, Tranquill has recorded 36 stops in coverage since 2022, and his 0.85 yards per coverage snap allowed over the span is a top-25 mark. Tranquill possesses the change-of-direction ability to carry running backs on out-breaking routes to the flat, as well as the backpedaling speed to patrol the deep middle in a variety of Tampa 2-esque looks that Steve Spagnuolo likes to deploy and disguise, making his fit and big role in this defense unsurprising despite a lot of draft capital invested at the position in recent years.

Former Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Wilson had a similar profile before signing a one-year, $2.75 million contract in 2021.

Top free agent comparison: Kyzir White, 2022
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Drue Tranquill 47.3 73.4 3.1% 7.0% ?
Kyzir White 53.5 70.6 3.7% 6.3% 1.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


83. CB Adoree' Jackson, New York Giants

Jackson cross-trained this offseason for a move to a full-time slot role but ended up moving back out wide after just two games. The first half of the Giants’ season featured an aggressive defense that ranked second in blitz rate but still couldn’t get home on the quarterback with any consistency, leaving their cornerbacks on islands with extremely difficult assignments on a regular basis.

Wink Martindale’s unit turned a corner over the second half of the year, and Jackson looked improved once returning from injury. Injuries have limited Jackson in four of the past five seasons, but he has true inside-outside versatility with good lateral agility and a knack for making plays on the football, often laying out for acrobatic pass breakups after goading quarterbacks into the occasional throw into his coverage area.

Top free agent comparison: Leodis McKelvin, 2013
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Adoree'Jackson 62.8 65.2 10.4% 56.3 ?
Leodis McKelvin 67.6 69.6 9.1% N/A 3.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


84. TE Gerald Everett, Los Angeles Chargers

Everett earned Justin Herbert’s trust on critical downs and in the red zone over the past two seasons and has forced 28 missed tackles since 2022, the second most among tight ends. Everett does well to plant his foot in the ground on his first step after the catch and then bounce off contact, and he consistently shakes out of arm tackles by continuing to drive his feet.

Everett is more of a check-down and tunnel screen outlet, averaging more than five yards after the catch in five consecutive seasons with an average depth of target around just six yards, but he can make the occasional contested catch — which was particularly on display in 2022 when he made eight contested snags.

Top free agent comparison: Austin Hooper, 2022
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Gerald Everett 73.2 1.35 4.1% ?
Austin Hooper 68.3 1.28 8.1% 2.9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


85. G Damien Lewis, Seattle Seahawks

Lewis has made strides over the past few seasons, especially in pass protection after a tough start to his NFL career, holding up fairly well against bigger interior defenders but struggling at times with the quicker, twitchier interior pass-rushers. The former third-round pick was a starter for the 2019 national championship LSU team at right guard and has starting experience in the NFL at both guard spots, although he appears to have found a home on the left side.

Lewis is a mauler at 332 pounds but moves well enough in a Seahawks rushing attack that primarily utilizes zone rushes in addition to a healthy dose of gap concepts, which should expand his options in free agency.

Top free agent comparison: Brian Winters, 2017
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Damien Lewis 70.1 60.6 13.9% ?
Brian Winters 75.0 66.0 12.2% 4.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


86. Edge Dorance Armstrong, Dallas Cowboys

Armstrong has been the unsung contributor on this loaded Cowboys defensive front, recording pressure rates above 11% in each of the last three seasons and an ability to line up all over the formation. Armstrong has played snaps inside the tackles, as a wide nine-technique primarily on the right side and as a standup player in the box spying on opposing quarterbacks or mugging the A-gap.

Armstrong’s long arm is a problem for blockers, and he quite literally has extremely long arms at 34.75 inches. He pairs that with good bend around the edge. He can get displaced in the run game but is a great asset getting after the quarterback.

Top free agent comparison: Samson Ebukam, 2023
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Dorance Armstrong 64.0 68.5 9.2% 57.4 ?
Samson Ebukam 64.9 70.8 11.3% 61.3 3.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


87. S Jordan Whitehead, New York Jets

Whitehead is a great fit in a defense that predominantly deploys single-high looks, bringing solid ball skills as the deep-third center-fielder over the past few seasons in addition to his true strength as a box defender roaming near the line of scrimmage. Whitehead has multiple interceptions in four straight seasons to go along with 20-plus defensive stops in every campaign of his career.

The primary knock on Whitehead is that he’s prone to missing tackles in one-on-one situations, at times taking questionable angles or overshooting an opportunity. The 2018 fourth-round pick of the Buccaneers will be only 27 years old for the duration of the 2024 season, his seventh at the NFL level.

Top free agent comparison: Bradley McDougald, 2018
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Jordan Whitehead 69.4 66.1 9.0% 64.3 ?
Bradley McDougald 67.3 79.4 12.2% 64.9 2.5%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


88. WR Kendrick Bourne, New England Patriots

Bourne unfortunately tore his ACL in Week 8 after serving as the clear No. 1 option in the Patriots’ passing attack for the first half of the season. He has inside-outside ability and is a willing run blocker.

Bourne makes up for his lack of elite athleticism with suddenness to his game, including crisp breaks out of routes and late hands to avoid as many contested targets by catching defensive backs off guard. Bourne can make a catchable but inaccurate throw look better with good ball-tracking ability, and he runs hard after the catch.

Top free agent comparison: James Jones, 2014
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Kendrick Bourne 70.3 1.58 10.5 4.9 ?
James Jones 71.1 1.41 11.2 4.8 2.5%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


89. DI Calais Campbell, Atlanta Falcons

Campbell is an ageless wonder who continued to be one of the strongest players in the NFL at his new stop in Atlanta this past season, with a dip in burst off the line when rushing the passer made up for by an anchor against the run as difficult to displace as any defensive lineman in the NFL.

Top free agent comparison: Julius Peppers, 2018
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Calais Campbell 72.0 77.5 11.1% 81.3 ?
Julius Peppers 71.2 78.4 10.2% 73.8 2.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


90. Edge Brandon Graham, Philadelphia Eagles

Much like Fletcher Cox above, Graham is an ageless wonder for the Philadelphia Eagles, but he’s seen his usage come way down in 2023. Nonetheless, Graham is still an efficient pass-rusher who always seems to come up with a huge play late in games on high-leverage downs, with a pressure rate above 15% on the year. Odds are Graham will play his age-36 season as an Eagle or nowhere, much like center Jason Kelce.

Graham still has great bend around the edge, seemingly shrinking into his stocky 6-foot-2 frame to avoid contact and dip under the outstretched hands of tackles. He’s a perfect member of the platoon in Philadelphia.

Top free agent comparison: James Harrison, 2015
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Brandon Graham 89.3 91.3 19.2% 69.9 ?
James Harrison 84.5 89.5 16.1% 78.0 1%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


91. DI DaQuan Jones, Buffalo Bills

Jones finished 2023 with 19 quarterback pressures — including 2.5 sacks — on just 135 pass-rush snaps. He had been as durable as any veteran in the league prior to 2023, logging more than 600 snaps in four straight seasons with three different teams.

Jones can win as a rusher lined up anywhere from a zero-technique to a 4i, with good use of his hands to swat away blockers. But he’s a bit stiff in the hips and gets home with dogged pursuit north to south. He was a perfect fit on a Bills defensive line that has a long list of pass-rushers who all command attention and can chase quarterbacks into each other’s laps.

Top free agent comparison: Mike Daniels, 2019
Player Run-defense grade Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate APY as % of Cap at signing
DaQuan Jones 69.6 78.5 79.4 12.8% ?
Mike Daniels 75.4 76.7 82.5 11.8% 4.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


92. QB Gardner Minshew, Indianapolis Colts

Minshew accompanied Colts head coach Shane Steichen on his move from Philadelphia to Indianapolis and made the most of his opportunity once he was quickly made the full-time starter following a season-ending injury for Anthony Richardson in Week 5. Minshew generally takes what the defense gives him and matriculates the ball down the field with underneath throws. The Colts have run the most RPOs of any team in the league this season, which leads to simpler “either-or” decisions and schemed-up first reads. However, when necessary, Minshew isn’t afraid to uncork the ball to the intermediate and deep parts of the field.

At the same time, Minshew still has an erratic nature to his game, with frantic feet in the pocket that at times cause him to miss throwing windows or lead to inaccurate throws. Minshew has put the ball in harm's way far too many times in 2023, but the high-variance nature of his play can also win games.

Top free agent comparison: Brian Hoyer, 2015
Player Clean pocket grade 1st & 2nd down grade Standard dropback grade Sack rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Gardner Minshew 73.8 63.2 64.1 6.0% ?
Brian Hoyer 69.8 58.3 57.2 4.9% 3.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


93. G Jon Runyan, Green Bay Packers

Runyan is a plus pass protector on the interior with considerable starting experience at both guard spots over his rookie contract, operating well in a phone booth with a solid anchor against power rushers. However, the former sixth-rounder can get his feet crossed up and end up on the ground more frequently than you’d like, particularly when asked to pull or reach block.

Top free agent comparison: Quinton Spain, 2020
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Jon Runyan Jr. 72.3 64.3 9.4% ?
Quinton Spain 74.1 62.4 11.2% 2.5%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


94. C Tyler Biadasz, Dallas Cowboys

Biadasz’s extensive starting experience dating back to his Wisconsin days shows up with clean technique and good hand usage, but he’s prone to getting driven off the ball by power rushers. He could help a young quarterback adjust to the NFL by calling out protections, and he reacts well to twists and stunts, but he’ll cause the pocket to collapse at times, even if he stays in front of rushers.

As a run blocker, Biadasz executes combo blocks well — though it helps to work alongside Zack Martin and Tyler Smith. Prospective teams could do a lot worse in adding a mid-tier center with football smarts.

Top free agent comparison: Ted Karras, 2022
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Tyler Biadasz 61.9 57.1 10.8% ?
Ted Karras 64.6 67.3 11.3% 2.9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


95. G Jonah Jackson, Detroit Lions

Jackson is a force in space in the run game who climbs to the second level well once he gets a head of steam and adjusts laterally to plant his heavy hands into the chests of defenders with balanced feet. Jackson has continued to struggle in pass protection, which is a bit surprising given his athletic ability. He can be slow out of his stance and/or flat-footed at times, which causes him to lose early on in reps.

Top free agent comparison: J.R. Sweezy, 2016
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Jonah Jackson 56.6 49.2 15.8% ?
J.R. Sweezy 59.5 43.9 15.5% 4.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


96. DI Maurice Hurst, Cleveland Browns

Hurst was in the midst of a great campaign as a rotational interior pass-rusher before going down with a pectoral injury, which unfortunately has been the story of his NFL career at various stops. After logging just 41 snaps in 2021 due to a calf injury, Hurst missed the entire 2022 season with a torn biceps suffered in training camp.

Hurst had a pressure rate above 10% on the year, a strong number for an interior defender, with a pass-rush grade above 75.0. He may not receive contracts far above the minimum in his career until he proves to be more available on a consistent basis, but he has great burst off the line for an interior rusher and a springiness to his game that makes him quite effective on stunts and twists.

Top free agent comparison: Zach Kerr, 2021
Player Run-defense grade Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Maurice Hurst 76.5 75.9 76.7 14.1% ?
Zach Kerr 78.3 77.2 84.4 10.9% 0.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


97. LB Jordan Hicks, Minnesota Vikings

Hicks was having his best season in a half-decade through Week 10 before a scary injury required a trip to the hospital and an extended absence from football, but he did return in Week 16. Hicks moves well north to south and packs a punch as a tackler, rarely missing many opportunities despite a very high volume in defensive stops and total tackles over the past five years. He has some limitations in coverage at this stage of his career, with average stop-and-start ability horizontally, but Hicks is a tone-setter over the middle who makes a ton of plays each week.

Top free agent comparison: Kevin Burnett, 2013
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Jordan Hicks 83.8 49.5 4.5% 8.7% ?
Kevin Burnett 73.2 50.8 4.6% 9.2% 2.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


98. C Coleman Shelton, Los Angeles Rams

Shelton has proven over the past two seasons that he is capable of playing guard in addition to center after earning the starting right guard job in 2022 and holding up very well as a pass protector at both spots throughout the season. He can also effectively run block in zone or gap concepts, which was proven amid the Rams’ shift to a gap-heavy scheme in 2023. The positional versatility on the interior, and Shelton’s agility could make him a fit for many teams.

Top free agent comparison: Spencer Long, 2019
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Coleman Shelton 60.2 54.6 11.3% ?
Spencer Long 54.1 58.1 8.6% 2.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


99. DI Quinton Jefferson, New York Jets

The veteran may be looking for his fifth team in five seasons but part of that is because his pass-rush production requires solid contracts even despite his severe limitations against the run. Jefferson shows up, delivers a pressure rate above 10% and is good for a decent number of sacks each year. He makes sense as a member of a rotation, though he has logged more than 450 snaps in six straight seasons.

Top free agent comparison: Henry Melton, 2015
Player Run-defense grade Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Quinton Jefferson 34.6 63.5 66.2 10.2% ?
Henry Melton 43.9 72.0 71.2 9.6% 2.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


100. Edge Carl Lawson, New York Jets

Lawson signed a reworked contract heading into the 2023 season that lowered his salary to $6 million, but he has still found himself as a healthy scratch for much of the season as part of a crowded edge defender room.

The seventh-year pro has good burst off the line and wins with a combination of speed-to-power and quick hands, but he isn’t necessarily the bendiest edge rusher.

Lawson earned a 72.8 pass-rush grade with 49 pressures and eight sacks in 2022, his first season back from the torn Achilles he suffered in 2021. Injuries have unfortunately impacted his career, but he’s still a productive player off the edge.

This season has effectively been a throwaway year, but perhaps his fresh legs and yearlong recovery could make him a great buy-low candidate.

Top free agent comparison: Dante Fowler Jr., 2023
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Carl Lawson 71.1 72.3 13.6% 50.9 ?
Dante Fowler Jr. 68.5 68.6 10.5% 53.0 1.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


101. DI Javon Kinlaw, San Francisco 49ers

San Francisco traded DeForest Buckner to the Indianapolis Colts in exchange for the first-round pick that became Kinlaw. And while he hasn’t delivered much over his rookie contract, he has flashed in his contract year.

Kinlaw profiled as a freakish athlete with a lack of refinement, and he may have relied too much on his athleticism to start his career — without much success.

He has produced a 70.3 pass-rush grade and 31 total pressures in 2023, career-high marks by a distance, and he is showing his bursty first step and bull-rush prowess once he leans into a blocker with momentum. However, he still gets blown off the ball against the run too often, given his poor anchoring and recovery ability if his first step isn’t upfield.

Top free agent comparison: Jordan Phillips, 2019
Player Run-defense grade Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Javon Kinlaw 27.6 69.5 77.5 9.6% ?
Jordan Phillips 48.7 70.6 73.7 8.1% 2.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


102. S C.J. Gardner-Johnson, Detroit Lions

Gardner-Johnson missed almost the entire 2023 season with a torn pectoral injury suffered in Week 2, but he returned in Week 18 for Detroit’s playoff run. He plays fast, physically and with a lot of trash talk between snaps. Gardner-Johnson’s versatility as a safety or high-end nickel makes him an intriguing target for any team looking to add talent to the secondary.

Top free agent comparison: Keanu Neal, 2021
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
C.J. Gardner- Johnson 71.2 60.2 6.6% 59.0 ?
Keanu Neal 70.4 67.5 1.5% 64.9 2.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


103. EDGE Mike Danna, Kansas City Chiefs

Danna is the epitome of a solid, high-floor player who understands his role, controls his gap and makes plays when they come to him. He’s not the burstiest player off the line but does well to drive opposing tackles back into the pocket. He took on an increased role in 2023 and improved in detaching his hands from blockers to get after the quarterback.

Top free agent comparison: Derek Barnett, 2022
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Mike Danna 63.9 69.1 8.4% 59.0 ?
Derek Barnett 62.0 70.0 11.0% 69.6 3.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


104. DI Shelby Harris, Cleveland Browns

Harris is still capable against the run and as a pass-rusher, but he is not a full-time player at this stage of his career. He fits in well with Browns defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz’s platoon approach, showing a good motor and making plays on backside pursuits. A decreased snap count could lead to a highly efficient rotational player.

Top free agent comparison: Chris Baker, 2018
Player Run-defense grade Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass rush win rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Shelby Harris 76.8 68.4 71.7 9.8% ?
Chris Baker 67.7 67.2 73.6 7.7% 1.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


105. RB D'Andre Swift, Philadelphia Eagles

Swift enjoyed a bounce-back year operating behind the best offensive line in the NFL after an up-and-down tenure with the Detroit Lions. Still, he will carry the same question marks Miles Sanders did last offseason, and Sanders lost the starting job to Chuba Hubbard in Carolina about halfway through his first year of a four-year contract.

Swift is a shifty back who can make defenders miss in a phone booth but rarely seeks out or runs through contact and doesn’t always have the best eyes for developing holes between the tackles. He has good breakaway speed if there are large holes created before contact and is a natural hands-catcher, but he is prone to the occasional focus drop when he takes his eyes off the football and thinks about his first move before securing the ball.

Top free agent comparison: David Montgomery, 2023
Player Missed tackles forced per attempt Yards after contact per attempt Receiving grade Yards per route run APY as % of Cap at signing
D’Andre Swift 0.2 2.63 58.5 1.17 ?
David Montgomery 0.2 2.7 68.5 1.1 2.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


106. LB Willie Gay, Kansas City Chiefs

Gay is perhaps the best lateral athlete within the Chiefs' loaded linebacker corps, often drawing the quarterback spy role and earning some of the more challenging coverage responsibilities after starting his career as a pure downhill attacker. The former second-round pick is a quality weakside linebacker who appears to have grown better at reading and reacting, and he also did well in the occasional blitz package dialed up by defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo.

Top free agent comparison: Cody Barton, 2023
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Willie Gay 63.6 56.2 1.0% 6.7% ?
Cody Barton 64.5 53.3 3.3% 7.3% 1.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


107. EDGE A.J. Epenesa, Buffalo Bills

Epenesa has developed into a very solid rotational edge defender, using his straight-line athleticism to get upfield well and showing some proficiency on stunts with decent stop-and-start ability despite lacking great lateral agility. Epenesa also reads the quarterback's eyes very well to get his hands up and into passing lanes for potential batted passes if he does not win his initial rush.

Top free agent comparison: Deatrich Wise Jr., 2021
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
A.J. Epenesa 75.0 79.0 10.6% 49.3 ?
Deatrich Wise Jr. 79.6 85.8 15.6% 51.0 3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


108. EDGE Derek Barnett, Houston Texans

Barnett’s journey to the open market is unique and circuitous. The Philadelphia Eagles, his original team, agreed to a revised contract ahead of 2023 after he sparsely played the prior year, and when that trend continued, Barnett made his way to Houston via waivers — and flourished.

From Weeks 14-18, Barnett earned an 86.1 pass-rush grade with a 22.7% pass-rush win rate, two-and-a-half sacks and nine more quarterback hits. Barnett appears to fit best in an even front with his hand in the dirt, and while he doesn’t have the fastest first step at this stage of his career, he absorbs contact really well and utilizes an inside spin move and slip move to the outside to get past tackles.

Top free agent comparison: Alex Okafor, 2018
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Derek Barnett 75.3 77.4 15.5% 79.7 ?
Alex Okafor 77.3 83.8 12.5% 70.9 2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


109. WR D.J. Chark, Carolina Panthers

Chark has struggled to separate at the intermediate and deep levels in recent years, and inopportune drops also plagued him a bit over the tail end of the 2023 campaign. That said, he still brings field-stretching ability and should be more productive in an offense outside of Carolina.

Top free agent comparison: Kenny Britt, 2015
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
D.J. Chark 64.9 1.24 15.5 3.5 ?
Kenny Britt 65.2 1.27 15.4 2.9 3.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


110. TE Colby Parkinson, Seattle Seahawks

Parkinson was a key component of Seattle's run blocking, lining up in the backfield for multiple snaps per game in addition to his inline duties. His presence on the field is by no means a run tell for defenses, as he saw increased passing game work over the past two years with a solid average depth of target.


111. LB Tyrel Dodson, Buffalo Bills

Dodson took over as a starter in Week 8 and filled in admirably for a defense that sorely missed Matt Milano. Dodson is undersized at 6-foot and 237 pounds, but he makes up for it with a good understanding of angles and leverage, getting to his spot quickly and staying springy on the balls of his feet.

Top free agent comparison: Nick Kwiatkoski, 2020
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Tyrel Dodson 77.2 66.2 4.7% 10.3% ?
Nick Kwiatkoski 69.3 64.8 4.7% 7.7% 3.5%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


112. G John Simpson, Baltimore Ravens

There are times when Simpson gets over his skis a bit in space, but if he keeps his feet under him and finds the chest of a defender, he has some pulling reps on tape where he launches linebackers/defensive backs to Neptune.

Top free agent comparison: John Miller, 2020
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
John Simpson 61.1 64.8 12.1% ?
John Miller 65.4 59.3 10.5% 2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


113. DI A'Shawn Robinson, New York Giants

Robinson is still one of the game’s best early-down run stuffers on the interior, nearly impossible to move off his spot as he soaks up double-teams and enables the players around him to play fast and free.

Top free agent comparison: Bennie Logan, 2017
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Run-defense grade Run stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
A’Shawn Robinson 51.1 56.3 64.8 12.6% ?
Bennie Logan 49.1 50.8 78.2 12.6% 4.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


114. LB Oren Burks, San Francisco 49ers

Burks will always carry special teams value, which should establish a higher floor for him contractually, in line with recently signed linebackers Zaire Franklin and Jalen Reeves-Maybin, among others.

Top free agent comparison: Zaire Franklin, 2022
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Oren Burks 76.1 76.5 2.4% 6.8% ?
Zaire Franklin 74.9 73.0 5.6% 6.0% 1.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


115. TE Adam Trautman, Denver Broncos

Trautman is a good in-line blocker and can serve as a check-down outlet against soft zone coverage. His run blocking is the major value add, including some impressive reps in 2023 of displacing defensive ends and outside linebackers at the point of attack with good drive and a low center of gravity.

Top free agent comparison: Geoff Swaim, 2019
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Adam Trautman 54.6 0.84 8.1% ?
Geoff Swaim 57.3 0.99 8.1% 1.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


116. T Josh Jones, Houston Texans

Jones does well in the run game to get on the play side of defenders and wall off his assignment with heavy hands. As a pass protector, his pass set can be a bit slow out of the gate, which then leads to some frantic recovery efforts, but when he is square in front of the rusher, he is not easy to discard. He looks more comfortable with his footwork on the left side, but it helps he has experience at both bookend spots.

Top free agent comparison: Andre Dillard, 2023
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Negative run block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Josh Jones 71.6 64.0 5.1% ?
Andre Dillard 72.6 66.0 10.4% 4.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


117. WR Michael Thomas, New Orleans Saints

Thomas is still a smooth glider who can make contested catches with great hands and footwork along the sideline. He doesn’t quite have the same explosiveness of his heyday, but elite athleticism was never necessarily how he won as more of a master technician, so it’s all a question of health.

Top free agent comparison: A.J. Green, 2021
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Michael Thomas 72.6 1.45 10.6 2.4 ?
A.J. Green 69.2 1.28 13.6 2.7 3.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


118. WR Josh Reynolds, Detroit Lions

Reynolds does not have the best release package or the quickest jump off the line, but he has a good feel for where he is on the field and is generally sure-handed. Reynolds’ struggles in the Lions' playoff loss to the 49ers are not indicative of who he is as a player, usually a reliable go-to weapon on third and fourth downs. Reynolds also does quite well from condensed splits to square-up linebackers and safeties at the second level as a run blocker.

Top free agent comparison: Kamar Aiken, 2017
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Josh Reynolds 69.5 1.31 12.1 4.0 ?
Kamar Aiken 71.3 1.29 12.4 3.0 1.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


119. T Donovan Smith, Kansas City Chiefs

Smith struggled in 2023 with oversetting and then losing to the inside, often grabbing defenders and taking penalties once he was beaten. But he’s still a functional pass-protecting left tackle over the course of a season.

Top free agent comparison: George Fant, 2023
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Negative run block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Donovan Smith 67.6 60.2 19.2% ?
George Fant 63.9 59.1 17.1% 1.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


120. TE Austin Hooper, Las Vegas Raiders

Hooper is still a solid in-line tight end with good straight-line speed once he gets a head of steam going. He also flashes an ability to make the first defender miss on check-down opportunities, on occasion.

Top free agent comparison: Benjamin Watson, 2013
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Austin Hooper 69.2 1.15 4.1% ?
Benjamin Watson 69.8 1.26 6.4% 1.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


121. TE Mike Gesicki, New England Patriots

The big slot receiver moves well for his size and has a gigantic catch radius with good hands-catching ability away from his body. He may not find an every-down role, but as a move tight end who can add value on third downs and in the red zone, Gesicki still offers intrigue, especially with an uninspiring draft class at the tight end position.

Top free agent comparison: N/A
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Mike Gesicki 60.4 0.86 2.0% ?
N/A

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


122. DI Raekwon Davis, Miami Dolphins

The big nose tackle can have a delayed get-off and tends to cede ground in the run game more often than you’d like to see, often standing up too upright — which is understandable at 6-foot-7 — and not having a low enough pad level to anchor and drive. Nonetheless, there are still flashes here and there of what made Davis a second-round selection. He does well to hold his spot, read and react and, occasionally, get late pressure on quarterbacks after shuffling across the formation.

Top free agent comparison: Angelo Blackson, 2021
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Raekwon Davis 60.9 60.9 6.9% 41.1 ?
Angelo Blackson 56.2 58.2 6.1% 36.4 1.5%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


123. EDGE Tyquan Lewis, Indianapolis Colts

Lewis had an under-the-radar career year on a defensive line that excelled with more of a platoon approach on the edge. Lewis can end up on the ground a bit more often than you’d like to see, but oftentimes it’s due to an all-out pursuit with his good closing speed and long arms.

Lewis primarily excels as a wide-nine rusher, but there were good reps on tape of him kicking inside. The next thing you’d like to see more of is an increased use of counter moves and his hands/long-arm, as he often just runs into the chest of blockers and tries to bull his way through.

Top free agent comparison: Adrian Clayborn, 2016
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Tyquan Lewis 73.3 77.0 15.4% 54.5 ?
Adrian Clayborn 65.9 72.6 13.1% 51.7 2.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


124. G Graham Glasgow, Detroit Lions

Glasgow is at his best with a head of steam in the run game. He put a few great pull lead reps to his side on tape in 2023, with Penei Sewell down-blocking and Glasgow either quickly getting into the chest of edge defenders looking to contain the rush to the inside or blowing up defensive backs working as the force defender on the edge. As a pass protector, he can get caught flat-footed, and interior rushers will push past him or easily cross his face.

Top free agent comparison: MARK GLOWINSKI, 2022
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Graham Glasgow 59.8 51.2 15.6% ?
Mark Glowinski 65.3 57.8 13.9% 3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


125. G Greg Van Roten, Las Vegas Raiders

Van Roten does a nice job of keeping his chest clean with fully extended arms on double-teams, enabling him to quickly disengage and get to the second level, but he can lose ground at the line off the snap when he doesn’t have a confident first step. The veteran has always been a solid pass protector, absorbing contact well if he stays in front of the rusher.

Top free agent comparison: Chris Chester, 2015
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Greg Van Roten 74.2 67.1 11.0% ?
Chris Chester 73.8 66.4 13.6% 1.9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


126. T George Fant, Houston Texans

Fant would be a solid swing tackle for many teams, with good movement ability often landing him in outside zone-heavy rushing attacks. However, he’s not quite the athlete he was when Seattle was using him in jumbo packages.

Top free agent comparison: Mike Remmers, 2021
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Negative run block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
George Fant 60.4 58.0 17.4% ?
Mike Remmers 70.4 60.8 17.1% 1.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


127. EDGE Kyle Van Noy, Baltimore Ravens

Van Noy had a great 2023 campaign, as did virtually every Ravens defender, producing well after operating again as more of a pure pass-rushing outside linebacker. Van Noy will be 34 years old in 2024 but still has some juice as a rotational edge rusher who can dip his inside shoulder to avoid contact and get around the corner with an efficient path to the quarterback.

Top free agent comparison: Markus Golden, 2021
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Kyle Van Noy 73.3 71.3 12.4% 59.3 ?
Markus Golden 69.9 75.5 12.2% 53.3 1.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


128. QB Jacoby Brissett, Washington Commanders

Brissett should’ve had a nice runway to start a few games to close out the 2023 season, stepping up in Week 15 and cooking for an 8-of-10, 124-yard and two-touchdown stat line. Unfortunately, the journeyman was injured in Week 16 and missed the rest of the year. Brissett is a solid pocket passer who can stand in and take a hit. He showed improved pocket manipulation over his time in Cleveland and is a quarterback sneak savant.

Top free agent comparison: Andy Dalton, 2023
Player Clean pocket grade 1st & 2nd down grade Standard dropback grade Sack rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Jacoby Brissett 90.3 76.8 86.7 5.4% ?
Andy Dalton 81.7 75.8 79.0 6.3% 2.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


129. EDGE Marcus Davenport, Minnesota Vikings

Davenport’s 2023 season was lost to injury after he logged just 118 snaps on a one-year, $10 million flier. When healthy, Davenport is sturdy at the point of attack and uses his long arms and strong lower half to set up blockers. For his size, Davenport has efficient footwork, and he gets onto the toes of guards in a few quick steps and seems quite comfortable rushing from interior alignments.

Top free agent comparison: Takk McKinley, 2021
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Marcus Davenport 72.5 75.7 15.5% 66.2 ?
Takk McKinley 65.7 67.8 11.2% 64.9 2.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


130. RB J.K. Dobbins, Baltimore Ravens

Injuries have derailed Dobbins’ career, but in Week 1 of 2023, we saw a patient runner who lets his blocks develop, with good contact acceleration to explode into a gap or get to the edge. Dobbins has always had good contact balance and never shows signs of playing timid when he returns from injury. The team that gets a full year out of him will be very pleased.

Top free agent comparison: Damien Harris, 2023
Player Missed tackles forced per attempt Yards after contact per attempt Receiving grade Yards per route run APY as % of Cap at signing
J.K. Dobbins 0.17 3.02 69.4 1.01 ?
Damien Harris 0.15 2.84 63.9 1.09 0.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


131. RB Devin Singletary, Houston Texans

Singletary was a good fit in Houston’s rushing attack and continued to bounce off the first defender at a decent clip for his size, with sharp initial cuts to make first tacklers miss. He can be a solid member of a committee who isn’t great in any area but isn’t particularly deficient in any area either.

Top free agent comparison: Miles Sanders, 2023
Player Missed tackles forced per attempt Yards after contact per attempt Receiving grade Yards per route run APY as % of Cap at signing
Devin Singletary 0.22 2.92 55.8 0.71 ?
Miles Sanders 0.17 2.90 45.0 0.51 2.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


132. RB Gus Edwards, Baltimore Ravens

Edwards found the end zone nine times over a five-week stretch in the middle of this past season, illustrating his short-yardage and goal-line prowess. He also forced a career-high 29 missed tackles on a larger workload than expected before the season.


133. QB Jameis Winston, New Orleans Saints

Winston’s 2023 season will go down in infamy for his running a scoring play against the NFC South rival Atlanta Falcons out of a victory formation … respectfully. What we saw from Winston as a passer was largely more of the same: an average depth of target on a small sample above 12 yards downfield. Jameis is a gunslinger at his core, and that comes with the good and bad.

Top free agent comparison: Joe Flacco, 2022
Player Clean pocket grade 1st & 2nd down grade Standard dropback grade Sack rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Jameis Winston 65.9 67.5 58.9 7.3% ?
Joe Flacco 70.0 64.3 62.3 4.7% 1.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


134. C Evan Brown, Seattle Seahawks

Brown can get pushed backward by heavier-handed interior defenders who get underneath him and drive him into the quarterback’s lap, but he does a solid job of keeping his feet and staying in front of them. As a run blocker, Brown has a quick first step off the ball that enables him to build up momentum fairly quickly, but there are reps where, once he gets going a certain way, it can be tough for him to redirect.

Top free agent comparison: Austin Blythe, 2022
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Evan Brown 52.0 46.3 12.2% ?
Austin Blythe 52.8 41.3 14.4% 1.9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


135. RB A.J. Dillon, Green Bay Packers

Dillon is rarely brought down by the first defender, churning his legs to play through first contact. Any team looking for a short-yardage back who can also leak out for the occasional screen pass has that in the 6-foot, 247-pound Dillon, but a lack of explosiveness will limit the chunk plays. A very high success rate but fewer explosives is the Dillon profile.

Top free agent comparison: Jordan Howard, 2020
Player Missed tackles forced per attempt Yards after contact per attempt Receiving grade Yards per route run APY as % of Cap at signing
A.J. Dillon 0.12 2.8 57.9 0.92 ?
Jordan Howard 0.11 2.8 57.9 0.69 2.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


136. RB Zack Moss, Indianapolis Colts

Moss is, in some ways, the inverse of the above profile on A.J. Dillon. He forces a lot of missed tackles in space and broke off a 10-plus yard gain on over 10% of carries in 2023, but he also has a higher stuff rate. Moss can be highly efficient on a split volume of touches as a member of a committee, but it was good to see he is also capable of shouldering the load if he has to, doing so after an injury to Jonathan Taylor.

Top free agent comparison: Alexander Mattison, 2023
Player Missed tackles forced per attempt Yards after contact per attempt Receiving grade Yards per route run APY as % of Cap at signing
Zack Moss 0.22 2.88 42.7 0.7 ?
Alexander Mattison 0.24 2.78 51.0 0.9 1.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


137. WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, Tennessee Titans

Westbrook-Ikhine is a vertical field-stretcher with good run-blocking chops who can find a home in almost any offense as an auxiliary piece of a receiving corps. Tennessee also used him more in 2023 on now routes and quick in-breakers out of the slot, looking to use his speed after the catch closer to the line of scrimmage with schemed-up free releases. He will struggle to create his own separation due to a bit of a delayed start out of the blocks and not the sharpest breaks, but he can be a nice receiving option as a straight-line weapon.

Top free agent comparison: Demarcus Robinson, 2020
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Nick Westbrook- Ikhine 59.7 1.03 13.1 4.2 ?
Demarcus Robinson 57.6 1.01 12.5 4.2 1.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


138. S Deshon Elliott, Miami Dolphins

Elliott has solid range as a free safety and is a reliable last line of defense as a sound tackler in the run game, even if he may not always come up to make defensive stops consistently. Elliott played some nickel and more down in the box in past seasons, as well. He is a master of none but solid at everything.

Top free agent comparison: Louis Delmas, 2015
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
DeShon Elliott 66.3 59.2 12.3% 78.3 ?
Louis Delmas 69.4 60.3 6.0% 65.3 1.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


139. S Tashaun Gipson, San Francisco 49ers

The reliable veteran was a staple as the deep-third free safety in San Francisco’s defense the past few years, keeping everything in front of him and making plays on the ball on the infrequent instances when he was targeted.

Top free agent comparison: Mike Adams, 2015
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Tashaun Gipson 63.8 76.8 7.0% 90.5 ?
Mike Adams 58.0 80.5 4.4% 81.5 1.5%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


140. S Alohi Gilman, Los Angeles Chargers

There is some selection bias in Gilman’s outstanding 2023 coverage grade, with Gilman making the most of nearly every opportunity when the ball was thrown into his coverage area. Nevertheless, the stocky safety had a really good first season as a full-time player and has a nose for the football, often looking to punch out fumbles if a teammate has the ball carrier wrapped up.

Top free agent comparison: Tre Boston, 2019
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Alohi Gilman 85.8 90.6 14.8% 71.2 ?
Tre Boston 89.8 87.8 19.0% 67.1 1.1%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


141. EDGE Darrell Taylor, Seattle Seahawks

Taylor is quick and springy with a solid inside spin move to get out of an offensive lineman’s grasp, but he often finds himself caught on his initial move and trapped with no way out. When he does get through the protection, Taylor’s lateral agility helps him get quarterbacks on the ground because he doesn’t get “olé’d” very often.

Top free agent comparison: Andre Branch, 2016
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Darrell Taylor 67.5 72.9 7.5% 39.0 ?
Andre Branch 62.9 70.6 7.6% 50.3 1.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


142. EDGE Anfernee Jennings, New England Patriots

Lost in the shuffle of a forgettable Patriots season is the fact that Anfernee Jennings had one of the most impressive seasons defending the run from an edge that we’ve seen in years. Jennings’ 38 stops against the run tied for the most among edge defenders with Las Vegas Raiders superstar Maxx Crosby, despite his logging 80 fewer snaps against the run. His 11% run-stop rate is one of the top marks in PFF history.

Jennings missed all of 2021 with an injury and doesn’t currently offer a ton as a pass rusher, but one elite skill could make him a target for teams that utilize a platoon approach along the defensive line and want Jennings for early-down usage.

Top free agent comparison: Devon Kennard, 2017
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Anfernee Jennings 51.3 55.1 5.8% 87.5 ?
Devon Kennard 56.8 58.7 6.0% 78.0 3.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


143. LB Nicholas Morrow, Philadelphia Eagles

Morrow is a solid three-down linebacker who can play at the Mike or Will spots and rack up tackles, missing a low percentage of opportunities if he has a clear pursuit path to the ball carrier. He is a proficient spot-dropper in zone coverage but did struggle to stick with running backs out of the backfield.

Top free agent comparison: Kyzir White, 2023
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Nicholas Morrow 58.5 63.9 3.4% 7.9% ?
Kyzir White 64.8 67.0 4.4% 7.8% 2.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


144. EDGE D.J. Wonnum, Minnesota Vikings

Wonnum is a solid snap-eater on the edge who carved out a rather significant role out of the gate as a fourth-round rookie. He can set the edge with good length and fit well as a straight-line attacker with solid explosiveness in Brian Flores’ blitz-heavy scheme, but he won’t win many one-on-ones with bend or nuanced pass-rush moves.

Top free agent comparison: Al-Quadin Muhammad, 2022
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
D.J. Wonnum 55.1 60.7 8.2% 65.7 ?
Al-Quadin Muhammad 58.2 64.1 9.0% 68.6 1.9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


145. WR K.J. Osborn, Minnesota Vikings

Osborn had an unfortunate drop issue crop up in 2023 but has generally been a reliable WR3/4 who knows where to sit down against zones and pick up yards after the catch underneath.

Top free agent comparison: Parris Campbell, 2023
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
K.J. Osborn 60.0 1.02 8.9 4.5 ?
Parris Campbell 61.9 1.09 8.4 4.2 2.1%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


146. T Cam Fleming, Denver Broncos

Fleming is a capable swing tackle in an offseason that doesn’t offer many legitimate veterans who can hold up well enough on both sides of the line. The high-floor pass-protecting veteran is limited in space as a run blocker but would offer a sense of security to any team that wants a third tackle to count on.

Top free agent comparison: Jermon Bushrod, 2016
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Negative run block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Cam Fleming 74.4 73.4 12.6% ?
Chris Clark 79.0 76.2 10.1% 1%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


147. WR Noah Brown, Houston Texans

Brown had a great year in Houston, with C.J. Stroud often finding him downfield on scramble drills — an underappreciated skill for wide receivers in an era where more and more plays are made outside of structure, many of which can tilt the outcomes of games.

Top free agent comparison: Cecil Shorts, 2015
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Noah Brown 67.7 1.50 11.8 4.8 ?
Cecil Shorts 67.4 1.41 10.0 4.7 2.1%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


148. S Darnell Savage, Green Bay Packers

When the ball is thrown Savage’s way, the ball skills that made him a first-round pick are put on display. It’s more the snaps when Savage has to come down and make plays in the box that keep him lower on this list.

Top free agent comparison: J.J. Wilcox, 2017
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Darnell Savage 66.2 69.0 13.0% 66.0 ?
J.J. Wilcox 66.9 75.8 11.4% 53.3 1.9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


149. CB Keisean Nixon, Green Bay Packers

Nixon’s special teams ability will boost his value, as he’s a threat to break off a big return on every kick. He showed continued growth as a starter in the nickel spot, with good recovery speed on vertical routes but a need for more advancement in clicking and closing with comeback routes and in-breakers.

Top free agent comparison: Desmond King II, 2022
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Keisean Nixon 56.0 56.8 3.4% 62.1 ?
Desmond King II 55.3 59.6 4.2% 40.2 1.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


150. EDGE Bud Dupree, Atlanta Falcons

Dupree had a solid bounce-back 2023 campaign after missing time over the 2021 and 2022 seasons. He can still convert speed to power off the edge. He’s a bit stiff in his hips and has lost some explosiveness after injuries but can be a solid rotational piece in a defensive line platoon.

Top free agent comparison: Sam Acho, 2018
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Bud Dupree 54.0 59.3 7.3% 64.8 ?
Sam Acho 56.1 60.4 7.8% 64.1 1.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


151. S Mike Edwards, Kansas City Chiefs

Edwards seemingly always forces a turnover if the ball hits his hands. The former Tampa Bay Buccaneer carved out a solid role in a Chiefs secondary that utilized a lot of three-safety looks both before and after the loss of Bryan Cook.

Top free agent comparison: Tashaun Gipson, 2020
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Mike Edwards 60.1 61.8 6.9% 45.3 ?
Tashaun Gipson 59.9 63.0 9.8% 61.4 1.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


152. CB Sean Murphy-Bunting, Tennessee Titans

Murphy-Bunting was thrust into a more prominent role in Tennessee and struggled to mirror the better receivers he was matched up with. He’s a solid athlete who could fit better in a zone-heavy scheme where he gets to come forward.

Top free agent comparison: Eli Apple, 2022
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Sean Murphy-Bunting 68.2 63.2 8.8% 33.7 ?
Eli Apple 63.1 73.2 10.5% 38.4 1.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


153. S Jeremy Chinn, Carolina Panthers

Chinn was not viewed as a fit in Ejiro Evero’s defense in 2023, and with the defensive coordinator retained, it appears the safety is on the way out. Chinn is a big hybrid safety/linebacker who also spent time in the nickel spot, and he is not afraid to make plays in the muck at or behind the line of scrimmage.

Top free agent comparison: Andrew Sendejo, 2016
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Jeremy Chinn 57.2 56.4 8.3% 52.0 ?
Andrew Sendejo 57.4 63.8 5.6% 65.5 2.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


154. CB Emmanuel Moseley, Detroit Lions

Top free agent comparison: Ahkello Witherspoon, 2022
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Emmanuel Moseley 83.9 90.1 15.0% 74.4 ?
Ahkello Witherspoon 78.5 88.2 14.3% 89.7 1.9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


155. G Jon Feliciano, San Francisco 49ers

Top free agent comparison: Graham Glasgow, 2023
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Positive run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Jon Feliciano 66.1 57.3 11.9% ?
Graham Glasgow 65.9 59.0 11.7% 1.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


156. CB Myles Bryant, New England Patriots

Top free agent comparison: Brian Poole, 2019
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Myles Bryant 58.2 58.1 7.2% 42.7 ?
Brian Poole 65.0 62.9 5.7% 53.7 1.6%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


157. S Micah Hyde, Buffalo Bills

Analysis coming soon!


158. QB Tyrod Taylor, New York Giants

Top free agent comparison: Ryan Fitzpatrick, 2019
Player Clean pocket grade 1st- & 2nd-down grade Standard dropback grade Sack rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Tyrod Taylor 84.6 74.3 85.2 8.4% ?
Ryan Fitzpatrick 91.0 78.2 81.9 4.5% 2.9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


159. LB Cody Barton, Washington Commanders

Top free agent comparison: Nigel Bradham, 2016
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Cody Barton 52.5 57.7 1.6% 6.3% ?
Nigel Bradham 55.4 63.4 3.3% 7.3% 2.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


160. QB Sam Darnold, San Francisco 49ers

Analysis coming soon!


161. QB Drew Lock, Seattle Seahawks

Top free agent comparison: Kyle Allen, 2022
Player Clean pocket grade 1st & 2nd down grade Standard dropback grade Sack rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Drew Lock 65.1 50.7 62.9 7.1% ?
Kyle Allen 77.9 58.8 76.3 7.5% 1.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


162. DI Kevin Givens, San Francisco 49ers

Top free agent comparison: Akeem Spence, 2017
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Kevin Givens 64.6 69.3 8.2% 35.7 ?
Akeem Spence 63.3 67.5 8.2% 38.5 1.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


163. DI Bilal Nichols, Las Vegas Raiders

Top free agent comparison: Adam Butler, 2021
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Bilal Nichols 61.4 69.1 7.7% 46.9 ?
Adam Butler 62.9 62.5 5.7% 52.8 2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


164. DI Sebastian Joseph-Day, Los Angeles Chargers

Top free agent comparison: Tyson Alualu, 2017
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Sebastian Joseph-Day 55.6 56.8 6.1% 50.0 ?
Tyson Alualu 55.7 61.9 6.3% 59.5 1.8%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


165. T Chukwuma Okorafor, Pittsburgh Steelers

Top free agent comparison: Germain Ifedi, 2021
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Negative run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Chukwuma Okorafor 62.3 61.3 12.4% ?
Germain Ifedi 64.7 65.6 16.5% 2.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


166. EDGE Yannick Ngakoue, Chicago Bears

Top free agent comparison: Bud Dupree, 2023
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Yannick Ngakoue 50.8 55.1 6.0% 37.3 ?
Bud Dupree 57.3 59.1 7.3% 56.0 1.3%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


167. LB Zach Cunningham, Philadelphia Eagles

Top free agent comparison: Denzel Perryman, 2023
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Zach Cunningham 64.9 70.9 7.5% 9.5% ?
Denzel Perryman 78.5 63.4 2.8% 11.1% 1.1%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


168. CB Ahkello Witherspoon, Los Angeles Rams

Analysis coming soon!


169. EDGE Clelin Ferrell, San Francisco 49ers

Top free agent comparison: Tyquan Lewis, 2022
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Clelin Ferrell 59.8 61.6 9.4% 51.3 ?
Tyquan Lewis 62.5 64.7 10.2% 65.4 1.2%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


170. T Andrus Peat, New Orleans Saints

Top free agent comparison: Andre Smith, 2016
Player Pass-block grade True pass set pass-block grade Negative run-block grade percentage APY as % of Cap at signing
Andrus Peat 49.0 37.7 12.7% ?
Andre Smith 64.6 53.8 12.8% 1.9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


171. WR Cedrick Wilson Jr., Miami Dolphins

Top free agent comparison: Seth Roberts, 2019
Player Receiving grade Yards per route run Average depth of target Yards after catch per reception APY as % of Cap at signing
Cedrick Wilson 66.4 1.07 11.4 3.3 ?
Seth Roberts 57.4 1.11 9.4 3.8 1%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


172. EDGE Romeo Okwara, Detroit Lions

Top free agent comparison: Efe Obada, 2023
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Romeo Okwara 60.6 64.0 8.6% 61.4 ?
Efe Obada 63.5 63.0 9.1% 47.9 0.9%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


173. DI Adam Butler, Las Vegas Raiders

Top free agent comparison: Hassan Ridgeway, 2023
Player Pass-rush grade True pass set pass-rush grade Pass-rush win rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Adam Butler 70.2 72.6 9.2% 39.4 ?
Hassan Ridgeway 65.0 66.5 7.5% 33.9 1.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


174. QB Tyler Huntley, Baltimore Ravens

Top free agent comparison: N/A
Player Clean pocket grade 1st- & 2nd-down grade Standard dropback grade Sack rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Tyler Huntley 59.2 53.7 60.8 6.0% ?
N/A

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


175. CB Ronald Darby, Baltimore Ravens

Top free agent comparison: Rashaan Melvin, 2019
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Ronald Darby 74.5 66.5 13.8% 62.1 ?
Rashaan Melvin 67.3 67.0 12.2% 64.3 1.1%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


176. S Jayron Kearse, Dallas Cowboys

Top free agent comparison: N/A
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Jayron Kearse 45.3 53.9 6.1% 66.2 ?
N/A

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


177. S Brandon Jones, Miami Dolphins

Top free agent comparison: Clayton Geathers, 2019
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Run-defense grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Brandon Jones 61.4 71.6 7.0% 71.8 ?
Clayton Geathers 64.9 70.7 6.0% 71.9 1.4%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


178. CB Dane Jackson, Buffalo Bills

Top free agent comparison: Davon House, 2017
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Dane Jackson 61.4 66.8 14.5% 49.9 ?
Davon House 60.1 66.3 15.6% 52.6 1.7%

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


179. CB Jourdan Lewis, Dallas Cowboys

Top free agent comparison: N/A
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Jourdan Lewis 48.9 53.2 3.9% 42.1 ?
N/A

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


180. LB Sione Takitaki, Cleveland Browns

Top free agent comparison: N/A
Player Run-defense grade Coverage grade in the box Forced incompletion rate Run-stop rate APY as % of Cap at signing
Sione Takitaki 68.2 65.0 5.1% 5.7% ?
N/A

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


181. CB Kristian Fulton, Tennessee Titans

Top free agent comparison: N/A
Player Coverage grade w/ no pressure Cov. grade on throws in ≤ 3s Forced incompletion rate Single coverage grade APY as % of Cap at signing
Kristian Fulton 55.2 66.7 6.4% 28.3 ?
N/A

*All data in tables reflects two years prior to UFA contract signing

Contract projection: Available in PFF's free agency rankings


182. CB Amik Robertson, Las Vegas Raiders

Analysis coming soon!


183. WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Kansas City Chiefs

Analysis coming soon!


184. DI Poona Ford, Buffalo Bills

Analysis coming soon!


185. LB Anthony Walker Jr., Cleveland Browns

Analysis coming soon!


186. CB Jeff Okudah, Atlanta Falcons

Analysis coming soon!


187. LB Shaquille Leonard, Philadelphia Eagles

Analysis coming soon!


188. S Taylor Rapp, Buffalo Bills

Analysis coming soon!


189. DI Justin Jones, Chicago Bears

Analysis coming soon!


190. WR Braxton Berrios, Miami Dolphins

Analysis coming soon!


191. DI Solomon Thomas, New York Jets

Analysis coming soon!


192. S Jalen Mills, New England Patriots

Analysis coming soon!


193. LB Denzel Perryman, Houston Texans

Analysis coming soon!


194. CB Rock Ya-Sin, Baltimore Ravens

Analysis coming soon!


195. WR Donovan Peoples-Jones, Detroit Lions

Analysis coming soon!


196. WR Mack Hollins, Atlanta Falcons

Analysis coming soon!


197. T Yosh Nijman, Green Bay Packers

Analysis coming soon!


198. RB D'Onta Foreman, Chicago Bears

Analysis coming soon!


199. EDGE Jerry Hughes, Houston Texans

Analysis coming soon!


200. RB Antonio Gibson, Washington Commanders

Analysis coming soon!


201. EDGE Markus Golden, Pittsburgh Steelers

Analysis coming soon!


202. QB Josh Dobbs, Minnesota Vikings

Analysis coming soon!


203. LB Isaiah Simmons, New York Giants

Analysis coming soon!


204. CB Michael Davis, Los Angeles Chargers

Analysis coming soon!


205. DI Taven Bryan, Indianapolis Colts

Analysis coming soon!


206. EDGE Rasheem Green, Chicago Bears

Analysis coming soon!


207. EDGE Charles Harris, Detroit Lions

Analysis coming soon!


208. QB Mason Rudolph, Pittsburgh Steelers

Analysis coming soon!


209. S Kevin Byard, Philadelphia Eagles

Analysis coming soon!


210. S Eddie Jackson, Chicago Bears

Analysis coming soon!


METHODOLOGY

Using PFF's extensive database of both player performance and contract information, we aim to provide important context for every 2024 NFL free agent's situation this offseason.

That includes comprehensive position market data spanning the past decade and research to identify stable PFF performance metrics that do the best job of predicting a player’s future performance based on past results. From that data, we will identify one or multiple comparison players from the 2013-2023 unrestricted free agent classes that may inform how an upcoming free agent’s market may shape up. These comparisons may not be perfect from a style of play standpoint, akin to a comparable player for a draft guide, but we will discuss these differences in the accompanying write-ups where necessary.

We will filter by other factors such as age, height, weight, alignment on the field/how the players are generally deployed and injury history, among others. There are always other variables at play that may influence where a contract ultimately ends up, but we will be sure to do our best to highlight these instances and how they have altered our projections.

Finally, we will then focus more of our written work on a player’s film — traits, strengths, weaknesses, etc. — as well as potential scheme fits and landing spots. Our goal is to provide the most complete picture for each player, closer to a pro scouting report than ever before, with the best data in football putting us over the edge.

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