As the NFL’s free agency period kicks off on Monday with the legal tampering period, there are several high-profile quarterbacks who could be on the move. Kirk Cousins, who was the first quarterback to receive a fully-guaranteed contract from the Vikings, is set to become a free agent for the first time.
Meanwhile, Baker Mayfield is expected to stay with the Buccaneers, while Russell Wilson will be making another move. Joe Flacco is also looking for a new home in this year’s free agency market.
All-Pro defensive tackle Chris Jones leads a list of top available players, as quarterbacks like Cousins, Mayfield, Wilson, and even Justin Fields are poised to make big moves this offseason. It’s not just quarterbacks, though, as a number of quality players at various positions are available.
Eight players received the non-exclusive franchise tag, including Tee Higgins, Michael Pittman, Josh Allen, and Antoine Winfield. However, the Giants seem ready to move on from Saquon Barkley, indicating that running backs may be undervalued in terms of franchise tag numbers.
The NFL salary cap situation has created a player-friendly market for free agents this year. As teams navigate free agency and manage their salary cap restrictions, they will have tough decisions to make about which players to pursue. Stay tuned as the offseason unfolds and players find new homes in the ever-changing landscape of the NFL.
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