NFL free agency is here! Since the Super Bowl ended, everyone’s been waiting for this day. Technically, free agency doesn’t begin until Wednesday, March 11th, when deals and trades can officially be processed, but at 12pm ET on Monday, the legal tampering period begins.

During the legal tampering period, teams can agree on contract terms with players. Nothing will be official until Wednesday, but there is a very, very good chance that if a deal is announced on Monday or Tuesday, they will be finalized on Wednesday.

When free agency begins, I will be grading every single deal that is announced and giving my thoughts on the signing. This article will be updated throughout the week, so make sure you keep tuning back in for the latest news and grades.

And if you want more news and notes from NFL free agency and the NFL Draft, check out the newest episode of the DraftCast with Tony Pualine.

Most Recent Updates

• S Kevin Byard signs one-year deal with New England.
• QB Daniel Jones gets two-year deal with the Colts.
• DE Trey Hendrickson inks four-year deal with Baltimore.
• DE K’Lavon Chaisson signs one-year deal with Commanders.
• DE Cam Hayward re-signs with Steelers.
• IOL Luke Fortner agrees to one-year deal with the Panthers
• DL Logan Hall inks two-year deal with the Texans.
• CB Rock Ya-Sin re-signs with Lions
• CB Tariq Woolen signs one-year deal with Philadelphia
• LB Kaden Elliss signs three-year deal with the Saints.

Now, let’s get into the grades for every signing.

Arizona Cardinals

RB Tyler Allgeier

Contract Details: 2 years, $12.25 million

Grade: C+

I really like Tyler Allgeier as a payer, but I’m a bit confused by this deal. They have Trey Benson and just brought back James Connor, so why are they signing Allgeier? I guess they’re concerned about Benson and Connor’s injury history, but still, seems expensive for a guy who is going to be in a three-headed backfield. This grade is nothing against the player. Just the situation.

OG Isaac Seumalo

Contract Details: 3 years, $31.5 million

Grade: B+

The Cardinals have needs all over their OL, and Isaac Seumalo is a savy veteran who can give them stability at guard. He is older at 32 years old, but linemen can hang around until their mid to late 30s and still be good. I like this addition for Arizona.

WR Kendrick Bourne

Contract Details: 2 years, $11.5 million

Grade: B-

Kendrick Bourne is a really good WR3 option, but is he not just another Michael Wilson/Marvin Harrison Jr.? They’re all 6-foot-1 or taller and non of them really play in the slot. Again, I like him, especially at that price point, but it feels like they added another one of the same guy.

DT Roy Lopez

Contract Details: 2 years, $11.5 million

Grade: C+

Roy Lopez is a solid rotational defensive tackle that can get after the passer and stuff the run. He won’t be a game changer, but for his price, it’s a decent pickup.

QB Gardner Minshew

Contract Details: 1 year, $8.25 million

Grade: C

The Cardinals missed out on Malik Willis, so they pivoted and signed Gardner Minshew as the presumed backup to Jacoby Brissett. I think $8 million is a lot to invest in a backup, so I don’t love this signing.

Atlanta Falcons

QB Tua Tagovailoa

Contract Details: 1 year minimum contract

Grade: B

Tua Tagovailoa’s best days are behind him, but the Falcons aren’t bringing him in to be the starter, at least not for the full year. With question marks around Michael Penix’s health at the start of next season, the Falcons are bringing Tua in as an insurance policy.

TE Austin Hooper

Contract Details: 1 year, $3.25 million

Grade: B

Austin Hooper’s career began in Atlanta, but he hasn’t been with the Falcons since 2019. Well, now he’s back on a one-year deal to play alongside Kyle Pitts. For $3.25 million, this is a really good signing. He’s an efficient receiver and blocker, and as a TE2, he should thrive.

P Jake Bailey

Contract Details: 3 years, $9 million

Grade: B+

There have been a lot of punter deals early in free agency, and while they aren’t the sexiest signings, they’re important. The Falcons land one of the better legs in the league on a fair deal.

K Nick Folk

Contract Details: 2 years (amount TBA)

Grade: A

The Falcons have needed a new kicker ever since Younghoe Koo started falling off, and now they get one with Nick Folk, who has been above 95 percent over the past three seasons. Great signing for the Falcons, who have made two key special teams additions.

WR Jahan Dotson

Contract Details: 2 years, $15 million

Grade: B-

Jahan Dotson revived his career in Philadelphia last season, but he still didn’t break the 300-yard mark. I think he’s a high upside signing, but $7.5 per year is rich.

Baltimore Ravens

OL John Simpson

Contract Details: 3 years, $30 million

Grade: B

John Simpson formerly played in Baltimore in 2023, and now he’s heading back. The former Jet didn’t have a great 2025 season, but he’s been a solid guard throughout his career. The Ravens fill a need on the interior for a pretty low price tag.

DE Trey Hendrickson

Contract Details: 4 years, $112 million

Grade: B+

The Ravens really needed pass rush help, and they got it in Trey Hendrickson. They pulled a slimy move to get it done, but all that matters is they did. He’s 31, so I don’t love the four-year deal, but he wanted something long-term and he’ll certainly be an upgrade.

Buffalo Bills

IOL Connor McGovern

Contract Details: 4 years, $52 million

Grade: A

Before free agency got started, the Buffalo Bills re-signed center Conor McGovern to a four-year deal worth $13 million per year. McGovern has been a key piece of their offensive line for the past few seasons, and I thought he was going to get an even bigger deal than this is free agency. The Bills get a really good center for below market-value.

Carolina Panthers

DE Jaelan Phillips

Contract Details: 4 years, $120 million

Grade: B+

The Panthers made their first free agency splash by signing Jaelan Phillips, one of the best young pass rushers in the league, to a four-year deal worth $120 million. At $30 million per year, he will be the 8th-highest-paid edge rusher in the league. Steep price right now, but in a year or two it’ll be a bargain.

LB Devin Lloyd

Contract Details: 3 years, $45 million

Grade: A+

The Panthers have taken two big swings in free agency, landing the top defensive end and linebacker available. I think they overpaid for Phillips, but they got Devin Lloyd on a great deal. I thought he’d end up at $18-20 million a year, so getting him for $15 million is a big steal.

IOL Luke Fortner

Contract Details: 1 year, $4.75 million

Grade: B+

Luke Fortner revived his career in New Orleans last season, and now he’s going to get an opportunity to start in Carolina. There’s some risk that he may end up playing how he did in Jacksonville, but if the Panthers get the same player the Saints got last year for just $4.75 million, it’ll be a great signing.

Chicago Bears

LB D’Marco Jackson

Contract Details: 2 years, $7.5 million

Grade: A-

D’Marco Jackson is coming off a breakout season with the Bears, but he missed some time with injuries. When he was on the field, he was great, and the Bears re-sign him before some of the other top linebackers reset the market in free agency. They’re betting on upside, but they’re not breaking the bank to do so.

S Coby Bryant

Contract Details: 3 years, $40 million

Grade: A+

The Bears really needed to improve their secondary this offseason, and they swung big with Coby Bryant, who is coming off a career year and Super Bowl victory with the Seahawks. Bryant will step in and be one of the best players in their secondary right away. Game changer for Dennis Allen.

LB Devin Bush

Contract Details: 3 years, $30 million

Grade: A-

Devin Bush had a breakout season in 2025 with the Browns, and now he gets his payday, earning a $30 million deal from the Bears. There’s some risk, because his career was pretty disappointing until last year, but the Bears needed to find someone to replace Tremaine Edmunds, and bush can do just that. If they get 2025 Bush, this deal will look like a steal.

OT Braxton Jones

Contract Details: 1 year, $10 million

Grade: A-

Braxton Jones has been in a work in progress for some time, but I thought he played pretty well last year, giving up just two sacks. I like that the Bears aren’t giving up on him and are bringing him back on a prove it deal, because I think he can prove he should be their franchise LT.

WR Kalif Raymond

Contract Details: 1 year, $5.1 million

Grade: B

Kalif Raymond is a solid wide receiver, who should it well into this offense, but he also brings an explosive return game to Chicago. He’s had one punt return touchdown in each of the last two seasons and has well over 3,000 return yards in his career. Should be a solid signing for Chicago.

DT Neville Gallimore

Contract Details: 2 years, $12 million

Grade: C

Neville Gallimore has been a solid depth piece at defensive tackle for his entire career, but he doesn’t do anything special. Still, Chicago needs help at DT, so this signing certainly won’t hurt.

QB Case Keenum

Contract Details: 2 years, $5.5 million

Grade: B+

Case Keenum is a capable backup quarterback that hopefully won’t have to play a whole lot. We just saw Marcus Mariota go for $7 million, so to get Kennum for less than $3 million a year is a pretty good deal.

Cincinnati Bengals

S Bryan Cook

Contract Details: 3 years, $40.25 million

Grade: A

Bryan Cook was one of the best safeties available alongside Coby Bryant, and the Bengals signed him for virtually the same amount of money. He’s coming off a career year in Kansas City, and the Bengals really needed secondary help. Great first move for the Bengals.

DE Boye Mafe

Contract Details: 3 years, $60 million

Grade: B-

I like Boye Mafe, but $20 million a season is a lot to pay for a guy who had two sacks last year. He has posted nine sacks before back in 2023, but he’s only had eight in the two years since then. Cincinnati needs help at DE, so it makes sense, but it would feel a lot better at $15 million.

Cleveland Browns

OG Zion Johnson

Contract Details: 3 years, $32.4 million

Grade: B

Zion Johnson has struggled early in his career, but he’s improved pretty much every year while in Los Angeles, and now he gets a $10+ million per year to sign with the Browns. Cleveland needs to revamp their entire offensive line, so bringing in someone young like Johnson makes sense. They just need to keep developing him, because they’re betting on his potential.

IOL Elgton Jenkins

Contract Details: 2 years, $24 million

Grade: A

Any time you can add a two-time Pro Bowler at center for $12 million a year, you have to do it. Especially when you’re rebuilding your entire offensive line from scratch. Great pickup for Cleveland as their overhaul continues.

Dallas Cowboys

DE Rashan Gary

Trade Details: 2027 4th-round pick for Rashan Gary

Grade: C-

I like Rashan Gary as a player, but the Packers were ready to release him, and the Cowboys gave up a 4th-round pick for him? That seems pretty steep for someone who was going to hit the open market after being released. Plus, his production down the stretch left a lot to be desired. This feels like an overpay, but he does fill a massive need.

S Jalen Thompson

Contract Details: 3 years, $33 million

Grade: A

Jalen Thompson is one of the best safeties in this free agent class, and he fills a massive need for the Cowboys. He’s been overshadowed by Budda Baker his entire career, but I think he could end up being better than Cook and Bryant, who signed for $7 million more. Great signing for the Cowboys.

S PJ Locke

Contract Details: 1 year, $5 million

Grade: C

PJ Locke recorded a career-high 74 tackles in 2024, but was hardly on the field in 2025, where he finished the year with 16 tackles and three PBUs in 15 games. Now, he comes to Dallas on a one-year prove it deal. He’ll provide some much-needed depth at the safety position, but they need to swing bigger.

Denver Broncos

LB Alex Singleton

Contract Details: 2 years, $15.5 million

Grade: A

The Broncos are on the board! They bring back LB Alex Singleton on a two-year deal worth just over $7 million per season. He’s been a leader of this defense for the past four years, and now comes back on a team-friendly deal.

RB J.K. Dobbins

Contract Details: 2 years, $20 million

Grade: C

I like J.K. Dobbins and I’m happy he got paid, but the Broncos are now paying $10 million a season to a player that hasn’t played a full season in his entire career and just missed seven games in 2025. This grade is not representative of the player, because when he’s healthy he’s really good, he’s just never healthy.

Detroit Lions

IOL Cade Mays

Contract Details: 3 years, $25 million

Grade: A

The Detroit Lions need a lot of offensive line help, and they got a really good interior player in Cade Mays. I was surprised to see him land at a little over $8 million per year. I thought he’d be closer to $10 million, so this is a great bargain.

OT Larry Borom

Contract Details: TBA

Grade: B+

The Lions obviously made OL help a priority in the early part of free agency, signing Larry Borom after signing Mays earlier in the day. Borom is 27 years old and coming off a year where he gave up two sacks and 15 pressures in four games. With Taylor Decker leaving, tackle was a big need.

RB Isiah Pacheco

Contract Details: TBA

Grade: B

Isiah Pacheco is exactly the kind of running back Detroit needed after trading David Montgomery. He’s a downhill, physical runner that is the perfect compliment to Jahmyr Gibbs. I need to see the full contract details before giving a real grade, but on paper, this makes a lot of sense.

CB Rock Ya-Sin

Contract Details: 1 year, $4 million

Grade: B-

Rock Ya-Sin is a solid depth piece at corner, which is exactly what Detroit needs. I would’ve liked to see them go out and get on of the top of the market cornerbacks, but if they can keep retaining or adding solid depth pieces, that’ll help too after last year’s season was ruined by injuries at the position.

Green Bay Packers

CB Benjamin St. Juste

Contract Details: 2 years, $10 million

Grade: A

Benjamin St. Juste was one of my favorite bargain free agents this year. He’s 6-foot-3 and allowed a 50 percent completion rate and one touchdown in 2025. He’s not a Pro Bowler, but for $5 million per season, you can’t ask for much better.

Houston Texans

IOL Ed Ingram

Contract Details: 3 years, $37.5 million

Grade: B

The Texans drafted Ed Ingram in the second round four years ago, and he’s gotten better every single year. In 2025, he gave up a career-low four sacks while posting a career-high 75.6 run blocking grade. Houston brings back a young, talented offensive lineman on a reasonable deal for the foreseeable future.

S Reed Blankenship

Contract Details: 3 years, $24.75 million

Grade: A-

Reed Blankenship is a solid safety, but he really did not play well in coverage last season. He’s still 27 years old, so there’s room to fix that, but it is a bit of a concern. Still, for almost half the price of Coby Bryant and Bryan Cook, this is a great bargain for Houston. Surprised Philly didn’t match.

DT Sheldon Rankins

Contract Details: 2 years, $12 million guaranteed

Grade: B

Sheldon Rankins was a key piece of Houston’s defense last season, playing 623 snaps and recording 38 pressures, 30 hurries, 23 run stops and three sacks. He’s 31 years old, but 2025 was one of the best seasons of his career. I’ll be interested to see the full contract details when they come out, so this grade is subject to change.

DE Dominique Robinson

Contract Details: 1 year, $4 million

Grade: C

Dominique Robinson hasn’t had a ton of success at the NFL level, never recording more than 15 pressures in a single season, but the Bears need bodies up front, and he didn’t cost a whole lot of money. This move doesn’t really move me anyway, so it gets an average grade.

OT Braden Smith

Contract Details: 2 years, $25 million

Grade: A

I think Braden Smith is the best tackle in this free agent class, but he hasn’t been able to stay on the field, missing games in each of his last three seasons. He’s a bit of a risk, but if he stays healthy, C.J. Stroud has a very good tackle blocking for him for pretty cheap.

DL Logan Hall

Contract Details: 2 years, $7 million

Grade: B

This free agent DT class was very thin, but the Texans got a decent one in Logan Hall. He’s been a rotational player throughout his career and is a bit undersized, but he can be a valuable depth pice.

Indianapolis Colts

WR Alec Pierce

Contract Details: 4 years, $114 million

Grade: A-

The Indianapolis Colts wanted to keep Alec Pierce in the building, and they succeeded, signing him to a four-year deal worth $29 million per season. Some people will say this is an overpay, but I think he’s incredibly talented, and Shane Steichen was finally able to get the most out of him in 2025.

QB Daniel Jones

Contract: 2 years, $88 million

Grade: C

Giving a quarterback coming off a torn Achilles a big contract is…not great (look at Kirk Cousins), especially because Daniel Jones’ career thus far hasn’t been particularly awesome. Yes, he played well last year, but an Achilles injury is a big deal, and I doubt he’ll be at that same level in 2026 with less weapons than he had in 2025. I’m glad it’s only two years, but $44 million a year with incentives that could make it $50 million is a bigggggg number to pay.

DE Arden Key

Contract Details: 2 years, $20 million

Grade: B-

Arden Key’s numbers dropped off last season after two really good years with the Titans, so there’s some risk here. If the Colts get 2023-2024 Arden Key, this contract will be well worth it. If they get 2025 Arden Key, it may be a bit expensive. We’ll see what he can do with a new team.

Jacksonville Jaguars

CB Montaric Brown

Contract Details: 3 years, $33 million

Grade: B+

Montaric Brown had a breakout season in 2025 for Jacksonville and was set to hit the open market, but just hours before free agency started, the Jags re-signed him to a three-year, $33 million deal. This was right around the price point I expected him to land at, so I think it was a solid signing for the Jags.

Kansas City Chiefs

TE Travis Kelce

Contract Details: 1 year, $12 million

Grade: A

Travis Kelce is not retiring, and is set to return to Kansas City in 2025. This was a no-brainer for both sides. If he was coming back, it was always going to be with the Chiefs. We’re still waiting on contract details, but whatever they paid him, it’s worth it.

RB Kenneth Walker

Contract Details: 3 years, $45 million

Grade: A+

This is the perfect landing spot for Kenneth Walker. The Super Bowl MVP goes from Super Bowl champion to Super Bowl contender, but unlike in Seattle, he can be the uncontested RB1. The Chiefs needed a running back, and they weren’t afraid to spend big one one.

DT Khyiris Tonga

Contract Details:3 years, $21 million

Grade: B-

Khyiris Tonga isn’t a great pass rusher, but he’s a solid run defender and can even switch over to offense and play fullback. This is a fun addition for Kansas City, and it will be fascinating to see how they use him. I do think this is a bit expensive for him, but if they can use him in different ways, it could pay off.

S Alohi Gilman

Contract Details: 3 years, $24.5 million

Grade: C+

The Chiefs have to try and replace Bryan Cook, but I’m not sure Alohi Gilman is the answer. He played a career-high 1,026 snaps in 2025, but gave up 403 yards and 2 touchdowns with no picks. He’s an alright player, but they need to address safety in the draft.

WR Tyquan Thornton

Contract Details: 2 years, $11 million

Grade: A

Getting Tyquan Thornton back was a priority for Kansas City this offseason, but to get him back for $5.5 million is a huge deal. The Chiefs don’t have a ton of cap after signing Kenneth Walker, so they get Thornton back on a team-friendly deal. I like this a lot for KC.

Las Vegas Raiders

C Tyler Linderbaum

Contract Details: 3 years, $81 million

Grade: A+

The Raiders are absolutely killing it so far. They re-signed and traded for two cornerbacks earlier, and now they land arguably the best player available in Tyler Linderbaum. He wanted $20+ million, and he got it with Vegas. He will immediately help Fernando Mendoza and Ashton Jeanty.

CB Taron Johnson

Trade Details: Late-round pick swap

Grade: A

Taron Johnson was set to be released by the Bills and enter free agency, but before that move was finalized, the Raiders called and offered a late-round pick swap for the talented corner. Johnson is experienced, and the Raiders had a massive need at corner, especially if Eric Stokes ends up leaving. Great move for Vegas that doesn’t cost them much.

CB Eric Stokes

Contract Details: 3 years, $30 million

Grade: A

Eric Stokes had a breakout season in 2025, so he was always going to be a priority for Las Vegas. I thought he would get closer to $15 million per year, so this was an absolute steal for the Raiders. They have a great CB duo with him and Johnson for years to come.

DE Kwity Paye

Contract Details: 3 years, $48 million

Grade: B

Kwity Paye’s production fell off a bit last season, where he recorded just four sacks off the heels of back-to-back eight-sack campaigns. He still put him 38 pressures and 29 hurries, but he wasn’t able to finish off plays. He will still be an improvement over what the Raiders have, but I don’t love the value at $16 million per year.

LB Nakobe Dean

Contract Details: 3 years, $36 million

Grade: A-

Nakobe Dean is an intriguing prospect. He’s one of the best blitzing linebackers in the game, but there’s still some work to do in coverage. He’s only 25 years old, though, so plenty of room for growth.

LB Quay Walker

Contract Details: 3 years, $40.5 million

Grade: B-

I’m not as high on Quay Walker as most people are, I think he’s a tad overrated, but for a team that needs a boatload of defensive help and has the cap space, it’s not a bad signing. Especially because he’s a different type of linebacker to Dean.

 WR Jalen Nailor

Contract Details: 3 years, $35 million

Grade: B

Jalen Nailor has been overshadowed by Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison throughout his career, but now he lands in Las Vegas, where he can really shine. Almost $12 million is a lot for what he’s produced, but if he can be a WR2 with the Raiders, that number will quickly look low.

Los Angeles Chargers

TE Charlie Kolar

Contract Details: 3 years, $24.3 million

Grade: B

Charlie Kolar isn’t a huge receiving threat, but he’s one of the best blocking tight ends in the NFL and will fit in perfectly with what the Chargers like to do.

OG Trevor Penning

Contract Details: 1 year, $4.5 million

Grade: C-

Trevor Penning has yet to live up to the hype he got coming out of college. He’s tried transitioning to guard, and that hasn’t really help. This feels like a desperation move after missing out on other top guards.

OG Cole Strange

Contract Details: 2 years, $13 million

Grade: C-

This is another desperation move from LAC. They missed out on all the top guards and now they may have to role out Cole Strange and Trevor Penning. If that happens, they better hope their two tackles don’t get hurt again, because it’ll be even uglier than last year.

Los Angeles Rams

CB Jaylen Watson

Contract Details: 3 years, $51 million

Grade: A

After trading for Trent McDuffie earlier this week, the Rams make another CB splash, signing Jaylen Watson, who was my top cornerback in this free agent class. Watson hasn’t allowed a touchdown in two seasons, and all of a sudden, CB is a strong point on this Rams’ roster.

Miami Dolphins

QB Malik Willis

Contract Details: 3 years, $67.5 million

Grade: B+

I’m not fully convinced Malik Willis is the savior for Miami, but there’s no denying he has a ton of upside. He played really well for Green Bay as a backup, and the Dolphins land him for about $22 million per year, much lower than some were projecting. A lot of reasons to be excited for Miami, but I want to see him play a full season.

TE Greg Dulcich

Contract Details: 1 year, $3.25 million

Grade: B+

Greg Dulcich had a really solid season in Miami, where he caught 26 passes for 335 yards and a touchdown in just 10 games. If he’s healthy all year, he’ll easily outperform this contract.

K Zane Gonzalez

Contract Details: 1 year (amount TBA)

Grade: B

After a very successful run with Jason Sanders, the Miami Dolphins are bringing in Zane Gonzalez to be their new kicker. His career has been a bit rocky at times, but he was 19-for-22 last season and 7-for-9 from 50+. Pretty solid signing.

Minnesota Vikings

LB Eric Wilson

Contract Details: 3 years, $22.5 million

Grade: B-

Eric Wilson returned to Minnesota last season for his second stint with the Vikings. He’s struggled in coverage throughout his career, but he’s been a solid run defender. Bringing him back as a rotational piece makes a lot of sense, given he’s familiar with Brian Flores’ scheme.

New England Patriots

DE Dre’Mont Jones

Contract Details: 3 years, $39.5 million

Grade: B+

With K’Lavon Chaisson likely leaving, the Patriots go out and sign Dre’Mont Jones to replace him. Jones has been a solid pass rusher throughout his career and set career-highs in pressures (51) and sacks (7) in 2025. For $39.5 million over three years, that’s not a bad deal.

FB Reggie Gilliam

Contract Details: 3 years, $12 million

Grade: B+

The fullback position is slowly fading, but if you have a good one, they can be very valuable. One of the reasons Buffalo’s run game has been so successful is because of Gilliam, so the Patriots not only add a valuable asset to their team, but they take one away from their rivals.

OG Alijah Vera-Tucker

Contract Details: 3 years, $42 million

Grade: B+

I really like Alijah Vera-Tucker. If he’s healthy, he’s a Pro Bowl-level player, but that’s a big if. He’s missed a lot of games, so the Patriots are taking a risk investing nearly $15 million a season into him.

WR Romeo Doubs

Contract Details: 4 years, “roughly” $70 million

Grade: A-

I like this move for New England, and I don’t think it’s an unreasonable contract. At around $17.5 million per year, he’s making roughly the same as Wan’Dale Robinson and Rashid Shaheed. They all have their different strengths, but Doubs is probably the best fit of those three for New England. They finally got Drake Maye a weapon!

S Kevin Byard

Contract Details: 1 year, $9 million

Grade: A

Kevin Byard isn’t the All-Pro player he used to be, but he can still be a really good safety. New England knew they needed some help on the backend (looks like Jaylinn Hawkins is definitely leaving), so the secure a veteran that will instantly improve their secondary.

New Orleans Saints

RB Travis Etienne

Contract Details: 4 years, $52 million

Grade: A

The Saints had one of the worst run games in the league last year, so they very obviously needed to upgrade at running back, and they got it with Travis Etienne, who is coming off one of the best years of his career. This opens the door for Alvin Kamara to potentially leave, and it could take them out of the Jeremiyah Love sweepstakes. But we’ll have to wait and see about that.

OG David Edwards

Contract Details: 4 years, $61 million

Grade: A+

The Saints really needed to get better at guard, and they went out and signed my top guard in this free agent class, David Edwards. The Saints needed to get this deal done, and they did, and it was for far less money than I thought.

LB Kaden Elliss

Contract Details: 3 years, $33 million

Grade: B+

The Saints missed on Devin Lloyd, so they pivoted to a familiar face and signed Kaden Elliss to a three-year deal. With Demario Davis leaving, the Saints needed to add a linebacker in FA, and Elliss has three-straight 100+ tackle seasons. Fills a need and they bring back a former player. Win for both sides.

TE Noah Fant

Contract Details: 2 years (amount TBA)

Grade: B

Noah Fant’s bounced around a few teams, but he’s consistently produced 400+ yard seasons and hasn’t dealt with any major injuries. Juwan Johnson is TE1 in New Orleans, but Fant gives them another option if they want to put two guys on the field. I like this signing a lot.

DT John Ridgeway

Contract Details: 2 years, $6.2 million

Grade: C

John Ridgeway come over to New Orleans in 2024, and hasn’t been much of a factor. However, for $3 million a year, he’s not a bad depth piece at DT.

P Ryan Wright

Contract Details: 4 years, $14 million

Grade: A-

The Saints have struggled on special teams for years now, and they finally invest in the position by signing Ryan Wright to a four-year deal worth $3.5 million per season. They really needed a new punter, and now they get one of the best.

New York Giants

TE Isaiah Likely

Contract Details: 3 year, $40 million

Grade: A-

The Giants needed to add help at tight end, and with John Harbaugh coming over from Baltimore, Isaiah Likely was always a potential target. He never had the chance to be the true TE1 in Baltimore, but now he’ll get that opportunity with the Giants.

P Jordan Stout

Contract Details: 3 years, $12.3 million

Grade: B

Jordan Stout is one of the best punters in the league, and he gets a record setting deal at over $4 million per year. It may seem like a lot, but if you can get a punter that can complete flip field position on its head, it’s worth it.

LB Tremaine Edmunds

Contract Details: 3 years, $36 million

Grade: A-

John Harbaugh needed a new Roquan Smith. Tremaine Edmunds isn’t quite the same level of player, but he’s a really good off-ball linebacker. Getting him for $13 million seems pretty reasonable, so this is a great pickup.

OT Jermaine Elumanor

Contract Details: 3 years, $39 million

Grade: B

Jermaine Elumanor is 31 years old and has been a solid pass blocker his entire career, but he’s struggled a bit in the run game. The Giants just made him the 14th-highest-paid OT in the league, which I think is a bit of an overpay, but if he keeps Jaxson Dart upright, who am I to judge? Not bad, but not great, in my opinion.

CB Greg Newsome II

Contract Details: 1 year (amount TBA)

Grade: B-

Greg Newsome II is young and played really well early in his career, but his last two seasons have been pretty underwhelming. The Giants are giving him a prove it deal, and he has upside, but they need him to get back to his 2021-2023 form.

New York Jets

S Minkah Fitzpatrick

Contract Details: 3 years, $40 million

Grade: B+

This wasn’t technically a free agent signing, since they traded for him, but the Jets extended Minkah Fitzpatrick’s contract, giving him $40 million over the next three years. All they had to do was give up a 7th-round pick to get one of the best safeties in the league. he will make an instant impact on Aaron Glenn’s defense.

DE Joseph Ossai

Contract Details: 3 years, $36 million

Grade: B-

Joseph Ossai has turned into a really solid edge rusher, recording 43 pressures and five sacks in 2025. With Jermaine Johnson leaving town, the Jets needed to find another pass rusher, and they got it in Ossai for a pretty fair price point.

DE Kingsley Enagbare

Contract Details: 1 year, $10 million

Grade: B-

Kingsley Enagbare had a solid 2025 season, but he’s never recorded more than 25 pressures and five sacks in a single season. The Jets need pass rushers, but this seems like a pretty expensive deal. They have money to pay, though, so it’s not too bad.

LB Demario Davis

Contract Details: 2 years, $22 million

Grade: A-

Demario Davis is one of the best linebackers in the league, and he lands with the Jets, where he began his career. The Jets paid a pretty steep price for the 37 year old, but they’ll get an excellent linebacker for two seasons to lead Aaron Glenn’s defense.

DT David Onyemata

Contract Details: 1 year, $10.5 million

Grade: B-

David Onyemata didn’t put up the lofty sack numbers he did in his late 20s, but he’s still a very good run defender who can put pressure on the quarterback. The Jets add another veteran who doesn’t have a ton left in the tank, but can be a leader this year.

S Dane Bleton

Contract Details: 1 year, $4 million

Grade: B+

The Jets have focused on signing veterans thus far, but Dane Belton will be a welcome influx of youth. He’s only 25 years old and is coming off his first 100+ tackle season, where he added three forced fumbles and one interception. If he can give you that same production for $4 million, that will be a steal. He’s betting on himself with a one-year deal, hoping he can do it again and earn a bigger contract next offseason.

QB Geno Smith

Trade Details: Geno Smith and 2026 7th-round pick for 2026 6th-round pick

Grade: D

I know it didn’t cost the Jets anything, but Geno Smith was one of the worst QBs in the league last year, and I don’t see him playing much better on the Jets. He’ll have better weapons, but this move just doesn’t make me feel any better about them.

CB Nahshon Wright

Contract Details: 1 year, $5.5 million

Grade: A

Nahshon Wright is a high-upside player. He’s 6-foot-4 and had five interceptions a year ago, but he got beat quite a bit. The Jets are taking a shot on him for one year, and hoping he can develop and become a more consistent player. $5.5 million isn’t a lot for someone like him, so I think this is a great move.

Philadelphia Eagles

CB Tariq Woolen

Contract Details: 1 year, $15 million

Grade: A

Corners like Tariq Woolen don’t come around often. He’s 6-foot-4 with 4.26 speed and after a disappointing 2024 season, he turned things around in 2025. I’m surprised no one gave him a multi-year deal worth ~$12 million per season, but the Eagles end up winning the bidding war for 2026. He’s an exciting prospect with a ton of upside, they just have to maximize it.

Pittsburgh Steelers

CB Asante Samuel Jr.

Contract Details: 1 year, $4 million

Grade: A

Asante Samuel Jr. is a very talented young player, but he underwent a very serious spinal fusion surgery in April of 2025, which caused him to miss most of last season. But when he was on the field, he played pretty well, picking off one pass in just 146 coverage snaps. Pittsburgh brings him back on a very cheap deal, that he could easily outperform. I love this signing for Pittsburgh.

WR Michael Pittman

Trade Details: Late-round pick swap

Grade: B-

The Steelers needed wide receiver help, and they got it by trading for Michael Pittman Jr. for a late-round pick swap. The Colts get some cap relief to help pay for Pierce’s deal, and the Steelers land another weapon alongside DK Metcalf. I like Pittman, but I don’t love his contract. Still a solid pickup.

CB Jamel Dean

Contract Details: 3 years, $36.75 million

Grade: A

Even though they brought Samuel back, the Steelers still needed to sign another corner, so they went out and signed Jamel Dean to a three-year, $36.75 million deal. He’s coming off the best season of his career where he allowed a sub-50 percent completion rate. Great signing for the Steelers.

RB Rico Dowdle

Contract Details: 2 years, $12.25 million

Grade: A+

The Steelers are absolutely killing it in free agency. I like Rico Dowdle as a player, so I am shocked he only got $6 million per year, which is less than half of what Travis Etienne and Kenneth Walker got. He’s not as good as those two, but he’s also much better than what he’s going to get paid. This is a great deal for Pittsburgh.

DE Cam Heyward

Contract Details: 1 year, $32.25 million

Grade: A-

Cam Heyward is still playing at a high level despite being 36 years old. He’s an excellent run stuffer, but he can also still get after the quarterback at a pretty high level. $32.25 million seems a bit high, but it’s only one year, and bringing someone like him back is almost always worth it.

San Francisco 49ers

WR Mike Evans

Contract Details: 3 years, $60.4 million

Grade: A

I love this for the 49ers. They needed a receiver and their Super Bowl window is open. They didn’t care about the age, they care about the quality of player they’re getting in the near future, and Mike Evans is one of the best in the business. I don’t care what it cost them, this is a great pickup.

OT Vederian Lowe

Contract Details: 2 years, $12 million

Grade: B+

With Trent Williams possibly leaving San Francisco, offensive tackle depth is more important than ever for the 49ers. So to bring in a really solid player for $6 million per season is a pretty good deal.

Seattle Seahawks

WR Rashid Shaheed

Contract Details: 3 years, $51 million

Grade: B+

I think Rashid Shaheed is a very good player, but I’m concerned about this deal. If the Seahawks actually use him as a receiver like the Saints did, it’ll be a great contract. But if they treat him as a third or fourth option again and primarily use him on special teams, this will be one hell of an overpay. Considering they’re shelling out $50 million, I hope it’s the former.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

TE Cade Otton

Contract Details: 3 years, $30 million

Grade: B

Cade Otton was one of the top tight ends available in a very thin TE free agent class, but the Buccaneers keep him off the market by bringing him back (details TBA). He’s a solid receiver with a connection with Baker Mayfield, but he’s also a really good blocker. This is great news for Tampa.

LB Alex Anzalone

Contract Details: 2 years, $17 million

Grade: B+

Alex Anzalone has been a really solid player throughout his career, and with Lavonte David potentially retiring, they needed to bring in another veteran linebacker. This signing makes a lot of sense for Todd Bowles.

RB Kenneth Gainwell

Contract Details: 2 years, $14 million

Grade: A-

Kenneth Gainwell was one of my favorite free agent running backs available this offseason. He proved last season that he is an elite pass catcher. Now, with Bucky Irving, the Buccaneers have to versatile running backs.

Tennessee Titans

WR Wan’Dale Robinson

Contract Details: 4 years, $78 million

Grade: A-

Wan’Dale Robinson has proven he’s one of the top slot receivers in the league, and he goes to Tennessee with a young, talented QB in Cam Ward. For $78 million, I love this deal for the Titans. Ward gets a 100+ catch, 1,000+ yard receiver to grow with.

TE Daniel Bellinger

Contract Details: 3 years, $24 million

Grade: D+

I know tight end is a need for Tennessee, but spending $8 million a year on Daniel Bellinger does not seem wise. He was a 200-yard receiver last year, and now he’s getting Dawson Knox-type money.

DT John Franklin-Meyers

Contract Details: 3 years, $63 million

Grade: A-

This year’s DT class is very thin, so landing the top one available in John Franklin-Meyers is a huge deal. Tennessee does have Jeffery Simmons up front, so now they have the best 1-2 punch in the league at the interior of their defensive line. Now they just need some edge rushers.

CB Cor’Dale Flott

Contract Details: 3 years, $45 million

Grade: C+

We’ve seen a couple former Giants follow Brian Daboll to Tennessee, and now Cor’Dale Flott does the same (even though he plays defense). Flott has improved every year in the league, but $15 million per season seems a bit steep to me. Could still be a good signing if he keeps improving.

CB Alontae Taylor

Contract Details: 3 years, $60 million

Grade: C+

I like this signing for the Titans, but man, $20 million for a guy who is primarily a slot corner is a lottttt of money. Especially because he’s had some ups and downs during his career. At his best, he can be worth that price tag, but he has to be consistent.

CB Joshua Williams

Contract Details: 2 years, amount TBA

Grade: B+

When Joshua Williams plays, he’s good, but the Chiefs essentially benched him last season for unknown reasons. I need to see how much he’s getting to give this a fair grade, but he could be one of the steals of FA if he gets back to playing well.

C Austin Schlottmann

Contract Details: 2 years, $9 million

Grade: C+

Austin Schlottmann isn’t a bad player, but he’s never been a full-time starter. With Lloyd Cushenberry hitting the market, it seems like the Titans are bringing him in to start. I’m skeptical, but he could be an average starter. We’ll see.

Washington Commanders

DE Odafe Oweh

Contract Details: 4 years, $100 million

Grade: A

I think Odafe Oweh is on par with, or even better than, Jaelan Phillips. It’s at least very, very close, so for Washington to get him for $20 million less than the Panthers got Phillips is great value. Washington needed a young pass rusher, and they got one.

DE K’Lavon Chaisson

Contract Details: 1 year, $12 million

Grade: B

The Commanders have now signed two young, great edge rushers, but I would’ve liked to see them secure K’Lavon Chaisson for more than one year. I know his career has been disappointing up until last year, where he recorded 10.5 sacks, so there’s some worry there, but in the right system, he proved he can be great. I think he and Oweh will be a great duo, but Washington is going to have to pay a lot more than $12 million to keep him around next offseason.

CB Amik Robertson

Contract Details: 2 years, $16 million

Grade: C

With Marshon Lattimore’s departure, the Commanders needed to get some help in the secondary. Amik Robertson is a solid player, but I don’t know that I’d rely on him to be a full-time starter. $8 million per year is a bit rich in my opinion, but they need the help, and he’s only 27.

QB Marcus Mariota

Contract Details: 1 year, $7 million

Grade: C+

Marcus Mariota was an alright backup last season when Jayden Daniels got hurt, and now the Commanders are giving him $7 million. I don’t think it’s a bad investment, but this team has a ton of other needs, and if Daniels get hurt, Mariota won’t win many games with this roster. Feels like they could’ve invested elsewhere and gotten a cheaper backup.