The NFL has seen a reign of free agents as players make their moves during the offseason. Fans have been speculating why Aaron Rodgers’ last remaining free agent friend, Marcedes Lewis, is still without an NFL roster spot. After Rodgers himself joined the New York Jets, along with several former Green Bay players, many wondered why Lewis wasn’t on that train.

It raises the question: why has he yet to secure a spot on a team? This offseason is all set to bring surprises and unexpected outcomes, leaving fans eager to uncover the reasons behind a certain player’s movements and decisions.

The legacy of the All-American honors GB tight end

Marcedes Lewis has had an impressive 17-year career in the NFL, establishing himself as a reliable and versatile tight end. Known for his blocking prowess and ability to make clutch catches, Lewis has been a valuable asset to any team he has played for. His longevity in the league is a testament to his skill and work ethic. Although he has already spent almost two decades playing professional football, he desires to continue.

Marcedes Lewis and Aaron Rodgers have developed a close relationship both on and off the field. As teammates in Green Bay, they have built a strong connection through their shared experiences and common goals. Lewis has spoken highly of Rodgers, acknowledging his exceptional talent and leadership qualities. 

As one of Aaron Rodgers’ last remaining free agent friends, Lewis’s contributions on and off the field have earned him respect from his teammates. In the words of his former Jaguars teammate, Calais Campbell, “My man Marcedes Lewis always shows up big! The guy is a beast.”

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He is the ultimate professional, a leader in the locker room, and brings unmatched physicality and toughness. Lewis’s dedication and impact have left a lasting impression, making him a sought-after player despite his current free-agency status. Though, the speculations went into a whirlwind after a recent tweet by Andy Herman. 

Still a free agent? It’s “absurd”

A journalist and football player, Andy Herman and Marcedes Lewis have developed a professional relationship that extends beyond the field. They share a mutual respect for each other’s work and a common interest in football, with Herman gaining insightful knowledge about Lewis’s career. Recently, he tweeted, “The fact that Marcedes Lewis is still a free agent is absurd. Just about every team should want him in their locker room as a leader and as one of the best blockers in football. Seems crazy he’s not been picked up yet,” which leads to some pretty interesting fan theories. The tweet currently has more than 60k views.

One fan wrote, “One can only imagine that he’s gotten offers but is considering his options. It would be totally understandable if he is ready to retire. He might also be looking at life after football and if he wants to do the coaching thing or not. He’d be great at it.”

On this, NFL analyst Will Parkinson wrote, “Kinda figured he’d be a Jet already, but they have so many TEs, so maybe not.”

Another fan jumped on, saying, “The fact GB hasn’t offered him a deal to come mentor our young TEs is insane. Or maybe they have, and he said no, idk. But it seems strange he isn’t in GB right now.”

While someone chimed in, saying, “They’re awaiting his retirement announcement so they can hire him as a coach. This way, they don’t lose a roster spot.”

Though these are some interesting takes on Lewis’s free-agent status, confirmation from the legend himself is still much awaited!

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