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2011 NFL Free Agents: Defensive Ends




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2011 NFL Free Agency: Star rating is out of five. Age listing as of Sept. 1, 2011.

  1. Tamba Hali, DE/OLB, Chiefs. Age: 27.
    Re-signed with Chiefs (5 years, $60 million; $35 million guaranteed)

    I'll never understand how Tamba Hali didn't make the Pro Bowl this year. A monstrous pass-rusher, he registered 14.5 sacks. Capable of playing in any defense, Hali is going to make a ton of money this offseason.

  2. Ray Edwards, DE, Vikings. Age: 26.
    Signed with Falcons (5 years, $30 million)

    Ray Edwards had a tremendous year, registering eight sacks and shutting down the run on his side. The question remains: How will he fare without the opposition keying in on Jared Allen and Kevin Williams?

  3. Mathias Kiwanuka, DE, Giants. Age: 28.
    Re-signed with Giants (multi-year)

    Mathias Kiwanuka looked like he was going to have a monstrous season, racking up four sacks in the first three weeks. Unfortunately, he landed on injured reserve with a season-ending neck injury.



  4. Shaun Ellis, DE/DT, Jets. Age: 34.
    Signed with Patriots

    Shaun Ellis terrorized Tom Brady in the divisional round of the playoffs. He had a great year, but the concern is his age (34 in June).

  5. Charles Johnson, DE, Panthers. Age: 25.
    Re-signed with Panthers (6 years, $76 million; $30 million guaranteed)

    One of the top young defensive free agents on the market, Charles Johnson became the fifth Panther ever to record double-digit sacks (12) in 2010. He was dominant from the left end position all year. Carolina cannot afford to let him go.

  6. Cliff Avril (RFA), DE, Lions. Age: 25.
    Re-signed with Lions (1 year, $2.6 million)

    Cliff Avril is a tremendous pass-rusher - 8.5 sacks in 13 games - but he's a liability against the run.

  7. Jason Babin, DE, Titans. Age: 31.
    Signed with Eagles (5 years, $28 million; $5-6 million guaranteed)

    Jason Babin recorded 12.5 sacks in 2010. However, his previous high was five sacks back in 2006. Is he just a one-hit wonder?



  8. Jamaal Anderson, DE/DT, Falcons. Age: 25.
    Signed with Colts (1 year)

    Jamaal Anderson can't get to the quarterback, but is an excellent run defender. I'm ranking him relatively high because I think he could be a really good 5-technique in the 3-4.

  9. Andre Carter, DE, Redskins. Age: 32.
    Signed with Patriots

    One of the many reasons the Redskins sucked this season was because they couldn't get any pressure on the quarterback. Why couldn't they do so? Andre Carter's conversion from 4-3 end to 3-4 rush linebacker failed. Carter, who had 11 sacks in 2009, will thrive elsewhere.

  10. Raheem Brock, DE, Seahawks. Age: 33.
    Re-signed with Seahawks

    Raheem Brock was arrested for a DUI in early November. After that, he went on a tirade, recording eight sacks in the team's final seven games. Where did that come from? I'm not sure, but Brock turns 33 in June, so it's unlikely that he'll be able to continue this level of play for long.

  11. Antwan Odom, DE, Bengals. Age: 29.
    Antwan Odom is a great pass-rusher, but he can't stay healthy. If a team can bring him in for a cheap contract, that could be a great move.

  12. Vernon Gholston, DE, Jets. Age: 25.
    Signed with Bears

    Vernon Gholston was a huge bust for the Jets as the No. 6 overall pick in the 2008 NFL Draft. I'm listing him at 2.5 stars, however, for three reasons. First, Gholston is only 25, and has a ton of upside and athleticism. Second, I'd like to see what Gholston can do in a traditional 4-3. And third, defensive ends usually take a while to transition to the NFL. Granted, Gholston has shown nothing, but there's a slim chance he could be a very late bloomer. He's worth the risk.

  13. Phillip Hunt, DE/OLB, CFL. Age: 23.
    Signed with Eagles

    Phillip Hunt led the CFL in sacks with 16 last year. The last CFL pass-rusher to come into the NFL was Cameron Wake, but as far as this signing goes, the Eagles should be happy with half of Wake's production from Hunt.

  14. Wallace Gilberry (RFA), DE, Chiefs. Age: 26.
    Re-signed with Chiefs (1 year, $1.9 million)

    Wallace Gilberry was great as a third-down pass-rusher, recording seven sacks in 2010. He's a poor fit for the 3-4, however, and could see much more action if he moves to a team running the 4-3.



  15. Derrick Harvey, DE, Jaguars. Age: 24.
    Signed with Broncos

    Derrick Harvey was the eighth pick in the 2008 NFL Draft. He's been a huge bust, but he's still really young, so perhaps he can develop into a solid pass-rusher with a better coaching staff.

  16. Dave Ball, DE, Titans. Age: 30.
    Signed with Titans

    A situational pass-rusher, Dave Ball had seven sacks this season.

  17. Travis LaBoy, DE/OLB, 49ers. Age: 30.
    Signed with Chargers (2 years)

    A situational pass-rusher, Travis LaBoy recorded five sacks in 13 full games this season.

  18. Jayme Mitchell, DE, Browns. Age: 27.
    Re-signed with Browns (2 years)

    The Browns traded a late-round pick for Jayme Mitchell, but never used him. Nice going, Holmgren. Mitchell is a talented player who could produce in a 4-3.

  19. Ray McDonald, DE, 49ers. Age: 26.
    Re-signed with 49ers (5 years, $20 million)

    Ray McDonald does a good job as San Francisco's third-down specialist on the defensive line. However, the 49ers will ideally find an every-down player to supplant the platoon of McDonald and Isaac Sopoaga.

  20. Marcus Benard (ERFA), DE/OLB, Browns. Age: 26.
    Marcus Benard is a pass-rushing specialist who had 7.5 sacks in 2010. He'll be tendered.

  21. Turk McBride, DE, Lions. Age: 26.
    Signed with Saints

    A decent rotational lineman for the Lions, Turk McBride recorded five sacks in 2010.

  22. Jacob Ford (RFA), DE, Titans. Age: 28. -- Re-signed with Titans (1 year)
  23. Brian Robison, DE, Vikings. Age: 28. -- Re-signed with Vikings (3 years, $14.1 million)
  24. Jason Taylor, DE/OLB, Jets. Age: 37. -- Signed with Dolphins
  25. Ugo Chinasa, DE/OLB, Oklahoma State. Age: 23. -- Signed with Panthers
  26. Pierre Allen, DE, Nebraska. Age: 23. -- Signed with Seahawks
  27. Steven Friday, DE/OLB, Virginia Tech. Age: N/A.
  28. Mark Anderson, DE, Texans. Age: 28. -- Signed with Patriots
  29. Stylez G. White, DE, Buccaneers. Age: 32.
  30. Tyler Brayton, DE, Panthers. Age: 31. -- Signed with Colts
  31. Dave Tollefson, DE, Giants. Age: 29. -- Re-signed with Giants
  32. Ryan Winterswyk, Boise State. Age: 24. -- Signed with Falcons
  33. C.J. Ah You (RFA), DE, Rams. Age: 29. -- Tendered by Rams
  34. Demetric Evans, DE, 49ers. Age: 32.
  35. Jarvis Moss, DE/OLB, Raiders. Age: 27. -- Re-signed with Raiders (1 year)
  36. Jeff Charleston, DE, Saints. Age: 28. -- Re-signed with Saints
  37. Keyunta Dawson, DE, Colts. Age: 25. -- Signed with Lions
  38. Tim Crowder, DE, Buccaneers. Age: 26. -- Re-signed with Buccaneers (2 years)
  39. Michael Bennett (RFA), DE, Buccaneers. Age: 25.
  40. Jimmy Wilkerson, DE, Saints. Age: 30. -- Signed with Seahawks
  41. Kenny Iwebema (RFA), DE, Cardinals. Age: 26.
  42. Jonathan Fanene, DE/DT, Bengals. Age: 29. -- Re-signed with Bengals (1 year)
  43. Jared DeVries, DE, Lions. Age: 35.
  44. Phillip Daniels, DE/DT, Redskins. Age: 38.
  45. Victor Abiamiri, DE, Eagles. Age: 25.
  46. Tim Bulman, DE, Texans. Age: 28.
  47. Copeland Bryan, DE, Lions. Age: 28.




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danny 01-21-2012 01:01 pm xxx.xxx.xxx6.76 (total posts: 1)
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Avril is not a liability in run support any more. Has also shown an ability to drop and cover well, and could thrive at OLB in the 3-4.
Seem Unlikely 01-20-2012 05:24 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.216 (total posts: 1)
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I can't see the Texans lettting Mario Williams walk. Yes Barwin and Reed are nice, but they aren't Mario Williams. Besides you need good backups to keep the pressure on the QB when your starters go out.
Jeff Prange 01-20-2012 04:30 pm xxx.xxx.xxx9.55 (total posts: 1)
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I disagree with Mario Williams not being resigned...You dont think Wade Phillips will want to keep this big boy on the team, after getting a glimpse of what he could do , I know they have other rush spots filled (barwin and reed), but wouldnt the rotation of the 3 be worth bringing this key piece back? I just dont see this guy leaving...He was the number one pick over reggie bush and vince young...whoever made that pick still cashes in ego points off this guy for that decision to avoid the other two big names and go with this monster.
Adam 08-04-2011 08:02 am xxx.xxx.xxx47.5 (total posts: 1)
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Kiwanuka is getting paid $3.25 million over 2 years.

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Logan 07-29-2011 03:40 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.125 (total posts: 1)
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Ty warren has been released where does he rank?
Anthony 07-29-2011 01:38 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.198 (total posts: 1)
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I think the seattle seahawks should sign better free agents.
BOB van Buren 07-04-2011 02:53 pm xxx.xxx.xxx5.91 (total posts: 1)
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I would like to have sex with megan fox and I would boner her too.
Tom 02-16-2011 02:54 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.209 (total posts: 1)
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agree with XXX and Tamba was franchised today
XXX 02-15-2011 07:37 pm xxx.xxx.xxx.239 (total posts: 1)
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I fail to see how Tamba Hali will make "a ton of money" when he's inevitably franchised by the Chiefs.
Ian 02-14-2011 10:11 am xxx.xxx.xxx1.76 (total posts: 1)
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Turk McBride is only 25.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=10498
Avery 02-01-2011 02:00 am xxx.xxx.xxx.140 (total posts: 1)
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actually, tamba hali made the pro bowl, but declined the invite for personal reasons.
Walter 02-01-2011 01:27 am xxx.xxx.xxx9.63 (total posts: 1)
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