NFL Free Agent Signing Grades – Latest Signing Grades for 2026 NFL Free Agency

Kenneth Walker

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I’ll list the good and bad moves made during the trade deadline and in free agency on this page.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 10 Updates



Eagles Eagles sign CB Tariq Woolen (1 year, $15 million): A Grade


Lots of these 1-year “prove it” deals have made sense so far, but this one does not. I’m shocked that Tariq Woolen couldn’t get a longer contract. Granted, he didn’t have his best year in 2025, but he was still an effective No. 2 cornerback for Seattle.

Either way, the Eagles made out extremely well with this signing. Woolen is a talented cornerback who will serve as a needed upgrade across from Quinyon Mitchell. He comes with diminished risk as well because he was signed for just one year.

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Saints Saints sign OLB Kaden Elliss (3 years, $33 million): B Grade


Kaden Elliss began his career in New Orleans. He spent three years there, then moved to Atlanta, where he also played three years. Now, Elliss is returning to his original team once more to aid a defense that lost its top linebacker to free agency.

Elliss does everything. He’s strong in run support, he can play well in coverage, and he can also generate pressure on the quarterback. He’s a very valuable defensive piece because of his versatility. The one downside with him is that he’s now 31, but players like Elliss tend to stay on the field longer because they can continue to do some things well. Still, this is a considerable sum of money for a 31-year-old, so this signing definitely carries risk.

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Browns Browns sign OL Elgton Jenkins (2 years, $24 million): C- Grade


The Cleveland Browns should rename themselves the Cleveland Raccoons because they’re always collecting other teams’ trash. The Packers thoughtlessly cut Elgton Jenkins yesterday, yet the Browns snatched him up quickly with a big contract, as if they thought this juicy banana peel looked extremely appetizing.

The good thing about Jenkins is that he can play every position on the offensive line. However, his play has regressed lately, which is why the Packers cut him. He could rebound, but there was no reason for Cleveland to give him a contract worth $12 million per season.

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Jets Cardinals sign G/OT Matt Pryor (1 year): B+ Grade


The Cardinals barely have a functional offensive line just based on who happens to be on their roster right now. They’ll obviously continue to add pieces in free agency and then the draft, but they have just two tackles with any sort of experience prior to this acquisition. Matt Pryor changes that, as he has experience at both tackle and guard. He can be a valuable swing tackle and also provide some guard depth, but Arizona still needs a new right tackle.

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Jets Jets sign CB Nahshon Wright (1 year): A+ Grade


The Jets have done plenty of stupid things through two days of free agency, but this is not one of them. I actually love this signing enough to give it an A+.

New York has been overpaying dusty veterans despite being in a rebuild. Collecting young players on reasonable deals like Nahshon Wright is what they should’ve been doing the entire time. Wright, 27, thrived in his first year as a starter in Chicago. He should continue to improve, all while filling a big need in New York.

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Lions Lions re-sign LB Malcolm Rodriguez (1 year): A+ Grade


The Lions lost Alex Anzalone, so they absolutely had to keep Malcolm Rodriguez. They managed to do so, as Rodriguez was another obvious candidate for a 1-year “prove it” deal.

Rodriguez was a stout linebacker in 2024, particularly when it came to stopping the run. However, he was out for most of 2025 with an injury. He needs to show that he can remain healthy, hence this sort of a contract. The Lions will get Rodriguez at his best effort as he attempts to showcase why he’s worthy of a huge deal.

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Patriots Patriots sign WR Romeo Doubs (4 years, $80 million): B- Grade


This is rather underwhelming. The Patriots discussed trading for A.J. Brown, but all they got was Romeo Doubs. I don’t hate this signing, but it’s not exactly what was best for Drake Maye, and I imagine that most Patriots fans feel the same way.

Doubs is a mediocre receiver who has been inconsistent in Green Bay. It could be argued that this was the fault of “No Cookie” Jordan Love, so we’ll be able to see Doubs live out his full potential in New England. I’m not overly optimistic that we’ll see him bloom into a No. 1 receiver, but I won’t count out that possibility either. It’s more likely that we’ll see Doubs function as a No. 2 possession receiver, which means this is a bit of an overpay, but not an egregious one.

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Texans Texans sign OT Braden Smith (2 years, $25 million): B+ Grade


The Texans were disposing of so many offensive linemen earlier in the offseason that looked like they were sabotaging their chances of winning next year. Of course, we had to wait to see the whole picture, and now we know that the plan was to upgrade Tytus Howard with someone like Braden Smith.

Smith is a superb offensive lineman, but he comes with some glaring concerns. He has a history of injury and psychological problems, which could cause his 2026 campaign to derail. This is a high-risk, high-reward signing, but I like that Houston is taking this chance.

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Giants Giants re-sign LB Micah McFadden (1 year): B+ Grade


Micah McFadden is a skilled linebacker, but played only 11 snaps last year because he injured his foot during the opening game of the season. He was missed, but will be retained with this 1-year “prove it” deal. It’s a good opportunity for McFadden to reestablish himself, and it’s also nice that the Giants will get him at his best with a no-risk contract.

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Lions Lions sign RB Isiah Pacheco (1 year): B+ Grade


The Lions lost David Montgomery, so they weren’t going to go into season with Jahmyr Gibbs as the only viable back on the roster. In fact, it wouldn’t surprise me if the Lions ended up adding a running back in Round 2-4 because of how much they love to run the ball.

Pacheco seems like an insurance policy in case the Lions can’t find a running back they like in that range. He’s a cheap signing who might be able to rebound to pre-2024 form. Pacheco was a rock-solid back until injuries derailed his career. He’s been putrid since, but perhaps being two years removed from his major injury could allow him to revert to his previous ability. If not, then the Lions aren’t really risking anything.

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Giants Giants sign CB Greg Newsome (1 year, $10 million): A Grade


Greg Newsome was traded at the deadline last season, moving from Cleveland to Jacksonville. The Jaguars didn’t quite get the upgrade in the secondary they were hoping for, as Newsome struggled with his new team.

Given what transpired, it’s not surprising to see Newsome sign a 1-year “prove it” deal. I love this move, as the Giants will get Newsome at his very best to fill a huge need in the secondary.

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Packers Packers sign CB Benjamin St-Juste (2 years, $10 million): C Grade


Benjamin St-Juste was such a bad cornerback for the Redskins that Washington fans cheered last offseason when he signed with the Chargers. St-Juste was better in San Angeles, but only because he was used sparingly. St-Juste was just a backup, but he did a fine job in relief of the starters. Perhaps he can continue to perform this way in Green Bay, but this still seems like an overpay.

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Patriots Patriots sign G/OT Alijah Vera-Tucker (3 years, $42 million): B Grade


This is a tough signing to grade. Alijah Vera-Tucker is an extremely talented lineman who can play any position up front. If he can stay on the field, he’s going to give Drake Maye a great chance to remain upright, which is not what we saw in the playoffs. Maye was sacked 22 times in four playoff games. That can’t happen again.

The problem is that Vera-Tucker can’t stay healthy. He gets hurt every year and misses far too many games. I thought there was a chance Vera-Tucker would sign a 1-year “prove it” contract, but apparently not. This is a very risky signing, but then again, it has an incredibly high payoff. Hence, the difficulty of grading this contract.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 9 Updates



Chiefs Chiefs sign S Alohi Gilman (3 years, $24.8 million): B+ Grade


OK, so the joke I made in the Tyquan Thornton signing doesn’t work so well anymore. I wrote that the Chiefs lost their entire secondary and barely did anything to compensate, but they’ve at least signed Alohi Gilman to replace one of their departed players.

Gilman is not as great as Bryan Cook, but he’s still a very good player. Gilman has been terrific in coverage in recent seasons, so he’ll be a capable replacement at a reasonable price. Now, the Chiefs need to work on finding two new corners and addressing all of their other many needs.

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Chiefs Chiefs re-sign WR Tyquan Thornton (2 years, $11 million): C+ Grade


Chiefs fans watched their entire secondary depart this week, and all they got was this stupid Tyquan Thornton re-signing. Well, that and the massive overpay at running back. Dark times for Kansas City, indeed.

This isn’t a horrible move despite what I just wrote. Tyquan Thornton made some big plays last year. The problem is that they were few and far between, as Thornton and Patrick Mahomes struggled to connect. Still, receiver was a huge need for the Chiefs entering the offseason, especially with Rashee Rice potentially facing prison time.

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Panthers Panthers sign LB Devin Lloyd (3 years, $45 million): A Grade


It was surprising to see that Devin Lloyd lasted nearly until Day 2. He was one of the top linebackers in the NFL last year, so it seemed like he would be scooped up almost instantly. Yet, he was one of the final signings of the first day of free agency.

Lloyd was truly incredible last year, thriving in both run support and coverage. He’ll be sorely missed by the Jaguars, but will thrive with the other 90s expansion team. The Panthers have lacked exceptional linebacker play since the days of Luke Kuechly, but they’ll have that again with Lloyd now on the roster. The best part is that they did not overpay for Lloyd’s services.

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Cowboys Cowboys re-sign DE Sam Williams (1 year, $3 million): A Grade


Sam Williams makes sense as someone who would sign a 1-year “prove it” contract this offseason. Williams once showed lots of promise as a young edge rusher, but he got hurt in 2024 and didn’t play well last year. Williams could bounce back now that he’s another year removed from injury. If he doesn’t, the Cowboys won’t stand to lose much. This is a great move because there’s nothing but upside.

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Broncos Broncos re-sign RB J.K. Dobbins (2 years, $20 million): C Grade


I hope that for the $20 million the Broncos spent that J.K. Dobbins comes with bubble wrap. Dobbins, sadly, has never played a full NFL season. He’s seemingly always nursing some sort of injury, which is a shame because he was so talented. Dobbins is definitely not the same player he once was, which makes me wonder why Denver spent $10 million per season on him. Surely the Broncos know that there are plenty of cheaper options that are also safer.

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Steelers Steelers sign RB Rico Dowdle (2 years, $12 million): A Grade


Based on the numbers he was producing in October last year, Rico Dowdle seemed destined to receive Kenneth Walker-type money this offseason. Dowdle fell back down to Earth, but it’s still difficult to forget how dominant he was in Carolina for a few games.

Dowdle is a solid back who serve as a quality pass-catcher out of the backfield. He’s underrated, as indicated by this contract. Dowdle deserved a bit more than this, so the Steelers are getting an upgrade on a bargain contract.

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Buccaneers Buccaneers re-sign TE Cade Otton (3 years, $30 million): C- Grade


Cade Otton was re-signed earlier in the day, but I was awaiting the contract details. We have them now, and as I suspected, Otton was overpaid.

Otton is a talented tight end, but he’s a very inconsistent producer. He’s certainly not elite, so if you’ve been reading my grades, you know where I’m going with this. Teams always regret paying too much for non-elite tight ends, and that would apply in this instance. The Buccaneers would’ve been better off taking this $30 million and applying it to the fund to keep Mike Evans around for a couple more years.

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Chargers Chargers sign G Cole Strange (2 years, $13 million): D Grade


It’s still hard to believe that Cole Strange was once a first-round pick. A hilarious moment was when the Rams were heard saying that they were considering him in the third round.

Strange predictably failed in New England. He was even worse for Miami last year. Injuries forced Strange into starting, and he was anemic. I don’t know why he’s getting anything more than the veteran minimum.

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Bills Bills sign QB Kyle Allen (2 years, $4.1 million): B Grade


If average backup quarterbacks earn about $5 million per year, then bad backup quarterback get, well, this. Kyle Allen is not a good backup, but the Bills needed someone new to play behind Josh Allen with Mitchell Trubisky gone. This signing makes sense, and at the very least, it’s way more logical than the Panthers foolishly giving $7 million to Kenny Pickett for some reason.

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Giants Giants sign S Ar’Darius Washington (1 year): A+ Grade


If there was one player in this free agency period who needed to be a signed to a 1-year “prove it” deal, it could be argued that it should be Ar’Darius Washington. The former Raven safety was a Pro Bowl player prior to tearing his Achilles in 2024. He returned to the field late in 2025, but wasn’t nearly the same. Now, two years removed from the injury, we could see Washington return to form. Then again, Achilles injuries can be brutal, with some players never returning to their former selves.

The Giants are taking a great chance with this signing. Washington will get a shot to prove himself, all while playing for John Harbaugh again, so it’s hard not to like this signing. If Washington struggles, then the Giants won’t be penalized very much for this signing. It’s all upside.

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Jets Jets sign S Dane Belton (1 year, $6 million): A Grade


The Jets have made lots of sketchy signings today, but this is not one of them. In fact, it’s quite good. Dane Belton has improved each season, and he made some quality starts at the end of 2025. He could end up being a good player at a cheap price for the Jets if his upward trajectory continues.

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Bears Bears re-sign OT Braxton Jones (1 year, $10 million): A+ Grade


I love 1-year “prove it” deals, and Braxton Jones definitely had to be retained for one. Jones had played at a high level for the Bears prior to 2025, but he missed most of last year with an injury.

This contract will ensure that Chicago will be getting Jones at his best effort. For that reason, there’s a good chance he’ll have a great 2026 campaign. If not, the Bears won’t stand to lose very much on this 1-year contract.

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Browns Browns sign LB Quincy Williams (2 years, $17 million): B Grade


To prove how much brain damage there is around the NFL, Quincy Williams was voted ahead of Quinnen Williams in the NFL top 100 list a couple of years ago. My theory was that the players confused the two, given that there were two Q. Williamses on the Jets.

In fairness, Quincy Williams was coming off a strong year. He has regressed since then, and now age is becoming an issue (30). It’s a very Brownsian move to sign a has-been, but at least this contract isn’t an overpay. It’s just about right for Williams, who could rebound, but could also just never be the same again.

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Texans Texans sign S Reed Blankenship (3 years, $24.8 million): A Grade


Houston’s elite defense didn’t have many needs, but one of the safety spots was one of them. That’s no longer the case in the wake of the Reed Blankenship signing.

Blankenship was incredible for the Eagles in 2023 and 2024. He’s coming off a down year, but at 27, he could easily rebound in Houston’s superb defense. He was also signed for a reasonable price.

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Cardinals Cardinals sign WR Kendrick Bourne (2 years, $10 million): B+ Grade


This is a surprising signing, only because I figured Kendrick Bourne would wait for Mac Jones to be traded somewhere, and then follow him there. I don’t think there’s been a more consistent quarterback-receiver combination in NFL history than Mac Jones to Kendrick Bourne, after all.

Bourne will provide quality depth for the Cardinals, who will need it if they end up trading Marvin Harrison Jr. It’s been rumored that Harrison is on the trade block, so Bourne will be a key contributor if Harrison is dealt. Bourne had some nice moments for the 49ers last year, so that should continue in Arizona.

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Cardinals Cardinals sign G Isaac Seumalo (3 years, $31.5 million): A- Grade


Arizona’s offensive line is a disaster, so it’s nice to see the team making at least one move to strengthen the area. Outside of Paris Johnson, the Cardinals needed help everywhere, but now one of the guard spots is a strength.

Isaac Seumalo is a terrific blocker. He’s been awesome for the Eagles and Steelers, and will likely continue to be for Arizona. He’s 33, but interior linemen tend to play well into their mid-30s.

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Cardinals Cardinals sign DT Roy Lopez (2 years, $11.5 million): B Grade


Roy Lopez played for the Cardinals in 2023 and 2024, but then went to Detrout last year. Lopez is now returning to Arizona, so don’t tell him that you can never go home.

This is a fine signing. Lopez isn’t a very good player, but he’s a mediocre rotational defensive tackle who is coming off his best year. The Cardinals had no depth last year, so Lopez will help in that area.

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Broncos Broncos re-sign ILB Alex Singleton (2 years, $15.5 million): B+ Grade


The Broncos already lost Dre Greenlaw to release, so they couldn’t allow their other top linebacker from last year, Alex Singleton, to walk. Singleton was re-signed to a relatively cheap 2-year deal.

Denver made a good decision. Singleton is terrific in run support and will continue to be a good fit in the defense. He’s not nearly as good in coverage, but he’s not being paid like he is (see Tremaine Edmunds.)

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Panthers Panthers sign QB Kenny Pickett (1 year, $7.5 million): D Grade


I’m so upset that I can’t grade this as a Millen. There’s very little risk with this contract being just for one year, so a Millen doesn’t make sense. Still, it’s a move that Matt Millen would make, especially if he deemed Kenny Pickett to be a young stallion he’d like to ride all night long. His words, not mine.

At any rate, Pickett is a horrendous backup. Andy Dalton won’t be on the team next year, but Pickett is a horrible choice to be a QB2 on the team. It’s fair to question why he’s still in the NFL.

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Seahawks Seahawks re-sign WR/KR Rashid Shaheed (3 years, $51 million): B+ Grade


So much for Rashid Shaheed going to Las Vegas to reunite with Klint Kubiak. Everyone believed that Shaheed would sign with the Raiders, but he opted to stay with the Seahawks instead.

It’s hard to hate this re-signing. Shaheed was a huge weapon on special teams late in the year for Seattle. The Seahawks couldn’t figure out how to use Shaheed on offense, but perhaps they’ll be able to do so with an entire offseason.

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Raiders Raiders re-sign DE Malcolm Koonce (1 year, $11 million): B+ Grade


A 1-year “prove it” deal is perfect for Malcolm Koonce. The Raider edge rusher was explosive in 2023 with eight sacks, but missed all of 2024 with a torn ACL. He struggled in 2025, but now that he’s two years removed from injury, there’s a decent chance he’ll rebound. If not, then the Raiders aren’t risking all too much because this is just a 1-year deal.

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Titans Titans sign G Cordell Volson (1 year, $4.215 million): B- Grade


The Titans are in need for offensive line depth. They have to obtain more than just Cordell Volson, but the former Bengal will provide experience behind the starters. Granted, it’s not very good experience – and Volston didn’t even play in 2025 – but it’s experience nonetheless. There’s also no risk attached to this signing.

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Raiders Raiders sign LB Quay Walker (3 years, $40.5 million): C Grade


I called the Raiders’ offseason a mixed bag in the previous signing grade. A perfect example of that is how they’ve handled their linebacker signings. Nakobe Dean has a chance to be a special player in Las Vegas if he can rebound from injury. Conversely, I’m not nearly as optimistic about Quay Walker.

Walker had a very promising start to his career, but he has gotten worse every year. He struggled a lot this season, so it’s hard for me to see him breaking his downward trajectory. Then again, the Raiders were able to revive the career of another former Packer bust (Eric Stokes), so maybe Walker will be able to rebound in his new home.

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Raiders Raiders sign LB Nakobe Dean (3 years, $36 million): A- Grade


The Raiders have had a mixed bag so far this week. They’ve made some poor decisions, but they’ve also made good choices. This signing appears to fit the latter category.

Nakobe Dean didn’t play up to this contract last year, but he was coming off an injury and wasn’t himself. I believe there’s a good chance he’ll rebound to pre-2025 form. At just 25, Dean has a great possibility of doing so, and if he does, the Raiders will be getting a stellar upgrade at linebacker.

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Dolphins Dolphins re-sign TE Greg Dulcich (1 year, $3.25 million): A Grade


I still would love to know what happened to Greg Dulcich in Denver. He had such a promising start to his career, but just vanished suddenly. Dulchich reemerged in Miami late last season with some nice performances while filling in for Darren Waller.

This is a great bargain for Dulcich. Sean Payton is probably scoffing at this contract, but Dulcich is a legitimate receiving threat who will help Malik Willis transition to Miami.

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Chargers Chargers re-sign G Trevor Penning (1 year, $4.5 million): B Grade


The Chargers made the mistake of using Trevor Penning at tackle after they acquired him at the deadline last year. Of course, they didn’t really have much of a choice because of all their injuries, but still. Penning is a disaster when playing tackle, but he’s been a decent blocker at guard. That’s exactly where the Chargers will need him in 2026 unless there are more injuries to their tackles.

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Chiefs Chiefs re-sign TE Travis Kelce (1 year, $12 million): B+ Grade


It’s pretty surprising that Travis Kelce is returning for another season. When he walked off the field in the home finale versus the Broncos last year, it seemed as though he was saying goodbye for good. I figured he would take some time to concentrate on his sham wedding, but he’s coming back to Kansas City for one more ride.

Kelce is mostly washed up at this stage of his career, but I think this is a good signing for two reasons. First, Rashee Rice has a pretty good chance of going to prison, so Kelce would be needed more as an intermediate receiver over the middle of the field. Second, with Patrick Mahomes coming off a torn ACL, it’ll be helpful for him to have a familiar weapon as he eases himself back into action.

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Giants Giants re-sign OT Jermaine Eluemunor (3 years, $39 million): A Grade


Jaxson Dart was beaten to a pulp in his rookie year, so the worst thing the Giants could have done this season was worsen his pass protection. Allowing Jermaine Eluemunor to walk would have hurt Dart’s development, so it’s great that the Giants were able to retain him.

Eluemunor thrived in pass protection last year, so this contract makes a lot of sense. He probably would’ve commanded more if he weren’t 31 years old, but he should still be able to perform on a high level for two more seasons.

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Bills Bills sign CB Dee Alford (3 years, $21 million): D Grade


This signing was very confusing because I forgot that Dee Alford is still in the NFL. I had to remind myself of how pedestrian Alford was for the Falcons last year. Alford had played somewhat OK in the past, but he was putrid in 2025.

One thing that Alford brings is versatility and experience. The Bills have had a knack for revitalizing cornerbacks’ careers, though that may no longer be the case with Sean McDermott gone.

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Redskins Redskins sign NT Tim Settle (3 years, $24 million): B- Grade


Washington’s defense has been a mess in recent years. It was much better when the team had two mega talents at defensive tackle, so perhaps the front office is trying to recreate that.

I get the sentiment, but this signing is just OK. Tim Settle isn’t a very good player, but he stuffs the run just fine and gets after the quarterback somewhat well for someone his size.

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49ers 49ers sign WR Mike Evans (3 years, $60.4 million): B- Grade


It seems as though everyone is celebrating this signing as a great one, but I’m not so sure. It looks great on paper, but there are several problems with it.

The elephant in the room is that Evans is 33 (as of August). Most receivers tend to decline at 31-32, so Evans is at a point in his career in which he could regress. Another issue is that Evans has been injured frequently in recent years. He has chronic hamstring issues, which can only get worse in a San Francisco environment where everyone always gets hurt. And finally, this money could have gone toward paying Trent Williams. As Evan Daniel said, “You and I might as well be the receivers if Williams is traded.”

Still, there’s a chance that everything works out. If the 49ers re-sign Williams, and Evans has a strong year in which he doesn’t get hurt, this move could help the 49ers win the Super Bowl.

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Cardinals Cardinals sign QB Gardner Minshew (1 year, $8.25 million): B Grade


As I wrote below when I graded the Marcus Mariota re-signing, average backup quarterbacks tend to go for $5 million per season. Gardner Minshew is as mediocre as it gets for a No. 2 quarterback, but he has tons of experience, so that has to be part of the equation. It was also important for Arizona to sign a smart quarterback (42 Wonderlic) to help tutor Ty Simpson, so Minshew will serve as a pseudo coach of sorts.

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Raiders Raiders sign DE Kwity Paye (3 years, $48 million): B Grade


I’m not sure if Raider fans have heard this, but the Raiders botched the Maxx Crosby trade. Regardless, they needed at least two pass rushers to replace what Crosby provided for them, so here’s one.

Based on Kwity Paye’s production, this is an overpay. Paye had four sacks last year, so $16 million per season seems absurd. However, Paye played much better than that number indicates. He was able to generate lots of pressure on opposing quarterbacks, so I’m confident his sack total will rise in Las Vegas.

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Falcons Falcons sign QB Tua Tagovailoa (1 year, minimum): A+ Grade


It’s sad, but Tua Tagovailoa is washed up. His brain is scrambled from too many concussions. He’s a shell of what he once was. He was benched twice for Quinn Ewers last year. It was a complete disaster.

Wait, so why the A+ grade? Because the Falcons are getting Tagovailoa for the 1-year minimum. The Dolphins are footing the bill for his contract, so Atlanta doesn’t have to pay him anything. There’s a chance, albeit a very unlikely one, that Tagovailoa can finally bounce back and have a strong season. At the very least, he’ll provide some competition for Michael Penix Jr. I’m not expecting much, but there’s no downside, so why not?

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Cowboys Cowboys sign S Jalen Thompson (3 years, $36 million): C- Grade


Jerry Jones is losing his marbles, so he may not be aware of two things concerning this deal: One, the safety position has been devalued. And two, this 2026 NFL Draft class is packed with talented safeties.

With that in mind, there’s no reason the Cowboys should have given $36 million to Jalen Thompson. It’d be one thing if Thompson were an elite player, but he’s not. He’s very good, but this is an overpay.

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49ers 49ers sign OT Vederian Lowe (2 years, $12 million): A- Grade


Every 49er fan knows that there’s an ongoing saga with Trent Williams. It remains to be seen if Williams will return. Thus, it makes sense to sign a capable backup who could potentially step into a starting role.

Vederian Lowe did a good job filling in for Will Campbell last year. Lowe can provide the same type of depth at a very reasonable price. Of course, the 49ers will be hoping that they don’t have to use Lowe, but we’re still unsure about that.

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Bengals Bengals sign DE Boye Mafe (3 years, $60 million): B+ Grade


Someone must have locked Mike Brown in a room and took all of his bank information. One big signing in free agency was shocking. Two seems impossible. This is akin to seeing the sun rise in the west. I don’t know which is more improbable, actually.

Boye Mafe tallied nine sacks two years ago, so he seems like a viable replacement for Trey Hendrickson. Mafe’s production dipped after that, but he’s been playing in a very deep rotation, so there’s a good chance that he’ll bounce back to his old production because he’ll be asked to do a lot more in Cincinnati.

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Redskins Redskins sign DE Odafe Oweh (4 years, $100 million): B Grade


Charlie Campbell reported during the combine that the Redskins really wanted to add an edge rusher at No. 7 overall. It’ll be interesting to see if we can get an update on that in the wake of the Redskins giving Odafe Oweh $100 million.

I like this move for Washington, but can’t say I love it. Oweh has registered 17.5 total sacks over the past two seasons. He’s a very talented edge rusher, but I can’t say that he’s elite, and this is elite type of money. Oweh, however, is just 27, so perhaps he can continue to evolve into one. It’s worth noting, however, that he’s a big liability against the run.

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Redskins Redskins re-sign QB Marcus Mariota (1 year, $7 million): B Grade


Marcus Mariota has played too much over the past couple of seasons, as Jayden Daniels hasn’t been able to stay healthy. In doing so, Mariota has proven himself to be a capable backup. Average No. 2 quarterbacks tend to go for about $5 million per year, so this is a fair price.

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Titans Titans sign CB Alontae Taylor (3 years, $60 million): D+ Grade


The Titans hit a home run with the John Franklin-Myers signing, but most of their other moves have been very questionable. This signing is included, as Tennessee overpaid for New Orleans’ former cornerback.

The good news is that Alontae Taylor is coming off his best year with the Saints. The bad news is that he was still just mediocre. This is far too much money for an average-at-best cornerback.

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Seahawks Seahawks re-sign CB Josh Jobe (3 years, $24 million): C+ Grade


The Seahawks had two of prominent cornerbacks entering free agency, with Tariq Woolen and Josh Jobe set to have their contracts expire. Woolen is all but certain to leave, but Seattle was able to retain Jobe.

However, I don’t view this as a great move because it seems as though the Seahawks overpaid. Jobe isn’t a bad cornerback by any means, but he’s as pedestrian as it gets, so I can’t really support a contract worth $8 million per season. I think something worth $5 million per year or so would have been more appropriate.

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Chargers Chargers sign TE Charlie Kolar (3 years, $24.3 million): B- Grade


Everyone knows about Mark Andrews and Isaiah Likely, but Charlie Kolar was an important member of Baltimore’s offense. Kolar didn’t catch many passes, but he served as one of the top blocking tight ends in the NFL.

I’ve long maintained that blocking tight ends are overpaid, but if a team is going to give one lots of money, it might as well be someone who is one of the best in the league. There’s no doubt that Kolar will improve the Chargers’ offense.

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Bengals Bengals sign S Bryan Cook (3 years, $40.25 million): B+ Grade


Hell must have frozen because the Bengals have spent a lot of money on someone in free agency. I imagine this money had to be pried out of Mike Brown’s hands, but Cincinnati gave it to Bryan Cook, who served as a stellar safety for the Chiefs.

Cook is coming off the best season of his career, so he’s well worth this money. I’m not big on paying safeties lots of money, due to the position being devalued, but Cook’s high talent level makes up for that in this evaluation.

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Titans Titans sign CB Cordale Flott (3 years, $45 million): B Grade


The Titans had such a poor secondary last season that they needed to find not one, not two, but three cornerbacks this spring. They still have lots of work to do at the position despite this signing, but it’s a decent start.

Cordale Flott is not a known commodity, but he was a fine starter for the Giants last year. This is a bit more than what I would have paid him, but I definitely don’t hate this move. Flott is only 25, so he might have a very bright future ahead of him.

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Colts Colts sign DE Arden Key (2 years, $20 million): B Grade


The Colts overpaid for Alec Pierce earlier in the day. This is a more reasonable signing, as Indianapolis bolstered its pass rush with a former rival.

Arden Key has logged 16.5 sacks over the past three years. He’s not a great edge rusher by any means, but he’s a quality rotational player who will help Indianapolis attempt to vanquish Trevor Lawrence and C.J. Stroud. Key was signed to reasonable terms, making this a “B” grade type of signing.

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Giants Giants sign LB Tremaine Edmunds (3 years, $36 million): D Grade


The Giants are having a rough day. They earlier overpaid for an inconsistent tight end despite not having a need at the position, and now they just gave $12 million per season to a two-down linebacker.

The Bears thoughtlessly discarded Edmunds about a week ago because he was such a big disappointment for them. Edmunds is solid against the run, but is awful in coverage. A player like this does not deserve $12 million per season, so I don’t know what the Giants are thinking with this move.

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Titans Titans sign DL John Franklin-Myers (3 years, $63 million): A- Grade


To understand John Franklin-Myers’ value, just ask any Jets fan how much they’ve missed him before he departed for Denver. The Jets’ defense began its collapse when Franklin-Myers left the team, and now Denver will experience something similar.

Franklin-Myers is an awesome defensive lineman. He’s logged 14.5 sacks over the past two years, and at 29, he should continue to perform on a high level for 2-3 great years. This is the type of player Tennessee’s poor defense sorely needed.

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Browns Browns sign G Zion Johnson (3 years, $49.5 million): C- Grade


A few grades below this one, I made fun of the Falcons watching Jahan Dotson’s college tape prior to signing him because Dotson had done nothing in Philadelphia or Washington. The same can be said of this signing, to an extent.

Zion Johnson, like Dotson, was a former first-round pick. He hasn’t been a complete failure, but he hasn’t lived up to his billing either. He’s been a mediocre blocker overall. He’s not worth this price tag at all, but I can at least see why the Browns made the move. They had a huge hole at guard, and I’m always a fan of beefing up the offensive line for a young quarterback. Shedeur Sanders is a Pro Bowler, like it or not, so Johnson can help Sanders take the next step.

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Bears Bears sign LB Devin Bush (3 years, $30 million): B+ Grade


As mentioned earlier during the Coby Bryant signing, the Bears need everything on defense. That wasn’t the case with their linebackers, but that changed with Tremaine Edmunds being jettisoned.

Devin Bush could be a nice signing for Chicago. I say “could” because Bush has experienced a roller coaster career. He’s had some horrible years, but he’s coming off a great season in 2025, so perhaps he’ll continue to play at a high level. The price makes sense for him.

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Steelers Steelers sign CB Jamel Dean (3 years, $36.75 million): B+ Grade


The Steelers are used to having a great defense, but that wasn’t the case last year because their secondary had major problems. Cornerback was a huge issue, so it’s not a surprise to see a signing like this.

Jamel Dean is coming off a great year as Tampa’s top cornerback. He’s going to be a big upgrade, and it’s not like Pittsburgh is breaking the bank with this move.

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Jets Jets sign DT David Onyemata (1 year, $10.5 million): D Grade


What are the Jets doing? Seriously, what are they doing? This would be a great signing for them if they were, say, competing for a Super Bowl. Do they think they’re competing for a Super Bowl?

David Onyemata is a talented defensive lineman who stuffs the run well and generates good pressure on the quarterback. However, he’s 33, so regression could be coming soon. Onyemata would’ve been perfect for a top team looking for a short-term spark at defensive tackle, but the plan doesn’t make any sense for New York.

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Raiders Raiders sign WR Jalen Nailor (3 years, $35 million): KNIGHT OF THE SEVEN MILLENS Grade


I wrote this in my NFL Free Agent Rankings back in January: “Jalen Nailor had a big game down the stretch that could cause him to receive a larger contract than what he’s worth.” Well, there’s a sucker born every day, and the Raiders are one of the NFL’s biggest suckers. They were one of the top candidates to overpay for Nailor.

Nailor is just a No. 3 receiver at best, and I’m not even sure if he’s a No. 3 receiver. Giving him $35 million is laughable. What an absurd signing.

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Falcons Falcons sign WR Jahan Dotson (2 years, $15 million): D- Grade


The Falcons must have watched Jahan Dotson’s college film prior to signing him because they never would have given him $15 million for his NFL work. Dotson has been a bum in the pros who has contributed nothing to either the Redskins or Eagles.

This was almost a Millen grade, but it’s just not enough money to meet the threshold. Still, $15 million for Dotson is absurd.

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Saints Saints sign G David Edwards (4 years, $61 million): B Grade


I love the idea of giving Tyler Shough the best offensive line possible. The Saints had great play from their tackles and center last year, so finding better guard play will make Shough even better.

I’m a big fan of this signing, though one downside can’t be ignored. David Edwards has a long injury history, so signing him could backfire. However, Edwards didn’t get hurt last year, so perhaps he’s over his injuries.

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Chiefs Chiefs sign DT Khyiris Tonga (3 years, $21 million): MILLEN Grade


Call me cray, but $7 million per season is a bit too much for a player who is mostly just a meme. Khyiris Tonga is a 330-pound nose tackle who played about 20 snaps per game last year and wasn’t very good at stuffing the run. He got a bit of pressure on the quarterback, but not very much.

This is a Millen grade. Not only are the Chiefs overpaying; they’re getting a player on the downside because Tonga turns 30 in July, so it’s not like there’s any upside with this move.

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Titans Titans sign WR Wan’Dale Robinson (4 years, $78 million): D Grade


One of those India-based X accounts posting about the NFL told us that Wan’Dale Robinson would be earning $25 million per season. Robinson didn’t quite hit that mark, but this signing is still for way too much money.

To put it simply, the Titans entered the offseason needing a wide receiver. They spent $78 million on a receiver, and yet they still need a No. 1 receiver. Wan’Dale Robinson has been just a PPR scam artist for most of his career. He became more than that last year, but he’s still not a No. 1 wideout, and yet he’s being paid like one.

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Saints Saints sign RB Travis Etienne (4 years, $52 million): D Grade


This is a lot of money for a running back who was deemed a big bust heading into 2025. Travis Etienne was awful for a former first-round pick, getting benched in favor of Tank Bigsby in 2024. It wasn’t even clear if the Jaguars were going to retain him.

Etienne has to thank his lucky stars that running back whisperer Liam Coen came into his life. Etienne had an amazing 2025, leading to this signing. However, running backs who depart from Coen do not fare well. Just look at the history of it if you don’t believe me. It’s not pretty. Thus, I have to deem this signing to be a big overpay.

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Cardinals Cardinals sign RB Tyler Allgeier (2 years, $12 million): A Grade


Pour one out for any Trey Benson truthers. The Cardinals had no running game last year in the wake of the injuries to Benson and James Conner, so they had to find a new running back, even after retaining Conner earlier this offseason.

Tyler Allgeier is a great bargain. He should have earned more than $6 million, yet the Cardinals were able to get a very cheap option to be their new primary back.

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Raiders Raiders sign C Tyler Linderbaum (3 years, $81 million): A Grade


The Raiders botched the Maxx Crosby trade, but they began making up for it with this incredible signing. Raiders fans are used to seeing me criticize their team, but this is an “A” grade signing.

A professional bettor of 35 years said on our nightly show that the Raiders had the worst offensive line he had ever seen last season. Center was the biggest position of weakness on that offensive line, so the Raiders did well to secure one of the top players at the position to provide an enormous upgrade. This is a huge signing because Linderbaum will be a huge boost for Fernando Mendoza’s development.

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Lions Lions sign C Cade Mays (3 years, $25 million): A Grade


The Lions already had their work cut out for them this offseason concerning fixing their offensive line. Jared Goff took nearly 40 sacks in 2025, so multiple offensive linemen were needed. Then, Taylor Decker departed, giving Detroit yet another hole up front.

This signing is a great start to repair the front. Frank Ragnow was sorely missed last year, but Cade Mays could be a decent replacement. He pass protected very well for the Panthers this past season. He was added to a deal worth less than $10 million per year, so this is a win for Detroit.

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Bears Bears sign S Coby Bryant (3 years, $40 million): B+ Grade


I’d say safety was a big need for the Bears, but every defensive position is a big need for the Bears. Coby Bryant will fill one of the two holes Chicago had at safety.

Coby Bryant has been a solid, but unspectacular safety for the Seahawks. He doesn’t have any weaknesses, so he’ll be a quality starter for Chicago. This contract is fair, so the Bears deserve a grade in the B+ range.

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Redskins Redskins sign CB Amik Robertson (2 years, $16 million): C Grade


The Redskins already needed a cornerback entering the offseason, and yet the hole got even deeper when Marshon Lattimore announced his retirement. With two cornerbacks needed, the Redskins had a lot of work to do.

Amik Robertson is a decent player, but an odd fit in Washington. Robertson has played well in the slot, but has struggled outside. That doesn’t really work in Washington because it seems like the Redskins have nothing but slot cornerbacks, so I don’t know how all of the pieces are going to fit.

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Buccaneers Buccaneers sign LB Alex Anzalone (2 years, $17 million): A+ Grade


The Buccaneers have made two great signings in the past hour. They obtained a quality receiving threat for Baker Mayfield in Kenneth Gainwell, and now they addressed their defense’s biggest need by signing a talented player.

Alex Anzalone has been a great linebacker for the Lions. He’s 31, so he could regress soon, but he should have one or two strong seasons remaining. He’ll likely replace Lavonte David, whose play fell off a cliff last year. Anzalone will probably be a big upgrade, and yet the Buccaneers signed him to a very reasonable deal.

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Jets Jets sign LB Demario Davis (2 years, $22 million): D Grade


Signings like this are why it’s diffcult to take the Jets seriously. Granted, there are other reasons, but this is just a ridiculous move to make.

The Jets are in the process of rebuilding. They won’t even be able to begin the rebuild until next year when they land their quarterback, so why exactly are they signing 37-year-old linebackers to contracts worth more than $10 million per season? Demario Davis has been an incredible player over the years, but this is just a waste of everyone’s time.

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Buccaneers Buccaneers sign RB Kenneth Gainwell (2 years, $14 million): A Grade


We can assume Rachaad White is gone in the wake of this signing. With White projected to leave, the Buccaneers replaced him with Kenneth Gainwell, who will serve the same role as a pass-catching back.

This is a great signing. Gainwell was so effective as a receiver last year that he effectively served as Pittsburgh’s No. 2 wideout late in the season. He’ll be a very reliable weapon for Baker Mayfield at a very reasonable price.

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Jets Jets sign DE Kingsley Enagbare (1 year, $10 million): B Grade


The Jets are signing edge players as if they believe the Raiders could steal Arvell Reese from them. First, Joseph Ossai, now Kinglsey Enagbare? What is going on here?

I like this signing more than the Ossai deal. It’s a 1-year contract, so there’s very little downside. Also, Enagbare is a Jack of all trades type of edge player, so he can do everything well for the defense.

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Jets Jets sign DE Joseph Ossai (3 years, $36 million): C+ Grade


The Jets will be able to obtain a great edge rusher with the second pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to complement Will McDonald, but they apparently thought they needed to obtain a third pass rusher for when they go up against Josh Allen and Drake Maye. This would make sense if they had a team capable of competing with those organizations.

I’m surprised to see Joseph Ossai get so much money. Ossai led the Bengals in quarterback pressures last year, but that’s sort of like saying the 350-pound person is the most attractive individual in a room packed with 400-pound people. This is an overpay, but not an egregious one.

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Vikings Vikings sign CB James Pierre (2 years, $8.5 million): B+ Grade


Cornerback was an area the Vikings had to address this offseason. They needed two, so we can cross off half of a need.

James Pierre isn’t an amazing player, but he’s solid and has worked with Brian Flores in the past when the two were in Pittsburgh together. I like this signing, as Pierre won’t have a transition period, and the compensation is fair.

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Bears Bears sign DT Neville Gallimore (2 years, $12 million): B Grade


I listed the Bears as having a need for three defensive tackles, so this signing obviously addresses a huge hole on the roster. The Bears still have a lot of work to do, but this is a fine start.

Neville Gallimore can get a bit of pressure on the quarterback from the interior, so it’s no surprise that Gallimore interested the Bears, who couldn’t get to the quarterback at all last year. I’d say $12 million for two years is a fair price for Gallimore.

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Giants Giants sign TE Isaiah Likely (3 years, $40 million): MILLEN Grade


Ladies and gentlemen, our first Millen grade of free agency.

When I first saw this signing, I said, “$40 million? You’ve gotta be kidding me.” I can’t believe Isaiah Likely signed for this much money. He’s had some great games in his young career, but he’s also done a whole lot of nothing as well. The fact that he couldn’t be a consistent producer means that he’s not an elite tight end, and any time a team spends big bucks on a non-elite tight end, they always regret it. Always.

Besides, this wasn’t even a need. Theo Johnson is a quality tight end with lots of promise. There was no reason to block his production like this with a mega overpay.

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Ravens Ravens sign G John Simpson (3 years, $30 million): A Grade


The Ravens already had a huge win this offseason by trading for Maxx Crosby, and now they scored another victory by addressing the other side of the line of scrimmage.

John Simpson was awesome for the Jets in 2024. He regressed in 2025, but the entire Jets team was a mess, so can you really blame him? Simpson was part of the Ravens in 2023, so I like that there won’t be too much of a transition to reunite with his old unit.

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Dolphins Dolphins sign QB Malik Willis (3 years, $67.5 million): A+ Grade


This signing can’t have surprised anyone. The Dolphins hired a former Packer coach to be their new head coach and a former Packer front office person to be their new general manager, so they obviously signed a former Packer quarterback to be their new franchise signal-caller.

Malik Willis has been awesome in relief of “No Cookie” Jordan Love over the past couple of years, so he deserved another chance to start in the NFL. It’s fair to be skeptical because Willis has had six starts, but he’s been better than Love in his relief appearances. Even if he fails, the Dolphins didn’t exactly spend a huge sum on him. This is a great deal for Miami.

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Rams Rams sign CB Jaylen Watson (3 years, $51 million): A+ Grade


I understand that the Rams and Chiefs used to play next to each other, but did the Rams really have to steal all of Kansas City’s cornerbacks? They initially traded for Trent McDuffie, and now the Rams signed Jaylen Watson.

This is an amazing signing. Watson had an incredible season in 2025 after missing the second half of 2024. He’s going to be a huge upgrade at a big position of weakness. This is also a great bargain, as Watson should’ve signed for much more.

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Panthers Panthers sign DE Jaelan Phillips (4 years, $120 million): A Grade


The sound you hear is the hearts of Eagles fans being broken, as Jaelan Phillips, who was acquired via the Dolphins at the trade deadline last season, signed with the Panthers.

This is a huge signing for the Panthers. Phillips is an extremely talented, young edge rusher who will transform Carolina’s usually pedestrian defense into one that will be able to generate consistent quarterback pressure. I imagine there might be some sticker shock to seeing the terms of this deal, but Phillips can do for the Panthers what Milton Williams did for the Patriots last year, albeit at a different position. This signing says that the Panthers are here to contend in the NFC South with the Saints and Falcons seemingly improving.

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Chiefs Chiefs sign RB Kenneth Walker (3 years, $45 million): D Grade


Kenneth Walker made a lot of money in the Super Bowl because there was no way he was getting this contract prior to it. We know this because Walker wasn’t even handling the majority of the workload in Seattle, as Zach Charbonnet was given the important carries, namely those inside the 20.

This is an insane amount of money for any non-elite running back, especially a committee back. The Seahawks didn’t think Walker could shoulder a big workload for a long period of time, so I don’t understand why the Chiefs think he can. I understand that Kansas City was desperate to upgrade its running game, but is Walker even going to have the blocking to be successful?

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Steelers Steelers re-sign LB Cole Holcomb (2 years, $5 million): A+ Grade


This isn’t an exciting signing like Alec Pierce getting $116 million, or Kenneth Walker inking a deal with the Chiefs, but this is a great move by the Steelers because there’s no downside whatsoever. Cole Holcomb isn’t a great player by any means, but he’s a solid, two-down linebacker who thrives against the run. He’s an important piece of Pittsburgh’s defense, and retaining him for just $5 million is a huge win.

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Patriots Patriots sign DL Dre’Mont Jones (3 years, $39 million): B+ Grade


One of those India-based X NFL accounts told Dre’Mont Jones that he would be signing a 3-year, $60 million contract, to which Jones said, “Yeah, I don’t know about that.” Jones signed a 3-year deal worth “just” $39 million.

The Patriots’ schedule is much tougher this upcoming year than it was in 2025, so they needed to continue to bolster their roster. Putting as much pressure on Josh Allen will be vital, so Jones and his seven sacks from 2025 will be quite welcome in New England.

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Raiders Raiders re-sign CB Eric Stokes (3 years, $30 million): B Grade


This isn’t the first early-round bust who received a big contract after having his best year with a new team. We saw it with Ed Ingram re-signing with the Texans, and now we have it with Eric Stokes re-signing with the Packers.

Stokes was a mega bust in Green Bay, but had his best year, by far, with the Raiders. Stokes was excellent, so I can understand this $30 million contract. However, there’s a chance this was all a mirage, so I’m not too excited about this deal.

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Colts Colts re-sign WR Alec Pierce (4 years, $116 million): C- Grade


Our first signing of the tampering period was the Colts retaining Alec Pierce to an absurd deal. A year ago, I never would have imagined that Alec Pierce would be getting $114 million because he was just an inconsistent deep threat, yet here we are.

Pierce had his best season at the right time, hence the mega contract. However, Pierce’s big year included just two 100-yard games, so it’s very fair to be skeptical about this deal, which the Colts could easily regret down the road.

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Texans Texans re-sign G Ed Ingram (3 years, $37.5 million): B+ Grade


I imagine Minnesota fans believe this is the worst contract of all time. Ed Ingram was a second-round pick of the Vikings in 2022, but never lived up to his potential. He started with the Vikings, but was eventually benched. Ingram went to Houston last offseason, and he finally emerged with his best year yet.

Ingram was so good last year that he was Houston’s best offensive lineman, somehow. It was important to retain him, especially with continuity being vital for offensive linemen. I would be worried about some regression, so there’s definitely a downside to this signing.

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Jaguars Jaguars re-sign CB Montaric Brown (3 years, $33 million): B Grade


No one would have imagined that a season ago, Montaric Brown would eventually sign a 3-year, $33 million contract. Part of the reason is that no one ever had heard of him. Brown was just a seventh-round pick in 2022 who barely played in his first two seasons. He became a mediocre starter in 2024, but blossomed into a very good corner last year.

Brown’s upward trajectory has to excite the Jaguars. Part of this feels like an overpay, but Brown is just 27 (as of August), so he should continue to improve.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 9 Updates



Vikings Vikings re-sign LB Eric Wilson (3 years, $22.5 million): C+ Grade


The Vikings did not evaluate their quarterback situation well last offseason, and it cost them. We’re seeing a habit of this, as the Vikings weren’t able to appropriately determine the value of their own players once again.

Eric Wilson is a strong run defender, but he’s a big liability in coverage. He’s a nice fit for Brian Flores’ defense, but giving him this sort of money certainly constitutes as an overpay. It’s not an egregious one, and it won’t hurt like the quarterback decision, but it’s still a poor contract.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 8 Updates



Chargers Chargers sign FB Alec Ingold (2 years, $7.5 million): B+ Grade


If we were doing SAT analogies, Adam Trautman is to Sean Payton, as Alec Ingold is to Mike McDaniel. The former Dolphins coach loves Ingold, making this the most predictable signing of all time. In one game two years ago, McDaniel gave Ingold, a simple fullback, more targets than Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle combined.

Despite the odd play-calling, Ingold is actually useful in an offense because he can block well. A contract worth less than $4 million per season is very reasonable, and I like that Ingold won’t have to learn a new offense.

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Broncos Broncos re-sign TE Adam Trautman (3 years, $17 million): C Grade


I saw one writer opine in the wake of this signing: “Sean Payton loves Adam Trautman.” That’s an understatement. I think if Trautman asked for Payton’s daughter’s hand in marriage, Payton would say yes without a second thought. Actually, I think Payton would say yes to Trautman asking to marry him.

Trautman is just a blocking tight end, so it’s odd to see this sort of deal. Sure, he’s a pretty great blocking tight end, but there are so many blocking tight ends, one could say that they grow on trees. In fact, a few are coming into bloom in my backyard as you are reading this.

In all seriousness, I like Trautman as a player, but this is too much money for the role he plays on the team.

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Broncos Broncos re-signed LB Justin Strnad (3 years, $13 million): A Grade


We saw one overpay today, but the Broncos did not make the same error. They managed to re-sign a player of theirs at a very reasonable price.

Justin Strnad saw action last year when Dre Greenlaw was injured. He filled in well, but when Greenlaw returned, he went back to the bench. Strnad is fine enough to start, and yet the Broncos are getting him at a very cheap deal.

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Packers Packers re-sign G/C Sean Rhyan (3 years, $33 million): C Grade


We’re going to see lots of absurd contracts over the next week, so I don’t want to waste my Millen grades just yet. When I saw this grade, my thoughts immediately raced to Millen consideration, given how surprising it was. However, there are some positives to this signing, so it’s just a run-of-the-mill “C” signing.

The reason this contract is absurd is that Rhyan, simply, isn’t any good. He’s a decent run blocker, but is horrible in pass protection. However, he’s young (25), so there’s room for improvement. Rhyan is also versatile, in that he can play guard and center, so he’s a useful player to have on the team.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 7 Updates



Chargers Chargers re-sign DE Khalil Mack (1 year, $18 million): A Grade


We saw how important Khalil Mack was to the Chargers last year. Mack suffered an injury in September, and the defense took a dive after that. Then, Mack returned after five weeks, and the Chargers’ stop unit was far better from that point onward.

Mack is 35, but he’s still a ferocious pass rusher. Age is an issue, but this 1-year contract mitigates that. If Mack regresses, the Chargers won’t be punished for the long haul. This mitigated downside makes this a great re-signing.

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Ravens Ravens re-sign QB Tyler Huntley (2 years, $11 million): B Grade


This signing isn’t nearly as exciting as the Maxx Crosby trade, but it’s still an important one for the Ravens because Tyler Huntley has been called to duty multiple times over the years in the event of a Lamar Jackson injury. We’ve seen that having a viable backup quarterback is important, and Huntley has proven himself to be capable in that role.

A salary of about $5 million or so is the going rate for a decent backup quarterback, so these terms are appropriate for Huntley.

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Eagles Eagles extend NT Jordan Davis (3 years, $78 million): B Grade


It’s hardly a surprise that Jordan Davis received a contract like this. Davis has been a dominant nose tackle since entering the NFL out of Georgia. He’s a monstrous run stuffer who can generate ample pressure on opposing quarterbacks. It would be wrong to say that he’s not worth this sort of a contract.

So, why just the “B” grade? Well, I’m always wary of very heavy defensive tackles getting massive contract. It doesn’t always happen, but they tend to get fat and lazy, and once an already-heavy human being gains even more weight, it’s very difficult for them to get back in shape. Still, what were the Eagles going to do, allow Davis to walk soon? I can’t grade this signing poorly.

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Bills Bills re-sign C Connor McGovern (4 years, $52 million): B Grade


The Bills finally landed a top receiver for Josh Allen (go here for the D.J. Moore NFL Trade Grades), but if they lost two of their key offensive linemen free agents, then they’d just be back to square zero, as a Hall of Fame running back once said.

Connor McGovern was one of the free agent offensive linemen the Bills needed to re-sign. McGovern has been a rock-solid center for the Bills for the past few years, so losing such a player at an important position would have hurt. This seems like a bit more than I would have paid for McGovern, but continuity on the offensive line is very important, and the NFL salary cap is fake anyway.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 6 Updates



Rams Rams re-sign S Kam Curl (3 years, $36 million): B Grade


The Rams just made a big trade to acquire their new top cornerback, Trent McDuffie. It wouldn’t make much sense if they would allow their top safety, Kam Curl, to depart. So, it’s no surprise that they re-signed Curl to a $36 million contract.

Curl is a talented safety who thrives in run support and does well in coverage. Retaining him is a good thing, but I’m not a fan of the price. Curl is a talented safety, but given the lack of positional value, as well as all the skilled safeties entering the league via the 2026 NFL Draft, safeties will be much cheaper this offseason (or at least they should be.)

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Chargers Chargers sign C Tyler Biadasz (3 years, $30 million): B+ Grade


There was speculation that the Chargers were going to sign Tyler Linderbaum in free agency. They decided that they didn’t want to risk Linderbaum not being available for them, so they’ve opted to sign Tyler Biadasz instead.

I like this signing quite a bit. The Chargers had severe offensive line issues last season, and not just as a result of their two tackles being injured. Center was a big issue for them, so Biadasz is a big upgrade. Biadasz is not the amazing center Linderbaum is, but he’s a solid player.

This seems like a bit of an overpay, considering that the Redskins just cut him, but I like that this gives the Chargers a better chance of finally not failing in the playoffs.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: Feb. 23 Updates



Cowboys Cowboys re-sign RB Javonte Williams (3 years, $24 million): D Grade


Jerry Jones has lost his marbles. He’s not willing to pay elite players at highly important positions like Micah Parsons and George Pickens, yet he’s perfectly comfortable shelling out plenty of cash for running backs with an injury history. We can now see why this once-proud franchise hasn’t had much success in recent years.

This is an embarrassing move. Javonte Williams played very well last year, but there are two issues with this re-signing. The first is that, as mentioned, Williams has an injury history that involves a devastating torn ACL. Second, running back is a very replaceable position. The Cowboys probably would have been able to find someone who could offer the same production for less than half the cost.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: Jan. 31 Updates



Saints Saints re-sign S Julian Blackmon (1 year, $3.1 million): A+ Grade


Julian Blackmon seemed like a great signing by the Saints last offseason. He was known as a strong player in coverage and was supposed to help an ailing New Orleans secondary. He had a great first game, but was then lost for the season with a torn labrum.

Blackmon figures to be 100 percent entering 2026, yet the Saints were able to re-sign him to a 1-year “prove it” deal. This is a terrific bargain worthy of an A+ grade.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: Jan. 26 Updates



Chargers Chargers re-sign DT Teair Tart (3 years, $37.5 million): B- Grade


Is there a more perfect last name for a defensive tackle than “Tart?” Perhaps Marshmallow. If there’s a defensive tackle named Robert Marshmallow in the NFL Draft, teams need to target him early in the first round.

Tart, true to his name, is a quality run stuffer. He can also get a bit of pressure on the quarterback, though not very much. He’s a decent defensive tackle who can play about 60 percent of the snaps. I like that the Chargers retained him, though $37.5 million over three years seems like a hefty price, especially for a player who has just one year remaining in his 20s. However, I think this signing is fine and shouldn’t be graded poorly because Tart is a quality member of the Chargers’ defensive front.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: Jan. 3 Updates



Jaguars Jaguars re-sign OT/G Cole Van Lanen (3 years, $51 million): A Grade


I’m experiencing a Mandella Effect moment right now because I swear Cole Van Lanen’s name was Cole Van Laren. Either way, Van Lanen/Laren has been an awesome blocker for the Jaguars this year. He has played both guard spots, as well as left tackle, where he’s done his best work. In fact, Van Lanen’s move to left tackle was the start of Jacksonville’s offensive explosion. Jakobi Meyers integration into the offense was also a big factor, but Van Lanen has provided elite blind-side protection for Trevor Lawrence.

With that mind, how can you not love this contract? Van Lanen can play four positions on the offensive line, and he can do that on a very high level. He’s also just 27, so there’s no reason to expect any sort of regression.

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Rams Rams re-sign S Quentin Lake (3 years, $42 million): B Grade


At first glance, this signing doesn’t seem too amazing. Quentin Lake is a talented safety, and at just 27 years old, he has a bright future ahead of him. If safeties were valued highly, Lake would deserve this sort of money. Safety, however, is not a premium position. There’s a reason safeties fall in the draft each year.

However, the Rams have an owner who is willing to spend lots of money, so the cap is not a real thing for them. Like the Eagles and Saints, the Rams are known to add bogus years to their players’ contracts to circumvent the cap. Given that the Rams are known to do that, this signing can be graded relatively favorably.

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