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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 21 Updates

Giants sign QB Jameis Winston (2 years, $8 million): A- Grade

The Giants have finally found their quarterback. Backup quarterback, that is. Jameis Winston will be paid like an average reserve signal-caller, yet he’s a premium backup. The Giants were able to get a bargain.

Then again, the Giants don’t need a premium backup quarterback at the moment because they’re not a contender. Winston, however, will at least make Malik Nabers happy if he’s asked to start in 2025. There’s a good chance the Giants will draft a quarterback early, but if they don’t, the Giants will at least have an entertaining offense to showcase for their fans.

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Bengals sign G/C Lucas Patrick (1 year, $2.1 million): B+ Grade

The Bengals finally gave a contract this offseason to someone not named Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, or Mike Gesicki. This player also happens to play on the offensive side of the ball, as Lucas Patrick was added for $2.1 million.

Patrick isn’t a very good blocker, but he’s capable of being a mediocre starter or a great backup. Patrick is very well suited for the latter because he can play guard and center. He might be needed in the starting lineup with the pedestrian Alex Cappa gone.

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Chargers sign TE Tyler Conklin (1 year, $3 million): B+ Grade

Tyler Conklin was a disappointing stat producer last year, though that could be said of all the Jets. Conklin was expected to be a target for Aaron Rodgers in the end zone, but he found the end zone on just four occasions. However, that doesn’t mean that this is a bad signing. The Chargers don’t have much going on at tight end, and Conklin is a capable blocker. This is a fair price for him.

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Texans sign OT Trent Brown (1 year, $3 million): A Grade

Trent Brown would be known as one of the better tackles in the NFL if he could stay healthy. Unfortunately for Brown, his durability has been awful throughout his career. Now that he’s 32, it seems unlikely that this would change.

Despite Brown’s downside, this is an excellent signing. The Texans have a troubled offensive line, so they had to take a chance on someone like Brown. Signing him could really pay off for them. And if Brown continues to constantly be injured, then it’s not like Houston will be punished at all.

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Saints sign WR Brandin Cooks (2 years, $13 million): D Grade

Brandin Cooks has seemingly played in half of the NFL cities, but he finally returns home. The Saints originally drafted him, and now he’ll play for them again.

This looks like a terrible signing. Cooks is, well, cooked, so there’s no reason to give him a multi-year contract worth more than a couple of million per season. And, as e-mailer Felton S. pointed out, the Saints could have re-signed Marquez Valdes-Scantling for less, which would look more appealing because Valdes-Scantling displayed a great rapport with Derek Carr last year.

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Chiefs re-sign DE Charles Omenihu (1 year, $7 million): A Grade

It makes sense that Charles Omenihu settled for a 1-year “prove it” deal. He would’ve gotten more than that, but he was coming off a down season because he was returning from a torn ACL. Omenihu is a talented edge rusher and should be able to outplay this contract. I love the great value the Chiefs are getting with him.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 20 Updates

Redskins sign NT Eddie Goldman (1 year, $1.25 million): C+ Grade

Eddie Goldman retired from the NFL following the 2021 season, but decided to return to action this past year. He played for the Falcons, but didn’t do very well. Once a terrific run stuffer, Goldman was trampled in rush support. He also didn’t get pressure on the quarterback.

There’s a small chance Goldman rebounds a bit now that he’s in his second year back from reversing his retirement, but he’s 31, so it’s a very small possibility.

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Chargers sign C Andre James (1 year, $1.17 million): A+ Grade

I don’t understand how Andre James didn’t generate more interest in the open market. He’s coming off a down, injury-plagued year, but he’s played on a high level in the past. He’s still just 28, so he can certainly rebound in 2025.

Given that, this is an amazing signing. There’s a good chance James will be able to supplant Bradley Bozeman, who was a liability last season.

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Jets sign OT Chuks Okorafor (1 year, $1.33 million): C Grade

Last year, Chuks Okorafor had one of the worst performances from a tackle you’ll ever see. He was benched quickly in the season opener versus the Bengals because he performed like a human turnstile. Hilariously, Pro Football Focus graded Okorafor’s performance as a zero in pass protection. A 90-year-old in a wheelchair would have done just as well.

I don’t know why the Jets are wasting their time with Okorafor. I know this signing is for the veteran minimum, but the Jets would be better off giving the $1.3 million to someone with more talent and upside.

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Colts sign RB Khalil Herbert (1 year, $1.33 million): A+ Grade

We finally have this contract info. Khalil Herbert signed with the Colts a week ago, but we were waiting on the details to be released. We now know that Herbert will be getting $1.33 million for 2025.

I love this signing. The Colts didn’t have quality depth behind Jonathan Taylor last year. Herbert will be a much better reserve. Herbert’s been underrated for a long time, so this is a steal for him.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 19 Updates

Texans re-sign DE Danielle Hunter (1 year, $35.6 million): B+ Grade

The Texans dismantled their offensive line this offseason, but their defensive front is at least still intact. That will continue to be the case, as the Texans have given Danielle Hunter a 1-year extension worth $35.6 million.

Hunter is an outstanding edge rusher. He had 12 sacks last year, and 42 over the past three seasons. The only danger here is that Hunter just turned 30, but he has shown no signs of regressing. Thus, I like this move, given that the Texans were able to open up some cap flexibility for the short term.

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Texans sign OT Cam Robinson (1 year, $12 million): A Grade

C.J. Stroud can now breathe a sign of relief, at least for the short term. The Texans traded away his terrific left tackle, Larmey Tunsil, to the Redskins, so the Texans had a huge hole at the position. That’s no longer the case, with Cam Robinson joining the team for one year.

Robinson will now replace Tunsil after doing so with Christian Darrisaw last year. Robinson was not great by any means, but he did a decent job of filling in for the All-Pro left tackle. He can fill the same role in Houston, and it’s nice that the Texans aren’t taking on a huge risk with this 1-year deal.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 18 Updates

Patriots sign C Garrett Bradbury (2 years, $12 million): C+ Grade

I think every Viking fan would tell you that this is an overpay. Garrett Bradbury had one good year with the team, but has been a major disappointment as a former first-round pick otherwise.

I would also say this is an overpay, but I can at least understand why the Patriots made the move. They’re absolutely desperate when it comes to the offensive line. They lost their long-time center, David Andrews, this offseason. I imagine they like some of the centers in this draft class, but decided that they needed an insurance policy in case they couldn’t obtain one of them.

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Lions sign NT Roy Lopez (1 year, $3.5 million): B Grade

Roy Lopez is a nose tackle who is mediocre against the run who doesn’t offer much as a pass rusher. He figures to be a decent depth player, so it makes sense for the Lions to sign someone like him, given the insane number of injuries they endured last year.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 17 Updates

Texans sign CB Ronald Darby (1 year, $2.5 million): B+ Grade

Back when he was with the Bills and Eagles, Ronald Darby was known as a talented, but injury-prone cornerback. Now, he’s old, mediocre, and injury-prone. Darby, who turned 31 this offseason, isn’t nearly the same player he once was.

Despite this, it’s hard to hate the Texans for signing Darby. He knows the division, given that he played in Jacksonville last year, and he’s a solid depth piece, especially at his cheap price.

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Eagles sign DE/OLB Azeez Ojulari (1 year, $4 million): A+ Grade

The Eagles have had success with former Giants players, so why not add another one? This time, they acquired Azeez Ojulari to replace some of their departed defensive linemen.

Ojulari is a talented, young edge rusher. He’s only 25, and he logged six sacks in 11 games last year. His issue is his poor durability, but the Eagles aren’t taking on any sort of risk, given how cheap and brief this contract is.

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Texans re-sign CB Derek Stingley Jr. (3 years, $90 million): B Grade

Derek Stingley Jr. had a dismal rookie year, but has improved exponentially since then. He’s become one of the better cornerbacks in the NFL, so it’s hardly a surprise that he received a big contract.

The only downside to this deal is that Stingley has a checkered injury history. However, he played a full season in 2025, so perhaps that’s a sign that he has overcome those issues.

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Bengals re-sign WR Ja’Marr Chase (4 years, $161 million) and WR Tee Higgins (4 years, $115 million): A Grade

The drama has finally come to an end. It was unclear when or even if the Bengals would re-sign their two dynamic receivers, but they finally did so Monday morning. Chase’s contract has made him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history, while Tee Higgins has become the highest-paid No. 2 receiver of all time.

I don’t need to tell you that the Bengals did well to re-sign their two excellent weapons. They had a ton of money this offseason, and it’s not like they were going to spend it on the open market. Given how horrible Cincinnati’s defense is, the team needed to keep its elite offensive group intact. I normally don’t give non-bargains like this an “A” grade, but I think it’s appropriate in this case, given that the Bengals are often frugal with their money.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 16 Updates

Ravens sign QB Cooper Rush (2 years, $6.5 million): A Grade

Average quarterbacks make about $4 million per season. Yet, Cooper Rush didn’t even get $3.5 million annually. Rush did a relatively good job for the most part last year when he stepped in for the injured Dak Prescott, so I’m surprised he didn’t get a bigger contract.

This signing makes a ton of sense. The Ravens are a Super Bowl contender, so they need a strong backup in case Lamar Jackson misses action. Jackson has an injury history, so there’s a good chance Rush will have to step in at some point.

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Cowboys sign RB Miles Sanders (1 year, $1.77 million): C- Grade

Miles Sanders signed with the Cowboys a couple of days ago, but we finally have the contract details. His 1-year deal is worth just $1.77 million. This seems cheap, but I don’t know what benefit there is to signing him. Sanders posted great stats with the Eagles a few years ago, but that was the byproduct of Philadelphia’s amazing offensive line. Sanders has struggled since leaving his original team, and I don’t see that changing in Dallas.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 15 Updates

49ers re-sign FB Kyle Juszczyk (2 years, $8 million): A Grade

The 49ers have lost a ton of personnel this offseason, so it was crucial for them to retain at least someone. Kyle Juszczyk is a fullback, but he does everything for San Francisco. He’s 34, but he hasn’t shown any signs of regressing. It’s impossible to hate this signing, as it’s a low-risk move that gives the 49ers some stability.

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Chargers sign G/OT Mekhi Becton (2 years, $20 million): B Grade

Mekhi Becton is trending to be this generation’s Robert Gallery. The former Raider lineman was a huge bust as a highly drafted offensive tackle, but thrived after moving to guard. Becton was awful for the Jets at tackle, but he signed with the Eagles and then was excellent upon shifting to guard.

This could end up being a great signing. The Chargers were already set at tackle, but needed help in the interior, which Becton could provide. The concern is that Becton has weight-control issues, and this $20 million contract could make him fat and happy.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 14 Updates

Seahawks sign WR Cooper Kupp (3 years, $45 million): MILLEN Grade

Wow, this is embarrassing. The Seahawks have a great front office, but this is a huge misstep. I’m absolutely shocked that Cooper Kupp received anything close to $15 million per season on this ridiculous 3-year deal.

I imagine the Seahawks didn’t watch Kupp closely last year because he was completely washed. He struggled to produce anything in the second half of the year. He eventually saw a big reduction in playing time, taking part in just 29 of the 56 snaps against the Vikings. Kupp, now 32, doesn’t appear to have anything left in the tank, so I thought a 1-year deal worth about $3 million would have been appropriate for him. Instead, the Seahawks gave him this mammoth contract because they were desperate at receiver.

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Jets re-sign KR Kene Nwangwu (1 year, $2.5 million): B+ Grade

Kene Nwangwu had quite the roller-coaster season in 2024. He was initially waived by the Saints right before the season started. He was on injured reserve, but finally saw action for the Jets in Week 13, when he won AFC Special Teams Player of the Week, thanks to a kickoff return touchdown. Unfortunately for Nwangwu, he was lost for the season with a hand injury. It makes sense to retain Nwangwu, as he should have better injury luck in 2025.

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Falcons sign DE Ryan Fox (2 years, $8.5 million): B Grade

Morgan Fox was a backup for the Chargers over the past three years, but he played a healthy number of snaps. In those three years, he averaged slightly more than five sacks per season. He may continue to be a capable rotational pass rusher with the Falcons, but the concern is that he’ll turn 31 just prior to the start of the 2025 season, so there could be some regression.

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Bills sign DT Larry Ogunjobi (1 year, $8.3 million): C- Grade

This is an overpay, but it’s not nearly as bad as what the Seahawks gave Cooper Kupp, so I can’t grade it as a Millen. A 1-year deal is not going to kill the Bills anyway.

Larry Ogunjobi was once a good player, but we saw no sign of the old version of him last year. He struggled against the run and was below average at generating pressure. He’s now 31, and to make matters worse, he’s going to miss the first six games due to a positive PED test. Ogunjobi should get his money back because those PEDs didn’t work.

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Cowboys sign DE Dante Fowler (1 year, $8 million): B Grade

Dante Fowler somehow logged 11 sacks last year, but he lucked into some of them. That number is definitely not indicative of how he played. He was a solid edge rusher and may continue to be one in 2025 unless he declines due to age (31). This is a fine signing, as the Cowboys need as many players as possible to chase around Jalen Hurts and Jayden Daniels.

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Patriots sign S Marcus Epps (1 year, $4.4 million): C- Grade

To say that New England’s offseason has been a disappointment would be an understatement. The Patriots entered free agency with the most cap space in the NFL, but they’ve barely made a splash. This signing isn’t even a light drizzle, as Marcus Epps has been inept in coverage over the years. He’s not bad in run support, so he’ll have some sort of function, but he should have gotten about half of this $4.4 million.

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Chiefs re-sign RB Kareem Hunt (1 year, $1.5 million): B Grade

This signing is confusing. The Chiefs signed Elijah Mitchell, so I assumed they would be going with him as the backup to Isiah Pacheco. I suppose it never hurts to have competition, but it would not be ideal if Hunt won it, barring injury, given how inefficient of a runner he was last year. Hunt is now 30, so the regression will continue.

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Chargers sign CB Benjamin St-Juste (1 year, $2.5 million): C- Grade

It was hilarious to see some of the reaction from Redskins fans when a fake account posted that Washington re-signed Benjamin St-Juste to a 3-year, $30 million contract. St-Juste has been one of the worst starting cornerbacks in the NFL, so it’s unclear why the Chargers had any interest. This contract suggests that he’ll be a backup, but he won’t be a very good one.

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Lions re-sign WR Tim Patrick (1 year, $4 million): A+ Grade

Tim Patrick continues to be criminally underrated. Patrick was a great addition to the Lions last year, as he was obtained cheaply and out-produced the compensation. He’s not the same receiver he once was now that he’s 31, but he’s a reliable tertiary threat for Jared Goff who will continue to play at a very cheap price.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 13 Updates

Chargers re-sign QB Taylor Heinicke (1 year, $6.2 million): B Grade

Average backup quarterbacks tend to make about $4 million per year. Better No. 2 signal-callers make a bit more, and that’s what Taylor Heinicke is. He’s not an elite backup, but he’s definitely a very good one. The Chargers will be in good hands with him if he’s forced into starting a few games in 2025.

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Redskins sign DE Jacob Martin (1 year, $3 million): B Grade

Jacob Martin is an undersized edge rusher who has carved out a fine career for himself after being a sixth-round pick. He’s had between two and four sacks every season, playing about a quarter of his team’s snaps. He’ll continue his role as a passing-down specialist, providing depth at a reasonable price.

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Patriots sign DE K’Lavon Chaisson (1 year, $5 million): B+ Grade

K’Lavon Chaisson is a former first-round bust who was barely a factor on the football field for many years. However, he finally showed signs of life last season. He recorded five sacks despite being a part-time player for most of the year. Perhaps this was a fluke, but Chaisson is still just 25, so he has plenty of time to make something of his career.

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Eagles sign CB Adoree Jackson (1 year, $2.5 million): A+ Grade

The last time the Eagles signed a former Giant, it worked out somewhat OK for them. Adoree Jackson isn’t quite as talented as Saquon Barkley, but he’s a quality cornerback coming off a solid season. He’ll replace the Pittsburgh-bound Darius Slay for a quarter of the price.

Jackson has some concerns with his inconsistency and injury history, but this small contract mitigates the downside. This is yet another great, cheap signing by Philadelphia.

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Eagles sign TE Harrison Bryant (1 year, $2 million): B+ Grade

Harrison Bryant is an athletic tight end with upside. He’s never posted great stats, but he’s been stuck behind talented tight ends during his entire career, whether it’s David Njoku in Cleveland or Brock Bowers in Las Vegas. Dallas Goedert is in Philadelphia, but there are rumors that he might be traded. Bryant is a nice insurance policy if the Eagles deal Goedert and then don’t land the tight end they want in the 2025 NFL Draft.

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Chargers sign DT Da’Shawn Hand (1 year, $3.3 million): B Grade

Da’Shawn Hand is a Jack of all trades, master of nothing. He’s sub par when it comes to run support and pass rush. He has just five career sacks. Still, he can be OK body for depth purposes on the defensive line, and it’s not like the Chargers are very deep there, so this signing makes sense.

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Raiders sign RB Raheem Mostert (1 year, $2.1 million): B Grade

It’s possible that this could be Raheem Mostert’s final season in the NFL. Mostert is 33, and he looked washed up for Miami last year. It makes sense that he would get another opportunity, but he won’t be anything more than the No. 2 runner in Las Vegas, if that. Still, for a team with no running game, the Raiders could have done worse than signing Mostert to a cheap, 1-year contract.

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Eagles sign DE Josh Uche (1 year, $1.75 million): A+ Grade

The Eagles lost some defensive line talent this offseason, so it would make sense that they would replenish that area. With that in mind, this is a great signing. Josh Uche is a 26-year-old with loads of potential. He had 11.5 sacks in 2022, but hasn’t done much since. However, the upside clearly exists.

The one downside here is that Uche struggles to defend the run, but the Eagles have plenty of other players to do that. They can just use him as a specialty pass rusher on obvious throwing downs, making this a terrific bargain.

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Steelers sign RB Kenneth Gainwell (1 year, $1.79 million): A Grade

I love the cheap contracts we’re seeing today (the details of this move were just released.) Kenneth Gainwell is a quality backup running back who can contribute as a receiver out of the backfield. With Najee Harris gone, the Steelers needed to add a back to complement Jaylen Warren. I imagine they’ll be targeting a running back in the first few rounds of the draft, but Gainwell is a nice insurance policy just in case they can’t land a runner they want.

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Redskins re-sign WR Noah Brown (1 year, $4.5 million): A+ Grade

Noah Brown was having his best year as a pro until he suffered a kidney injury and was knocked out for the remainder of the season. Brown figures to be fine heading into 2025, so he’ll take on the No. 3 role unless the Redskins add another player to the position. This is a great bargain for Brown, who has shown that he can have some big games if given the opportunity. As someone who bet on the Redskins to win Super Bowl LX, I love this re-signing.

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Bills re-sign S Damar Hamlin (1 year, $2 million): A+ Grade

Everyone knows Damar Hamlin’s story by now. Despite nearly dying on the football field, Hamlin became a starter two years later. He played well for the Bills in 2024 as a run defender. He wasn’t very good in coverage, but he proved at the very least that he can be an excellent third safety. Retaining him for just $2 million is a great bargain.

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Steelers sign QB Mason Rudolph (2 years, $8 million): A- Grade

I’m sure Steeler fans are happy about this because they were not thrilled when the hero of the 2023 season went to Tennessee. Rudolph has shown that he can be a solid backup quarterback. Things didn’t work out with the Titans, but he is familiar with most of the personnel in Pittsburgh, so there won’t have to be any sort of transitional concerns.

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Saints sign CB Isaac Yiadom (3 years, $9 million): C+ Grade

Isaac Yiadom remarkably has been on six different teams in the past six seasons. He’ll have a chance to buck that trend with this 3-year deal. Yiadom is a mediocre backup cornerback who just turned 29, so the Saints probably could have found a better option for $3 million per season.

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Cardinals sign DT Dalvin Tomlinson (2 years, $29 million): B- Grade

Dalvin Tomlinson used to be an exceptional interior defensive lineman. If the Cardinals made this move a couple of years ago, I’d grade it much higher than I am now. Tomlinson has shown regression now that he’s in his 30s. Arizona might be able to get one more solid year out of him, but that may not even happen.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 12 Updates

49ers sign QB Mac Jones (2 years, $7 million): A Grade

There were rumors ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft that the 49ers planned on using their No. 3 overall pick on Mac Jones. They opted for Trey Lance instead. Lance turned into a bust, but after a solid rookie campaign, Jones did as well. Jones, however, did well in relief of Trevor Lawrence last year.

I like that the 49ers are getting Jones at this crazy discount. This is a cheap price for a backup quarterback with some promise. Perhaps Kyle Shanahan can get Jones to play up to his potential after all.

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Chargers sign WR Mike Williams (1 year, $6 million): A Grade

Mike Williams returns home. After playing for the Jets and Steelers last year, Williams has returned to San Angeles to play for the Chargers once again for $6 million.

I love this signing. Williams did nothing last year, but that was predictable, given that he was coming off a torn ACL. Now another year removed from that, Williams figures to bounce back with a much better 2025 campaign. There is one concern, and that would be age (30), but it’s not like Williams is well into his 30s yet.

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Redskins sign DE Deatrich Wise (1 year, $5 million): B Grade

This is the second 30-something former New England player the Redskins signed today, as Deatrich Wise will join Jonathan Jones in Washington.

The Redskins will need as many pass rushers as possible to combat Jalen Hurts in two divisional matchups and a potential third playoff contest. Deatrich Wise used to be strong at rushing the passer, but things have changed since he turned 30. Wise is no longer the player he once was, though he’s still a viable rotational piece. There’s a chance he could have one more decent season, and this cheap price makes it so this signing can’t be graded poorly.

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Titans sign DT Dre’Mont Jones (1 year, $10 million): C Grade

The Titans struggled to get to the quarterback last year, owning the league’s second-worst pressure rate. Signing Dre’Mont Jones a couple of years ago might have helped, but that’s not likely to be the case now.

Jones has regressed as a pass rusher in recent years, and he’s always struggled against the run. He’s 28, so he could rebound, but it seems silly to give a declining player $10 million for just one year.

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Redskins sign CB Jonathan Jones (1 year, $5.5 million): B Grade

Jonathan Jones was an excellent cornerback for the Patriots for a long time – until this past season. Whether it was age (31) or the departure of Bill Belichick, Jones greatly regressed.

Jones turns 32 in September, so there’s not much hope that he can rebound. It should be noted that there’s a chance Dan Quinn gets him to play up to his ability again, but that doesn’t seem overly likely. Still, this is a 1-year “prove it” deal with almost no downside, so it’s hard to dislike it.

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Panthers sign RB Rico Dowdle (1 year, $6.25 million): A Grade

Poor Jonathon Brooks can’t stay healthy, so the Panthers had to find a running back to share the workload with Chuba Hubbard. They’ve decided on Rico Dowdle, who was signed to a cheap, 1-year deal.

This is a great move for the Panthers. Hubbard and Dowdle will provide the offense with a nice one-two punch. Dowdle can handle the passing-down work, an area in which he thrived last year. The Panthers aren’t taking much of a risk with this signing, so it must be graded highly.

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Jets sign C Josh Myers (1 year, $3.5 million): B+ Grade

This is not the Jets’ new starting center. The player manning that post is Joe Tippman, who has had a promising start to his career. This is a depth move, and it’s a pretty good one. Josh Myers was underwhelming as a starting NFL center, but he should be a great backup. He’s being paid that way, making this a good signing.

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Panthers sign LB Christian Rozeboom (1 year, $3.5 million): C+ Grade

Christian Rozeboom was a starting linebacker on the Rams last year. He was in way over his head, however, as he struggled in all facets. He’d be better off as a backup, which is what he’ll presumably be in Carolina, based on this contract. This move is just fine for depth purposes, but the Panthers will be in trouble if Rozeboom has to keep starting.

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Chargers re-sign LB Denzel Perryman (1 year, $3.65 million): A+ Grade

You can tell whenever Denzel Perryman is out of the lineup. His team suddenly gets so much worse against the run. This is what transpired last year, as the Chargers struggled versus the rush when Perryman missed time.

The Chargers did a great job to retain Perryman. There’s a chance he could decline at the age of 32, but given what he’s asked to do, he should be fine. Even still, any decline isn’t a big deal, given that this is a cheap, 1-year contract.

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Titans sign G Kevin Zeitler (1 year, $9 million): A+ or D Grade

This is a great signing if the Titans plan on using the No. 1 overall pick on Cam Ward. They already signed Dan Moore, so with Kevin Zeitler joining the team, they’d have an adequate offensive line to protect their young quarterback. Granted, Zeitler is 35, but he played at a very high level last year.

Conversely, if the Titans go the veteran route, which won’t work, this would be a wasted, counterproductive signing that would only hurt Tennessee’s chances of landing Arch Manning next April.

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Seahawks sign DE DeMarcus Lawrence (3 years, $42 million): D Grade

This would have been an A+ signing three years ago. DeMarcus Lawrence, of course, was a great edge rusher back then. That is not the case anymore. Lawrence is 33, and he played in only four games last season.

I could maybe see the argument for this signing if the Seahawks were ready to compete for a Super Bowl this year. Perhaps they believe they can based on the Sam Darnold contract, but it doesn’t seem like that is the case. Either way, there’s no reason to give a 33-year-old a 3-year contract worth $14 million per season.

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Steelers sign CB Darius Slay (1 year, $10 million): B+ Grade

This contract is fully guaranteed, and it’s one that a team with aspirations of making a deep playoff run would make. The Steelers seem to think they qualify as such, presumably with Aaron Rodgers, based on the moves they’ve made this offseason.

If the Steelers are right, then this contract makes a lot of sense. There’s some risk attached to this because Darius Slay is 34 and could bottom out. However, Slay, who is not nearly the dominant cornerback he once was, happened to be a solid starter for the Eagles last year, and he could play the same way in 2025.

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Lions sign DT Levi Onwuzurike (1 year, $5.5 million): A+ Grade

Based on other contracts we’ve seen, I’m shocked that Levi Onwuzurike didn’t get a massive deal. Onwuzurike doesn’t have much experience, but that can be said of some of the other highly paid defensive tackles. Onwuzurike played well last year, particularly in regard to pressuring the quarterback. He’s 27, so he still has room for growth. I love this 1-year “prove it” deal.

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Broncos sign TE Evan Engram (2 years, $23 million): B+ Grade

Sean Payton may have his next Jimmy Graham, albeit for the short term. Evan Engram, who had some big seasons for Jacksonville, was signed to a 2-year deal to catch passes from Bo Nix.

Evan Engram is a receptions monster, so Nix should utilize him heavily. I love this addition for the Broncos in a vacuum, but the problem is Engram’s age. Engram will turn 31 prior to the start of the season, and he’s coming off a year in which he dealt with injuries, so there’s a chance this could be a failed signing. Still, there’s a ton of upside, and Engram should be able to have one or two more strong seasons.

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Vikings sign DT Javon Hargrave (2 years, $30 million): B Grade

This is a difficult grade. This could end up being a great signing for Minnesota. Javon Hargrave might be a tremendous interior disruptor for the Vikings. He missed most of 2024 with torn triceps, but he logged 26 sacks in the three prior seasons. There’s a chance the Vikings will get that level of play from him.

On the other hand, Hargave is 32 and he’s coming off a season in which he barely played. This is a lot of money for a player like that. I like that the Vikings are taking a chance because they have a good shot to reach the Super Bowl this year, but this could end up backfiring.

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Browns sign DT Maliek Collins (2 years, $20 million): D Grade

The Browns shouldn’t be making moves like this. I gave the Myles Garrett re-signing a “D,” and I’ll do the same for this transaction. The Browns are a team that is very far away from making a deep run into the playoffs, so there’s no reason they should be giving big contracts to 30-year-olds. Collins is a good interior pass rusher who would do well on other teams, but his talent will be wasted in Cleveland.

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Redskins re-sign QB Marcus Mariota (1 year, $8 million): B+ Grade

The Redskins are one of the top teams in the NFL, so they need a premium backup quarterback to keep things afloat if Jayden Daniels were to suffer a multi-week injury. Mariota did a good job in relief of Daniels last year when Daniels injured his ribs. This signing makes sense, and it’s not like Washington is taking on much of a risk.

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Seahawks sign WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling (1 year, $5.5 million): A- Grade

Marquez Valdes-Scantling has played with some great quarterbacks in his career, but it was Derek Carr of all quarterbacks who turned him into a dynamic force. Valdes-Scantling had some huge games last year. Perhaps this was all a fluke, but he’ll have a chance to prove himself in Seattle with D.K. Metcalf and Tyler Lockett gone.

I like this signing. It’s very cheap, so the Seahawks aren’t putting themselves at risk. They’re also giving their new quarterback a potential downfield play-making threat.

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Browns sign OT Cornelius Lucas (2 years, $10 million): B Grade

It was believed that the Redskins had a huge liability at left tackle heading into Jayden Daniels’ rookie year, but this turned out not to be the case. Cornelius Lucas was a surprise performer for Washington. He wasn’t great, but he did a solid job protecting the offensive rookie of the year.

Lucas may have a chance to shield another rookie’s blind side in Cleveland with Jedrick Wills leaving the team. I like this move, given that the Browns are getting Lucas at a very reasonable price. The downside is that Lucas is 34, but they could get decent production out of him.

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Chargers re-sign C Bradley Bozeman (2 years, $6.5 million): B+ Grade

Bradley Bozeman re-signed with the Chargers a couple of days ago, but we’re finally getting the contract details. Bozeman’s 2-year deal is worth $6.25 million, which is very cheap considering that it was initially reported that he received $12 million per year.

Bozeman is not a very good center because he struggles in pass protection. However, he’s a solid run blocker, which is what Jim Harbaugh wants out of his linemen. This is a decent signing, given the cheap price.

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Falcons sign CB Mike Ford (2 years, $4 million): B+ Grade

I don’t normally grade special teams signings, but Day 3 of free agency is slow thus far. The Falcons had a bottom-10 special teams unit last year. They needed to make upgrades in this area, and Mike Ford certainly qualifies. Ford is an excellent special teamer, so he’ll be able to help Atlanta in that regard at a cheap price.

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Titans sign WR Van Jefferson (1 year, $2.5 million): B- Grade

The Titans lost Nick Westbrook-Ikhine this offseason, so they needed another depth piece in the receiving corps. Van Jefferson is a step down from the Miami-bound Westbrook-Ikhine, but he had an 800-yard season at some point in his career. This was in Sean McVay’s offense, so I wouldn’t expect Jefferson to ever repeat that again, but it’s hard to hate on a deal worth just $2.5 million.

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Dolphins re-sign LB Tyrel Dodson (2 years, $8.25 million): B+ Grade

Most linebackers who sign deals like this are two-down players who thrive against the run and struggle in coverage. Tyrel Dodson is the opposite. Dodson excels in coverage, but happens to be a big liability in run support. This contract makes sense for Dodson, who can continue to play in sub packages at a cheap price.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 11 Updates

Bills sign DE Joey Bosa (1 year, $12.6 million): A+ Grade

It was believed all along that Joey Bosa would sign with the 49ers to play with his brother. However, the Bills stepped in and saw that this would not happen. They managed to replace Von Miller by signing Bosa to a 1-year deal.

This is the type of move that could put the Bills over the top of the Chiefs. The key to beating Patrick Mahomes is to pressure him heavily without blitzing, as we just saw in the Super Bowl. Bosa is a terrific edge rusher, so he would allow Buffalo to do that. The one concern here is that Bosa is injury-prone, so he could miss extensive action once again. This is just a chance the Bills had to take, however, and given that Bosa was signed to a 1-year deal, there aren’t any major long-term ramifications.

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49ers sign WR Demarcus Robinson (2 years, $9.5 million): B+ Grade

It’s not a surprise that the 49ers signed a veteran receiver. They traded Deebo Samuel and won’t have Brandon Aiyuk for a chunk of the season because of an injury. With Jauan Jennings and Ricky Pearsall serving as the top two options at the position, Robinson will provide a solid tertiary downfield target. He was a solid threat for Matthew Stafford, particularly in the end zone, so Brock Purdy should utilize him well until Aiyuk is ready to play. This is a solid signing, especially when considering that the 49ers are taking a player from one of their primary rivals.

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Raiders sign CB Eric Stokes (1 year, $4 million): B- Grade

Like Devin Bush – see the grade below – Eric Stokes is a former first-round bust. The difference is that unlike Bush, Stokes hasn’t displayed any positivity. He struggled last year and was benched in October. However, he’s still young and has potential as a result, which would explain this signing. There’s no downside, so it’s tough to hate it.

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Browns re-sign ILB Devin Bush (1 year, $3.25 million): A Grade

Devin Bush is seen as a bust, given that he was a former first-round pick. If he were a mid-round selection, the consensus was that he had carved out a solid career for himself. Bush had a rocky start to his NFL playing days, but just had his best year as a pro. Bush was stellar as a two-down linebacker, thriving in run support. He was abused in coverage, but Bush was brought back on a cheap contract to continue clamping down on the run.

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Titans sign S Xavier Woods (2 years, $10 million): B Grade

The Titans obtained two talented cornerbacks last offseason, and now they’re trying to pair them with a quality safety. Xavier Woods was definitely described as such a couple of years ago, but things have changed recently. Woods, now 30, didn’t cover very well last year. Perhaps this was age-based regression. He could rebound, but there’s a chance this decline continues. The good news is that the Titans aren’t really taking a big risk with this signing.

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Ravens sign WR DeAndre Hopkins (1 year, $5 million): C Grade

This signing will be heavily discussed, but I don’t thin it’ll move the needle at all. Hopkins was a non-factor in many games down the stretch last year despite being paired with Patrick Mahomes. Then, in the Super Bowl, Hopkins dropped the biggest pass of his life. Hopkins, now 33, is cooked. It’s a shame because he’s had such a great career, but I don’t see him contributing much this year. Having said that, this is a cheap, 1-year deal, so it won’t backfire if Hopkins disappoints.

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Bills re-sign RB Ty Johnson (2 years, $5 million): A Grade

Ty Johnson is a nice weapon for Josh Allen. He’s a quality backup and a nifty receiver out of the backfield. He deserved a bit more than $5 million over two years, so the Bills deserve a high grade for this re-signing.

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Dolphins sign WR Nick Westbrook-Ikhine (2 years, $6.5 million): A Grade

I’m surprised that in this receiver-inflated market that Nick Westbrook-Ikhine didn’t earn more money this offseason. Not that I believe he deserved it, but because he had so many touchdowns last year. I love this depth signing at a cheap price, given that Tyreek Hill has hinted at leaving Miami.

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Cardinals sign QB Jacoby Brissett (1 year, $10 million): B+ Grade

Of all the teams that need a premium backup quarterback, the Cardinals rank near the top. Kyler Murray is frail and has lasted just one full season in his career. He was able to play every game last year, but that should be seen as a fluke.

This is a strong signing for the Cardinals. Not only is Jacoby Brissett a premium backup; he also worked with offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, so there will be a smooth transition to his new team.

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Saints sign S Justin Reid (3 years, $31.5 million): A+ Grade

More Saints money laundering? Where are they getting this money from? I thought they were billions over the cap!

This doesn’t actually qualify as money laundering because Justin Reid is a great player. He’s excellent when it comes to both coverage and run support. He’s also relatively young (28), so he’ll likely play at the top of his game throughout the duration of this contract. This is an outstanding signing.

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Cowboys sign DE Payton Turner (1 year, $3 million): B Grade

It’s hard to believe Payton Turner was once a first-round pick because he’s done nothing in his career. He hasn’t topped two sacks in any of his four seasons. However, Turner is only 26, so there’s a slight chance that he’ll be a late bloomer, especially with the opposition so focused on Micah Parsons. The Cowboys are buying at the very lowest on Turner and are risking nothing, so this is a solid move.

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Falcons sign DE/OLB Leonard Floyd (1 year, $10 million): A+ Grade

That was fast. The 49ers cut Leonard Floyd earlier in the day, perhaps anticipating the addition of Joey Bosa. Hours later, Floyd signed a 1-year contract with the Falcons.

It’s odd that Floyd didn’t allow the market to develop for him, but the Falcons won’t complain. Floyd has been a highly productive pass rusher who should be able to perform like Atlanta expected Matthew Judon last year. The one concern with Floyd is that he’s 32, but that’s mitigated by this team-friendly, 1-year contract.

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Falcons re-sign CB Mike Hughes (3 years, $18 million): B Grade

Mike Hughes is coming off the best season of his career, but he’s been inconsistent over the years. It would have been a mistake to give him a big deal as a reward for his 2024 campaign, so this contract is a good one. Hughes is a versatile cornerback, so Atlanta did well to keep him.

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Saints re-sign TE Juwan Johnson (3 years, $34.5 million): D- Grade

Between this deal and the Chase Young contract, I’m convinced the Saints are laundering money. If they begin opening up riverboat casinos, we’ll know for sure.

I don’t understand this signing. Juwan Johnson is athletic and has enjoyed some big games, but he’s as mediocre as they come. There’s no reason to give him this much money. I came close to issuing a Millen grade, but Johnson possesses upside and could improve.

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Buccaneers re-sign DE/OLB Anthony Nelson (2 years, $10 million): B Grade

The Buccaneers were top 10 in pressure rate last year, but they blitzed at a very high frequency. They already signed Haason Reddick to ensure that their pass rush improves. Retaining Anthony Nelson will help as well. Nelson is a solid rotational edge rusher who has accumulated 17.5 sacks in the past four years. He’s quality depth, so this re-signing makes sense.

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Cowboys re-sign WR/KR KaVontae Turpin (3 years, $18 million): A Grade

The first thing I thought when I saw this contract was that the Cowboys could begin to use KaVontae Turpin more offensively. They certainly didn’t utilize him correctly on offense, especially when considering the lack of talent at receiver outside of CeeDee Lamb. Either way, keeping Turpin is a great move because he’s one of the most electric return specialists in the NFL. It’ll be shocking if he doesn’t outplay this contract.

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Browns sign DE Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (1 year, $4.8 million): B Grade

Joe Tryon-Shoyinka has been a major bust. He was chosen with the final pick in the opening round of the 2024 NFL Draft, but barely generated any pressure. He had just two sacks in 2024. However, Tryon-Shoyinka is still young (26), so perhaps he’ll be a late bloomer. It’ll certainly help his cause that Myles Garrett will command tons of attention on the other side. Tryon-Shoyinka could continue to struggle, but the Browns aren’t taking much of a risk with this signing.

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Cardinals re-sign WR Zay Jones (1 year, $4.4 million): B Grade

I’m surprised Zay Jones re-signed with the Cardinals. He was productive elsewhere, namely in Jacksonville with Trevor Lawrence, but didn’t do much in Arizona. Jones was suspended to start the year and never was able to gel with Kyler Murray. Jones going back to the Jaguars made sense, but he has decided to stay put. Jones should have better success in 2025, and if that’s the case, then Arizona is getting a tertiary receiver at a cheap price.

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Texans sign DL Mario Edwards (2 years, $9.5 million): B- Grade

The Texans have gotten rid of all of their offensive linemen, but at least they’re keeping players on the defensive front. Re-signing Mario Edwards is a fine move. He’s an OK rotational pass rusher, but gets beaten up in run support. This is a slight overpay, but definitely not an egregious one.

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Redskins sign S Will Harris (2 years, $8 million): B Grade

Will Harris has been an inconsistent player throughout his career. He had one strong season with the Lions, but then went on to struggle. However, he’s coming off his best year, so it’s nice that the Redskins are able to acquire him without overpaying for him. This is a decent signing where the Redskins are getting a quality depth player at virtually no risk.

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Texans sign G Laken Tomlinson (1 year, $4.25 million): C+ Grade

The Texans must have looked into what Charley Casserly did to David Carr about 20 years ago and thought he was onto something. In the past week, Houston has jettisoned three starting offensive linemen, including Laremy Tunsil, and only signed Laken Tomlinson in return. C.J. Stroud can’t be very happy right now.

Tomlinsonw as once a solid guard, but those days are long gone. He wasn’t terrible for the Seahawks last year, but he wasn’t good either. He’s a fine backup at this stage of his career, so the details of this contract would suggest that is Houston views him. However, given the holes on the offensive line, Tomlinson currently projects as a starter, which is horrible news for Stroud.

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Chiefs sign CB Kristian Fulton (2 years, $20 million): A Grade

I didn’t view cornerback as being a big need for the Chiefs. Then again, this is not a huge contract. In fact, it’s a great bargain for Kristian Fulton, who is coming off his best season as a pro. Fulton, 27, has experienced an inconsistent career in the NFL, but perhaps his 2024 performance is a sign of things to come. I like that the Chiefs stole this player from a rival so they can use him to combat the best opposing quarterback in the division.

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Colts sign QB Daniel Jones (1 year, $14 million): A Grade

The Colts had a major dilemma with Anthony Richardson. They could keep starting him, but that would just reward his lethargy. If they go with another quarterback, they could be missing out on his upside. The solution was to sign another young quarterback with potential.

Giants fans may scoff at this acquisition, but New York’s front office never properly surrounded Jones with talent. Jones never had adequate pass protection. He also lacked a No. 1 receiver until Malik Nabers last year, and that’s when Saquon Barkley departed. Jones will be able to lean on some quality teammates in Indianapolis, so perhaps he can finally live up to expectations.

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Cowboys sign DT Solomon Thomas (2 years, $8 million): B Grade

The Cowboys lost Chauncey Golston to the Giants, so it would make sense that they’d sign someone to their defensive line rotation. That someone is Solomon Thomas, whom the 49ers famously once drafted over Patrick Mahomes.

Thomas has been a bust as a former No. 3 overall pick, but he’s at least carved out a decent career as a rotational pass rusher. He has 10 sacks in the past two seasons, so he’ll be able to help Dallas get after the quarterback a bit. He’s a major liability in run support, however, so he’s not anywhere close to being an every-down player.

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Vikings sign G Will Fries (5 years, $88 million): B+ Grade

The Vikings quite literally signed Ryan Kelly and said, “I’d like Fries with that.” With Kelly and now Will Fries, Minnesota has signed two players away from Indianapolis’ offensive line.

Fries may not be a household name, but he was performing as one of the top guards in the NFL last year before suffering a leg injury. I like this move, as the Vikings have made two great additions to the offensive line to aid J.J. McCarthy’s protection. The contract is worth slightly more than I anticipated, but shielding a young quarterback from harm should always be a priority.

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Falcons sign LB Divine Deablo (2 years, $14 million): B Grade

If the Falcons were looking to improve against the run, they found their man. Divine Deablo is a solid two-down linebacker who helps to clamp down on the run. He’s poor in coverage, however, so Atlanta should not use him in that regard. Given the terms of this contract, it doesn’t appear as though the Falcons have aspirations to do so, which makes this signing pretty decent.

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Dolphins sign S Ifeatu Melifonwu (1 year, $4 million): A+ Grade

It didn’t take the Dolphins very long to replace Jevon Holland. They did so by signing former Lions safety Ifeatu Melifonwu to a 1-year “prove it” deal worth just $4 million.

Melifonwu isn’t as great as Holland, but he’s still a very good player. He’s signing this sort of a contract because he missed most of 2024 due to injury, but he was excellent in 2023. This is an amazing signing that has no risk and offers nothing but upside.

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Vikings sign DT Jonathan Allen (3 years, $60 million): D Grade

I’ve seen this signing be applauded by some. Those people clearly haven’t watched Jonathan Allen over the past couple of years. Allen has been in steady decline, thanks to age (30) and injuries. I get the feeling the Vikings haven’t watched Allen either.

I would’ve loved this signing for Minnesota a couple of years ago. Now, this is laughably bad. Perhaps Brian Flores can turn Allen’s career around, but the former Redskin is 30, so giving him this sort of a contract is irresponsible.

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Giants sign S Jevon Holland (3 years, $45 million): A Grade

The Giants are often criticized for allowing Saquon Barkley to leave, but the Super Bowl champion running back isn’t the only signficiant player to depart last offseason. Star safety Xavier McKinney was also missed, so the Giants are at least making amends for that with this signing.

Jevon Holland is an athletic and instinctive safety. He’s a great talent, though he’s coming off a down year. Still, he’s only 25, and should be able to provide a huge upgrade to New York’s secondary.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 10 Updates

Buccaneers sign DE Haason Reddick (1 year, $14 million): A+ Grade

Tom Brady was obviously one reason the Buccaneers won the Super Bowl four years ago. Another was the dynamic pass rush. The Buccaneers generated a ton of heat on opposing quarterbacks, but that diminished recently. This is an obvious strategy to counter that regression.

Jets fans may scoff at this signing after Haason Reddick held out and slacked off last year. However, Reddick is an extremely talented edge player who will be a major upgrade for the Buccaneers. There isn’t much risk with this signing either, given that it’s for only one season, so I love this move.

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Giants sign DE Chauncey Golston (3 years, $19.5 million): B Grade

The Giants already had two dangerous edge rushers, but in a division with Jalen Hurts and Jayden Daniels, you can never have enough talent as far as pass rushers are concerned. Chauncey Golston hasn’t done all that much in his career to justify this price tag, but he logged six sacks last season and showed potential. He’s somewhat young (27), so perhaps he can continue to improve with the Giants. This signing makes sense and should be graded in the “B” range.

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Patriots sign QB Josh Dobbs (2 years, $8 million): B+ Grade

I’ve mentioned repeatedly that mediocre backup quarterbacks tend to earn about $4 million. That’s exactly how much Joshua Dobbs will be earning from the Patriots. He has proven himself to be a capable, average backup quarterback, so this signing makes sense. It’ll be nice for Drake Maye to have a smart, veteran quarterback in the room with him.

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Giants sign CB Paulson Adebo (3 years, $54 million): C+ Grade

The Giants needed a top cornerback. They’ve decided to pay Paulson Adebo like a top cornerback, but I’m still not sure if they have a top cornerback.

Adebo played well for the Saints last year before breaking his leg in Week 7. He was a solid defender, but wasn’t anything special. He play certainly didn’t warrant this huge price tag. However, Adebo is young (26) and has talent, so perhaps he’ll grow into the role. This is likely an overpay, however.

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Patriots sign LB Robert Spillane (3 years, $37.5 million): B+ Grade

Robert Spillane really blossomed under Antonio Pierce. There was some concern that Spillane wouldn’t fare as well without Pierce, but he’ll be playing for another defensive mastermind in Mike Vrabel.

I like this signing. Spillane is a very good defender who will be filling a need. The price is fair, so a B+ grade seems warranted.

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Raiders sign LB Elandon Roberts (1 year, $3 million): B+ Grade

Elandon Roberts is a two-down player who thrives in run support, but struggles in coverage. That’s perfectly fine for the Raiders, given their need and the contract they gave to Roberts. This is a quality signing, as Roberts will be an important early-down role player in their defense despite being signed very cheaply.

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Cowboys sign G Robert Jones (1 year, $4.5 million): B- Grade

Robert Jones is a former undrafted free agent who became a full-time starter for the first time in his carer. Unfortunately, Jones did not play very well, struggling in all aspects. It makes sense for Dallas to sign him into a backup role in the wake of Zack Martin’s retirement, but Dak Prescott will be in trouble if Jones has to start a large number of games.

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Jets sign S Andre Cisco (1 year, $10 million): B+ Grade

Andre Cisco was a quality coverage safety in 2022 and 2023. It’s unclear what happened last year, but he struggled. Perhaps there was an undisclosed injury because Cisco is only 25, so it’s not like he’s an older player aging out of the NFL.

I like this move by the Jets. I’m a fan of 1-year “prove it” deals because players who sign those sort of contracts will always play hard, and there’s not much risk to the team.

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Vikings re-sign CB Byron Murphy (3 years, $66 million): A Grade

While the Vikings found a new center to help them on offense, they’ve addressed their defense by keeping one of their best players. That would be Byron Murphy, who was re-signed to a 3-year deal in which he’ll be paid $22 million per season.

Murphy is an excellent cornerback who is coming off a great season. He’s only 27, so he’ll play at a high level throughout the duration of this contract. Keeping him is a great decision.

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Chargers sign RB Najee Harris (1 year, $9.25 million): A Grade

If Najee Harris weren’t a former first-round pick, no one would be talking about him as being a bust. In fact, people would be praising him for panning out, given that he has rushed for at least 1,000 yards in each of his first four seasons. However, Harris was a first-round pick and hasn’t been special enough to warrant such a resource.

Of course, the Chargers aren’t tied to this compensation. In fact, they’re getting him for just one season, so there aren’t any damaging long-term ramifications from this contract. Harris will be a more durable back than what the Chargers had last year in J.K. Dobbins.

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Saints re-sign DE Chase Young (3 years, $51 million): C Grade

Here’s another Mandela Effect signing. I was under the impression that after a strong start to his career, Chase Young had nothing but mediocre outputs as a journeyman, thanks to numerous injuries. Is this wrong? Has he been a superstar this entire time? Did I really eat Jiffy peanut butter as a kid?

I don’t understand this contract. Well, I do, sort of. Young is a very talented player, and he’s still young (26). However, he’s coming off an average season, which has become the norm for him, as he’s never recovered from his multiple injuries. Perhaps Young will eventually live up to his potential, but it seems more likely that he’ll continue to be a mediocre producer. This contract is a major risk by a Saints team that already has some major financial issues.

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Dolphins sign G James Daniels (3 years, $24 million): A+ Grade

Tua Tagovailoa and De’Von Achane have to be thrilled right now. The blocking in front of them was putrid last year, particularly in the interior. Miami’s guard-center-guard combo was the worst in the conference.

James Daniels will make sure that won’t be the case again. He’s one of the better interior linemen in the NFL, so he’ll provide a massive upgrade. It must be noted that he’s coming off a torn Achilles, but he suffered that injury early in the season, so he should be good to go to open the 2025 season.

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Broncos sign LB Dre Greenlaw (3 years, $35 million): A Grade

The Broncos are having an amazing day. Just after signing a star safety, they managed to continue to bolster the middle of the field by signing Dre Greenlaw away from the 49ers.

Greenlaw barely played last year because he was coming off an injury he suffered in the Super Bowl. When healthy, however, Greenlaw has shown that he can be terrific in both run support and pass coverage. Other linebacers have signed for more this month, yet Greenlaw is arguably better than all of them.

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Cowboys sign RB Javonte Williams (1 year, $3.5 million): A Grade

Javonte Williams was great for the Broncos – until he suffered a torn ACL early in his career. Unfortunately, he has never been the same since suffering that injury. It seemed like he’d have a good shot to rebound last year, but the Broncos opted to use other running backs over him. Still, there’s a chance that Williams can finally revert back to old form. He might just be damaged goods, but the Cowboys aren’t really risking anything with this signing.

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Bills sign DE Michael Hoecht (3 years, $24 million): B- Grade

Michael Hoecht is a quality rotational edge player who will have to fill the departed Von Miller’s shoes. Hoecht has done well as a pass rusher, logging five sacks per year over the past three seasons, all while holding up well against the run. Hoecht is a bit overpaid here, but I don’t think this is a terrible deal by any means. You can never have too many pass rushers when trying to beat Patrick Mahomes.

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Patriots sign WR Mack Hollins (2 years, $8.4 million): B Grade

Mack “Fred Flintstone” Hollins had some bright moments for the Bills last year, but he’s mostly a No. 4 receiver. He’s a fine addition for the Patriots to strengthen their receiving depth. I wouldn’t count on Hollins producing much, but he’ll be a better quaternary option for Drake Maye.

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Giants re-sign WR Darius Slayton (3 years, $36 million): C- Grade

Giants fans hoping for their team to find an upgrade at receiver to complement Malik Nabers must be disappointed. Darius Slayton has been a mediocre producer for the Giants in the six years he’s been with the team. That will continue on this colossal 3-year contract. I don’t understand why the Giants believe Slayton is worth this sum of money, but we’ve seen some wild contracts given to receivers over the years, so I can’t say I’m surprised to see something like this.

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Bengals sign LB Oren Burks (2 years, $5 million): A- Grade

The Bengals have poor personnel on defense, so they need all the help they can get, which includes depth. Oren Burks filled in very well last year when Nakobe Dean got hurt. He can serve a similar role in Cincinnati, all while playing well on special teams. This is a quality signing.

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Panthers re-sign CB Michael Jackson (2 years, $14.5 million): A- Grade

Michael Jackson has been a solid cornerback for the Seahawks and Panthers over the past couple of years. He’s not great by any means, but he’s underrated, and judging by this contract, he’s also underpaid. I like this move by the Panthers to retain one of their few competent defenders from last season.

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Vikings sign C Ryan Kelly (2 years, $18 million): A+ Grade

This is a great deal for Minnesota. Ryan Kelly is usually ranked among the best centers in the NFL. This will change soon because he’s 32. He also dealt with some injuries last year. However, centers have been known to play well into their mid-30s, so there’s a good chance Kelly rebounds and plays very well this upcoming season. The Vikings are getting him at a great bargain, so this signing should be graded as an A+.

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Panthers sign DT Tershawn Wharton (3 years, $54 million): C- Grade

Think the Panthers panicked after not getting Milton Williams? This is a colossal overpay. Tershawn Wharton is a nice player who can serve as a potent pass-rushing presence. He logged seven sacks last year, so I don’t hate him as a player. However, he’s undersized and can only play a limited number of snaps as a result. He’s a massive liability against the run. Wharton should have gotten about half as much as he did in this contract.

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Steelers sign LB Malik Harrison (2 years, $10 million): C Grade

This is an overpay. Malik Harrison is a fine backup who can play the run somewhat decently. However, he tends to get abused in coverage, so he can only be a part-time player at best. I don’t get why he deserves $5 million per season, but it’s not like this contract will kill the Steelers.

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Dolphins sign QB Zach Wilson (1 year, $6 million): C Grade

This is the opposite of what the Dolphins need. Tua Tagovailoa is often concussed, so the Dolphins had to find a reliable veteran backup. Zach Wilson has plenty of potential, but he’s not reliable at all because he’s still an unfinished product.

I’d feel better about this signing for the Dolphins if they had a head coach who could develop quarterback talent. Mike McDaniel has proven to be incompetent in this regard, as we all saw last year when he was completely overwhelmed in the wake of Tagovailoa’s injury. Wilson should have gone to a team with a better offensive-minded coach.

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Colts sign CB Charvarius Ward (3 years, $60 million): B- Grade

This has the potential to be a great signing for the Colts. Charvarius Ward is a very talented cornerback who should be able to fill a position of need. However, there’s a downside that can’t be ignored. Ward is 30, and he dealt with injuries last year. He could be on his way out of the NFL, so this is a very risky signing. I don’t hate the move at all, but there’s a very low floor to this deal.

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Texans sign DE/OLB Darrell Taylor (1 year, $5.25 million): B+ Grade

Bears fans won’t like this signing. Chicago acquired Darrell Taylor, who turned out to be a huge disappointment for them. However, Taylor had 23 sacks in three seasons with the Seahawks, so perhaps he’ll rebound with DeMeco Ryans. Taylor is still fairly young at 28, so there’s no reason to think he won’t have a bounce-back season.

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Titans sign LB Cody Barton (3 years, $21 million): B- Grade

If the Titans were looking to get better against the run, they found their man. Cody Barton is excellent in run support, so he’ll definitely help in that regard. The problem with Barton is that he gets abused in coverage. He’s a major liability against the pass, so there is a downside to this signing.

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Panthers sign DT Bobby Brown (3 years, $21 million): B+ Grade

The Panthers have done a lot to improve their run defense. Their latest move was signing Bobby Brown, a massive lineman who can help stop the rush. Brown doesn’t provide anything as a pass rusher, but he’ll certainly help on early downs. This contract is fair for Brown, who is very young (24).

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Raiders re-sign C Malcolm Koonce (1 year, $12 million): A+ Grade

Malcolm Koonce may not be a household name like Maxx Crosby or Christian Wilkins, but he’s a talented edge rusher. He was sorely missed last year when he tore his ACL in practice prior to the start of the season. It’s unclear if Koonce can fully bounce back in 2025, but given that he tore his ACL early in the season, he has a chance to rebound. I love 1-year “prove it” deals like this, as the Raiders will be getting Koonce at 100-percent effort.

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Jaguars sign C Robert Hainsey (3 years, $21 million): B Grade

I figured a Buccaneer player would follow Liam Coen to Jacksonville. I thought it would be Chris Godwin, however. Robert Hainsey ended up being that player, and he should be Jacksonville’s new starting center. Hainsey is a career backup, but he has shown well when asked to start. He also knows Coen’s offense, so this will be a smooth transition. I’m not crazy about the contract, but I think it’s an OK deal.

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Packers sign CB Nate Hobbs (4 years, $48 million): A+ Grade

Here’s another splash for the Packers. Nate Hobbs is a terrific slot cornerback. His role wouldn’t have been as great two decades go, but the NFL has changed, and now he plays a crucial role.

I love this move. The Packers needed to strengthen their secondary, and Hobbs will allow that to happen. Hobbs is also just 26, so there shouldn’t be any regression throughout the duration of this deal.

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Panthers sign DE Patrick Jones (2 years, $20 million): A Grade

The Panthers had the worst pressure rate in the NFL last year. It got better when D.J. Wonnum returned from injury, but Carolina’s inability to get to the quarterback was still a huge problem.

Patrick Jones will certainly help in that regard. Serving as just a rotational player last year, Jones had seven sacks and played well against the run. He’ll be more productive in a larger role, and at 26, he has plaenty of potential.

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Jets sign CB Brandon Stephens (3 years, $36 million): D Grade

It was rumored that the Jets were interested in Carlton Davis. After missing out on Davis, who signed with the Patriots, and losing D.J. Reed to the Lions, the Jets may have panicked.

This is a confusing contract. Brandon Stephens was partly responsible for why the Ravens were so poor against the pass last year. He played better in 2023, but he was a major liability last year. Perhaps Aaron Glenn can get Stephens to perform like he did in 2023, but there was no reason to overpay him like this.

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Panthers sign S Trevon Moehrig (3 years, $51 million): B Grade

The Raiders haven’t had great play at safety over the years, but Trevon Moehrig was an exception. He hasn’t been very good in coverage, but he’s a tremendous force in run support. He’s also just 26, so there’s room for improvement.

I like this addition for the Panthers, who were woeful against the run last year. It’s a bit expensive, but the Panthers will definitely benefit from having Moehrig on their roster.

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Chargers sign CB Donte Jackson (2 years, $13 million): B Grade

There was some optimism for the Steelers when they acquired Donte Jackson last offseason. However, he struggled with Pittsburgh and lasted only a year with the team. There’s a chance he’ll rebound with the Chargers, who needed a cornerback, so I like that he was obtained cheaply. Then again, there’s a chance that Jackson is just past his prime at 29 and never recovers.

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Raiders sign S Jeremy Chinn (2 years, $16 million): A Grade

I haven’t liked everything the Raiders have done this offseason. OK, let’s face it, I haven’t liked anything they’ve done. However, this seems like a very good move. Jeremy Chinn is coming off a solid season. He was stout in run support and covered well. He’ll provide an upgrade at a position that has been a weakness for the Raiders for quite a while.

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Bengals sign DT T.J. Slaton (2 years, $15.1 million): C- Grade

The Bengals sorely missed many of their departed free agents last year, including D.J. Reader. It’s not a surprise that they obtained a new defensive tackle, but I imagine Cincinnati supporters were hopeful for something better.

T.J. Slaton should just be a mediocre-at-best rotational piece for the Bengals. Slaton struggled against the run last year and didn’t add much of a pass rush, but he’s a big body who should be better versus the rush.

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Packers sign G Aaron Banks (4 years, $77 million): B Grade

The Packers don’t often make moves in free agency, but when they do, it’s often a big splash. This qualifies, as Aaron Banks will be set to make nearly $20 million per year to bolster the offensive line.

This is an overpay, but not an egregious one. Aaron Banks is a good guard, but not a great guard. However, he’s just 27, so he can improve upon his game. He should be a valuable piece to help “No Cookie” Jordan Love and Josh Jacobs have better seasons.

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Bears sign DT Grady Jarrett (3 years, $43.5 million): D Grade

This contract is pretty wild. The Falcons just cut Grady Jarrett, yet the veteran defensive tackle was snatched up very quickly. Most of the moves done today were discussed at the combine, but this just happened even though Atlanta was willing to part ways with its long-time player.

The Bears must not have watched tape on Jarrett. If they had, they wouldn’t have given him this much money. Jarrett used to be a terrific defensive lineman, but at 32, he looked washed last year. Perhaps he can rebound with one more strong season, but this is a huge overpay.

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Jaguars sign G/OT Patrick Mekari (3 years, $37.5 million): A Grade

The Jaguars needed to do everything in their power to bolster their offensive line. They still have work to do in that regard, but this signing was a great start to their offseason plans.

Patrick Mekari struggled at right tackle, but found a home at guard. He’ll be able to play well there if the Jaguars use him correctly. Utilizing him at tackle would be a big blunder, so whether Mekari pans out in Jacksonville will depend on where he starts.

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Cardinals sign DE Josh Sweat (4 years, $76.4 million): A Grade

It’s been a while since the Cardinals have maintained a dynamic pass rush. J.J. Watt and Chandler Jones were on the roster back then. Arizona has now taken a big step in reviving their pass rush.

Josh Sweat is a very talented edge player. He has accumulated 37 sacks in the past four years despite playing in a rotation. He also could have won Super Bowl MVP. He’ll post greater numbers in a more significant role, so he’ll be instrumental in improving a horrible defense.

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49ers sign TE Luke Farrell (3 years, $20.3 million): D Grade

I hate these contracts. Blocking tight ends are a dime a dozen. Farrell is a good blocker, particularly in pass protection, but players like this can be found everywhere. Yet, they continue to be overpaid. And I’ll continue to give the teams signing them poor grades.

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Bills sign WR Joshua Palmer (3 years, $36 million): C Grade

It’s a great time to be a mediocre NFL receiver because business is booming for those players. Joshua Palmer was thought to have some potential last year because he had a 769-yard season in the past. Palmer, however, was a major disappointment.

There’s some potential here for Palmer, so I don’t hate this signing. This is an overpay, but receivers like this are being overpaid left and right anyway, and we’ve seen worse contracts than this.

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Bengals sign RB Samaje Perine (2 years, $3.8 million): B Grade

It was initially reported that Samaje Perine signed a 3-year deal worth $22 million. That would have earned the motherload of all Millen grades. This was an error, however, as Perine’s deal is worth just $3.8 million over two seasons. This makes sense, as the Bengals needed a backup behind Chase Brown, and Perine is very familiar with the offense.

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Broncos sign S Talanoa Hufanga (3 years, $45 million): A+ Grade

Talanoa Hufanga was one of the top players on the market, regardless of position. Somehow, he’s gotten deals comparable to what other safeties have received, which doesn’t make any sense.

The only negative about Hufanga was that he was hurt last year. However, he’s a young, dynamic play-maker who will provide an immense upgrade to Denver’s secondary. This is an A+ signing.

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Jaguars sign WR Dyami Brown (1 year, $10 million): C+ Grade

At first glance, this seems like an insane amount of money for Dyami Brown. However, he’s only 25 and showed some potential last year with a couple of big games down the stretch. There’s a chance that he could develop into a viable starter in the NFL. That’s not something I would bet on, but I can’t grade this contract too poorly because of the upside. Still, the Jaguars should have been able to obtain Brown at a cheaper rate.

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Colts sign S Camryn Bynum (3 years, $48 million): C Grade

The Colts had major problems stopping the pass last year, so it’s understandable that they would sign a safety. What they should have done, however, is obtain a safety who was good in coverage last year.

Camryn Bynum is young (26) and plays the run very well. However, he’s been inconsistent in coverage, so this is an overpay. There’s a chance he improves, so I don’t totally hate this deal.

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Bears sign DE Dayo Odeyingbo (3 years, $48 million): B- Grade

Dayo Odeyingbo is coming off a down year, so I didn’t think he’d get a contract like this. He struggled to get to the quarterback and was even worse versus the run in 2024. This did not affect his free agency haul, however.

Despite the down year, I can see why the Bears gave Odeyingbo so much money. He logged 12 sacks in 2023, and he’s only 25. He has immense upside, so that obviously has to be considered for this grade.

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Patriots sign DT Milton Williams (4 years, $104 million): C+ Grade

The poor Panthers thought they signed Milton Williams earlier today, but they were beaten to the punch by the Patriots. New England upped the price and managed to snatch Williams.

New England paid a ton of money for Williams. The former Eagle is a tremendous talent, but was just a rotational player in Philadelphia. He’ll produce more in a full-time role in New England. This signing could definitely pan out, but there’s a very bad history of large defensive linemen receiving nine-figure deals, so I wouldn’t have given Williams this much money.

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Jets sign QB Justin Fields (2 years, $40 million): B Grade

When I first saw this contract, I thought it was a lot of money for a quarterback who was benched for a decrepit Russell Wilson last year. However, Justin Fields is still young (26) and has loads of potential, so I don’t mind a team taking a shot on him, especially when Sam Darnold just got $100 million.

One of two things will happen: Either Fields will stink and the Jets will have to search for a new quarterback next offseason, or Fields will finally live up to his potential and become a solid starter. Part of me wonders if the Jets should have just gone with Tim Boyle and tanked for Arch Manning, but as Jets fans learned in 2020, there’s no guarantee that plan would work.

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Jaguars sign S Eric Murray (3 years, $22.5 million): D Grade

The Jaguars have a long history of overpaying for mediocre players, and the tradition has continued in this new regime of theirs. Signing Eric Murray to a contract worth more than $7 million per season seems insane. Not only is Murray just an average player who has been a backup in two of the past three seasons; he’s also 31. He had some nice moments last year, but he shouldn’t have received this sort of money from anyone.

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Seahawks sign QB Sam Darnold (3 years, $100.5 million): C Grade

The Seahawks made a great trade a couple of days ago when they unloaded mediocre 35-year-old quarterback Geno Smith for a third-round pick. The question was what they were going to do to replace him. A quarterback draft pick made sense. Instead, Seattle signed Sam Darnold.

Seattle probably would have been better off rolling the dice on a quarterback. Darnold has struggled for most of his career. He was great last season, but he won’t have Kevin O’Connell or Justin Jefferson aiding him this time around. Darnold also tends to fold in big moments. However, he’s still young (28) and possesses talent. Plus, he’s familiar with offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, so he should have a smooth transition.

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Rams sign DT Poona Ford (3 years, $30 million): A- Grade

The Chargers are usually poor against the run. That changed last year, thanks to Poona Ford’s presence. Ford was a forceful body against the rush and was able to generate some pressure on the quarterback.

This is a great move for the Rams. Their one weakness last year was their struggles against the run. Ford providing an upgrade in the trenches will certainly help in that regard.

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Jaguars sign QB Nick Mullens (2 years, $6.5 million): B+ Grade

Finally, we have a reasonable backup quarterback contract. Mediocre reserve signal-callers should get about $4 million per year. Nick Mullens qualifies as being an average backup, and yet he’s getting less than that.

This is an important move for the Jaguars. Trevor Lawrence has spent the past two seasons on the injury report, so Jacksonville needed a reliable backup for the former No. 1 overall pick.

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Lions sign CB D.J. Reed (3 years, $48 million): A Grade

It’s interesting that Aaron Glenn has gone from the Lions to the Jets, while D.J. Reed is making the opposite move. Reed will be playing for the Lions for the next three years, but won’t have Glenn coaching him.

This is a key signing for Detroit. Carlton Davis just left the team, so a replacement at cornerback was sorely needed. Reed is even better than Davis, so Detroit is making an upgrade at a very reasonable price. I love this move.

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Vikings sign CB Isaiah Rodgers (2 years, $15 million): B- Grade

My initial reaction to this signing was that this was a lot of money for a player who has been nothing but a backup in his career. However, Isaiah Rodgers has played well when called upon, so perhaps the Vikings are seeing something with him that others haven’t, much like the Eagles did last year with Zack Baun. This could end up being a solid signing, though I maintain that Minnesota could have gotten Rodgers for a bit less.

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Patriots sign OT Morgan Moses (3 years, $24 million): C- Grade

I have mixed feelings about this signing. On one hand, Drake Maye needs as much help as possible with his dreadful offensive line. On the other hand, this is a wild overpay. Moses isn’t a bad lineman by any means, but he’s 34, so some major regression is coming soon.

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Patriots sign CB Carlton Davis (3 years, $60 million): B- Grade

Carlton Davis looked like he was going to be out of the NFL at one point, but he revived his career with the Lions last year. Davis was excellent for the Lions, so he’s cashing in on his great season.

This signing should help New England’s secondary, but part of me wonders if Davis is going to regress without Aaron Glenn, especially now that he has gotten paid. However, Mike Vrabel should get him to play well.

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Titans sign OT Dan Moore (4 years, $82 million): C Grade

The Titans had something planned when they cut Harold Landry. They needed the money for something, and that something was … Dan Moore?

Moore is coming off his best year, but the former Steeler was still not very good. He was decent in pass protection, but struggled as a run blocker. He’s an OK starter, but he’s definitely not worth $82 million over four years.

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Rams re-sign QB Jimmy Garoppolo (1 year, $11 million): B- Grade

As stated earlier, mediocre backup quarterbacks make about $4 million per year. Superior backups make … not this much. Obviously, Jimmy Garoppolo is a premium backup because of all of his experience, but his seems like a lot for him. Still, it’s not a bad idea to have an insurance policy for Matthew Stafford, who is 37 and possesses a lengthy injury history.

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Jaguars sign CB Jourdan Lewis (3 years, $30 million): C Grade

Jourdan Lewis has experienced a roller coaster career. He’s coming off his best season as a pro, but it seems as though the Jaguars are buying high and paying on past production. Lewis could play well for them in the slot, but he could also regress. He turns 30 this season, after all, so it’s fair to wonder if we’ll ever see the 2024 version of Lewis ever again.

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Redskins sign DT Javon Kinlaw (3 years, $45 million): MILLEN Grade

As someone who bet the Redskins to win the Super Bowl at 22/1 odds, I’m not a very happy camper right now. The Redskins entered free agency with a ton of cap space, but squandered some of it here by signing Javon Kinlaw.

Kinlaw is a huge first-round bust. He’s a major liability against the run. He can generate some sort of a pass rush, but he’s not very good in that regard. He’s still somewhat young (27), so perhaps he’ll be a late bloomer, but this contract is ridiculous.

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Bengals re-sign DT B.J. Hill (3 years, $33 million): B Grade

The Bengals have some work to do this offseason to improve their horrible defense. Re-signing B.J. Hill was one of those tasks. Hill is an excellent run defender who can generate quarterback pressure occasionally.

The only issue here is Hill’s age. Hill is now in his 30s, so he could regress. I would have been more comfortable with Cincinnati giving him two years instead.

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Chiefs sign RB Elijah Mitchell (1 year, $3.5 million): A Grade

Elijah Mitchell is the second former 49er the Chiefs signed today, joining Jaylon Moore. Mitchell has been a quality backup running back throughout his career, which is exactly what the Chiefs needed after seeing what transpired when Isiah Pacheco got hurt last year. Mitchell would probably be a hot free agent this offseason had he stayed healthy last year once it was apparent that Christian McCaffrey wouldn’t be playing very much. This is a great deal, as Mitchell gives the Chiefs some nice insurance at a cheap price.

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Texans sign WR Braxton Berrios (1 year, $2 million): B- Grade

Braxton Berrios is just a depth player at this stage of his career. This would have been a better signing a couple of seasons ago, but Berrios is now a 29-year-old coming off a major knee injury. Houston shouldn’t expect much from him, though that’s what the terms of this contract indicate.

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Bears sign C Drew Dalman (3 years, $42 million): A+ Grade

The Bears had severe offensive line issues entering the offseason. They traded for Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson, but still had a hole at center. That hole has now been plugged in the wake of this signing.

Drew Dalman was the top center on the market. He has emerged as an excellent player and is only 26. This is a terrific signing for the Bears. There are no more excuses for Caleb Williams.

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Buccaneers re-sign WR Chris Godwin (3 years, $66 million): B+ Grade

I thought that Chris Godwin would follow Liam Coen and sign with the Jaguars to replace Christian Kirk. Instead, he’ll remain in Tampa Bay with this 3-year, $66 million contract.

Godwin was a big producer last year until he broke his ankle. Given the nature of the injury, he should be 100 percent to start 2025. There’s some slight concern with his age (29) in relation to the length of this deal, but it’s probably not any sort of issue.

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Chiefs sign OT Jaylon Moore (2 years, $30 million): A- Grade

Jaylon Moore, a fifth-round pick from the 2021 NFL Draft, was once seen as a potential successor for Trent Williams. He’ll now be protecting Patrick Mahomes’ blind side instead.

Moore doesn’t have much experience, but he has performed well when given the chance. He started five games late last year and was terrific in most of them. He could flop, and he’s not super young (28), but Moore should be better than anything the Chiefs had at left tackle last year, which admittedly isn’t saying much.

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Cardinals re-sign C/G Evan Brown (2 years, $11.5 million): A+ Grade

We go from an awful offensive line contract (Ben Bredeson) to a great one. Arizona’s re-signing of Evan Brown is an outstanding move, and it would have been graded higher than Tampa Bay’s recent contract even if Brown received more money than Bredeson.

Brown is not a great run blocker, but he’s a very solid pass protector. He can also play all three positions in the interior of the offensive line. At just 28, Brown won’t regress during this deal, so this is a terrific signing by Arizona.

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Cardinals re-sign C/G Evan Brown (2 years, $11.5 million): A+ Grade

We go from an awful offensive line contract (Ben Bredeson) to a great one. Arizona’s re-signing of Evan Brown is an outstanding move, and it would have been graded higher than Tampa Bay’s recent contract even if Brown received more money than Bredeson.

Brown is not a great run blocker, but he’s a very solid pass protector. He can also play all three positions in the interior of the offensive line. At just 28, Brown won’t regress during this deal, so this is a terrific signing by Arizona.

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Buccaneers re-sign G Ben Bredeson (3 years, $22 million): D- Grade

I don’t understand this contract. I’m all for offensive line continuity, but when there’s a weak link in the group, he should be upgraded.

Ben Bredeson has been the weak link for the Buccaneers. He struggles equally in pass protection and run blocking. He’s a backup at best, so there’s no reason he should have gotten this sort of a contract.

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

The Chargers cut Joey Bosa this offseason. Losing both Bosa and Khalil Mack would have been extremely taxing on the defense, so it’s a good thing that they managed to retain the latter.

Mack is 34, so some major regression is coming soon. We haven’t seen any signs of that the past two years, however. Mack logged 18 sacks in 2023 and played better than his seven-sack campaign indicates in 2024. The Chargers are mostly protected with this being a 1-year deal, so they must be graded accordingly for keeping their star edge rusher.

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Panthers re-sign CB Jaycee Horn (4 years, $100 million): B+ Grade

Carolina had some major defensive problems last year. Jaycee Horn was not one of them. Horn didn’t have his best year, as his decline could have been attributed to the league’s worst pass rush, but he still covered very well. He was even better in 2023, albeit in a shortened season due to injury.

Horn is incredibly talented and young (24), so giving him this huge contract makes sense. He projects to be one of the better cornerbacks in the NFL over the next four years, so he deserves this deal. It’s not a bargain, or anything, so I’ll give the Panthers a B+ for this move.

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Broncos re-sign DT D.J. Jones (3 years, $39 million): MILLEN Grade

I feel like I’m suffering from the Mandela Effect right now. Has D.J. Jones not been a mediocre-at-best producer in the NFL? Is he not 30? Did Sinbad not star in a movie called Shazaam?

This is a ridiculous contract. Jones is a mediocre run stopper and hasn’t logged more than two sacks in any season. He’s also 30, so he’ll be declining soon. Why in the world are the Broncos giving him $13 million per season? If he got half of that, I’d still think it was an overpay!

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 9 Updates

Raiders sign DT Adam Butler (3 years, $16.5 million): C Grade

It’s always strange to see mediocre players in their 30s sign deals for three years or more, but that’s the case with this move. Adam Butler inked a contract to remain with the Raiders worth more than $5 million per season.

Butler is a fine player, so I can understand why the Raiders would keep him. He’s a liability against the run, but he can produce a solid pass rush; he has six sacks in each of the past two seasons. However, Butler is 31, so he’s on the verge of declining, so I’m not a big fan of this lengthy deal for him.

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Falcons re-sign OT Jake Matthews (2 years, $45 million): B+ Grade

I’ve been writing that the Falcons need to find a successor for Jake Matthews in future mock drafts. The front office apparently disagrees, as they offered Matthews a new 2-year deal worth $45 million.

Matthews is coming off a great year, so I can understand why the Falcons would give him this contract. There is risk to this because Matthews is 33, and he’s no longer protecting his quarterback’s blind side – Michael Penix Jr. is left-handed – so this is not a slam-dunk signing. However, I’m all for keeping a relatively young quarterback’s protection intact in his developmental years.

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Rams sign WR Davante Adams (2 years, $46 million): A- Grade

It wasn’t too long ago that the Rams were supposedly shopping Matthew Stafford and beginning anew as a result. They’ve done a 180 instead. Not only did they keep Stafford; they managed to spend a fortune on one of the most talented receivers on the open market.

Davante Adams may not be the same elite receiver he once was at the age of 32, but he was still highly productive last year. He’ll be a colossal upgrade over Cooper Kupp, serving as one of the better No. 2 wideouts in the NFL.

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Seahawks re-sign LB Ernest Jones (3 years, $33 million): B- Grade

Seattle had a ghastly run defense for the first half of the year. Things changed during the midpoint of the season, which was when the front office traded for Ernest Jones. The former Titans performed well for his new team, and the Seahawks have decided to keep him for $11 million per season.

Jones is a stout run defender, so I can understand why the Seahawks wanted to retain him. However, I’m not too stoked about this signing because this is a ton of money for a linebacker who struggles in coverage. If Jones were even just mediocre in coverage, I’d grade this move very highly, but that is most definitely not the case.

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Vikings re-sign RB Aaron Jones (2 years, $20 million): B Grade

Aaron Jones had a mixed tenure in Green Bay. He had many electric games, but he had major problems staying healthy. He signed a 1-year “prove it” deal with Minnesota last season and defied the odds. He had a strong season and somehow remained healthy.

We’ll see if that happens again. Durability and age are the concerns with Jones. If he can stay on the field and avoid regression, this contract will definitely seem like a bargain. However, Jones has a checkered history when it comes to stay healthy, so the downside can’t be ignored.

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Patriots sign DE Harold Landry (3 years, $43.5 million): A+ Grade

Charlie Campbell reported that the Patriots were going to focus on the trenches this offseason, and we saw the first sign of that in the wake of this signing. Harold Landry, who was recently cut by the Titans, joined New England on a 3-year deal worth $43.5 million.

I love this signing for many reasons. First, this seems like a great value for a very productive edge rusher who is still in his 20s. Second, this fills a colossal need, given that the Patriots had the fourth-worst pressure rate in the NFL last season. And third, Landry will have smooth transition with his new team because he played for Mike Vrabel in Tennessee earlier in his career.

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Jets re-sign LB Jamien Sherwood (3 years, $45 million): B+ Grade

Jamien Sherwood was given the opportunity to be a full-time player for the first time in his career last season. He defintiely made the most out of it, putting together a stellar year.

Sherwood was stout against the run and solid against the pass. He’s also still very young (25), so he possesses a ton of upside. Some might say that this is a lot of money for a one-year wonder in the pros, but the potential is there, so this seems like the correct price tag.

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Broncos re-sign QB Jarrett Stidham (2 years, $12 million): B- Grade

This is an overpay. Mediocre backup quarterbacks make about $4 million or so per year, and yet Stidham will be earning 50 percent more than that. He has just four career starts in the NFL and very limited upside, so there’s no reason to pay him this much.

However, this is not an egregious overpay, and Stidham has an important role with the Broncos. He’s valuable in the film room, as he helped develop Bo Nix last year. I can see why Sean Payton wanted to keep Stidham, but there just wasn’t a need to pay him this much money.

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Bills re-sign QB Josh Allen (6 years, $330 million): A+ Grade

Confused? Josh Allen was signed through 2028. A new contract was not expected, yet the Bills tore up the old deal and gave their franchise quarterback a $330 million contract with a record-setting $250 million in guarantees.

This new contract serves two purposes. The first is to reward Allen for his MVP season, which was well deserved. Some are angry that Allen won, but you can give those people a cool Josh Allen Derangement Syndrome Awareness Month t-shirt. The second is to open up some cap space in the short term so the Bills can obtain a receiver. Buffalo is hurting at the position and needs to give Allen a new top target to get the team over the hump. This contract will allow that to happen, so it’s hard to not grade this as an A+ signing.

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Chiefs re-sign LB Nick Bolton (3 years, $45 million): B+ Grade

The Chiefs have their work cut out for them this offseason in regard to addressing their offensive line. However, they had other tasks to accomplish, one of which was to re-sign Nick Bolton.

A former second-round pick, Bolton is a well-rounded linebacker with no weaknesses. He’s a key member of Kansas City’s defense, so he had to be retained. He’s not an elite linebacker, but this is a fair contract for a young player (25) who will likely continue to improve.

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Seahawks re-sign DT Jarran Reed (3 years, $25 million): B or D Grade

The Seahawks hit a home run with their trade of Geno Smith two days ago. This new transaction isn’t quite as good, though the grade should be correlated with what’s done at quarterback.

Jarran Reed is a quality interior pass rusher. However, he’ll turn 33 during the 2025 season. If the Seahawks obtain Sam Darnold or another quarterback who can help them win now, keeping Reed will make sense. If, however, the Seahawks go with a rookie quarterback at No. 18 overall, then this will be a complete waste because by the time that quarterback is ready to lead a deep playoff charge, Reed will be way over the hill.

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Cardinals re-sign LB Baron Browning (2 years, $15 million): B Grade

The Cardinals acquired Baron Browning at the trade deadline this past season. He was obtained for a sixth-round pick, so it’s not a surprise that the Cardinals aimed to keep him around for a couple more years.

Browning was obtained to bolster the pass rush. The stats don’t say he really did that, as Browning logged just two sacks for Arizona. However, that number isn’t indicative of how much pressure he provided. This is a fair contract for Browning, who should continue to be a solid rotational edge rusher.

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Browns re-sign DE Myles Garrett (4 years, $160 million): D Grade

Myles Garrett said that under no circumstances that he was returning to Cleveland. It turns out that he had a price all along, as he did extremely well to negotiate his new contract. This deal makes him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history, exceeding what Maxx Crosby just signed (3 years, $106.5 million).

While this is great news for Garrett, it’s not as promising for Cleveland. Sure, the Browns will be more competitive with Garrett on the field, but at what cost? They now have a worse chance to land the No. 1 overall draft pick when a blue-chip quarterback is available – unlike this year – and by the time the Browns are ready to make a deep run into the playoffs, Garrett will be well into his 30s. Garrett will turn 30 at some point during the 2025 season, so the best course of action would have been trading him for a huge haul that includes at least one first-round pick. Re-signing him has put the Browns on a path where they will just be mediocre at best before plummeting again once Garrett regresses.

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Redskins re-sign TE Zach Ertz (1 year, $6.25 million): A- Grade

The Redskins are getting the band back together. They re-signed Bobby Wagner to a 1-year deal a few days ago, and now they’ve done the same with Zach Ertz.

Ertz was productive at times last year and did well as Jayden Daniels’ No. 2 passing threat. Ertz will be a tertiary option at the very most with Deebo Samuel now on the roster, but this is a solid re-signing, as Ertz can continue to serve as a reliable intermediate weapon. Ertz is 34 and his skills could plummet, but there’s not much risk with this contract.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 8 Updates

Ravens re-sign OT Ronnie Stanley (3 years, $60 million): A- Grade

There was reason for pessimism regarding the Ravens’ chances of going deep into the playoffs next year, and that was rooted in the possibility that Ronnie Stanley would depart. Stanley was set to have his contract expire, but he re-signed with the team for $60 million over three seasons.

This is a great move by the Ravens, as Stanley’s presence allows Baltimore to continue to be one of the best teams in the AFC. Stanley is a terrific left tackle and will keep Lamar Jackson’s blind side safe when he’s on the field. The only negative thing that can be said about this deal is that Stanley has a very dubious injury history, but allowing him to walk away would have been a big mistake.

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Chiefs re-sign WR Marquise Brown (1 year, $11 million): A+ Grade

The Chiefs were working on re-signing Marquise Brown, so it’s definitely a coincidence that they agreed to terms with him several hours after learning of Xavier Worthy’s arrest for domestic assault.

However, given that Worthy is now in danger of missing games in 2025, this signing grade must be adjusted. I already liked it to begin with because there’s not much downside to a 1-year deal for a quality player, but Brown will now have to command a larger role for a portion of the upcoming season. Brown barely played last year, but should be able to emerge as a reliable threat for Patrick Mahomes.

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Bengals re-sign TE Mike Gesicki (3 years, $25.5 million): C Grade

I imagine that Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins are frustrated right now. They’ve been waiting for their big contracts, yet they saw a tertiary receiving option, Mike Gesicki, get paid a deal that will give him more than $8 million per season.

Gesicki’s had his ups and downs in his career. He seemed to have a bright future in Miami, but then fell out of favor and became a journeyman. He resurrected his career in Cincinnati with 665 receiving yards last year, however, as he developed a great rapport with Joe Burrow. Gesicki is still in his 20s (albeit 29), so there’s a chance he’ll continue to play well. This isn’t guaranteed, however, and there’s a dubious history of non-elite tight ends being overpaid, so I’m not a huge fan of this contract.

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Bills re-sign DE Gregory Rousseau (4 years, $80 million): A Grade

The Bills have spent a ton of money in the past 24 hours. Just after extending Terrel Bernard, they managed to retain Gregory Rousseau with an $80 million contract.

Rousseau, 25, is one of the better young edge rushers in the NFL. He recorded nine sacks last year, a number that is not indicative of how much pressure he placed on opposing quarterbacks. He’ll continue to improve, which makes this re-signing an excellent move. Given the upward trajectory, this contract could seem like a bargain in two years.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 7 Updates

Buccaneers re-sign LB Lavonte David (1 year, $10 million): A Grade

Lavonte David has become the new Brett Favre in that it’s always an annual process of whether or not he’s going to retire. Ed Werder isn’t quite sneaking through David’s bushes though, so there is a bit of a difference.

David will be returning to the Buccaneers for at least one more year. The long-time Buccaneer great isn’t the elite linebacker he once was, but he’s still a very well-rounded player and an important person in the locker room. At 35, David’s talents could diminish without notice, but this is a 1-year deal, so there aren’t any major long-term ramifications from this deal.

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Bills re-sign LB Terrel Bernard (4 years, $50 million): C+ Grade

I’m a bit torn on this signing. On one hand, Terrel Bernard is the leader of the defense, and he’s also young (25), so his best days seem to be ahead of him. He’s also very good in run support.

On the other hand, Bernard is coming off a down year in coverage. He was a liability over the middle of the field, so this seems to be too much money for a linebacker who isn’t great in coverage.

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Lions re-sign ILB Derrick Barnes (3 years, $25.5 million): B Grade

Derrick Barnes had a great start to his 2024 season when disaster struck. He suffered torn ligaments in his knee and was knocked out for the year. He, as well as several other injured Lions, were sorely missed down the stretch.

Barnes should be 100 percent or close to it by the start of the new league year. This is a fair deal for him, as he’ll continue to be stout in the middle of the field, particularly when it comes to run support.

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Redskins re-sign ILB Bobby Wagner (1 year, $9.5 million): A Grade

Bobby Wagner seemed to be aging out quickly a few years ago, but he’s had a strong second career. He’s not the same dominant player he once was in coverage, but he’s still an elite run defender who was instrumental in Washington’s defensive success last year.

This is definitely a great move. Re-signing Wagner is key for the Redskins and doesn’t carry too much risk because it’s only for one season.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 6 Updates

Rams re-sign WR Tutu Atwell (1 year, $10 million): D Grade

I don’t understand this deal. It’d be bad enough if it was just $10 million for a season, but this contract is fully guaranteed. That’s right – Tutu Atwell is somehow getting $10 million fully guaranteed for one season!

The Rams could have obtained a similar receiver for about a quarter of the funds, so I almost have to wonder if there’s some sort of money laundering involved. Speaking of which, you can get our great Money Laundering t-shirt here. The colors even line up for Atwell!

The only reason this contract isn’t a Millen grade is because it’s for just one year, so there aren’t major long-term ramifications. Plus, Atwell knows the offense, which has to count for something.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 5 Updates

Eagles re-sign LB Zack Baun (3 years, $51 million): A Grade

The Eagles gave one of their offensive superstars a lucrative contract yesterday, signing Saquon Barkley to a 2-year extension. Just 24 hours later, the Eagles managed to retain one of their best defensive players.

Philadelphia had a huge problem at linebacker in 2023, but that was solved in part by the signing of Zack Baun. The former Saint wasn’t used very much with his old team, but he became a dominant force in Philadelphia’s defense. He was strong in run support and elite in coverage, making a number of splash plays. It was important for the Eagles to make this move, and it feels like Baun could’ve gotten even more money.

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Raiders re-sign DE Maxx Crosby (3 years, $106.5 million): A- Grade

There was some chatter that Maxx Crosby could be on the move this offseason, but the Raiders have put those rumors to rest by giving their All-Pro edge rusher a massive contract. Crosby, in the wake of this deal, will be the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history.

Sometimes you see very good, but not great players sign colossal deals like this. Crosby is one of those great players. In fact, it could be argued that he’s the best defender in the NFL. He’s also just 27, so he’ll be able to play the duration of this contract on an All-Pro level. The Raiders had to retain Crosby, so they must be graded highly for it. This grade, however, won’t be an “A” because it’s not any sort of bargain.

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Raiders sign G Alex Cappa (2 years, $11 million): B Grade

That was fast. Alex Cappa was released just the other day, yet he was scooped up quickly by the Raiders.

Cappa was once a talented guard, but he’s regressed rapidly in recent seasons. He was downright awful in 2024. However, he’s 30, so he could have a rebound season. Given that the Raiders have severe offensive line issues, I like that they’re taking a shot on Cappa even though it may not work.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 4 Updates

Eagles extend RB Saquon Barkley (2 years, $41.2 million): A Grade

It’s wild that Saquon Barkley made less money than some mediocre receivers last year. Barkley was the best offensive player in the NFL and was greatly responsible for getting the Eagles to the Super Bowl. He deserved to be compensated accordingly.

It’s always a risk to give a running back tons of money, but Barkley still has a couple more years until he reaches 30, so he should be able to keep performing on an All-Pro level for the next two or three seasons.

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Cowboys re-sign DT Osa Odighizuwa (4 years, $80 million): C Grade

It’s not surprising to see Jerry Jones make a sketchy deal like this. He hired the thrice-fired former offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer to be his new head coach, after all.

This move isn’t nearly as bad as the Schottenheimer hiring. I can see how it makes some sense, as Odighizuwa is a young player who notched seven sacks last year. However, much of that was a byproduct of Micah Parsons garnering so much attention. Odighizuwa is also a major liability against the run.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 3 Updates

Packers re-sign LB Isaiah McDuffie (2 years, $8 million): B Grade

Isaiah McDuffie is certainly not a household name, but he’s accumulated 183 tackles over the past two seasons. He struggles in coverage, but happens to be a decent player when it comes to run support.

This is a fine re-signing. With his experience and run-stopping ability, McDuffie is worth about $8 million over two years, so this re-signing should get a solid “B” grade.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: March 1 Updates

Rams re-sign OT Alaric Jackson (3 years, $57 million): A- Grade

The Rams had a great Friday. Not only did they learn that Matthew Stafford would be returning to the team; the front office also re-signed its top free agent, Alaric Jackson, to a $57 million contract.

Retaining Stafford without Jackson would have been foolish. Jackson provides Stafford with some terrific blind-side protection. Jackson isn’t as good of a run blocker, but he’s not a liability in that regard. What’s important is that Jackson can keep Stafford healthy, which gives the Rams a chance to make a deep run into the playoffs once again. The price is fair but not a bargain, so this won’t quite be an “A” grade.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: Feb. 25 Updates

Bills re-sign WR Khalil Shakir (4 years, $60.2 million; $32 million guaranteed): B- Grade

The Bills are starved for talent at receiver, so it makes sense for them to retain the only reliable player they had at the position last season. That would be Khalil Shakir, who was re-signed for $15 million per year.

Shakir is a solid, but not great receiver. I wouldn’t have paid him this much money, but I wouldn’t exactly call this a huge overpay, or anything. I understand why the Bills have given him this contract, but I can’t grade this re-signing very favorably.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: Feb. 21 Updates

Chargers re-sign S Elijah Molden (3 years, $18.75 million; $13.5 million guaranteed): B+ Grade

It’s safe to say that the Titans didn’t know what they had in Elijah Molden. They dealt him away for nothing ahead of the beginning of the 2024 regular season. Molden went on to have a strong year, particularly in coverage.

It makes sense for the Chargers to re-sign Molden, who is only 26. He could continue to improve, which might make this contract seem like a great bargain in the future. Then again, Molden could end up being just a 1-year wonder, so this could end up being an overpay as well.

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NFL Free Agent Signing Grades: Feb. 20 Updates

Panthers re-sign QB Andy Dalton (2 years, $8 million; $6 million guaranteed): B- Grade

It seems like ages since Andy Dalton was a starting quarterback in the NFL. He’s been a backup for a while now, and he’s been a top-level reserve for many of those seasons. Things have changed, however, as Dalton will turn 38 in October. He had a great game versus the Raiders last year, but struggled for the most part otherwise.

Given Dalton’s regression, I can’t say I’m a big fan of this signing. However, it doesn’t come with an egregious price tag, and Dalton knows the system, so I think this move is just fine.

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