We're just five days away from the start of the legal negotiating window, so it won't be long before the top NFL free agents come off the board.
Unfortunately, a few notable players like Breece Hall, Daniel Jones and George Pickens received either the non-exclusive franchise tag or the transition tag this week. They would've had robust markets if they became unrestricted free agents.
Nonetheless, there's still plenty of talent about to hit the open market for the start of the new league year on March 11.
Malik Willis takes talents to NFC West.
Now that Kyler Murray is out of the picture, it makes sense for the Arizona Cardinals to pursue Malik Willis. In fact, Matthew Berry expects this pairing to happen.
"Speaking of Arizona, I heard they want Malik Willis," Berry wrote. "Said one source to me: ‘Malik Willis to Arizona for $30M – mark it.' … I do think Arizona should be the betting favorite to land Willis. I don't think Minnesota is in play for him (more on that below) nor do I think Miami is a destination for Willis."
Willis had 972 passing yards, 261 rushing yards and nine total touchdowns in limited action with the Green Bay Packers. Although signing him to a lucrative contract would be risky, it's a risk the Cardinals should take.
What about Kyler Murray?
As of now, the Minnesota Vikings are expected to take a "big swing" for a quarterback this offseason. With that said, it makes sense for them to pursue a proven commodity like Kyler Murray.
There's no question Murray would present an upgrade over J.J. McCarthy, who completed 57.6% of his passes during the 2025 season for 1,632 yards with 11 touchdowns and 12 interceptions.
Mike Evans leaves the Buccaneers.
When you think of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, you're mind should immediately go to Mike Evans. The six-time Pro Bowler has spent every season of his career in the Sunshine State, hauling in 866 passes for 13,052 yards and 108 touchdowns.
While it'd be odd seeing Evans in a different uniform, he seems like the perfect addition for the Buffalo Bills.
Not only would Evans get a chance to play alongside a MVP quarterback in Josh Allen, he'd have the opportunity to chase a second Super Bowl ring.
Buccaneers bolster their pass rush.
If the Buccaneers lose Evans in free agency, they could use that money to add an All-Pro defensive end like Trey Hendrickson.
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the belief around the league is that Hendrickson wants to play for the Buccaneers.
Hendrickson has racked up 171 tackles and 61 sacks since joining the Cincinnati Bengals in 2021. There's no question Todd Bowles and the Buccaneers would welcome that type of production with open arms.
John Harbaugh reunites with Baltimore Ravens star.
If the New York Giants want to make a huge splash this offseason, signing Tyler Linderbaum makes a ton of sense.
Linderbaum would give the G-Men a formidable group in the trenches, which is something they haven't had in years. And obviously he'd fit right in considering he's only been coached by Harbaugh since entering the NFL in 2022.
Are the Giants willing to spend top dollar on a center though? We'll find out next week.
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