A ton of dominoes fell on the first full day of the NFL’s legal tampering period, with several big-name free agents reportedly coming to terms on new deals. A lot of marquee players have found new homes, but there are still a lot of good players available as we gear up for the second and final day of the league’s legal tampering period.
1. Aaron Rodgers, QB
Rodgers is technically not a free agent until his official release from the Jets on Wednesday. He might not be the best player still available, but he is a future Hall of Famer who plays the most important position in all of sports, so him taking the top spot was kind of a no-brainer.
It appears that the Steelers have the inside track at landing Rodgers after missing out on Fields. But the Giants are also in the mix.
2. Russell Wilson, QB
Like Rodgers, Wilson is probably not the second-best player still available. But he is a possible future Hall of Fame quarterback who was named to his 10th Pro Bowl in 2024.
At this point, it appears that Wilson will sign with whoever doesn’t land Rodgers. That could mean a return to Pittsburgh for the 2025 season.
3. Justin Reid, S
Still just 28 years old, Reid has already played seven seasons and played an integral role in the Chiefs’ success over the past four years.
4. Cam Robinson, OT
The best offensive tackle left on the market. He’s on the better side of 30 (29 years old).
5. Rico Dowdle, RB
Oddly, one of the lone bright spots for the 2024 Dallas Cowboys hasn’t been re-signed by the team.
6. Mekhi Becton, G
A former first-round pick who didn’t pan out with the Jets.
7. Teven Jenkins, G
Currently hoping to revive his career after not succeeding in Chicago.
8. Josh Myers, C
The top-rated center still available.
9. Rasul Douglas, CB
Arguably the best cornerback still available.
10. Kevin Zeitler, OG
Zeitler is 35, but is still a reliable guard for any team looking for veteran help on the offensive line.
