Rank Name Position Team Age Snaps Notes

1 Kirk Cousins QB Redskins 30 1012 Biggest name QB to hit free agency since Peyton Manning in 2012. Could challenge for $30 million a year if market breaks right.

2 Drew Brees QB Saints 39 1034 Veteran QB still plays at a high level. Likely to stay in New Orleans with a deal signed right before start of free agency

3 Demarcus Lawrence DE Cowboys 26 704 14.5 sack season makes him a lock for the franchise tag. Would make a massive payday if he goes to market.

4 Case Keenum QB Vikings 30 1016 Right place, right time for Keenum last year. When a QB hits like that they generally get a good payday. Transition tag could be in play, though likely too expensive.

5 Ziggy Ansah DE Lions 29 516 Ultra talented player but injuries are a concern. Hard to see a number 5 pick off a 12 sack year not getting close to $15M no matter what negatives exist.

6 LeVeon Bell RB Steelers 26 945 Most used running back in the league will likely get tagged again and earn close to $15 million in the process.

7 Jarvis Landry WR Dolphins 26 932 Market dynamics for receivers changed again this year and Landry should benefit. Only once in the last 5 years have the top receivers not gotten massive free agent paydays

8 Nate Solder LT Patriots 30 1116 Left tackles are like QBs when it comes to the payscale. None are available so those who are get paid near the top.

9 Andrew Norwell G Panthers 27 1079 Will see the new high water mark for guards. Hottest free agent position the last two years and Norwell upped his stock significantly this year.

10 Trumaine Johnson CB Rams 28 938 Versatile corner is probably the only player more teams than not think could be a top cover corner. Generally such players hit double digit APYs.

11 Justin Pugh G Giants 28 435 Positional need and versatility make Pugh a good bet to reach the $10 million mark despite nagging injuries.

12 Allen Robinson WR Jaguars 25 3 Best receiver available but coming off injury has me concerned about the kind of offers that will come in. Could be tagged, but I could see logic in taking 1 year deal with a contending team with a good QB.

13 Malcolm Butler CB Patriots 28 1040 Stock took a big hit this year but he should still do well in free agency since most corners do pretty well.

14 Sheldon Richardson DT Seahawks 28 655 Cant see teams risking a long term contract with Richardson, but he is too talented for a team to pass up on a one year contract. Last year this position saw multiple players take deals like this.

15 Sammy Watkins WR Rams 25 778 Wouldn’t surprise me for Watkins to earn $11 million a year from the Rams or be lucky to find $7 million elsewhere. Inconsistent but very young and has a high pedigree.

16 LaMarcus Joyer S Rams 28 688 Stood out in his walk year and is pretty versatile in coverage. Those players in recent years have scored big contracts in free agency.

17 Prince Amukamara CB Bears 29 848 Solid corner that has taken one year contracts since leaving the Giants. Probably time to take a 3 or 4 year deal for over $8 million a season.

18 Dontari Poe DT Falcons 28 742 Good player but injury issues and inability to pressure the QB will likely keep him out from making the kind of money the better interior d-line players make.

19 Sam Bradford QB Vikings 31 91 A pure gamble given that a strong gust of wind might break him. Not sure any free agent lost more money this year than Bradford.

20 Jimmy Graham TE Seahawks 32 730 Aging tight ends best days are behind him, but he is a solid red zone threat and has to be respected in passing game. Doubtful he matches his old contract but $8 million isnt a reach considering his name.

21 Kyle Fuller CB Bears 26 1015 Too many questionable years for teams to gamble on a big contract. Would expect a moderate one year contract knowing big money awaits next year.

22 Eric Reid S 49ers 27 740 Versatile player that can do a lot on the field but has been a bit lost in the 49ers shuffle the last few years. Team could get a big bargain here if in the $8M range.

23 Star Lotulelei DT Panthers 29 590 Solid defensive tackle will get a lot of looks from teams looking for an affordable player that can play both run and pass.

24 AJ McCarron QB Bengals 28 26 Somehow I have a feeling his stock increased by never playing and the Browns almost making a ridiculous trade for him. Still hard to see him breaking the bank in a crowded field of options this year.

25 Kenny Vaccaro S Saints 27 618 Salary may be based more on where he was drafted and potential than anything done on the field. Still upside gets players paid in free agency.

26 Morgan Burnett S Packers 29 728 Should gain interest as a second safety similar to the crop of players who all got contracts in the $7 million range last season

27 Tre Boston S Chargers 26 1041 Plays pretty much every down and doesn’t make many blatant mistakes. Doesn’t have the kind of upside other might.

28 Brent Grimes CB Buccaneers 35 781 Part of me wants to say his age should put him down in the $3 million range, but hes been good enough to probably hold out and wait for something close to the $6.5M he earned last season.

29 Jay Cutler QB Dolphins 35 764 If Cutler had a better attitude hed be locked in somewhere at close to $20 million a year. Since he doesn’t I guess the question is will he play for $7 million in 2018?

30 Bennie Logan DT Chiefs 29 574 One year gamble didn’t hurt or help him. Probably lands on a 43 team looking for a situational player.

31 Isaiah Crowell RB Browns 25 536 Consistent year to year and some teams may see more upside since he put up all his numbers on the worst team in the NFL. Can he break the $6m barrier?

32 Teddy Bridgewater QB Vikings 26 9 Another enigma because of injury, but a 1st round guy who certainly didn’t bust should be worth between $6 and $7 million for a year or two. Could be a steal if healthy.

33 Josh McCown QB Jets 39 819 McCown had best year of his career before his annual injury cut it short. Still its hard to see his stock improving any from last year given age.

34 Trey Burton TE Eagles 27 300 High upside tight end should get more action than Graham though not as much money. Should top $6M and $7m is a possibility given the way teams pay for tight ends.

35 Paul Richardson WR Seahawks 26 816 Should have established himself in the lower second tier of receivers. Intriguing because of down field ability and chance to thrive in a different style offense.

36 TJ Carrie CB Raiders 28 1024 Should get the top slot money this year unless teams see him playing the outside. If he sticks with Raiders his money could go up based on how they paid others.

37 Marqise Lee WR Jaguars 27 738 Decent second target on a team with a top level 1 to draw defenses. Likely doesn’t have the big play upside to see stock rise despite lack of top options this year.

38 EJ Gaines CB Bills 26 654 Had a good year in Buffalo and should have no problems earning similar to the $6-$6.5M contracts the decent slot guys have received in recent years.

39 Bashaud Breeland CB Redskins 26 856 Has the physical tools to score a big contract and it would not stun me is someone reached big for him, but more likely he’ll earn a mid/lower level 2nd corner contract.

40 Aaron Colvin CB Jaguars 27 705 Everything about Gaines pretty much applies here.

41 NaVorro Bowman LB Raiders 30 999 Often injured and doesn’t play a position that typically gets paid big, but he plays big enough when healthy to top the $6 million a year mark.

42 Nigel Bradham LB Eagles 29 923 Had a great year for the Eagles and was in almost every play, but position rarely gets paid big in free agency. Maybe he will be the exception.

43 Adrian Clayborn DE Falcons 30 533 Most of his top line production all came in one game so his overall numbers will be discounted because of that. Still a solid veteran that can rush the passer should get a decent raise over his current $4.25M per year deal.

44 Morris Claiborne CB Jets 28 921 Had a solid year with the Jets but had to be near top of the NFL in defensive holding calls. Affordable second corner but teams wont look for upside.

45 Carlos Hyde RB 49ers 27 786 Shown that he can play in all phases of the game over last two seasons and three down players will break $5 million.

46 Weston Richburg C Giants 27 239 The best available center, though season ending on IR with a concussion could scare some teams off.

47 Ryan Jensen C Ravens 27 1086 Had a good season in his walk year and overall effort week in and out will make him a solid 2nd tier center.

48 Byron Maxwell CB Seahawks 30 584 Play looked worse because of his contract but veteran players like Maxwell can usually find in the mid $5 million range.

49 Denico Autry DT Raiders 28 592 Productive pass rusher. If teams think he can start and be more consistent could be worth more.

50 Austin Seferian Jenkins TE Jets 26 655 Expect ASJ to get paid based on narrow salary band at position and his draft status.

51 Kyle Williams DT Bills 34 758 Veteran DT should be able to score a nice two year contract in Buffalo or elsewhere.

52 Mike Wallace WR Ravens 32 714 Wallace is still productive as a secondary target and is a known quantity. He should be able to be in the $5 million range again on a short term deal.

53 Josh Kline G Titans 29 1023 Not a difference maker, but a solid professional that can solidify the guard position.

54 Kony Ealy Edge Jets 27 452 Enigma player. Has ability to be one of best bargains in the NFL if he develops or wasted cap space if he doesn’t.

55 Paul Posluszny LB Jaguars 34 481 Aging linebacker should earn close to what he did last season, likely with the Jaguars.

56 Chris Hubbard RT Steelers 27 781 Made the most of opportunity last season and should have a chance to earn a low end starting contract for a right tackle.

57 Dion Lewis RB Patriots 28 404 Solid run at the end of the season to improve his stock. If teams think he can catch he should find a nice market.

58 Patrick Robinson CB Eagles 31 710 Really good season for the Eagles, but at 31 and an up and down career the ceiling is pretty limited.

59 Trent Murphy Edge Redskins 28 0 Spent the year on IR and was also suspended. Lost a chance to cash in because of that but should get 3rd tier rusher money with incentives to increase.

60 John Brown WR Cardinals 28 898 Ultimate boom or bust type. Numbers down the last two seasons but could find that 1,000 yard form with new setting. Could see him earning more if teams get hot for him.

61 Ross Cockrell CB Giants 27 681 Should add solid depth to a secondary. Has started the last two years more often than not, but ultimate role will probably be as an extra DB.

62 DaQuan Jones DE Titans 27 437 Fills the role of professional lineman on a team with talent. Paired with right personnel could surprise.

63 Jordan Matthews WR Bills 26 509 2017 was a lost year. If teams discount the season expect him to earn in the $6-7M range, but if they don’t hell stick here in the $4.5M range.

64 Avery Williamson LB Titans 26 654 Jack of all trades linebacker, but unless you standout its hard to breakout in free agency as a linebacker.

65 Jack Mewhort G Colts 27 313 Solid player that could hit the $6 million range, but injuries have derailed him and he didn’t stand out enough when not injured. Could be a 1 year deal.

66 Tahir Whitehead LB Lions 28 950 On the field nearly every down and a pretty sure tackler. Id imagine a new contract very similar to last extension at $4 million.

67 Alex Okafor Edge Saints 27 486 Was on track to potentially have a career year but a late Achilles ended his chances. If teams think he is healthy he should double his salary from last year.

68 Taylor Gabriel WR Falcons 27 508 Bit of a niche player that didn’t stand out enough this year to move into the 2nd WR tier, but should be in the 3rd tier of players.

69 Marcus Gilchrist S Texans 30 817 Did enough this past season to remove stigma of Jets years and move back into solid veteran money.

70 Zach Brown LB Redskins 29 834 Not a lot of interest last year at a big money number and cant see anything this year that will change that.

71 Jerick McKinnon RB Vikings 26 528 Good receiever and receiving skills are always sought after and paid for in free agency.

72 Anthony Hitchens LB Cowboys 26 547 Flashes at times and that could push his price up a little but should settle in the $4 to $5 million range.

73 Zach Fulton G/C Chiefs 27 794 Utility interior lineman that should be an affordable part of a good line.

74 Justin Ellis DT Raiders 28 462 This the price range for most interior players who can log 40% playtime.

75 Demario Davis LB Jets 29 1118 Good season in his return to the Jets, but its hard to picture any more interest than when he was a free agent a few years back.

76 Antonio Gates TE Chargers 38 500 Nearing the end of his career but can still fill a role for a team if he doesn’t call it quits.

77 Julius Peppers Edge Panthers 38 500 Can still dominate in the pass rush and is worth more, but he signed in this range last year and given his age expect it to be the same.

78 Todd Davis LB Broncos 26 522 Good run defender in the Broncos defense. Probably doesn’t do enough other things to have big value elsewhere.

79 Albert Wilson WR Chiefs 26 538 Had a big standout game at the end of the season, but overall has been too inconsistent to earn more than 3/4 money.

80 Tyler Eifert TE Bengals 28 104 $8 million talent in an $8 body. Hasn’t been able to hold up to NFL grind and its only his talent level that will have a team take a risk for more than the minimum.

81 Rashaan Melvin CB Colts 29 552 Had best season of his career, but only 10 games and has already bounced around the NFL.

82 Spencer Long C Redskins 28 394 Injury kept him from enhancing status but he should be able to break out from the $3M and under players.

83 Nickell Robey-Coleman CB Rams 26 658 Decent 3rd or 4th corner whose salary is probably a bit compromised based on prior contracts.

84 Connor Barwin Edge Rams 32 659 Since this is not a big year for free agent rushers expect Barwin to sign a similar one year contract for a team needing a steady presence.

85 Kareem Martin Edge Cardinals 26 458 Intriguing prospect is only 26 and could find a team to gamble in the $3M tier for a season.

86 Beau Allen DT Eagles 27 422 Didn’t have the kind of year he needed to make a free agent splash, but he still plays a role that is valuable around the league.

87 William Hayes Edge Dolphins 33 274 Struggled in Miami but probably has enough name value to get a one year deal in the $3 million tier but with a low guarantee.

88 Barkevious Mingo Edge Colts 28 501 Mingo is pretty much settled into this group now as a part time jack of all trades but with a very limited upside.

89 Dontrelle Inman WR Bears 29 457 I could see him moving up a tier but nothing stands out enough for me to really justify it.

90 Terrelle Pryor WR Redskins 29 378 Awful season and his expectations are going to be terribly low this year as he takes another one year contract to try to salvage his career.

91 Ryan Fitzpatrick QB Buccaneers 36 299 Probably the top rated backup available.

92 Bradley McDougald S Seahawks 28 681 Think he is worth more than this but something turned teams off last season and has that really changed?

93 Tramon Williams CB Cardinals 35 670 Veteran had a good season last year which should set him up for a 3rd corner kind of contract.

94 Haloti Ngata DT Lions 34 145 No idea if Ngata wants to keep playing for a low price but expect a $3 millionish base value with incentives based on playtim.

95 Jaron Brown WR Cardinals 28 415 May draw more interest than this based on skillset but hard to picture a team really going in too deep.

96 Kendall Wright WR Bears 29 580 Should find a home as a third target on a team with a bad or young group of receivers.

97 Erik Walden Edge Titans 33 581 Veteran that can still rush the passer a bit should find a home on a pass rush needed team.

98 Terrence Newman CB Vikings 40 560 Ageless player seemingly signs almost the same contract every season.

99 Brandon Fusco G 49ers 30 1088 End of stay with the Vikings probably damaged him too much but should be a cheaper option to plug in on a good line and he wont hurt you.