With the legal tampering window having opened Monday and NFL free agency officially beginning Wednesday, we’re tracking the best remaining available players.
This story will update as players sign or are released. The number preceding each player’s name is where they ranked in our original 150. Players who were released after March 12 will not have a number. The age in parentheses indicates how old the player will be at the start of the 2023 season.
There’s some subjectivity to how we determined the order, but factors like age, production, health and potential all played a role.
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Jackson is the only franchise-tagged player on this list, as the Ravens’ use of the non-exclusive tag means other teams could try to sign him for two first-round picks. Baltimore is taking an awfully big gamble that a quarterback-needy team won’t give Jackson the deal he’s been seeking, but it’s unclear how many suitors there will be. Theoretically, the Ravens could be determined to match any offer sheet Jackson gets, but teams could make it difficult on Baltimore in how they structure the deal. — Jeff Zrebiec
With the Rams cap-strapped and Wagner looking for more certainty, the sides agreed to part ways, putting the veteran back in the free-agent pool for the second consecutive year. In his 11th season and first outside of Seattle, Wagner started 17 games and earned second-team All-Pro honors while totaling 140 tackles (10 for loss) and six sacks, second-most in the NFL among off-ball LBs. His contract in L.A. was worth $10 million annually, which seems like a fair target again this year. — David DeChant
Acquired just before Week 1 in exchange for Day 3 draft-pick considerations, Gardner-Johnson became the Eagles’ turnover maker, tying for the NFL lead with six interceptions while transitioning from nickel to safety. His production, age and versatility are likely to make him an attractive player on the market. He might be too expensive for the Eagles. — Wulf
Floyd has certainly benefited from Aaron Donald’s presence in L.A., but he’s been consistently productive in his own right, without slowing down since turning 30 in September. He has 29 sacks, 59 quarterback hits and 157 pressures (per TruMedia) over the past three seasons, including four sacks, 11 hits and 28 pressures in the six games Donald missed in 2022. Floyd also hasn’t missed a game since 2017 and has played at least 80 percent of defensive snaps in four consecutive seasons. — DeChant
A three-time Pro Bowler with playoff pedigree, Clark is tricky to value. Despite excelling in the postseason for the Chiefs (10.5 sacks, 14 QB hits in 12 games), he otherwise underwhelmed (23.5 sacks, 59 QB hits in 58 regular-season games), leading to a pay cut last March and his release last week. He turns 30 in June, and his legal history (both in college and in the NFL) will give some teams pause, but his résumé stands out in a weak class of edge rushers. — DeChant
Lewan’s contract outpaced his play in recent seasons, and injuries (two torn ACLs in three seasons) struck hard, leading to his release from the Titans. The three-time Pro Bowler and nine-year veteran told the team’s web site before his release that he was considering retirement. But if he plans to keep playing, Lewan should draw significant interest. When healthy, he remains a solid starter in a league that can never seem to find enough quality offensive tackles. — DeChant
Thielen, who turns 33 in August, is now five years removed from back-to-back Pro Bowl campaigns, and he battled lower-body injuries in 2022. But he remains productive and has even shown more of a nose for the end zone in recent seasons (30 touchdowns since 2020). The second option behind Justin Jefferson in Minnesota, he would slot in nicely as a No. 2 or No. 3, especially in a weak wide receiver market that has few sure things. — DeChant
Despite months of rumors, the 2022 free agent never signed anywhere last season as he continued his recovery from a torn ACL suffered in Super Bowl LVI. His resurgence with the Rams in 2021 (48 catches, 593 yards, seven TDs in 10 games, including playoffs) surely boosts his value in a weak WR class, but injury, age and the ugly ending to his tenure in Cleveland will likely limit his pool of suitors. — DeChant
While playing under the franchise tag ($10.9 million) in 2022, Schultz was the team’s second-leading receiver behind CeeDee Lamb. He was even more productive in Dallas’ two playoff games, catching 12 passes for 122 yards and a team-high three touchdowns. But it will be difficult to retain Schultz if it costs $14 million to $15 million annually. The Cowboys would love to have him back, but it might just be too expensive. — Jon Machota
The ball hawk fits the Ravens well, and Baltimore certainly needs quality cornerbacks. Peters, though, struggled for much of 2022 after missing the previous year with a major knee injury. Will he be closer to his pre-injury form in 2023? Or was his up-and-down play in 2022 a sign of things to come? His volatility will probably scare off some teams, but he’s a smart football player, as his 32 career interceptions prove. — Zrebiec
Wynn is coming off the worst season of his career, but he once proved he can play left tackle at a quality level, and he’s still young. There’s a market for those kinds of players. Wynn could make the case that his three productive years before 2022 were the better gauge of his abilities and that he only struggled last season with a new coach (Matt Patricia) and a position change (moving to right tackle). — Chad Graff
Ngakoue isn’t an elite edge rusher, but he has an undeniable knack for getting to the quarterback that could help any team at a reasonable price, including the Colts. Ngakoue has at least eight sacks in every season of his career and 9.5 in 2022. No team will break the bank to acquire Ngakoue, but the journeyman should have a solid group of suitors. — James Boyd
Robinson is one of the best run defenders in the NFL not named Aaron Donald. His 38 tackles on designed rush plays through Week 11 were tied for fourth-best among defensive linemen … with Donald. Robinson tore his meniscus in Week 11 and missed the rest of the season but is on track for a fully healthy offseason. His market may be too high for the Rams, but they’d also net a higher compensatory pick because of that. — Jourdan Rodrigue
Risner started 62 of a possible 66 games during his first four seasons, all at left guard. He was named all-rookie in 2019, and though he has not elevated to a Pro Bowl level, he has been a reliable member of a shuffling offensive line. A native of nearby Wiggins, Colo., Risner said he “would love” to remain with the Broncos, but that could be determined by Sean Payton’s plans for constructing the offensive line. — Kosmider
Chark joined the Lions on a one-year deal and battled injury early. But when he returned, he provided the sort of downfield value the Lions expected, while also proving to be an excellent locker-room addition. Chark is young and has the profile of a vertical threat. In a weak class, he could be an attractive option. And with Jameson Williams seemingly ready for an expanded workload, Chark could move on. — Colton Pouncy
While noncommittal about his future, the 12-year veteran has said he’ll play as long as he feels healthy and productive, and he’d like to stay in Baltimore. Despite fading in the second half of 2022, Houston finished with a team-high 9.5 sacks in 14 games and another sack in the playoffs. He’s not an every-down player at this stage, but he still brings value in a situational pass-rush role. — Zrebiec
One could argue Hardman never reached his full potential during his four-year rookie contract, but the speedy receiver was a useful player. He was trending toward a career year last season — scoring six touchdowns in eight games — before sustaining abdominal and pelvis injuries, and he had surgery after the Super Bowl. Questions surrounding Hardman’s health and durability will be major factors. — Taylor
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In 2022, Smith ranked 17th among left tackles in pressure rate (5.0 percent, per TruMedia), allowed six sacks and led the league with seven holding penalties in only 13 games, leading to his release from the Bucs. His 2021 season was much better (one sack allowed, 3.8 percent pressure rate), but that looks more like an outlier among his recent seasons. Even so, playable left tackles get paid, and Smith has 124 starts (out of a possible 130) since 2015. — Holder
Edmunds sat on the market until late April last year and settled for a one-year, $2.5 million deal to stay with the Steelers, then had his best season. Although the stats don’t jump off the sheet, he was a good pairing with Minkah Fitzpatrick, allowing the All-Pro to move around. Edmunds is more of a box safety but was asked to cover tight ends weekly. — Kaboly
Though overshadowed by Derrick Brown’s breakout season, Ioannidis was a solid addition for the Panthers after agreeing to a one-year, $9.5 million deal last offseason. He finished with only one sack, his lowest total since his rookie season, but his nine quarterback hits were only three fewer than Brown’s total. In PFF’s grading system, Ioannidis ranked among the top third of all defensive linemen overall. — Joseph Person
The Browns signed Clowney later in free agency in 2021 and 2022, and he was productive when healthy. But Clowney almost certainly won’t be back after he made public comments criticizing the Browns and was held out of the 2022 season finale. When Clowney was healthy in the second half of last season, he was good. He’s an excellent run defender, and he can also rush the passer when he’s available and engaged. — Jackson
Ya-Sin missed six games due to knee injuries and was solid at best when playing. But he is one of the few younger cornerbacks on the market, and there will likely be a starting opportunity for him somewhere. The Raiders were hoping Ya-Sin could be a No. 1 corner when they traded Yannick Ngakoue for him, but he is clearly a No. 2 with good coverage skills. No. 2 corners still get paid, though. — Vic Tafur
In three years with the Jets, McGovern has started in 48 of 50 possible games. He might not be a Pro Bowl-caliber center, but he’s a solid player who will draw interest. PFF ranked McGovern 11th among centers in 2022 and ninth in 2021. He did allow five sacks (second-most), but PFF still gave him positive grades in 12 of 17 starts. He signed a three-year, $27 million deal in 2020 and likely earned that level of contract again. — Rosenblatt
A three-time Pro Bowler, Ingram has lost some zip on his fastball, but he still knows how to get to the quarterback. The 11-year veteran registered six sacks, 23 hurries and 35 pressures with a 12.1 percent pressure rate in 290 pass rush snaps, about on par with Philadelphia’s Josh Sweat. Ingram seems likely to score another mid-level, one-year deal to provide some situational pass rush punch for a contender. — Ayello
While never a full-time starter, Murphy-Bunting has been a quality contributor since the Bucs took him in the second round in 2019, and his best football might be ahead of him. He can play anywhere — outside or inside, left or right — and has six interceptions (plus three during the Bucs’ Super Bowl run), 21 pass breakups and four forced fumbles in 53 games. Murphy-Bunting missed five games with a dislocated elbow in 2022, but QBs posted a passer rating of just 59.6 when targeting him. — DeChant
Health has long been a problem for Darby, who is coming off a torn ACL suffered in October, but he remains effective when on the field. Despite no interceptions since 2019, he has allowed a passer rating of just 81.3 when targeted over the last three seasons, including 69.9 in five games before his injury in 2022. He shouldn’t cost much and could offer nice value, assuming his rehab is on track. — DeChant
Apple found a home in Cincinnati, but the emergence of rookie Cam Taylor-Britt and the expected return of Chidobe Awuzie (ACL) point to Cincinnati moving on. Would another team be willing to bring Apple into their locker room, given his reputation? His game has improved, and he’s now been a starting corner for a quality defense. But the act wears thin after a while. — Dehner
Hollins tripled his career-high with 690 yards receiving. He was also a standout on special teams coverage, not to mention being a role model for younger players with his work ethic and extra work at practice. He signed a year ago for only $2 million, and one would have to think the Raiders would like to have him back at twice that amount. — Tafur
Harris was part of the Seahawks’ return in the Russell Wilson trade and started 15 games for Seattle in 2022, but he turns 32 in August and was set to cost $12.2 million against the cap, leading to his release. While still a solid run defender, his pass rush production slipped last season (two sacks, six QB hits), but he should still bring value in a rotation somewhere.
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Brown didn’t seem to be appreciated enough until he was not on the field. Since signing a three-year, $15.5 million contract before the start of the 2020 season, he’s started 36 games, setting a career high in interceptions (three) and passes defended (17) in 2021. However, he suffered a season-ending Achilles injury in Week 13. Retaining Brown makes sense at the right price. — Machota
Fant never fully recovered from a 2021 knee injury, and so he wasn’t able to build on a stellar season at left tackle that year. In 2022, Fant openly expressed his frustration with the Jets’ constant yanking back-and-forth between left and right tackle, and his injury — which cost him nine games — only made matters worse. Even when Fant was playing, he clearly wasn’t himself. He’ll have to hope teams focus on his 2021 tape. — Rosenblatt
Eluemunor started 17 games last season and can play both tackle and guard. He fared very well in several charting metrics, but the Raiders’ offense was limited because of all the extra help that Josh McDaniels gave his linemen and by how fast he had Derek Carr distribute. Eluemunor wasn’t too bad, but he did rank third among offensive linemen in committed penalties. — Tafur
A second-round pick in 2019, Rapp started 48 of 57 career games in Los Angeles. The Rams seemed to have an extra spark in their coverage concepts when moving Rapp closer to the line of scrimmage instead of deep in space. He’s young and will definitely have a market, but the Rams are unlikely to retain both Rapp and fellow safety Nick Scott, or either one. — Rodrigue
Dupree’s production in Tennessee never matched his final two seasons in Pittsburgh, when he had 19.5 sacks and 32 QB hits over 27 games before tearing his ACL in December 2020. He has just seven sacks since and hasn’t played in more than 11 games in a season since 2019. Perhaps he could bring more punch in a rotational role, even if it takes him time to find a deal he likes. — DeChant
Yet another player released by Tennessee, Jones has been one of the league’s better centers since entering the NFL in 2012. He turns 34 in July and missed five games in 2022, but he missed just one total through his first 10 seasons, and he remains an above-average player. He has allowed just two sacks over the last three seasons, according to TruMedia. — DeChant
Edwards, a 2019 fifth-round pick, suffered two concussions in back-to-back weeks and missed the last 13 games, but he has 45 career starts and experience at both left and right guard. The Rams could have worked out an extension with Edwards prior to the 2022 season but did not, so signs point toward him departing. — Rodrigue
The Jaguars released Griffin two years into a three-year, $44.5 million free-agent contract, and he’s coming off a back injury that limited him to five games in 2022, so his market might be limited. But the former Seahawk has started 72 games over six NFL seasons and reached the Pro Bowl as an injury replacement in 2019. A one-year, prove-it deal could bring value to a team (perhaps back in Seattle?) that needs more competition on the outside. — DeChant
The wheels came off for Quinn in Philadelphia, as he looked like a shell of himself and mostly dropped out of the pass-rush rotation, finishing with no sacks and only one total on the year. But he had 18.5 sacks in 2021 and doesn’t turn 33 until May, so he might have value as a situational rusher somewhere. — Wulf
Van Noy was signed to be a hybrid player in Brandon Staley’s scheme, playing some off the ball and some at edge rusher. But then Joey Bosa went down, and Van Noy was asked to take on a full-time edge rushing role. He battled through a back injury and broke out down the stretch with a sack in five straight games. Also, it is hard to overstate the impact of Van Noy’s leadership. — Popper
Callahan was a cheap, post-draft addition who outplayed his contract as the Chargers’ full-time starter at nickel corner. He set a career high in games (15) and played the third-most snaps in a season in his career (586), missing only two games with a torn core muscle. Callahan, when healthy, is one of the better slot defenders in the league, and he can also play outside in a pinch. — Popper
McLeod won’t get a long-term deal at this stage of his career, but after a one-year rental with the Colts, he proved he still has a lot left in the tank. Indianapolis initially plugged 2022 third-round pick Nick Cross into the starting lineup before he was quickly eclipsed by McLeod, who helped anchor the team’s secondary with career highs of eight pass breakups and eight tackles for loss. — Boyd
Amos hasn’t missed a game in four seasons with the Packers, and for the most part, he has been sound on the back end, even if he hasn’t made too many splash plays, intercepting only nine passes in 71 games. In 2022, he had only five passes defensed and was partly to blame for a disappointing year for the Packers’ secondary. — Schneidman
Feiler’s second season with the Chargers did not go as planned — he allowed five sacks and a career-high 35 pressures, per TruMedia — leading to his release two years into a three-year, $21 million deal. However, Feiler’s 2022 campaign was out of line with most of his career, as he’s been a solid starter at both left guard and right tackle. He doesn’t turn 31 until July and should not cost much, so he should bring value somewhere. — DeChant
Jones just wrapped up his 10th season, finishing with 46 receptions and 529 yards in 16 games — his lowest totals since an injury-shortened 2018 season in Detroit. That doesn’t mean he still can’t contribute, even if that’s not in Jacksonville, where it looks like the team will move forward with a triumvirate of Christian Kirk, Calvin Ridley and Zay Jones. — Ayello
Jackson’s tenure with Washington was a disaster, as he struggled to adapt to the zone-heavy scheme, and the unit improved without him in 2022. The Commanders sent him to the Steelers at the trade deadline, but he never played because of a back injury, and Pittsburgh released him. Perhaps Jackson would be a good buy-low candidate for a team that prefers man coverage. A return to the Steelers should not be ruled out. — DeChant
Perryman is aging and coming off a so-so year with first-year defensive coordinator Patrick Graham. But in 2021, he was the best linebacker the Raiders have had in 20 years, roaming sideline to sideline and blasting opponents while becoming a first-time Pro Bowler. He could have a similar impact on a defense that is not looking for pass coverage out of its new linebacker. — Tafur
Walker is a coach-on-the-field, team-captain type who’s spent the last two years with the Browns and was playing well early last season before suffering a torn quad tendon in Week 3. That led to a linebacker disaster for the Browns, who struggled to stop the run so badly that they traded for Deion Jones a few hours after a game in early October. — Jackson
Darren Waller’s injuries have given Moreau a chance to start 25 games the last two seasons, and Moreau has shown some ability if not consistency. His blocking has gotten better every year, and he averaged 32 catches for 397 yards the last two seasons. Teams might be intrigued by the 6-foot-4, 250-pound Moreau’s skill set. — Tafur
Smoot would be ranked higher had he not torn his Achilles in Week 16. A typical recovery timeline is roughly nine months, putting part of his 2023 season in doubt and perhaps limiting his market. It’s a shame because Smoot was enjoying a solid season in a rotational role with five sacks and 12 QB hits. His pressure rate of 12.8 percent was 36th among defenders with at least 200 pass rush attempts. — Ayello
Brown proved to be Detroit’s best backup lineman, and he has held his own in the starting lineup. The Lions signed him to a one-year, $2.025 million contract last offseason, after he filled in admirably at center for Frank Ragnow. He has since added extended tape at right guard, which might be enough to entice another team to sign him to a multiyear deal. — Pouncy
Singletary has grown into a consistent starter who can make defenders miss in the open field, and his pass protection improved over the years. But his lack of explosiveness keeps him from breaking away and maximizing runs, and he’s not a true impact pass catching option. With James Cook and Nyheim Hines under contract for the next two seasons, Singletary might not be back in Buffalo. — Buscaglia
The 2019 third-round pick broke out in 2021, showing he could be a featured back while rushing for 929 yards and 15 touchdowns. But he battled multiple injuries in 2022, and Rhamondre Stevenson overtook him as New England’s top ball carrier. If he doesn’t get the kinds of offers he’s hoping for, Harris could return as Stevenson’s tag-team partner. — Graff
After signing a one-year deal last offseason, Evans led the Falcons with 159 tackles in 2022. A 2018 first-round pick of the Titans out of Alabama, he was a favorite of Dean Pees and would have been a priority to re-sign if Pees had not retired. Now, his future with the Falcons will be determined by how well he fits into new defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen’s system. — Kendall
The market has often valued Golden less than his production suggests, and he’s now available again, as the Cardinals released him six months after signing him to a one-year, $6.5 million extension through 2024. That wasn’t a shock after a 2.5-sack season, but he also had 20 quarterback hits — his fourth straight season with at least 19 — and is a year removed from an 11-sack season. Teams could do a lot worse if seeking pass rush depth. — DeChant
Hunt sounds like he’s ready to move on, and the Browns drafted Jerome Ford last year. Hunt’s touches and productivity dropped in the back half of 2022, but he can still add at least something to an offense both as a power back and a pass catcher. There’s just not going to be much money out there for veteran running backs. — Jackson
Obviously Jones isn’t the same player he used to be. He caught only 24 passes for 299 yards and two TDs while playing only 10 games. It’s fair to wonder if retiring is the next step for Jones rather than signing with another team. — Holder
The five-time Pro Bowler figuratively fell off the cliff in New Orleans. He played only nine games because of an ankle injury and caught only 25 passes for 272 yards and one TD. His production and availability has dropped every year since 2019. — Holder
Signed off the street midseason, Joseph proved he can still be one of the league’s best nose tackles. If he wants to keep playing, he should have a home. — Wulf
While there’s little doubt Bridgewater is a capable backup, his struggles to stay healthy somewhat negate his value. That said, he has a 90.5 career passer rating and shouldn’t struggle to find a job somewhere. — Ayello
Pete Carroll said Seattle played Ford too much and out of position too often in 2022. That’s probably why Ford, who Carroll believes is best at nose tackle, had an underwhelming season aside from a career-high three sacks. Ford has 64 starts and 25 tackles for loss over the last four years, so he should still draw some interest. — Dugar
Harmon started 16 games, quickly replacing former first-round pick Johnathan Abram, and he showed a nose for the ball with two interceptions, five pass breakups and some clutch tackles. His defensive teammates quickly turned to him as a leader, and he did a nice job as a bridge from the locker room to the new regime. He is also aging and gets beaten deep more than you would like. — Tafur
The signal caller of the Bears defense with and without Roquan Smith, Morrow finished with 116 tackles (83 solo), eight pressures and one interception over 1,041 snaps (according to TruMedia). He was an every-down player for the Bears. Spotrac’s projection is a two-year, $7.7 million contract. — Jahns
Gould isn’t slowing down. In fact, he took on an extra duty in 2022: kickoffs. He was at his best in the playoffs and hasn’t missed a postseason kick in his career. Gould has two goals: Winning a Super Bowl and making the Hall of Fame. A good team with a shaky situation at kicker — we’re looking at you, Dallas — would be wise to consider the veteran. — Barrows
(Photo of C.J. Gardner-Johnson: Bill Streicher / USA Today)
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