After a very busy beginning to NFL free agency, we have given each team a grade based on how they did. Let us know your thoughts on how your team did and/or about how every team did:
Arizona Cardinals—A
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – NOVEMBER 26: Detail view of an Arizona Cardinals logo during a game against the Los Angeles Rams at State Farm Stadium on November 26, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)
Arizona added Josh Sweat, Dalvin Tomlinson, and a few others to improve their shoddy defense.
Atlanta Falcons—C-
Leonard Floyd and Divine Deablo are a good start, but Atlanta needs more to compete for the NFC South.
Baltimore Ravens—B
BALTIMORE, MD – JULY 31: A general view of the Baltimore Ravens logo during training camp at M&T Bank Stadium on July 31, 2021 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
Resigning Ronnie Stanley was worth a B by itself.
Buffalo Bills—A+
Buffalo added multiple pass rushers and, more importantly, resigned Josh Allen and Khalil Shakir.
Carolina Panthers–B
Rico Dowdle should pair nicely with Chuba Hubbard, and they improved their defense as well.
Chicago Bears—A
CHICAGO – NOVEMBER 26: The Chicago Bears “C” logo at the North end of Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Bears football team in Chicago on November 26, 2014 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images)
Chicago addressed its OL issues in an outstanding way.
Cincinnati Bengals—A
CINCINNATI, OHIO – JUNE 15: A detail view of a Cincinnati Bengals logo during an offseason workout at Paycor Stadium on June 15, 2023 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)
They will likely lose Trey Hendrickson, but getting Chase, Higgins, and Gesicki signed will be tremendous.
Cleveland Browns—C
PITTSBURGH, PA – DECEMBER 8: A detailed view of a Cleveland Browns logo against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the game on December 8, 2011 at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Steelers won 14-3. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
Only getting this grade because they figured out a way to keep Myles Garrett.
Dallas Cowboys—F
ARLINGTON, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 28: A detail shot of the Dallas Cowboys logo painted at midfield prior to an NFL football game between the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium on November 28, 2024 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images)
Jerry being Jerry.
Denver Broncos—A+
DENVER, CO – SEPTEMBER 18: A general view of the Denver Broncos logo on the sidelines during a game against the Indianapolis Colts at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on September 18, 2016 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
I love their defensive additions, and adding Evan Engram will help the development of Bo Nix.
Detroit Lions—C
DETROIT, MICHIGAN – AUGUST 19: The Detroit Lions logo is pictured during the preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Ford Field on August 19, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)
D.J. Reed is a great addition, but they didn’t do much else.
Green Bay Packers—C
IRVING, TX – NOVEMBER 29: Tackle Chad Clifton #76 of the Green Bay Packers with a #21 sticker on his helmet for Sean Taylor of the Washington Redskins during play with the Dallas Cowboys at Texas Stadium on November 29, 2007 in Irving, Texas (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Quality over quantity. Hobbs is a rock-solid defender.
Houston Texans—INC
They made some bold trades, so I need to see how the draft goes before the final grade comes in. Like them adding Christian Kirk.
Indianapolis Colts—C-
INDIANAPOLIS – DECEMBER 22: Indianapolis Colts logo at mid-field at Lucas Oil Stadium, home of the Indianapolis Colts football team on December 22, 2015 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images)
Willing to bump this to a C+ if Daniel Jones beats out Anthony Richardson.
Jacksonville Jaguars—D-
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – DECEMBER 27: A Jacksonville Jaguars logo is seen at TIAA Bank Field during a game against the Chicago Bears on December 27, 2020 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)
Moving on from Kirk and Engram to Dyami Brown and Johnny Mundt feels like a huge downgrade.
Kansas City Chiefs—B
KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – NOVEMBER 29: A detail of the Kansas City Chiefs logo on a helmet prior to a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on November 29, 2024 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Aaron M. Sprecher/Getty Images)
Re-signing Nick Bolton was key for the Kansas City defense
Las Vegas Raiders—B
HENDERSON, NEVADA – JUNE 10: A team logo is shown above the entrance at the 336,000-square-foot Las Vegas Raiders Headquarters/Intermountain Healthcare Performance Center under construction on June 10, 2020 in Henderson, Nevada. The site will serve as the team’s practice facility and will include three outdoor football fields, a 150,000-square-foot field house with one-and-a-half indoor football fields, a three-story office area, and a 50,000-square-foot performance center. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
I LOVE the defensive additions, but the Raiders need to figure out the offense in a hurry.
Los Angeles Chargers—B
INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 7: A general view of the Los Angeles Chargers logo in the end zone from an elevated position before a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at SoFi Stadium on January 7, 2024 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)
Harbaugh improves the OL and DL. Najee Harris and Mike Williams are great additions to the offense, too.
Los Angeles Rams—C-
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JULY 25: A detail view of a Los Angeles Rams logo on a sign during training camp on July 25, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images)
Why sign Davante Adams if you already had Cooper Kupp, who is cheaper? Plus, how is Tutu Atwell worth $10 million?
Miami Dolphins—F
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – NOVEMBER 15: A general view of the Miami Dolphins throwback logo midfield prior to the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Hard Rock Stadium on November 15, 2020 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images)
Wondering why GM Chris Grier still has a job.
Minnesota Vikings—A+
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – DECEMBER 18: A general view of the Minnesota Vikings’ logo on the 50 yard line during the game between the Minnesota Vikings and the New Orleans Saints on December 18, 2011 at Mall of America Field at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)
Outstanding job adding two tremendous pieces to the OL. Plus, Jonathan Allen will bring havoc to the defensive front.
New England Patriots—A-
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – SEPTEMBER 08: A detail of the New England Patriots logo on the field during the game between the New England Patriots and the Pittsburgh Steelers at Gillette Stadium on September 08, 2019 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)
Milton Williams, Carlton Davis, and Harold Landry will help the New England defense immediately.
New Orleans Saints—D-
Not sure anyone wants to play in New Orleans.
New York Giants—B
Great additions to the defense, but still need a QB, OL, and WR
New York Jets—B
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – NOVEMBER 9: A close up of a New York Jets logo prior to an NFL football game against the New England Patriots at MetLife Stadium on November 9, 2020 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images)
Jamien Sherwood was a must re-sign on defense, and signing Justin Fields keeps Garrett Wilson happy, which is critical.
Philadelphia Eagles—INC
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – AUGUST 17: A generic view of the Philadelphia Eagles logo against the Cleveland Browns during the preseason game at Lincoln Financial Field on August 17, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Browns tied the Eagles 18-18. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
Love getting deals for Zack Baun and Saquon. Now Roseman has 12 picks out of the first 100 in the upcoming draft.
Pittsburgh Steelers—C
It feels like Mike Tomlin is changing his entire philosophy to keep the boobirds happy.
San Francisco 49ers—C-
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – DECEMBER 17: A detail view of a San Francisco 49ers logo is seen on a helmet in action during a game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on December 17, 2023 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Robin Alam/ISI Photos/Getty Images)
Feels like the 49ers moved pieces to load up in the draft. Mac Jones is a nice backup QB as Shanahan has always been high on him.
Seattle Seahawks—C
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – OCTOBER 29: The Seattle Seahawks throwback logo is seen on the football field at Lumen Field before the game against the Cleveland Browns on October 29, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
The Sam Darnold deal is for three years, but Seattle can get out of it after one. Like bringing Cooper Kupp back to his home state.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers—B-
Bringing Chris Godwin back is worth a C+ by itself. If Haason Reddick shows passion for the game again, this could end up being a grade higher.
Tennessee Titans—B+
NASHVILLE, TN – NOVEMBER 27: The Tennessee Titans logo at the 50-yard line prior to NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Nissan Stadium on November 27, 2022 in Nashville, . (Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images)
Lots of “football guys” here, which is good since Tennessee needs to change its culture if they want to win.
Washington Commanders–A
LANDOVER, MD – JANUARY 01: A general view of the Washington Commanders logo on the stadium concourse before the game between the Washington Commanders and the Cleveland Browns at FedExField on January 1, 2023 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
There is a lot of risk with giving up all those draft picks, but the time is now in Washington as they have Daniels on a rookie deal.
