The NFL free agency frenzy is in full swing as high-profile moves dominate the headlines. The “legal tampering” period, which began at noon ET, allows teams to negotiate with the agents of players set to hit the open market.
With the official start of free agency at 4 p.m. ET on March 13, teams are scrambling to make big moves before the new league year kicks off. The salary cap for this season has seen a significant increase to $255.4 million, giving teams more flexibility to make impactful signings.
Yahoo Sports has compiled a list of the top 25 free agents and the top players at each position, giving fans an inside look at the most coveted players in the market. In addition, their team-by-team NFL offseason primers break down each team’s salary cap situation and needs heading into free agency.
As teams work to secure key players, eight players have already received the franchise tag. Among them are Tee Higgins, L’Jarius Sneed, Brian Burns, Justin Madubuike, Antoine Winfield, Josh Allen, Jaylon Johnson, and Michael Pittman Jr. These players will remain with their respective teams unless a long-term deal is reached.
With rumors swirling and big-name players changing teams, the NFL free agency period promises to be full of surprises and game-changing moves. Stay tuned to Forever Sports Online for all the latest updates and breaking news as teams make moves to shape their rosters for the upcoming season.
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