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2026 NFL Free Agent Tracker: Ranking Top 40 Signings by Contract Value

Grant White

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40. Tyler Biadasz - C
Former Team: Washington Commanders

Current Team: Los Angeles Chargers

Contract Value: 3 years, $30 million ($10.0 million AAV)

Inarguably, the Chargers' offensive line was one of the worst in the NFL last season. Enter Tyler Biadasz, who will be tasked with protecting Justin Herbert for years to come.
1. Jaelan Phillips - EDGE
Former Team: Philadelphia Eagles

Current Team: Carolina Panthers

Contract Value: 4 years, $120 million ($30.0 million AAV)

One of the prized free agents this offseason, Jaelen Phillips immediately improves the Panthers' defense.
2. Alec Pierce - WR
Former Team: Indianapolis Colts

Current Team: Indianapolis Colts

Contract Value: 4 years, $114 million ($28.5 million AAV)

The Colts weren't about to let Alec Pierce walk in free agency. Let's see if the speedy wideout lives up to expectations.
4. Odafe Oweh - EDGE
Former Team: Los Angeles Chargers

Current Team: Washington Commanders

Contract Value: 4 years, $96 million ($24.0 million AAV)

Needing upgrades throughout their defense, the Commanders spared no expense in signing Odafe Oweh.
5. Tyler Linderbaum - C
Former Team: Baltimore Ravens

Current Team: Las Vegas Raiders

Contract Value: 3 years, $81 million ($27.0 million AAV)

The Raiders have a franchise quarterback to protect now. Tyler Linderbaum ensures Fernando Mendoza's NFL foray is a successful one.
6. Wan'dale Robinson - WR
Former Team: New York Giants

Current Team: Tennessee Titans

Contract Value: 4 years, $70 million ($17.5 million AAV)

The Titans may look back on this deal with regret. We'll give Wan'dale Robinson the benefit of the doubt -- for now.
7. Romeo Doubs - WR
Former Team: Green Bay Packers

Current Team: New England Patriots

Contract Value: 4 years, $68 million ($17.0 million AAV)

The Patriots need competent pass-catchers to maximize Drake Maye's production. Romeo Doubs should flourish in New England.
8. Malik Willis - QB
Former Team: Green Bay Packers

Current Team: Miami Dolphins

Contract Value: 3 years, $67.5 million ($22.5 million AAV)

Desperate for an NFL-caliber starting quarterback, the Dolphins overpaid to land Malik Willis.
9. John Franklin-Myers - DL
Former Team: Denver Broncos

Current Team: Tennessee Titans

Contract Value: 3 years, $63 million ($21.0 million AAV)

The Titans are hoping that John Franklin-Myers will lead their defensive renaissance.
10. David Edwards - OL
Former Team: Buffalo Bills

Current Team: New Orleans Saints

Contract Value: 4 years, $61 million ($15.25 million AAV)

David Edwards is a much-needed upgrade, but we don't have faith in the rest of the offense.
11. Boye Mafe - EDGE
Former Team: Seattle Seahawks

Current Team: Cincinnati Bengals

Contract Value: 3 years, $60 million ($20.0 million AAV)

The Bengals need to make defense a priority this offseason. Boye Mafe can't do it all himself.
12. Alontae Taylor - CB
Former Team: New Orleans Saints

Current Team: Tennessee Titans

Contract Value: 3 years, $58 million ($19.333 million AAV)

The Titans are designing the interior without having an architect to design the building. Alontae Taylor has his work cut out for him.
13. Rashid Shaheed - WR
Former Team: Seattle Seahawks

Current Team: Seattle Seahawks

Contract Value: 3 years, $51 million ($17.0 million AAV)

The Seahawks' prized trade deadline acquisition, Rashid Shaheed will be tasked with replicating his production for the next three years.
14. Jaylen Watson - CB
Former Team: Kansas City Chiefs

Current Team: Los Angeles Rams

Contract Value: 3 years, $51 million ($17.0 million AAV)

Pass defense was an area of concern for the Rams last season. Poaching the Chiefs' secondary is a good solution.
15. Zion Johnson - G
Former Team: Los Angeles Chargers

Current Team: Cleveland Browns

Contract Value: 3 years, $49.5 million ($16.5 million AAV)

The Browns needed to invest in their offensive line. Zion Johnson should help stabilize the unit.
16. Kwity Paye - EDGE
Former Team: Indianapolis Colts

Current Team: Las Vegas Raiders

Contract Value: 3 years, $48 million ($16.0 million AAV)

With cap room to burn, the Raiders brought in Kwity Paye to fill the void left by Maxx Crosby.
17. Travis Etienne - RB
Former Team: Jacksonville Jaguars

Current Team: New Orleans Saints

Contract Value: 4 years, $47.4 million ($11.85 million AAV)

Travis Etienne is cut from the same cloth as Alvin Kamara, albeit with time on his side.
18. Cordale Flott - CB
Former Team: New York Giants

Current Team: Tennessee Titans

Contract Value: 3 years, $45 million ($15.0 million AAV)

I don't know if the Titans realize that poaching Giants' players isn't the magic recipe for success.
19. Bradley Chubb - EDGE
Former Team: Miami Dolphins

Current Team: Buffalo Bills

Contract Value: 3 years, $43.5 million ($14.5 million AAV)

The Bills desperately needed an upgrade to their pass-rush. Thankfully, Bradley Chubb was one of the Dolphins' free agency casualties.
20. Kenneth Walker III - RB
Former Team: Seattle Seahawks

Current Team: Kansas City Chiefs

Contract Value: 3 years, $43.05 million ($14.35 million AAV)

The Chiefs know what they need. Kenneth Walker III should maintain his solid production in Kansas City.
21. Mike Evans - WR
Former Team: Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Current Team: San Francisco 49ers

Contract Value: 3 years, $42.4 million ($14.13 million AAV)

Mike Evans' time with the Bucs has come to an end. Hopefully he can maximize production with the 49ers.
22. Devin Lloyd - LB
Former Team: Jacksonville Jaguars

Current Team: Carolina Panthers

Contract Value: 4 years, $42 million ($14.0 million AAV)

The Panthers are quietly building a contender in the NFC South. Devin Lloyd will wreak havoc in Carolina.
23. Alijah Vera-Tucker - OL
Former Team: New York Jets

Current Team: New England Patriots

Contract Value: 3 years, $42 million ($14.0 million AAV)

The Patriots paid a premium for an oft-injured offensive lineman. Alijah Vera-Tucker needs to exorcise some demons to make this contract worthwhile.
24. Quay Walker - LB
Former Team: Green Bay Packers

Current Team: Las Vegas Raiders

Contract Value: 3 years, $40.5 million ($13.5 million AAV)

The Raiders made several splashes during the legal tampering period. Quay Walker is part of the solution in Las Vegas.
25. Bryan Cook - S
Former Team: Kansas City Chiefs

Current Team: Cincinnati Bengals

Contract Value: 3 years, $40.25 million ($13.42 million AAV)

Another astute signing from the Bengals. Bryan Cook will lead the defensive charge next season.
26. Isaiah Likely - TE
Former Team: Baltimore Ravens

Current Team: New York Giants

Contract Value: 3 years, $40 million ($13.333 million AAV)

A big, elite pass-catching target for Jaxson Dart is a great idea. Watch Isaiah Likely to great things with the Giants.
27. Coby Bryant - S
Former Team: Seattle Seahawks

Current Team: Chicago Bears

Contract Value: 3 years, $40 million ($13.333 million AAV)

Coby Bryant shifts the power balance in the NFC. The Bears could go on an extended playoff run with an upgraded secondary.
28. Jermaine Eluemunor - OT
Former Team: New York Giants

Current Team: New York Giants

Contract Value: 3 years, $39 million ($13.0 million AAV)

The Giants weren't about to let one of their most dependable offensive linemen walk in free agency. Jermaine Eluemunor is part of the solution in New York.
29. Jamel Dean - CB
Former Team: Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Current Team: Pittsburgh Steelers

Contract Value: 3 years, $36.75 million ($12.25 million AAV)

The Steelers need more consistent production out of their secondary. Jamel Dean moves them in the right direction.
30. Dre'Mont Jones - EDGE
Former Team: Baltimore Ravens

Current Team: New England Patriots

Contract Value: 3 years, $36.5 million ($12.166 million AAV)

Dre'Mont Jones had an inconsistent year in 2025. The Pats paid him like he's a constant threat, and he needs to prove he can be that.
31. Nakobe Dean - LB
Former Team: Philadelphia Eagles

Current Team: Las Vegas Raiders

Contract Value: 3 years, $36.03 million ($12.01 million AAV)

Nakobe Dean's rookie contract expired, and he secured the bag with the Raiders. The linebacker inked a three-year pact with Las Vegas, where he'll be counted on as an every-down stalwart.
32. Tremaine Edmunds - LB
Former Team: Chicago Bears

Current Team: New York Giants

Contract Value: 3 years, $36 million ($12.0 million AAV)

Tremaine Edmunds hasn't recorded fewer than 102 tackles in any of his eight professional seasons. He'll be counted on to maintain that production in the Big Apple.
33. Jalen Nailor - WR
Former Team: Minnesota Vikings

Current Team: Las Vegas Raiders

Contract Value: 3 years, $35.03 million ($11.677 million AAV)

The Raiders' spending spree continued this offseason with the addition of Jalen Nailor. The wideout may be asked to take on a more prominent role in the desert.
34. Joseph Ossai - EDGE
Former Team: Cincinnati Bengals

Current Team: New York Jets

Contract Value: 3 years, $34.5 million ($11.5 million AAV)

The Jets needed a few upgrades on their defensive line, and they think they found the solution in Joseph Ossai. The edge rusher still has something to prove, though.
35. Kaden Elliss - LB
Former Team: Atlanta Falcons

Current Team: New Orleans Saints

Contract Value: 3 years, $33 million ($11.0 million AAV)

Kaden Elliss has been one of the most productive linebackers of the past few seasons. He's returning home to the Saints, hoping to maintain his reputation.
36. Jalen Thompson - S
Former Team: Arizona Cardinals

Current Team: Dallas Cowboys

Contract Value: 3 years, $33 million ($11.0 million AAV)

Pass-defense was a major concern for the Cowboys last season. Jalen Thompson will have his work cut out for him in Dallas.
37. Isaac Seumalo - G
Former Team: Pittsburgh Steelers

Current Team: Arizona Cardinals

Contract Value: 3 years, $31.5 million ($10.5 million AAV)

Isaac Seumalo has been a hulking presence on the interior offensive line. But at 32-years-old, the Cardinals are paying him to perform well past his prime.
38. Eric Stokes - CB
Former Team: Las Vegas Raiders

Current Team: Las Vegas Raiders

Contract Value: 3 years, $30 million ($10.0 million AAV)

Not much went right in Las Vegas last season. Still, the Raiders were clearly impressed with Eric Stokes's performance. He'll be back in the black and silver for three more years.
39. John Simpson - G
Former Team: New York Jets

Current Team: Baltimore Ravens

Contract Value: 3 years, $30 million ($10.0 million AAV)

The Ravens desperately needed to upgrade their offensive line. John Simpson will be an interior anchor, looking to help Baltimore's offense succeed.
40. Tyler Biadasz - C
Former Team: Washington Commanders

Current Team: Los Angeles Chargers

Contract Value: 3 years, $30 million ($10.0 million AAV)

Inarguably, the Chargers' offensive line was one of the worst in the NFL last season. Enter Tyler Biadasz, who will be tasked with protecting Justin Herbert for years to come.
1. Jaelan Phillips - EDGE
Former Team: Philadelphia Eagles

Current Team: Carolina Panthers

Contract Value: 4 years, $120 million ($30.0 million AAV)

One of the prized free agents this offseason, Jaelen Phillips immediately improves the Panthers' defense.

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2026 NFL Free Agent Tracker: Ranking Top 40 Signings by Contract Value

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