There are a number of ways to add talent in the NFL, including through trade and via the NFL Draft. Free agency is what really gets the people going, though. Players with expiring contracts are set to hit the open market on March 10, and, in theory, they are free to sign with any team. We already ranked the best 2025 NFL free agents, but where are these players likely to sign, and who should give them contracts? We will answer that below.
The offseason is officially here. Super Bowl 59 has come and gone, and there is finally a new champion that everybody will be trying to take down. That is, of course, the Philadelphia Eagles, a team whose depth chart was stacked with talent. Their roster construction will lead to copycat teams trying to replicate their roster makeup.
So, check out the gallery and see one free agent every NFL team must sign based on team needs and player fit. For the sake of this exercise, we will only be looking at external free agent options and not players whose teams should/could re-sign.
Free agent target: Milton Williams, DT
Part of the downfall of winning the Super Bowl is your upcoming free agents are highly coveted on the open market. That will certainly be the case for the Philadelphia Eagles this year after winning Super Bowl 59. With fellow defensive tackles Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis on the roster, Milton Williams seems like one of the most likely players to go. The Arizona Cardinals need defensive line help, and bringing in someone with winning experience makes sense.
Free agent target: Josh Sweat, Edge
Another member of the Eaglesβ front seven who is hitting the open market is Josh Sweat. Again, Philadelphia is at risk of being outbid for his services. The Falcons might not have the salary cap wiggle room to pull off such a splashy move, but if they can potentially get Josh Sweat, then they need to pursue him. The Falcons need speed at the edge rusher position, especially considering three of their four top outside linebackers β including Matthew Judon β are set to hit free agency.
Free agent target: Tee Higgins, WR
Bryce Young was benched at the start of last year, and Carolina Panthers fans quickly grew worried that he was headed to all-time draft-bust status. Then, he picked up his game, and now the team is hopeful that he can still be the franchise quarterback of the future. Adding weapons will be the priority going forward, and there is no better weapon for Bryce Young to throw to than Tee Higgins. In fact, Higgins is our top-ranked 2025 free agent, regardless of position.
Free agent target: Ronnie Stanley, OT
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