The NFL is here for free agency and the trading period 2021, with the new league year coming into effect on Wednesday, although many players are staying away from the market, either re-signed by their teams or franchise-tagged, many Others are set to change teams, either signing or trading another team.
As the news goes, Sporting News will provide the latest analysis of the most important moves around the NFL.
NFL Free Agency 2021:
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NFL free agency 2021: latest signatures, grading trades
The Patriots signed TE Jonu Smith for 4 years, $ 50 million
grade A-
The Patriots ultimately rush for a seasoned starter capable of helping replace Rob Gronkowski with this strong former Titans blocker, who also happens to be a high achiever. Smith is going into his only age 26 season and should use his athleticism as an important pass-catcher for the Camel Newton and / or rookie QB through the red zone. Smith’s versatility also fits well with Josh McDonnells and Bill Belichick. The only concern is the durability for such a high price.
Buccaneers again sign EDGE Shaquil Barrett for 4 years for $ 72 million
grade A
The Buccaneers continue their mastery of the hat, ensuring that all major pieces and top priorities in free agency remain from their Super Bowl 55 time. Barrett also took a mild “hometown discount” to live, and Jason would wreak havoc in front of Pierre-Paul.
The Lions re-signed DE Romeo Okvara for 3 years, $ 39 million
grade B
He was a bright spot in a disappointing season guarding Matt Patricia with a breakout 10-sack season. The Lions may have a bit too much for a limited sample size, but they are desperate for the Dan Campbell era to unfold a young gfoundation.
49ers re-signed FB Kyle Juszyk for 5 years, $ 27 million
grade A
His name is hard to spell and his role is hard to define, but with his blocking and pass-catching, he is an invaluable versatile cog in Kyle Shahan’s offense.
Rance signed G. Kevin Zeitler for 3 years, $ 22 million
grade B
The Giants had to say goodbye to their services, but without Marshall Yanda hurting the interior, the Ravens found their solid replacement right guard.
Packers signed RB Aaron Jones for $ 48 million for 4 years
grade A
The Packers avoided using the franchise tag on him and gave him a fair deal with his chief as a strong deal. He would make a good punch with AJ Dillon and continue to support Aaron Rodgers.
Colts trade for Eagles QB Carson Wentz
grade A-
The Colts made a reckoning for a young QB with a low contract for him, which would give Wenz back with Frank Reich and a better support system.
More: Complete Carson Wentz Business Analysis
Ram Business for QB Matthew Stafford
grade B-
The Rams had high hopes that they received a major upgrade to the post, but Stafford is not really so and he is an old QB with recent major durability issues and a notable history of not winning (or receiving) a playoff game is.
Lions trade for QB Jared Goff
grade A
Goff is a pretty decent bridge QB with Anthony Lynn along with some talented young skill players to take on a new offense. In addition, the Lions are also in great condition with two extra first rounders out of the deal and probably did not downgrade all that much with a chance to rebound Gough with a change of scene.
More: Complete Stafford for Goff Business Analysis
The Cardinals signed DJJ Watt for $ 28 million for 2 years
grade A
The Cardinals got another strong all-around season for the Texas legend for good market value. He is an ideal player for the 3-4 front who needed a player like him.
Cowboys re-signed Dac Prescott for 4 years, $ 160 million
grade A
Prescott now got the big money he needed and did not get a chance to break the bank much later in relation to the market. The Cowboys also gained big cap relief and shut down their young, elite long-term QBs.
Buccaneers re-sign LB Lavonte David for 2 years, $ 25 million
grade A
The Buccaneers not only kept their top disruptive pass razor, but they also ensured that their defensive leader and second-level glue went nowhere.
Franchise-tagged players
Chris Godwin, WR, Buccaneers (1 year tender, $ 15.9 million)
grade A
The Buccaneers were not about to convey an important Tom Brady goal – arguably to their real new man – to go on their quest to repeat.
Alan Robinson, WR, Beers (tender in 1 year, $ 18 million)
grade B
The Bears need to keep Robinson badly, but it does not appear that he is thrilled to stay until the QB situation improves. They also increase themselves cap-wise without a real QB solution.
Taylor Moton, RT, Panthers (tender in 1 year, $ 13.75 million, re-signed)
grade A
With a strong offense this rebuilding team needs to have a strong, young, all-around blocker, who is also the next starting QB. It was a no-brainer in price.
Justin Simmons, S, Broncos (1 year, tender for $ 13.7 million)
grade A
Safety still has a favorable price to re-tag Simmons, much needed for Denver due to other major secondary issues.
Cam Robinson, LT, Jaguars (1 year, tender at $ 13.75 million)
grade B
Robinson is not considered an elite blind pass protector, but the Jaguars had plenty under the cap and needed to retain the edges for Trevor Lawrence.
Leonard Williams, Day, Giants (1 year tender, $ 19.35 million)
grade B
The Giants got a big internal pass-receiving season from Williams, the former Jets, and needed him to lay the foundation for a better defense. Although the price may be slightly higher.
Brandon Shroff, G, Washington (1 year tender, $ 18 million)
grade A
Washington needed to keep some offensive line pieces as it tries to upgrade Tackle for its next starting QB.
Marcus Maye, S, Jets (1 year tender, $ 10.6 million)
Grade: C
Mae is about an average player at this point, but the Jets showed some frustration here, still feeling the void of Jamal Adams.
Marcus Williams, S, Saints (1 year, tender for $ 10.6 million)
grade A
Williams was a big part of the Saints’ secondary – which is now in transition at corner – so the cap work was too big to keep a key playwright.
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