NFL Free Agents 2011: Pressing Free Agency Needs for All 32 Teams
As the NFL lockout came to an end today, we can now start focusing on free agency and team needs.Ā
Free agency will now start Tuesday, but nothing can be made official until this Friday,Ā accordingĀ to multipleĀ sources.Ā
With teams gearing up toĀ negotiateĀ contracts with players, here is each pressing need for every team in the NFL.Ā
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Arizona Cardinals
1 of 32Team Needs: QB, OL and WR
I'm sure Kevin Kolb is atop of nearly every Arizona Cardinals' fans wish list, but trading for the Philadelphia Eagles' backup may be a bit too pricey.Ā
Some other quarterback options could be Marc Bulger, Vince Young or even Seneca Wallace.Ā
Atlanta Falcons
2 of 32Team Needs: OL, S and RB
Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Tyson Clabo will likely test the free agent market, but according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the Falcons will attempt to re-sign the 29-year-old.Ā
Baltimore Ravens
3 of 32Team Needs: QB, WR and OL
Wide receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh simply did not work out as the Baltimore Ravens' No. 2 wide receiver outside of Anquan Boldin.
Braylon Edwards, like Houshmandzadeh, is a tall and physical receiver who could fill the needs at wide receiver for the Ravens.Ā
Buffalo Bills
4 of 32Team Needs: QB, OL, TE and secondary
With Donte Whitner likely signing elsewhere, the Buffalo Bills will need to add some depth to their defensive backfield, and could target players such as Dawan Landry and Eric Weddle.Ā
Carolina Panthers
5 of 32Team Needs: QB, WR, TE and secondary
One player who makes perfect sense to me is San Diego Chargers safety Eric Weddle. Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera spent the past few seasons as the Chargers' defensive coordinator, and I'm sure he wouldn't mind adding Weddle to Carolina's weak defense.Ā
Chicago Bears
6 of 32Team Needs: WR, OL and LB
The Chicago Bears need to find a No. 1 wide receiver if they want to compete with the Green Bay Packers, and Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Mike Sims-Walker is a player who comes to mind.Ā
Cincinnati Bengals
7 of 32Team Needs: S, QB and RB
Buffalo Bills free agent safety Donte Whitner could certainly fill the Bengals' need at safety with his playmaking ability.Ā
Cleveland Browns
8 of 32Team Needs: DL, secondary and WRĀ
Jason Babin is one pass-rusher who comes to mind who would be an instant impact on the Cleveland Browns, considering their almost nonexistentĀ pass-rush from 2010.Ā
Dallas Cowboys
9 of 32Team Needs: S, DL and OL
I am 100 percent positive Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys would love to addĀ Nnamdi Asomugha, no matter how large the price tag is.Ā
Denver Broncos
10 of 32Team Needs: DL, RB and OL
Due to the familiarity between DeAngelo Williams and first-year head coach John Fox, I think it's safe to bet on the Denver BroncosĀ targetingĀ Williams this offseason.Ā
Detroit Lions
11 of 32Team Needs: CB, LB and OG
Antonio Cromartie may not be a top-tier cornerback, but he'sĀ definitelyĀ worthy of being a team's No. 1 cornerback.
Expect the Lions to take a look at Cromartie.Ā
Green Bay Packers
12 of 32Team Needs: OLB, DE and OLĀ
Linebacker Rocky McIntosh is one player who the Packers may target. He'll add some much-needed depth and experience at the linebacker position.Ā
Houston Texans
13 of 32Team Needs: CB, S and DL
You can bet on the Houston Texans being a major player in the Nnamdi Asomugha sweepstakes this offseason. Ā
Indianapolis Colts
14 of 32Team Needs: RB, S and DTĀ
The Indianapolis Colts could certainly add some depth at defensive end, and the Seattle Seahawks' Brandon Mebane could certainly be an option.Ā
Jacksonville Jaguars
15 of 32Team Needs: OLB, S and DE
The former Cleveland Browns outside linebacker would be a great addition to the Jacksonville Jaguars' defense.Ā
Kansas City Chiefs
16 of 32Team Needs: NT, OLB and OL
Carolina Panthers defensive end Charles Johnson could be a nice asset to the Kansas City Chiefs' pass-rush with his solid 12 sacks in 2011.
Miami Dolphins
17 of 32Team Needs: QB, S and RB
Vince Young is definitely anĀ intriguingĀ option for the Miami Dolphins. He'd bring a 30-17 career record to Miami.Ā
Minnesota Vikings
18 of 32Team Needs: QB, OL, S and WRĀ
Let's be realistic, it would not be a wise idea to start Christian PonderĀ immediatelyĀ in Minnesota, so veteran quarterback Matt Hasselbeck could be a perfect fit as a Viking.Ā
New England Patriots
19 of 32Team Needs: OLB, WR and DL
Sidney Rice is certainly a long-shot for New England, but he fits their wide receiver need perfectly. Ā
New Orleans Saints
20 of 32Team Needs: OLB, OL and S
It'd be a wise move for the New Orleans Saints to re-sign Roman Harper, as he's not only a productive player but also a team leader.Ā
New York Giants
21 of 32Team Needs: RB, LB and TE
Linebacker Stephen Tulloch was second in the NFL with 160 tackles last season and would be a great addition to New York's defense.Ā
New York Jets
22 of 32Team Needs: WR, OLB and DL
The New York Jets need to do whatever it takes to keep either Santonio Holmes or Braylon Edwards, as the Jets cannot afford to lose their top two wide receivers.Ā
Oakland Raiders
23 of 32Team Needs: TE, DB and OL
The Oakland Raiders could definitely use some help in their defensive backfield, and Quintin Mikell is a ratherĀ intriguingĀ option as he's still productive and provides much-needed veteran leadership.Ā
Philadelphia Eagles
24 of 32Team Needs: LB, CB and DEĀ
Wouldn't it be something if the Eagles were able to land Nnamdi Asomugha? Imagine Asomugha lining up opposite of Asante Samuel.
It could be a very frightening sight.Ā
Pittsburgh Steelers
25 of 32Team Needs: CB, RB and OL
It would be in Pittsburgh's best interest to keep Ike Taylor around for a few more seasons. He's a proven player who's been productive during his time as a Steeler.Ā
San Diego Chargers
26 of 32Team Needs: OLB, FS and WRĀ
The possible addition of linebacker Kirk Morrison would add some much-needed depth for the San Diego Chargers.Ā
Seattle Seahawks
27 of 32Team Needs: QB, CB and DL
Carson Palmer and Pete Carroll could potentially reunite in Seattle if the Seahawks are able to land the starting quarterback in a trade with the Bengals.Ā
San Francisco 49ers
28 of 32Team Needs: NG, WR and DB
Wide receiver Braylon Edwards is a tough and physical player who could excel in Jim Harbaugh's West Coast offense.Ā
St. Louis Rams
29 of 32Team Needs: WR, RB and OLB
Reggie Bush may not be a wide receiver, but he's certainly a reliable receiver and playmaker coming out of the backfield.
Young quarterback Sam Bradford would certainly benefit from the addition of Bush, whether it's a trade or free agency.Ā
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
30 of 32Team Needs: CB, OL and RB
With the legal troubles of Aqib Talib, it would not be a bad idea adding Chris Carr to bring some depth to Tampa Bay's secondary.Ā
Tennessee Titans
31 of 32Team Needs: MLB, DE and OL
If theĀ TennesseeĀ Titans do part ways with Jason Babin, then adding someone likeĀ Mathias Kiwanuka wouldn't a bad idea.Ā
Washington Redskins
32 of 32Team Needs: QB, NG and CB
Before the Washington Redskins even think about adding a quarterback, they need to do whatever it takes to hold onto Santana Moss, as he's their only playmaker and big-name player.Ā
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