Winners and Losers from NFL Free Agency Day One

The first day of the 2009 season was a busy one.  Some teams improved, some got worse.  Here are a list of the winners and losers in Thursdays spending spree.

Winners

Washington Redskins

After a quiet 2008 free agency, Daniel Snyder is back at it again.  First, signing Deangelo Hall to a 6 year, $54 million, with $24 million guaranteed, then turning their attention to massive Albert Haynesworth. 

Even though the deal is reportedly at seven years, and up to $115 million, those numbers are a "bit" blown up. 

Denver Broncos

After blowing a four-game lead with four games to play, the Broncos have set out to right the ship.

It started with getting rid of Mike Shanahan and bringing in Josh McDaniels from New England.

The Broncos have been one of the busiest players in free agency, reaching deals with running backs JJ Arrington from Arizona and Correll Buckhalter from the Eagles.  Having lost 5 RB's to IR last year, these moves make sense.

Also from Philadelphia is hard hitting safety Brian Dawkins.  He should become a leader on a defensive squad that could use the leadership.  Renaldo Hill has come from Miami to round out the secondary.

Jabar Garrney comes in from New England to give Jay Cutler another weapon.

New York Jets

After a big off-season last year, the Jets are at it again.  This year they started off with a 6 year, $48 million dollar deal to former Raven Bart Scott.

Rumor has it that the Jets are going to be making a push of Corey Ivy and Jim Leonhard, both also of the Ravens.  They both know new coach Rex Ryan, and can help him get his system in place.

The Jets made a push for Steelers guard Chris Kemoeatu, but Kemo decided to stay in the Burgh, so the Jets re-signed Brandon Moore.

Now, if they could just find a QB, they would be ok.

The Losers

Baltimore Ravens

Already gone are Bart Scott (Jets) and Jason Brown (Rams).  As I said earlier, Jim Leonhard and Corey Ivy may be joining Bart Scott in New York.

A friend of Ray Lewis said (courtesy profootballtalk.com) that Ray will retire before playing for the Ravens again.  This could spell serious trouble in Baltimore.

Chris McAllister (released), and Matt Stover (UFA) will probably not return.

Detroit Lions

Rumor has it former Steeler Nate Washington will be signing with the Lions in the next few days.

When you go 0-16, YOU HAVE TO DO SOMETHING.  Anything.