Best Fits for Jauan Jennings, Top Remaining Players in 2026 NFL Free Agency

We're nearly two weeks into NFL free agency, and while most of the top players were snapped up during the initial wave, several quality starters and role players remain available.

Of course, there are reasons why some of these players remain available. However, they don't mean that they can be high-end contributors in 2026. Wide receiver Stefon Diggs, for example, didn't sign with the New England Patriots until late March last offseason. He just helped lead them to a Super Bowl appearance.

Here, we'll examine the top remaining NFL free agents, why they might remain available, what they can offer this coming season, and the best fits for each based on skill set, team needs, roster makeup, and scheme fit.

Edge Joey Bosa

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Pass-rusher Joey Bosa may turn 31 in July, but he remains an effective and disruptive rotational defender. This past season, he recorded five sacks and 24 quarterback pressures, and nine tackles for loss for the Buffalo Bills.

While Bosa's level of play would still justify a multi-year deal, he's best suited for a legitimate contender at this stage of his career. He may still be impactful in 2027 and beyond, but that doesn't mean he's the right fit for a rebuilding team.

Bosa would be a great fit for the Detroit Lions, who still don't have a high-end complement to Aidan Hutchinson. Detroit added D.J. Wonnum in free agency, but it has room for Bosa in the pass-rushing rotation.

The San Francisco 49ers would also provide Bosa with a logical landing spot—along with a chance to play with his brother, Nick. San Francisco fielded a playoff-caliber defense last season but managed just 20 sacks as a team.

Best Fits: Detroit Lions, San Francisco 49ers

OT Taylor Decker

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Offensive tackle Taylor Decker asked for and was granted his release from the Lions. However, the 32-year-old wasn't simply looking for a change of scenery. According to Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press, however, Detroit approached Decker about taking a "steep" pay cut before he asked for his release.

Decker may be entering the back end of his career, but he's still a starting-caliber left tackle and has been for some time. Decker has started 140 games across 10 seasons and was ranked 41st overall among all tackles by Pro Football Focus in 2025.

While there aren't many teams lacking a left tackle at this point in the offseason, the Chicago Bears would provide Decker with a perfect pairing. Chicago recently picked up Jedrick Wills Jr.—who hasn't played since 2024 due to a knee injury—but recently released former starter Braxton Jones.

The Bears also employ former Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson as their head coach.

While the rebuilding Cleveland Browns would be less enticing to Decker, they also have major question marks at left tackle.

Best Fits: Chicago Bears, Cleveland Browns

WR Stefon Diggs

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Diggs is back on the market after being released by the Patriots. While he does carry a couple of potential red flags, he's also poised to help another contender go on a deep playoff run.

This past season, the 32-year-old wasn't as explosive as he was before his 2024 ACL tear. Diggs is also facing an ongoing legal battle stemming from the alleged assault of his personal chef. However, he also topped 1,000 yards while serving as New England's top receiver in 2025, and he may be a little quicker with another year between him and the injury.

Diggs would be a perfect addition for the Baltimore Ravens, who tried to roll with veteran DeAndre Hopkins last year but got underwhelming results (330 yards, 2 TDs). Diggs would be a great go-to target for Lamar Jackson and a strong complement to Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman.

The Tennessee Titans could also give Diggs a strong landing spot. Second-year quarterback Cam Ward could use more receiving help on the perimeter. New offensive coordinator Brian Daboll also previously coached Diggs with the Buffalo Bills.

Best Fits: Baltimore Ravens, Tennessee Titans

Edge Leonard Floyd

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Pass-rusher Leonard Floyd has entered the "veteran mercenary" stage of his career. However, the 33-year-old remains a disruptive defender who would make plenty of sense for a contender in need of edge help.

This past season, Floyd logged 19 tackles, 3.5 sacks, 19 quarterback pressures, 11 QB hits, and five tackles for loss across 15 games with the Atlanta Falcons. Two of Floyd's former employers would make sense for him in 2026.

The aforementioned 49ers need pass-rushing help, and Floyd has provided it before. He spent the 2024 season in San Francisco and finished with 8.5 sacks, 42 tackles, eight tackles for loss, and 21 quarterback pressures.

The Bears could use an edge-rushing boost, too, after only recording 35 sacks as a team in 2025. Chicago drafted Floyd ninth overall in 2016, and while he never played up to his draft status for the Bears, he's carved out a very respectable career since.

A reunion would be sensible for the Bears and Floyd.

Best Fits: Chicago Bears, San Francisco 49ers

WR Jauan Jennings

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Jauan Jennings isn't coming off a significant injury, isn't approaching the end of his career, and should intrigue multiple teams as a talented 6'3", 212-pound possession receiver.

He did battle shoulder, ankle, and rib injuries this past season, yet still finished with 643 receiving yards and nine touchdowns. The 28-year-old was even more productive in 2024, finishing with 975 yards and six scores. He's proven himself to be a fine fit with the 49ers, although he isn't expected to return after the signing of Mike Evans.

"The money has been spent, and the position has been filled," The Athletic's Vic Tafur wrote of a possible Jennings return in San Francisco.

While the 49ers may be moving on, Jennings would be a great option for a couple of teams with San Francisco connections.

The Titans employ former 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh as their head coach. As previously mentioned, second-year quarterback Cam Ward could use more talent on the perimeter. Jennings would be great for the young signal-caller.

Jennings would also be a sensible replacement for Keenan Allen for the Los Angeles Chargers. L.A. could use a possession receiver and employs former 49ers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel in the same position.

Best Fits: Los Angeles Chargers, Tennessee Titans

Edge Cameron Jordan

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Edge-rusher Cameron Jordan will turn 37 in July, but he remains a highly productive defender. This past season, his 15th with the New Orleans Saints, Jordan recorded 10.5 sacks and 22 QB pressures.

A return to New Orleans would probably make the most sense for Jordan. The eight-time Pro Bowler is a franchise legend, and the Saints appear ready to turn the corner with second-year quarterback Tyler Shough. However, Jordan has admitted that he won't be back on a bargain-basement deal.

"I'd love to be in New Orleans, but at the same time, if the cents don't make sense, then we have to find our own path," Jordan told former teammate Terron Armstead on The Set with T.Stead podcast (h/t NFL.com's Kevin Patra).

If Jordan doesn't return to the Saints, it would make a lot of sense to join the Bears. Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen spent a decade coaching Jordan in a variety of roles for New Orleans.

Best Fits: Chicago Bears, New Orleans Saints

DT D.J. Reader

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D.J. Reader will turn 32 this summer and isn't the sort of attacking interior pass-rusher that many teams want at defensive tackle. However, he remains a high-end starter, a legitimate force against the run, and a very durable defender.

Despite playing through a back injury this past season, Reader started all 17 games for the Lions and recorded 28 tackles. He has appeared in at least 14 games in each of the past three seasons.

Reader would be a great addition for the Dallas Cowboys, who traded away Osa Odighizuwa and Solomon Thomas. He could serve as a run-stuffing specialist behind Kenny Clark and Quinnen Williams to help boost a defense that allowed 4.7 yards per carry in 2025.

The Minnesota Vikings should also take a long look at their former division rival. Minnesota released defensive tackles Jonathan Allen and Javon Hargrave in cap-saving moves earlier this offseason.

Best Fits: Dallas Cowboys, Minnesota Vikings

QB Aaron Rodgers

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42-year-old quarterback Aaron Rodgers won't make sense for many teams, but he showed in 2025 that he can still play at a high level. He helped the Pittsburgh Steelers win the AFC North while going 10-6 as a starter and passing for 3,322 yards with 24 touchdowns, seven interceptions, and a 98.4 passer rating.

Rodgers hasn't decided whether he'll play again in 2026 or retire, but that decision could come sooner than later.

"My understanding was Aaron Rodgers had planned to inform these Steelers of his decision at some point before the draft with plenty of time," NFL Network's Ian Rapoport said on Good Morning Football (h/t Jacob Punturi of SI.com. "I would say likely end of this month." 

With the Vikings scooping up Kyler Murray, it's probably Pittsburgh or bust for Rodgers, at least for now. He'd probably become the top option for any Super Bowl hopeful that loses its starter to a significant injury between now and the 2026 playoffs.

Best Fit: Pittsburgh Steelers

LB Bobby Wagner

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Like a few players lingering on the free-agent market, linebacker Bobby Wagner is nearing the end of his career. He'll turn 36 in June, but he is planning to play his 15th NFL season in 2026, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz.

And Wagner can still man the linebacker position better than most. This past season, he racked up 162 tackles, 4.5 sacks, eight tackles for loss, four passes defended, and two interceptions.

Given his age, Wagner would make the most sense for a team with serious Super Bowl aspirations. He'd be a great addition for the Los Angeles Rams, who employed Wagner in 2022.

L.A. is eager to maximize its remaining time with Matthew Stafford, as evidenced by their trade for cornerback Trent McDuffie. Signing Wagner would add another leader and difference-maker to the Rams' defense.

The Cowboys would also make sense for Wagner, given their need for defensive improvements and lack of quality linebacker depth.

Best Fits: Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Rams

G Kevin Zeitler

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Even at 36, Kevin Zeitler remains one of the NFL's more reliable interior linemen. He started all 16 games in which he appeared with the Titans this past season, and he played 92 percent of the offensive snaps in those contests.

Pro Football Focus graded Zeitler 13th overall among all guards for the 2025 season.

A return to Detroit, where Zeitler played in 2024, would make plenty of sense. The Lions struggled across the offensive line this past season, with Jared Goff taking a career-high 38 sacks.

The Chargers would also make sense for Zeitler. They released guard Mekhi Becton in a cap-saving move and lost guard Zion Johnson to the Cleveland Browns in free agency. While L.A. did re-sign Trevor Penning and add Cole Strange, Zeitler would be an upgrade, especially at right guard.

Pro Football Focus graded Strange 43rd overall this past season.

Best Fits: Detroit Lions, Los Angeles Chargers