Daring predictions for the 2022 NFL offseason

Armstead is the very best sort out in the marketplace and can be a no brainer for the highest staff within the AFC. Cincinnati has had issues on the offensive line for a number of years, and nonetheless must put money into safety for Joe Burrow after he was injured in 2020 and crushed up a lot of 2021.

Denver stays probably the most typically talked about vacation spot for Aaron Rodgers, however they won’t be the very best state of affairs for him with a brand new head coach, albeit one he’s very accustomed to from Inexperienced Bay. If the Broncos are unable so as to add Rodgers, there are many different choices. Winston is one who might be extra intriguing than he seems on paper, as he has the arm energy to get probably the most out of the staff’s deep threats and in addition would permit the Broncos to enhance different wants with their immense cap area.

Cleveland will probably be available in the market for defensive position assist once more with the pending free company of Jadeveon Clowney. Jones is a transparent enchancment after recording 10.5 sacks in Arizona final season and will assist Myles Garrett turn into much more dominant.

Jackson is arguably the highest cornerback out there in free company. The Patriots have not been shy about shifting on from defensive gamers they flip into stars as they confirmed up to now with Malcolm Butler. Jackson’s contract might be too wealthy for New England, however a staff with a significant want like Arizona would probably soar on the alternative.

Beckham has helped his worth along with his nice run in a Rams uniform, and it could appear he is happier in an even bigger market in comparison with Cleveland. The Chargers are an ideal match if they’re unable to re-sign Mike Williams, as Beckham would stay in LA with a terrific quarterback (Justin Herbert), and the Chargers are among the many league leaders in cap area.

The Chiefs simply barely struck out on signing Smith-Schuster final offseason, however they might get him cheaper this offseason after the wideout missed a lot of 2021 with a shoulder harm. It could make sense for Smith-Schuster to just accept a prove-it deal after consecutive mediocre seasons and certain go elsewhere to a greater quarterback state of affairs. The Chiefs can be a terrific match.

The Colts have been non-committal about Carson Wentz after he floundered late within the season, however there are solely so many clear upgrades. Rodgers is actually certainly one of them, and the state of affairs can be an excellent one for the Packers legend with a gifted roster and comparatively mediocre AFC South division. The Colts already spent important draft capital so as to add Wentz however may recuperate a few of that by buying and selling him some other place to make use of in a deal for Rodgers.

Washington should deal with the quarterback place extra considerably than they did final yr once they signed Ryan Fitzpatrick. An extended-term possibility can be optimum, and Wentz would appear to be a pleasant match. He has a background in comparable offenses and does not need to do a lot to be a major enchancment for the Commanders.

Atlanta is in a rebuild state of affairs and stands to realize over $16.5 million towards the cap by reducing Jarrett. After a down yr, he may look to rebuild his worth with former Falcons head coach Dan Quinn in Dallas.

Miami has loads of cap area, and the offensive wants are clear. New head coach Mike McDaniel comes from a 49ers offense that was constructed round a terrific offensive line and run scheme, and that ought to solely assist Tua Tagovailoa. It might be a lovely state of affairs for Patterson after a breakout yr in Atlanta, with the opportunity of being utilized in the same position along with his new staff a la Deebo Samuel in San Francisco.

Ridley sat out most of 2021 because of psychological well being and is rumored to be in search of a commerce. Groups can be lining up for his providers if that occurs, however no staff has extra draft capital to make such a transfer than the Eagles with three first-round picks. Including Ridley to fellow Alabama alum DeVonta Smith may make for an especially dynamic offense.

It is assumed Adams would comply with Aaron Rodgers out the door in Inexperienced Bay if the quarterback decides to go away. Nevertheless, chasing the cash might be extra enticing for Adams than following Rodgers to a brand new staff. Few groups have extra cap area or an even bigger want at wideout than the Jaguars, and Doug Pederson may do sufficient to persuade the celebrity vast receiver that it is the proper transfer.

Robinson is coming off a disappointing season, battling by means of harm and struggling in 12 video games. He might be in for a one-year deal, and the Jets have an enormous want for vast receiver assist for younger quarterback Zach Wilson. The signing would make sense and might be one of many few groups keen to provide Robinson a number of years.

Thomas performed solely seven video games in 2020 and missed all of final season because of an ankle harm. With the Saints in main transition with a brand new head coach and main cap bother, they are going to nearly actually look to commerce the previous star. Lions head coach Dan Campbell may be very accustomed to Thomas from his time in New Orleans, and Detroit is in dire want of vast receiver assist.

Mariota has served because the Raiders’ backup quarterback over the past two years after he was ousted in Tennessee. It is an ideal time for him to achieve free company with a number of groups needing a quarterback a comparatively weak draft class for the place. Nonetheless solely 28, Mariota offers a stopgap for a staff desirous to develop its subsequent signal-caller.

If Aaron Rodgers opts to go away Inexperienced Bay, the Packers have an enormous determination to make. The simple determination can be to provide 2020 first-round decide Jordan Love an opportunity, however he seemed like a deer in headlights when going through the Chiefs in 2021. Inexperienced Bay may simply need to take their losses and check out once more within the draft, the place there are a number of intriguing tasks out there. The potential draft capital they might obtain in a Rodgers commerce would make the choice simpler.

Garoppolo entered 2021 as if it was his closing season in San Francisco after the staff mortgaged their future to draft Trey Lance. Prepared or not, it is turn into clear Lance will get his likelihood quickly. Garoppolo actually has his blemishes, however he is a transparent enchancment for a number of groups just like the Panthers. He is confirmed he can take a staff deep into the playoffs with the correct supporting solid.

Berrios might be in search of an enormous deal in free company, nevertheless it’s unclear if the Jets are satisfied he deserves one. In the event that they transfer on, Berrios would appear like an ideal as a flexible slot receiver in New England with the same profile to previous wideouts like Deion Department, Danny Amendola, Wes Welker, and Julian Edelman.

Cooks would appear to be a transparent commerce candidate as he seems to be to win extra video games as he approaches age 30. The speedy wideout performed one season in New England below new Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels, and he is a terrific match for an offense that desperately wants a deep menace to enhance Darren Waller and Hunter Renfrow.

Ingram carried out effectively after he was traded to the Chiefs in 2021, and would probably be on the lookout for a spot he can win as he enters free company. The Rams do not have a lot in the way in which of assets however may permit Ingram to return to LA in one other nice state of affairs whereas changing Von Miller.

Baltimore’s banged-up protection was one motive they faltered in 2021, and they’ll probably be keen so as to add important expertise with a brand new coordinator on board. Veterans like Mathieu and Hicks may assist rework the protection if the Ravens can discover the cap area to pay them.

Clark is an obvious-cut candidate in Kansas Metropolis, with the staff capable of release important cap area. His play has clearly declined regardless of making three consecutive Professional Bowls, however the Seahawks know the defensive finish effectively and will use move rush assist.

The Steelers clearly want to switch Ben Roethlisberger and repair their offensive line points within the offseason. Mike Tomlin has said a desire so as to add a veteran at quarterback, and Ryan matches the invoice if the staff believes he has something left. He failed to achieve 4,000 yards passing with Atlanta for the primary time since 2010, however would probably be getting into a a lot better state of affairs with glorious weapons in Pittsburgh.

Houston went operating again loopy final offseason with a watch towards growing a conservative offense. That is unlikely to vary after selling Lovie Smith to move coach, and the dynamic Conner can be a pleasant match after a terrific season in Arizona.

Miller appeared revitalized after getting traded to the Rams and certain needs to win at this stage in his profession. With the potential lack of pending free agent Harold Landry, Tennessee has a necessity and a gifted squad to assist win Miller one other ring.