With tags attached, free-agent market takes shape
Article By cbrown.tsn on 26th February, 2010
Now that Thursday's franchise tag deadline has passed, we have a clearer picture of who is available -- and who is not.
Pittsburgh Steelers nose tackle Casey Hampton went off the market Thursday, re-signing for three years and around $21 million, with $11 million guaranteed.
LaDainian Tomlinson has been cut, but he might have to wait for a free-agent offer.
However, Carolina Panthers defensive end Julius Peppers and Arizona Cardinals linebacker Karlos Dansby are days from becoming free agents on March 5.
They could be joined by New York Jets running back Thomas Jones and Cardinals safety Antrel Rolle -- two of the prominent veterans still in danger of being released. LaDainian Tomlinson and Brian Westbrook have been cut, leaving them uncertain about their future.
"I'm like a guy coming into the league again," Tomlinson said Wednesday during an emotional press conference. "I just want an opportunity to prove that I can play."
Here is a rundown of some top players who appear headed to free agency:
Their phones will be blowing up Gary Brackett, MLB, Indianapolis Colts: He wants to stay, but the Colts are running out of time to sign him by March 5. They will miss him if he signs elsewhere. Karlos Dansby, ILB, Cardinals: A tackling machine in his prime, he can fit well into almost any defensive system. Don't be surprised to see the Dolphins make a run at him. Look for the Dolphins to jump into the bidding for tackling machine Karlos Dansby. "I would say it (linebacker) is a need of the team," Dolphins general manager Jeff Ireland told reporters Thursday at the Scouting Combine. "You got some age at the position right now. You got to get younger there, and (get) better performance on the field. Inside and outside are key positions for free agency and the draft." Julius Peppers, DE, Panthers. He is the top player on the market, a premier pass rusher who can be do...
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Their phones will be blowing up Gary Brackett, MLB, Indianapolis Colts: He wants to stay, but the Colts are running out of time to sign him by March 5. They will miss him if he signs elsewhere. Karlos Dansby, ILB, Cardinals: A tackling machine in his prime, he can fit well into almost any defensive system. Don't be surprised to see the Dolphins make a run at him. Look for the Dolphins to jump into the bidding for tackling machine Karlos Dansby. "I would say it (linebacker) is a need of the team," Dolphins general manager Jeff Ireland told reporters Thursday at the Scouting Combine. "You got some age at the position right now. You got to get younger there, and (get) better performance on the field. Inside and outside are key positions for free agency and the draft." Julius Peppers, DE, Panthers. He is the top player on the market, a premier pass rusher who can be do...
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