Kansas City Chiefs need to prioritize securing a left tackle: Following the trade of guard Joe Thuney, the Chiefs face a significant challenge in filling this critical position on their roster. With the current state of their offensive line, acquiring the best available left tackle in the market has become an urgent need for the team.
Arizona Cardinals are also in a position where they need to address their weaknesses. Under the guidance of head coach Jonathan Gannon, collaborating with one of his former players could greatly enhance Arizona's pass rush, which struggled last season.
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While the free-agent market often presents unexpected signings, there are several options that appear logical for teams looking to enhance their rosters. We have identified five players that could be excellent fits for their respective teams.
The struggles of the Kansas City Chiefs left tackles during the 2024 season are well-documented. They allowed a staggering pressure rate of 11.3% on pass plays, the worst in the NFL. The tandem’s performance resulted in a dismal 50.0 PFF pass-blocking grade, which also ranked last in the league. As a temporary fix, the Chiefs moved guard Joe Thuney to left tackle during the latter half of the season. However, with Thuney now traded to the Chicago Bears, the Chiefs must urgently address the left tackle position.
In contrast, Ronnie Stanley experienced a resurgence, achieving a 70.7 PFF overall grade—his best since 2020. His impressive 80.9 PFF pass-blocking grade placed him 16th among offensive tackles, demonstrating his ability to limit pressures to just 6.7% of his team's pass plays.
New head coach Ben Johnson is taking proactive steps to bolster the Chicago Bears offensive line, aiming to support quarterback Caleb Williams's development in his second season. The Bears have already added guards Jonah Jackson and Joe Thuney through trades, but they are likely not done yet. With center Coleman Shelton having signed only a one-year deal last season, the Bears currently lack a starting center.
Drew Dalman has emerged as one of the premier centers in the NFL, consistently ranking among the top five in PFF overall grades over the past two seasons. Although his primary strengths lie in the run game, bringing Dalman aboard could elevate Chicago’s interior offensive line to one of the best in the league.
Despite the impressive performance of last year’s second-round pick Ladd McConkey, the Los Angeles Chargers remain in dire need of wide receiver depth, as highlighted during their playoff run. Out of a total of 242 receiving yards in their lone playoff game, McConkey accounted for 197, underscoring the need for additional targets in the Chargers offense.
With the absence of elite wide receiver options in the free-agent market following Tee Higgins’s franchise tag by the Cincinnati Bengals, Amari Cooper could serve as a reliable No. 2 wide receiver for the Chargers. Although Cooper struggled to find his footing midseason with the Buffalo Bills, a full offseason in the Chargers system could allow him to contribute significantly in 2025.
During his first two seasons with the San Francisco 49ers, Charvarius Ward proved to be one of the top cornerbacks in the NFL, earning an impressive 89.1 PFF overall grade in 2022 and 2023, second only to Sauce Gardner. His durability was highlighted by being among the top four in the NFL with 2,163 snaps played during this span. Unfortunately, Ward couldn’t maintain that level of performance in 2024, largely due to personal challenges.
At just 29 years old at the start of the upcoming season, there’s every reason to believe Ward can regain his elite form and once again rank among the league's best cornerbacks. The cornerback position has become increasingly critical for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, especially with the anticipated release of Jamel Dean, making Ward a strategic fit for Todd Bowles’s aggressive defensive scheme.
As the Arizona Cardinals look to enhance their defensive line, Milton Williams stands out as a potential target to reinforce their interior defense. His versatility and skill set could significantly impact the Cardinals' overall performance on the field, addressing a crucial area of need for the team.
