The excitement around NFL free agency is already building, even before the official start date. With franchise tags and re-signings dominating the headlines, key players are being swiftly taken off the market. In fact, franchises have already secured five of the top 15 players from our initial rankings, leaving an increasingly thin pool of talent. Among the latest developments, Davante Adams was recently released and quickly signed with the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday evening, further altering the landscape of available players.
As teams gear up for the 2025 season, we present our updated ranking of the top 150 unrestricted free agents. This list will continuously evolve as reported agreements and contract details emerge, ensuring fans can stay informed about all the latest moves in the league. Notably, the ages of the players listed are calculated as of September 4, aligning with the date of the 2025 season opener. We utilize comprehensive statistics from TruMedia, encompassing performance data from the 2024 regular season unless otherwise specified.
Key performance metrics such as snap rates indicate a player’s involvement in their team’s offensive or defensive plays, while penalties account for both declined and offsetting fouls. Furthermore, we include advanced metrics like sacks allowed and pressure rates sourced from Pro Football Focus via TruMedia, alongside pass-block win rates and run-block win rates from ESPN.
This extensive update has been enriched by insights from a variety of talented sports journalists, including The Athletic’s Matt Barrows, James Boyd, Mike DeFabo, Paul Dehner Jr., Michael-Shawn Dugar, Dan Duggan, Chad Graff, Zac Jackson, Adam Jahns, Josh Kendall, Nick Kosmider, Alec Lewis, Joseph Person, Daniel Popper, Zack Rosenblatt, Matt Schneidman, Saad Yousuf, and Jeff Zrebiec. Their collective expertise ensures that our coverage remains accurate and up-to-date, providing fans with the information they crave as the free agency period unfolds.
Stay tuned for more updates on NFL free agency as we track the latest signings and player movements. Whether you're a die-hard fan or simply keeping an eye on your favorite team, our comprehensive rankings and insights will keep you well informed throughout the season.
