Center Drew Dalman has been a steady starter the last three seasons, though he missed eight games with an ankle injury in 2024. When he did play, Dalman thrived in pass protection, allowing a career-low 3.7% pressure rate. Having an experienced center is an important variable in Michael Penix Jr.'s development. The second-year quarterback will need someone to help set protections and alleviate some of the mental burden that comes with the position.
In 2024, Davis allowed just two touchdowns and a 55.3% completion rate when targeted. He only managed two interceptions. Davis is a potential high-reward free agent. He is coming off the best season of his career, with a 77 passer rating allowed. we could see teams hesitant to commit big money over multiple years with those injury concerns.
Sweat's pressure rate of 14.1% ranks outside the top 60 at the position. However, Sweat was impactful with those pressures, resulting in eight sacks. The lack of elite pass-rushers in this class boosts Sweat’s overall value in free agency, given the impact the pass rush can have on a game.
Elijah Moore, a 24-year-old wide receiver, completed the 2024 NFL season with the Cleveland Browns, recording 61 receptions for 538 yards and one touchdown. Despite a modest statistical output, Moore's ability to create separation makes him an intriguing free-agent prospect.
Mack Hollins, a 31-year-old wide receiver, completed the 2024 NFL season with the Buffalo Bills, recording 31 receptions for 378 yards and five touchdowns over 17 games. As an unrestricted free agent in 2025, he is projected to seek a contract similar to his previous earnings, approximately $2 to $2.6 million annually.
Marquise "Hollywood" Brown, a 27-year-old wide receiver, joined the Kansas City Chiefs on a one-year deal for the 2024 season. Unfortunately, a preseason shoulder injury sidelined him until Week 16, limiting his regular-season contributions to 9 receptions for 91 yards over two games. Despite the limited playtime, Brown's speed and playmaking abilities remain evident.
It has been an up-and-down start to Azeez Ojulari’s NFL career, and the fact that he has only played 29 games in the last three seasons is a big part of that. There is certainly potential, with double-digit tackle and pressure rates and 6.0 sacks in 2024. The support we have seen him show in the run games makes Ojulari an intriguing all-around option for defense. Given the injuries and relative lack of production, we should see Ojulari available at a reasonable price this offseason.
After years of injury woes in Washington, Brandon Scherff has stayed healthy since signing with the Jaguars. Scherff played all 17 possible games for the third consecutive season. Scherff didn’t allow a single sack in 592 pass-blocking snaps this season. Among guards, only Trey Smith of the Chiefs (665) had more pass-blocking snaps without allowing a sack.
Trey Smith, 25, has been a cornerstone of the Chiefs' offensive line. In the 2024 season, he started all 17 games. His proficiency in both pass protection and run blocking would significantly bolster the Lions' offensive line. Smith is anticipated to seek a contract in the range of $10 million per year.
Mack will be 35 years old when the new season begins. However, he is still a very valuable contributor to any defense and brings a lot of experience. A 13.7% pressure rate and six sacks last season are more than respectable, and when you add in a 12.7% tackle rate, there is a lot to be impressed about. Mack has some scheme versatility, being able to line up as a conventional defensive end or as an outside linebacker. He is unlikely to be too expensive at this point in his career, but should still command a contract in excess of $10 million a year.
