The Top 5 Remaining Free Agents

I'm sorry for not posting last night, friends. I had two tests and a quiz today, and I had to study. But I am happy to report that they all went well. 

The Falcons made more news last night when they signed free agent defensive end, Osi Umenyiora. The 2 year/ $8.5MM deal, is going to help the Falcons somewhat thin defense. The Falcons have had an incredibly successful off season so far picking up three veteran free agents including running back Stephen Jackson and luring tight ed, Tony Gonzalez from retirement for one last shot at the Super Bowl. The Umenyiora free agent signing allowed me to think about of all of the remaining free agents available on the market still, who is the best? My top 5 here:

Those missing the cut: 

• Micheal Turner (Running Back)
• Johnathan Abraham (Defensive End)
• James Harrison (Outside Linebacker)

5) Fred Davis- Tight End: I know. I know. He only played 7 games last season, but Davis has the potential of being on of the top tight ends in the game. Drafted in the 2nd round of the 2008 draft, Davis has 1,973 career yards with a total of 12 touchdowns. He is only 27 years old, and is entering the prime of his career. If he remains healthy, then he will be a premier starter and a threat down field for any team he signs with.
Prediction: Resigns with the Washington Redskins

4) Ahmad Bradshaw- Running Back: Bradshaw is the best running back on the market. He rushed for a tad bit over 1000 yards last season and could still suit to start a few games in the back field for a small market team such as the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New York Jets. Bradshaw has 2 Super Bowl rings with the New York Giants and will brings good playoff experience.
Prediction: Signs with the New York Jets

3) Nnamdi Asomugha- Corner Back: Yeah.. I don't know how to pronouce it either but Asomugha was once one of the best corners in the game when he played with the Oakland Raiders. When he signed with the Philedelphia Eagles in 2010 though, the play production decreased incredibly. The 32 year old, has the potential to be the shut down corner he once was at any moment. With 15 career interceptions and 405 combined tackles there is no doubt that Asomugha will be a starter. 

Prediction: Signs with the New Orleans Saints

2) Dwight Freeney- Outside Linebacker: The long time Indianpolis Colt has still got a lot of jump to him. Freeney brings leadership to not only the defense but to the entire team. Freeney has 107.5 career sacks as well as 298 combined tackles and, a Super Bowl championship. Freeney is the best linebacker on the market and the only decent veteran left (aside from Bradshaw) with Super Bowl experience. Freeney has gotten a lot of attention over the off season from teams with legitimate shots at the Super Bowl next season, and will  lead the defense no matter what. 

Prediction: Signs with the Denver Broncos

1) Brent Grimes- Corner Back: Grimes is without a doubt the most talented and most valuable player still on the free agent market. If Grimes hadn't been hurt this season, I honestly believe he would have been the best corner back in the game. Grimes played only one game last season with the Falcons but collected 6 tackles, adding to his career total of 254 combined tackles. He has 13 interceptions and is only 29 years old. Grimes brings a franchise tag to his name wherever he signs but will not let down any team that he plays for in 2013, if he stays healthy. Whichever team lands the free agent, Grimes will bring an immense amounts of talent and leadership for the defense.
Prediction: Signs with the Cleveland Browns

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