With the NFL Combine finishing up on March 2, we are just days away from the madness of NFL free agency. Starting March 11, we’ll see top talent signing with new teams and franchise players re-signing. As a huge NFL fan myself, and for NFL fans all over the world, this is one of the most exciting times of the NFL offseason. To update you on who your team could get and what teams are set to lose their top players, I’ve put together my list of the Top 10 NFL free agents.

#1 Bengals Defensive End, Trey Hendrickson: Trey Hendrickson is 6 foot 4 inches, weighing in at 265 pounds. He is set to enter free agency at the age of 31 after finishing his 10th year in the NFL. This year he had 11 solo tackles, four sacks and a forced fumble, while only playing seven out of the 17 games this season. However, in the last three years he racked up 39 sacks, including 17.5 sacks in each of the two seasons before this year when he played all 17 games. With him being an elite defensive end set to enter free agency, he’s going to get a lot of attention from many teams. He is also the best defensive end to enter free agency since Von Miller in 2022. “Trey Hendrickson is the No. 1 ranked free agent for a reason,”Mason Cameron said. “He’s a ‘plug-and-play’ superstar who transforms a defensive front the second he steps in the huddle.” (Cameron, NFL analyst and writer for Pro Football Focus). So he’s definitely going to be a treasured player in free agency because players at his position rarely get let go, especially elite defensive ends.

#2 Ravens Center, Tyler Linderbaum: Tyler Linderbaum is 6 foot 2 inches, weighing in at 304 pounds. He is set to enter free agency at the young age of 25 after finishing his fourth season and completing his rookie contract, so he definitely has a lot of good years ahead of him. This year he ranked fourth in the league with an 83.1 PFF run-blocking grade in 2025. He is considered one of the best run-blocking linemen in the league. He is also very reliable, playing all 66 games during his time with the Ravens, which earned him three Pro Bowl invitations. With him being the youngest center on the market, one of the most reliable, and great at what he does, he’s going to be prized by teams with an open hole at the center position or teams looking for an upgrade. As Jeremy Fowler noted, “Linderbaum is considered a top-10 interior offensive lineman in the eyes of execs, coaches and scouts.” (Fowler, senior writer and insider for ESPN). With him being this talented and this young, he’s going to get paid.

#3 Colts Wide Receiver, Alec Pierce: Alec Pierce is 6 foot 3 inches and weighs 211 pounds, entering free agency at age 25 after finishing his rookie contract. With his young age and potential, he’s going to be one of the most wanted receivers in free agency. Even though he was considered underutilized in the Colts offense by many fans and analysts, he still had 47 receptions for 1,003 yards, six touchdowns, and averaged 21.3 yards per reception. He is most known for being a deep-ball specialist and a bigger receiver. This is supported by what Mason Cameron said: “Pierce is a threat to take the top off any defense, having tied for the third-most deep receptions (24) over the past two seasons.” (Cameron, NFL analyst and writer for Pro Football Focus). With all of that, he has the potential to become one of the best wide receivers in the league, especially as he enters his prime.

#4 Eagles Outside Linebacker, Jalen Phillips: Jalen Phillips is 6 foot 5 inches, weighing 266 pounds. He is entering free agency at age 26, giving him multiple years left in his prime. He is coming off his best year after being traded midseason from the Miami Dolphins to the Philadelphia Eagles. He finished with 29 solo tackles, five sacks and a forced fumble. This showed that in the right defense he can be elite. With that potential and his position being highly valued, he’s going to be very wanted in free agency. When Jalen Phillips is in a defense that utilizes him well, he can be one of the best at his position and can upgrade a defense instantly. Whoever signs him will be getting a top outside linebacker and a game-changer who can play all over the field.

#5 Chargers Outside Linebacker, Odafe Oweh: Odafe Oweh is 6 foot 5 inches and weighs 251 pounds, entering free agency at age 27. This is considered the prime age for an outside linebacker like Oweh. He is coming off a season with 20 tackles and 7.5 sacks, and he doesn’t just play outside linebacker — he lines up all over the field. This versatility will make him an even more valuable player in this upcoming free agency pool. As Khris Rhim said, “At 27, Oweh appears to be one of the league’s most promising edge rushers.” (Rhim, ESPN analyst). With him already being a solid player and still expected to improve, he has the potential to become one of the top outside linebackers in the next few years. He will definitely be a highly wanted player when free agency begins.

#6 Packers Left Tackle, Rasheed Walker: Rasheed Walker is 6 foot 6 inches, weighing 324 pounds, and is entering free agency as the youngest offensive tackle available. With him entering his prime — which can last up to 10 years for tackles — and being one of the best pass blockers in the NFL, he will be highly sought after. This year he had the 11th-best grade for tackles in pass blocking, with a 93.8 percent win rate on pass blocks. This will likely continue to improve as he develops and gains more experience. Because of this, he could become not just a great tackle, but a franchise player at the position for whichever team signs him. Protecting the quarterback’s blindside is extremely important, so a young tackle with that potential will receive many offers during free agency.

#7 Seahawks Running Back, Kenneth Walker: Kenneth Walker is 5 foot 9 inches, weighing 211 pounds, and in my opinion is the best running back in free agency. He is only 25 and just finished his rookie contract. This year he had 1,027 rushing yards on 221 carries, averaging 4.6 yards per carry with five touchdowns. With these stats, you might think he carried a full workload all season, but he split carries with Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet. However, when he did get a full workload, he showed he could handle it. In the Super Bowl he rushed for 135 yards on 27 carries, winning Super Bowl MVP. With his burst, vision and age, he will be a very valuable player in this year’s free agency. With Breece Hall getting franchise-tagged, Walker becomes the clear top running back on the market. Dalton Wasserman said, “The Super Bowl 60 MVP is likely to have a robust market. His 91.5 PFF rushing grade this season led all qualified running backs.” (Wasserman, Pro Football Focus analyst). With all he can do, whichever team signs him will be getting a great player.

#8 Colts Right Tackle, Braden Smith: Braden Smith is 6 foot 6 inches, weighing 312 pounds, and is entering free agency at age 29. That might be considered older for some positions, but for tackles it is still relatively young since many top tackles play into their mid-30s. He had a great season this year and was part of one of the league’s better run games. Early in the season, he was also part of a Colts offensive line that did not allow a sack in Weeks 6, 7 and 12. Even after quarterback Daniel Jones went down with a torn right Achilles, Smith continued to play at a high level. Because of his production at such an important position, he will receive plenty of offers from teams looking to improve their offensive line.

#9 Broncos Defensive Tackle, John Franklin-Myers: John Franklin-Myers is 6 foot 4 inches, weighing 288 pounds, and enters free agency at age 29. Many consider him the best defensive tackle in this free agency pool. He had another strong season with 12 solo tackles and 7.5 sacks. However, those numbers do not tell the full story. Even when he doesn’t make the play himself, he often opens up opportunities for his teammates to make plays. That is exactly what teams want from a defensive tackle. Because of his ability to impact the defensive line and create opportunities for others, he will be a highly sought-after player in free agency.

#10 Saints Cornerback, Alontae Taylor: Alontae Taylor is 6 foot 0 inches, weighing 199 pounds, and is entering free agency after finishing his rookie contract at age 27. He is considered one of the better cornerbacks in the league. This season he recorded 59 solo tackles, two interceptions and 11 passes deflected. However, these stats do not fully represent his value because he is not necessarily a flashy, playmaking cornerback. Instead, he is a textbook cornerback who consistently does his assignment on every play. That reliability will make him a prized player in free agency. With his skill set and potential to continue improving, he will definitely attract attention from teams looking to strengthen their secondary.

So there’s my Top 10 NFL Free Agents list, giving you the top players your team could pick up and showing which teams might lose key players. Now we just have to watch as these players come off the board and the new NFL league year begins, bringing us one step closer to the start of the next NFL season.