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As one of the most dynamic athletes at the position, Fields is an enticing option for a team willing to incorporate a movement-based passing game and designed quarterback runs. The 6-foot-3, 227-pounder has rushed for 2,509 yards since the Bears drafted him 11th overall in 2021, including a 1,000-yard season (1,143 in 2022), showcasing his dual-threat playmaker talents. Fields' inconsistencies when throwing the ball can disrupt an offense's rhythm. However, the fifth-year pro (who was traded to Pittsburgh last year) also flashes enough "wow" skills as a passer that a simplistic passing game could be developed around him. Considering his super powers as a runner and his natural arm talent, Fields is a worthwhile gamble for a team seeking a young quarterback to anchor its roster-building strategy going forward -- unless the Steelers keep him from leaving in the first place.

Harris has averaged 3.9 yards per carry since the Steelers drafted him in the first round in 2021, and he has yet to score double-digit rushing TDs in a season. But he did post four straight 1,000-rushing yard campaigns -- and, in fact, was the only ߣ����AV player to hit that mark in each of the past four seasons. The 6-1, 242-pounder is a same-speed runner with nimble feet and soft hands. As a worker bee, Harris makes up for his lack of explosiveness with a persistent approach that enables teams to lean into a “3-yards-and-a-cloud-of-dust” philosophy. While organizations looking for home-run hitters will bypass the fifth-year pro on the market, astute team-builders could secure an effective lead back at a bargain price this offseason. 

Every offense needs a vertical threat on the perimeter with speed to burn and big-play potential. Brown fits the bill as a deep-ball specialist with spectacular separation skills down the field. Though he has posted modest regular-season numbers (59 catches, 784 yards and four scores) throughout his career, his postseason heroics (he racked up 14 catches, 229 yards and a score during the Commanders' 2024 run) suggest he could take off in a vertical offense with more opportunities. Given a chance to settle in as WR2 in a "bombs away" attack, Brown could become the impact player some envisioned when he was selected by Washington with the 82nd overall pick in the 2021 ߣ����AV Draft. 

The former wideout-turned-tight end has quietly assembled an impressive resume as a FLEX tight end with the Saints. Johnson enters free agency with 146 catches, 1,622 yards and 18 touchdowns under his belt, showcasing mismatch potential as a hybrid playmaker. Though Johnson's blocking skills could limit his impact as an every down tight end, the 6-4, 231-pound pass-catcher could thrive in a "Joker" role for a creative offensive mind -- like, say, Broncos coach Sean Payton, who was running the Saints when Johnson first broke into the ߣ����AV with them in 2020 and has spoken about wanting just such a player in Denver.

The former first-rounder surprised evaluators with his smooth transition to offensive guard for the Super Bowl champs. Becton's imposing size (6-7, 363 pounds) and explosive power make him an intriguing possibility for a team that wants to bully opponents at the point of attack. While interested teams must determine exactly why Becton's play improved dramatically in Philadelphia after his struggles at tackle with the Jets from 2020 to 2023 (a time when he was also sidelined by serious knee injuries), it is hard to find monstrous blockers who maul and mash or dance with defenders at the line. Given his impressive tools and talent, Becton could add a dimension to any front line as a super-sized "swing" player with a nasty disposition. 

There is always a place for explosive pass rushers with disruptive potential. That’s why teams could target Ojulari as a possible impact player on a designated pass rush off the edge. Injuries prevented him from becoming a full-time starter in New York; he missed 22 games over the last three seasons, including the final six of 2024 with a toe injury. Still, he registered 22 career sacks in 46 appearances, exhibiting a dazzling array of speed-rushing maneuvers to harass quarterbacks within the pocket. Considering Ojulari’s age, production and position, the former Giant could be an attractive option for a team willing to roll the dice on the oft-injured sack master.

After that limited his impact during his first three seasons in Detroit, Onwuzurike finally showcased the immense talent, versatility and potential in 2024 that made him the second pick (No. 41 overall in the 2021 ߣ����AV Draft) of the Dan Campbell-Brad Holmes era. The 6-3, 290-pound defender enjoyed a breakout campaign with 28 combined tackles, 1.5 sacks, a tackle for loss and 13 quarterback hits in 16 games. Onwuzurike made 10 starts and logged 600-plus snaps, per Pro Football Focus, while aligning everywhere along the defensive front. With the fifth-year pro displaying three-position flexibility (he's capable at nose tackle, defensive tackle and defensive end) and impact potential as a rotational defender/part-time starter, Onwuzurike could emerge as a hot commodity in a league that values trench warriors. 

After leading the Raiders in tackles in back-to-back years -- compiling the fourth-most tackles (306) in the ߣ����AV since 2023 -- Spillane has shown the football world that he is more than a special teams standout. The eighth-year pro dominates in the box as an aggressive defender with exceptional instincts, awareness and diagnostic skills. Spillane plays the game at a breakneck pace but rarely misses tackles or appears out of control in space. Though his athletic limitations can be exposed in coverage, the veteran is a masterful technician who is always in the right spot at the right time. 

Lewis is far from a household name. But as the ߣ����AV transforms into a passing league with “11” personnel (1 RB, 1 TE and 3 WRs) primarily on the field, his ability to lock down WR2s and WR3s in the slot or out wide should make him highly sought-after on the open market. The 5-10, 195-pounder is a feisty competitor with a "never-back down" attitude and sound technique. With the veteran flourishing in 2024 as a dominant nickel defender with the Dallas Cowboys, teams should break the bank to acquire him. And even if they do, he should still be less costly than a CB1, given the typical pay disparity between the positions.

The eighth-year pro is the perfect glue guy to add to a secondary in need of a veteran safety to stabilize the unit. Reid’s instincts, awareness and diagnostic and communication skills help young defenders play in a cohesive group. Given his successful track record transforming the Houston Texans and Kansas City Chiefs into air-tight defensive backfields, teams looking for a culture-changer could make a move for the rangy safety with a well-rounded game.