NFL Free Agency 2020: 10 Best remaining players in second wave
By Samuel Teets
4. Everson Griffen, DE
After missing time in 2018 with personal issues, Everson Griffen returned to the football field ready for action this past season. He rounded into form, making his fourth Pro Bowl as a member of the Minnesota Vikings. Unfortunately, he and the Vikings could not reach a deal this offseason, and Griffen will find a new home for the first time in his career.
Since becoming a full-time starter in 2014, Griffen produced 57 sacks and 138 quarterback hits in 88 appearances. Last season, he recorded 41 tackles, eight sacks and 24 quarterback hits. While the 32-year-old may never make another Pro Bowl, his production is invaluable. Teams like the Indianapolis Colts or New York Jets could use his help along the defensive line.
3. Jadeveon Clowney, DE
Jadeveon Clowney priced himself out of the range of most teams this offseason. He entered free agency expecting to receive a near-record deal or at least a contract that paid out about $21 million per year. Clowney quickly discovered that NFL teams don’t value him that highly, and he began lowering his price range.
The first overall pick in 2014, Clowney made three consecutive Pro Bowls in his final three years with the Texans. However, when he refused to sign the franchise tag the team placed on him last offseason, Houston traded Clowney to Seattle. With the Seahawks, Clowney dealt with injuries and experienced a sharp decline in production.
Plenty of teams still want to sign Clowney. The 27-year-old can produce at a Pro Bowl level if he stays healthy, but teams are beginning to wonder if the injury-prone South Carolina product can make it through a full season.