Early 2021 NFL free agency rankings: George Kittle headlines top 70 players

56. Ryan Kelly, C, Indianapolis Colts

The Colts selected Kelly with the 18th overall pick in 2016. Picking up the Alabama product’s fifth-year option was a no-brainer after he anchored the center of a tremendous offensive line for the past four years. While he’s never made an All-Pro team, Kelly did earn a Pro Bowl selection in 2019.

Indianapolis hopes Kelly can stay healthy in 2020. The 27-year-old missed four games in 2018 and nine games in 2017. Luckily, the Colts have plenty of cap space next offseason to re-sign their crucial starters. Kelly should receive a new contract worth over $10 million annually.

55. Jared Cook, TE, New Orleans Saints

Cook made his second consecutive Pro Bowl this past season. Starting in 2017, the veteran tight end put together the best three-year stretch of his career. During that time, Cook amassed 165 receptions for 2,289 yards and 17 touchdowns. However, he’ll turn 34 next year, which prevents him from climbing higher on this list.

Even as he ages, Cook can remain one of the best tight ends in football. Playing with Drew Brees helped the veteran tight end keep his production up this past season. There are plenty of teams that need a security blanket that’s as reliable as Cook. So, even on the backend of his career, Cook always has a free agent market.