NFL Free Agency 2021: Predicting landing spots where the top 50 players will sign

Shaquil Barrett. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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10. Anthony Harris, S – NFL Free Agency Prediction: Jacksonville Jaguars

The 2020 season was not as good as many expected it to be from Anthony Harris with the Vikings. He had established himself as one of the NFL’s best safety but wasn’t the dominant force he had been. Yet, the track record before that leads you to believe that this past year might’ve been the outlier, especially considering the troubles caused by young, struggling cornerbacks in Minnesota.

Harris should command a heavy market in free agency and will likely sign a big deal. That will especially be the case if the Jaguars get involved. Armed with the most cap space in the league this offseason, Jacksonville desperately needs help in the secondary for them to return even to competency. They’ll take their big swing on the market by inking Harris to a monster contract.

9. Trey Hendrickson, EDGE – NFL Free Agency Prediction: Cleveland Browns

Considering that he’s at No. 9 in these rankings, it’s safe to say I’m bullish on what Trey Hendrickson has to offer. After he was clearly finding his footing throughout his first three years in the league, the Florida Atlantic product finally showcased his impressive explosiveness and athleticism as a pass-rusher this past season — just in time for him to get paid in free agency.

Myles Garrett is a superstar for the Browns but they need to find him a consistent running mate on the opposite edge. Olivier Vernon was fine but also left something to be desired. Hendrickson could come in and, if his development continues, he could form a dominant group up front in Cleveland, which will help an ascending team shore up a weakness on that side of the ball with defensive line depth.