Three best NFL free agents over 30 years old still available

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Three best NFL free agents over 30 years old

2. Emmanuel Sanders, WR

Perhaps one of the most consistent players in the NFL is Emmanuel Sanders, who was recently with the Buffalo Bills.

In his age-34 season, Sanders put up 626 receiving yards and four touchdowns.

He’s missed five games the past two seasons which is something of note I guess, but he’s been disgustingly consistent his entire career.

In fact, in every year since 2012, he’s put up at least 500 receiving yards.

Sanders is 755 receiving yards away from 10,000 for his career, and I’d guess he’d want to hit that mark.

Sanders can still contribute to a team as a mid-tier WR2 or high-end WR3.

Teams ready to compete who need another offensive weapon would be smart to sign Sanders.

I could definitely see a team like the Patriots, Chiefs, or even a reunion with the 49ers as an ideal spot for Sanders. He’s a savvy veteran who still has great speed and has shown the ability to still produce on the field.

Forget his age. He is entering his age-35 season and would make a ton of teams better.

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