As the NFL free agency period rapidly approaches, teams are maneuvering to get in compliance with the higher salary cap. CBSSports.com is covering free agency from every angle, playing matchmaker by identifying one outside free agent each team should sign.
In the NFC, several teams have specific needs that could be addressed in free agency. The Dallas Cowboys are looking for linebacker help, while the New York Giants are in need of offensive line help. The Philadelphia Eagles are potentially investing in the safety position, and the Washington Football Team is in need of a left tackle.
The Atlanta Falcons are possibly pursuing quarterback Kirk Cousins, while the Carolina Panthers could benefit from signing safety Justin Simmons. The New Orleans Saints are considering safety Kyle Fuller, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers need safeties with free agents leaving.
The Chicago Bears are in need of a center for protection, while the Detroit Lions are looking to improve their secondary with the signing of Kyle Fuller. The Green Bay Packers are facing potential losses at the safety position, and the Minnesota Vikings could improve their secondary with a signee like Greedy Williams.
The Indianapolis Colts may consider adding an edge rusher like Kerryon Huff, and the Los Angeles Rams are seeking a center like Lloyd Cushenberry. The San Francisco 49ers may benefit from signing a veteran lineman like Calais Campbell, while the Seattle Seahawks are considering signing flexible edge players like Jadeveon Clowney.
As the free agency period gets underway, it will be interesting to see which teams are able to address their needs and improve their rosters for the upcoming season. Stay tuned to CBSSports.com for all the latest updates on free agency moves in the NFL.
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