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The bulk of NFL free agency is complete. There are still opportunities for teams to improve upon the roster but the reality is that there are fewer options than there were yesterday and even less than the day prior. Several teams have been successful in filling needs on the roster while others have been more proactive in creating needs.
Here are the most pressing needs for teams across the NFL:
AFC North
Bengals: Offensive tackle
As of writing this, Cincinnati has not traded franchise-tagged wide receiver Tee Higgins, so receiver is not a primary need despite Tyler Boyd potentially signing within the division. Defensive tackle had been a big need with D.J. Reader landing with the Lions, but the team at least found a quality 3-tech defensive tackle in Sheldon Rankins. The other two positions of consideration are cornerback and offensive tackle. Given Joe Burrow’s injury history, offensive tackle gets the nod.
Browns: Linebacker
Cleveland’s roster is one of the best positions if a game were to be played today. The Browns do not have any needs that would submarine the team’s efforts. Linebacker suffered the losses of Anthony Walker Jr. and Sione Takitaki, but the team signed Jordan Hicks. If he can stay healthy, they are probably fine, but depth is a concern. Running back is a question mark as long as Nick Chubb is dealing with his injury, but Jerome Ford and Nyheim Hines are a playable pairing.
Ravens: Offensive tackle
Baltimore is currently in a position to start two players along the offensive line that played a combined 191 offensive snaps last season. Utility man Patrick Mekari has been able to step into any role asked of him. However, the Ravens traded Morgan Moses to the New York Jets and veteran offensive guard Kevin Zeitler remains a free agent. For the time being, the offensive line should be a point of emphasis.
Cornerback and linebacker are a few other spots that require…
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Author : Josh Edwards
Publish date : 2024-03-15 16:59:19
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