2012 NFL Free Agency Preview-Defensive Line

After a one-year hiatus due to the lockout, it is once again that time to take a look at the upcoming crop of free agents in the National Football League. I am going to give a top 10 list of free agents at each position, and I will also give my opinion on one under-the-radar bargain free agent that could be a real value pickup for a team. Additionally, I will add what might make some sense for the Broncos at those positions. With that said. Here is the list of the top 10 Defensive Linemen available in the free agency.

*Disclaimer: By the time the NFL free agency signing period begins on March 13th, some of these names might have been already resigned to their current team.

Defensive Ends

1) Mario Williams- Houston: He is the cream of the crop in this year's DE free agent class.

2) Cliff Avril- Detroit: Terrific player, but there is a good chance he ends up staying with Detroit.

3) Jeremy Mincey- Jacksonville: He could be the Charles Johnson of the 2012 class.

4) Anthony Spencer- Dallas: If he plays to his potential, he would be a solid addition to any defense.

5) Robert Mathis- Indianapolis: Is he on the downside of his career?

6) John Abraham- Atlanta: At 34, can he still bring it? Who is going to shell out that much for him at this point in his career?

7) Mark Anderson- New England: The Pats revitalized his career. He is better off staying in New England.

8) Israel Idonije- Chicago: He is an underrated, solid player. Would love to see him in Denver somehow.

9) Andre Carter- New England: Last year might be an aberration. I wouldn't go after him.

10) Kory Biermann- Atlanta: Maybe a change of scenery can get him going again.

*Under the Radar Player: Antwan Applewhite- Carolina: Perhaps John Fox gets him to follow him over to the Mile High city.

**Possible Broncos Addition: I wouldn't mind to see Denver got get Kory Biermann. He is only 26, and he had a pretty good season in 2010. They might be able to get him on the cheaper side.

Defensive Tackles

1) Calais Campbell-Arizona: The best free agent defensive lineman on the board. No way that the Cardinals let him go.

2) Paul Soliai-Miami: Will get big money from a traditional 3-4 team.

3) Jason Jones-Tennessee: I have always liked him, and I wouldn't be surprised if he ends up with Jeff Fisher in St.Louis.

4) Red Bryant-Seattle: His versatility makes him very attractive in the open market.

5) Sione Puoha-NY Jets: His age might be a factor (33), but he is a classic run stuffer.

6) Cory Redding-Baltimore: Anytime you can get someone from the Ravens defense, it probably is a smart move.

7) Broderick Bunkley-Denver: He was a real solid player against the run for the Broncos. Denver really needs to resign him.

8) Kendall Langford-Miami: The Dolphins might have no choice but to let him go. He is an interesting and intriguing player on the defensive front.

9) Derek Landri-Philly: He could be a solid rotational guy for a decent price.

10) Shaun Rogers-New Orleans: For a 1 year deal, he would be a great choice for a contending team.

*Under the Radar Player: Trevor Laws-Philadelphia: He is not a big name guy, but for a cheap price, he could be a solid rotational player at DT. Plus, he is only 26 years old.

**Possible Broncos Addition: First, the Broncos need to resign Broderick Bunkley. Next, they need to resign Marcus Thomas. Remember, they are getting Ty Warren back from injury, and Kevin Vickerson returns from missing 13 games last season. Maybe free agency isn't the way to go for adding talent at defensive tackle. If they go for a bigger fish, I would like to see them make a run at Jason Jones from the Titans.