Inside Linebackers
1) Curtis Lofton-Atlanta: The Falcons will most likely get him signed long term.
2) Stephen Tulloch-Detroit: His great production last year made him a lot of money this year.
3) London Fletcher-Washington: His age is up there (37), but he is still playing at a Pro Bowl level. He would be a great fit for a Super Bowl contender.
4) David Hawthorne-Seattle: He will be a very popular name once he hits the open market.
5) Jameel McClain-Baltimore: He filled in nicely when Ray Lewis went down this season. He is a really solid player.
6) Dan Connor-Carolina: He could be the run stuffer some teams need on the inside. He might not be flashy, but for the right price he could present good value.
7) Bradie James-Dallas: I still like him, and he could also be a nice addition to a contending team.
8) E.J. Henderson-Minnesota: At 32, he might not be the same player that he once was, but for a good price he still can be productive.
9) Barrett Ruud-Tennessee: Maybe going to a new team can revive his career.
10) Chase Blackburn-NY Giants: He came in halfway through the season because the Giants were getting killed by injuries, and all he did was make plays and be around the ball late in the season and into the playoffs.
*Under the Radar Player: Jonathan Goff-New York Giants: He is coming off a torn ACL, but he is still only 26. He was expected to start in New York, but maybe he can come in at a lower price and if he is healthy enough, he can contribute.
**Possible Broncos Addition: Joe Mays is a nice player, but the Broncos desperately need help at the MLB spot. Dan Connor would be the choice for me. He can reunite with John Fox, and he could come in and start right away for the Broncos.
Outside Linebackers
1) Jarret Johnson-Baltimore: I can't see the Ravens letting him go.
2)Erin Henderson-Minnesota: Solid player perhaps just hitting his stride.
3) Leroy Hill-Seattle: Intriguing player but he has some character concerns.
4) Manny Lawson-Cincy: Solid player on a solid defense.
5) Phillip Wheeler-Indy: The Colts should do what they can to keep him.
6) Rocky McIntosh-Washington: Would be better suited for a 4-3 team.
7) Erik Walden-Green Bay: An underrated player who could come in and start right away.
8)Aaron Maybin-NY Jets: Maybe Rex Ryan was able to reboot his career.
9) Gary Guyton-New England: Not a starter, but someone who could come in and add some depth.
10) Wesley Woodyard-Denver: A solid special teams player, and a nickel linebacker.
*Under the Radar Player: Brady Poppinga: I always liked him in Green Bay, but he didn't stand out in St.Louis last season. He is in his thirties, but he could maybe revive his career as a backup player on a new team.
**Possible Broncos Addition: I would try to resign Wesley Woodyard because he is solid nickel defender and he adds a lot to the special teams units. There isn't too much out there in this OLB class that makes you want to spend all some cash. The Broncos have Von Miller and D.J Williams as their outside backers right now. Someone like Erik Walden could provide some depth for them next season.
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