BREAKING NEWS: NFL free agency: Teams are strongly cautioned by the top of the 2022 class of free agents…

NFL free agency has slowed down significantly as the draft approaches, with most of the major moves already made. While some notable players like Ryan Tannehill, Tyler Boyd, and Odell Beckham Jr. remain available, the frenzy of big signings has largely subsided.

This offseason has seen several players like Chris Jones, Kirk Cousins, and Brian Burns securing lucrative contracts. However, history has shown that spending heavily on top-tier free agents doesn’t always guarantee success for teams.

In 2022, players like Terron Armstead, Von Miller, and JC Jackson were among the top free agents who received substantial contracts. However, just two years later, many of these players have either left their teams or accepted reduced salaries. Only Baltimore Ravens safety Marcus Williams remains with his team without a pay cut among the top free agents from that year.

This serves as a cautionary tale for NFL teams, highlighting the risks of overspending in free agency and the importance of long-term planning and financial prudence.