Winning the Offseason: Store Brand Free Agents: Hidden Gems for the NFL Offseason

2025-03-09

Store Brand Free Agents: Hidden Gems for the NFL Offseason In this episode of 'Winning the Offseason,' hosts Joey and Drew discuss lesser-known NFL free agents who could make significant contributions to various teams. With free agency just around the corner, they delve into the potential impact of 20 'off-brand' players—those ranked outside the top 50 by The Athletic. Key topics include under-the-radar quarterbacks like Aaron Rodgers and Gardner Minshew, running backs such as Kareem Hunt and Ty Johnson, and versatile wide receivers like Darius Slayton. They also cover defensive players, including edge rushers, interior defensive linemen, and cornerbacks, along with potential team fits and contract expectations. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the high costs of this year's free agents and anticipation for the upcoming signings. 00:00 Introduction and Free Agency Overview 02:14 Bridge Quarterbacks: Aaron Rodgers and Gardner Minshew 13:29 Running Back Depth: Kareem Hunt and Ty Johnson

Store Brand Free Agents: Hidden Gems for the NFL Offseason

In this episode of 'Winning the Offseason,' hosts Joey and Drew discuss lesser-known NFL free agents who could make significant contributions to various teams. With free agency just around the corner, they delve into the potential impact of 20 'off-brand' players—those ranked outside the top 50 by The Athletic. Key topics include under-the-radar quarterbacks like Aaron Rodgers and Gardner Minshew, running backs such as Kareem Hunt and Ty Johnson, and versatile wide receivers like Darius Slayton. They also cover defensive players, including edge rushers, interior defensive linemen, and cornerbacks, along with potential team fits and contract expectations. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the high costs of this year's free agents and anticipation for the upcoming signings.

00:00 Introduction and Free Agency Overview

02:14 Bridge Quarterbacks: Aaron Rodgers and Gardner Minshew

13:29 Running Back Depth: Kareem Hunt and Ty Johnson

20:01 Wide Receivers in a Desert: Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, and Darius Slayton

23:30 Patrick Ricard Doesn't Get Enough Love

37:03 Underrated NFL Free Agents: Offensive Line

37:29 Aaron Banks, Guard Market Trends, and Potential Fits

38:51 Austin Corbett's Career and Injury Concerns

41:58 DJ Jones: A Reliable Nose Tackle

44:46 Michael Hoecht: A Solid Edge Option

46:48 Veteran Edge Rushers: Calais Campbell and Matthew Judon

50:15 Young Edge/Linebacker Talents: Azeez Ojulari and Josh Uche