Big Money Free Agency: Risks & Rewards

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NFL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The NFL's two-day negotiating window opens Monday at noon eastern time, launching a frenzy of roster moves before free agency starts Wednesday. Teams will chase top players with huge contracts, but past off-season show these deals often deliver mixed results. Since 2020, big money signings have produced both franchise changes and expensive regrets. Standouts include Sam Darnold, who signed a three-year deal worth $105 million with the Seattle Seahawks last year. Despite doubts, he helped deliver a Super Bowl win, and joined an elite group with multiple 14 win seasons. Edge Russia Trey Henderson also thrived on a $60 million pact with the Cincinnati Bengals, setting franchise sack records in earning pro, bulls, offensive linemen shown too. Joe Thuney anchored the Kansas City Chiefs on an $80 million contract, winning two Super Bowls and a new Protector Award before a trade.

1:02Trent Williams locked in a San Francisco's top tackle with a $138 million extension, still dominating at age 37. With all pro honors, big busts tell a different story. Cornerback JC Jackson earned over $82 million from the Los Angeles Chargers, but played only seven games amid injuries before a trade. White receiver Kenny Gulliday collected $40 million from the New York Giants, he had managed just six catches one year. Recent misses like Christian Wilkins' short-foot injury and release from the Raiders after a $110 million deal plus Kirk Cousins. Benching at the Atlanta Falcons despite $90 million guaranteed, highlight the risks. As teams dive in this week, caution might temper the spending spree. This episode is supported by our sponsor, see details in the description. Relax deeper, reset faster, comfort you can hear, S-O-L-I SullyPillow.com