NFL Free Agency: Top Pass Rushers in Demand

0:00Welcome to NFL News Today, two minutes of updates that matter to NFL fans. Hit subscribe and stay connected. NFL Free Agency Negotiations kick off March 9th at noon eastern time, and pass rushers topped the list for teams looking to boost their defenses. These edge defenders disrupt quarterbacks and make the whole union better, leading the pack is 31-year-old Trey Hendrickson from the Bengals, who ranked high despite injuries. Just behind our 27-year-old Odafe Oei, now with the chargers after a Ravens trade, 26-year-old Jalen Phillips from the Eagles, 27-year-old boy mafe of the Seahawks, and 33-year-old Jadevion Clowney with the Cowboys. Hendrickson led the league in sacks last year, but saw his numbers drop due to limited games. Oei exploded for 7.5 sacks after his trade, showing elite speed and pressure. Those posted strong pressure rates despite past injuries like a torn Achilles in ACL. Mafe kept consistent pressure, even with fewer snaps, while Clowney delivered reliable

1:04run defense in 8.5 sacks at age 33. Teams like the chargers, with tons of cap space and new coordinator Chris O'Leary, could chase their own free agents including Oei and Khalil Mack. The Ravens need help after a week pass rush, and the commanders, Bengals and Bears all crave upgrades on the edge. Keep an eye on veterans like 30-year-old Joey Bosa of the Bills, 35-year-old Khalil Mack, and 36-year-old Cameron Jordan from the Saints, who led with 10-and-a-half sacks in elite run-stopping. Expect big money to fly, with guys like Hendrickson or Oei, possibly topping $20 million a year. Plenty of teams with playoffs hopes will spend heavily on these impact players to transform their defenses. This episode is brought to you in partnership with our sponsor. Podcasts hit different when the sound comes from your pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense. S-O-L-L-I-SoliPillow.com.