Following the conclusion of the 2025 NFL draft and multiple free agency waves, teams are focusing on signing veteran players who remain unsigned. Notable free agents include quarterbacks like Aaron Rodgers, who may play for the Steelers if he does not retire, and running backs such as Nick Chubb, who could be a fit for the Bears or Vikings. Wide receiver Amari Cooper is still considering his options with a potential return to the Cowboys, while Keenan Allen might rejoin the Rams. Offensive tackle Jedrick Wills, despite injury concerns, remains a viable option for teams, and Brandon Scherff, though past his Pro Bowl prime, is available for a team needing depth. Veteran presence is also sought in positions like edge rusher and safety, with players like Von Miller and Justin Simmons offering experience and leadership to interested teams.

With the 2025 NFL draft complete, teams are now looking at veteran free agents to enhance their rosters before the OTAs and minicamps begin in May. The free agency market includes highly skilled players who could provide critical upgrades for teams in need.

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers is on personal leave but could potentially join the Steelers if he chooses not to retire at 41. This would fill a significant need for the team, which is actively seeking an experienced quarterback.

Running backs like Nick Chubb have drawn interest, particularly from teams like the Bears and Vikings, who did not address the position in the draft. Chubb's signing could provide these teams with a powerful offensive boost.

Amari Cooper, a top wide receiver, is considering his options after seeing other wideouts find new teams. A return to the Cowboys is a possibility, which could strengthen their receiving corps.

Offensive line options include Jedrick Wills, who, despite past injuries, remains a young and promising asset. Meanwhile, Brandon Scherff, once a Pro Bowl regular, may find limited interest at 33 but could still offer valuable experience.

Veteran edge rushers like Von Miller and Za'Darius Smith are available, providing potential teams with situational depth and leadership. The demand for experienced defensive players remains high as teams look to bolster their defenses.

Safety Justin Simmons, previously with Denver and Atlanta, is searching for a new team and could be a great fit for the Vikings or Eagles. His experience and playmaking ability are attractive qualities in the free agency pool.

With multiple waves of NFL free agency finished in the 2025 offseason and the draft completed, the last avenue for teams to improve their personnel is through veterans who are still unsigned for the year.

Here's looking at the top players still available to sign off the open market going into May, when OTAs and minicamps will get going a couple months ahead of training camp:

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NFL free agents 2025: The best remaining players available at each position

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Quarterbacks

• Aaron Rodgers, Jets
• Carson Wentz, Chiefs
• Tyler Huntley, Dolphins

Rodgers is taking his typical offseason personal time away from the game, but if he signs and doesn't retire at age 41, it would be playing for the still interested and QB-needy Steelers.

Running backs

• JK Dobbins, Chargers
• Nick Chubb, Browns
• Gus Edwards, Chargers
• Cam Akers, Vikings
• Jamaal Williams, Saints
• Jeff Wilson Jr., Dolphins

The Chargers rebooted their backfield with former Steeler Najee Harris and rookie first-round pick Omarion Hampton, leaving the former oft-injured Ravens Dobbins and Edwards still looking for a third team. Chubb would fit best now with the Bears or Vikings, teams who needed a running back but didn't draft one.

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Wide receivers

• Amari Cooper, Bills
• Keenan Allen, Bears
• Tyler Boyd, Titans
• Nelson Agholor, Ravens
• Robert Woods, Texans

Cooper is waiting after Stefon Diggs (Patriots), Tyler Lockett (Titans), DeAndre Hopkins (Ravens) all found new homes. His best bet might be returning to the Cowboys. Allen's best bet might be going back to Los Angeles, this time as a big slot with the Rams, as the Bears added both a tight end and wide receiver to help replace him early in the draft.

Tight ends

• Gerald Everett, Bears
• Jordan Akins, Browns
• C.J. Uzomah, Eagles

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Offensive tackles

• Jedrick Wills, Browns
• Joe Noteboom, Rams
• George Fant, Seahawks
• Chukwuma Okorafor, Steelers
• D.J. Humphries, Chiefs

Wills has had some injury issues to bring him down as the 10th overall pick five years ago, but he's only 25 and should get another shot somewhere in camp.

Guards/centers

• Brandon Scherff, Jaguars
• Will Hernandez. Cardinals
• Shaq Mason, Texans
• David Andrews, Patriots
• Daniel Brunskill, Titans
• Dalton Risner, Vikings
• Cody Whitehair, Raiders
• Nick Harris, Browns
• Jack Driscoll, Eagles

Scherff, the No. 5 overall pick 10 drafts ago by the Commanders, might not be finding a third team at 33 as he's faded from his five-time Pro Bowl days.

Edge rushers

• Von Miller, Bills
• Za'Darius Smith, Lions
• Matthew Judon, Falcons
• Dennis Gardeck, Cardinals
• Preston Smith, Steelers
• DeMarcus Walker, Bears

Miller and the Smiths can help some teams with situal depth and experience, but it's important to know Miller is 36 and Za'Darius, Preston and Judon are all 32.

Defensive tackles

• Raekwon Davis, Colts

Linebackers

• Kyzir White, Cardinals
• Eric Kendricks, Cowboys
• C.J. Mosley, Jets
• Isaiah Simmons, Giants

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Cornerbacks

• Rasul Douglas, Bills
• Asante Samuel Jr., Chargers
• Mike Hilton, Bengals
• Stephon Gilmore, Vikings
• Kendall Fuller, Dolphins
• Jamse Bradberry, Eagles
• Arthur Maulet, Ravens

There are some experience outside and subpackage players here who will join teams later in the offseason for depth.

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Safeties

• Justin Simmons, Falcons
• Julian Blackmon, Colts
• Marcus Williams, Ravens
• Jordan Whitehead, Buccaneers
• Rayshawn Jenkins, Seahawks

Simmons is trying to find his third team after making so many plays for Denver and Atlanta, which moved on with drafted rookie safety Xavier Watts. Simmons, 31 could fit well with the Vikings or Eagles. Blackmon, only 26, is also a player to watch to go to Minnesota.

Kickers

• Matt Gay, Colts
• Austin Seibert, Commanders
• Michael Badgley, Lions
• Cade York, Bengals
• Eddy Pineiro, Panthers
• Matt Prater, Cardinals
• Nick Folk, Titans

Punters

• Michael Palardy, Cardinals
• Pat O'Donnell, 49ers

Long snappers

• Patrick Scales, Bears
• Taylor Pepper, 49ers