The Open Market
My plan in free agency is to solidify the weaker areas of our roster, especially offensive line, receiver, edge and cornerback. I’ve decided to sign these players to our roster:
- WR Emmanuel Sanders: He fits Gase’s offensive scheme and he’s a more consistent producer than Anderson. His contract won’t be much different but we feel more comfortable giving Darnold a veteran receiver to work with alongside Crowder.
- LG Brandon Scherff: We need talented veterans on our roster and he fits the mold of the type of player we need on the offensive line.
- RG Joe Thuney: The same applies here, as Thuney will provide a sense of stability and durability along the offensive line that we haven’t seen in years.
- CB Jalen Mills: I was part of the team that drafted Mills in 2016. He’s had a few down seasons but I trust our coaching staff to bring him back to form. He’ll fit in well with Trumaine Johnson, Bless Austin and the rest of the corners.
- EDGE Vic Beasley: An incredibly talented player who needs a change of scenery. We believe Beasley can return to his Pro Bowl form as a great replacement for Jenkins.
- DE Robert Quinn: This is the type of mauler at the line of scrimmage we’ve missed for years.
- Other notable signings: RB Jordan Howard and QB Case Keenum give the team experienced, capable backups at two positions where such players are sorely needed.