Potential landing spots for 10 high-profile veteran NFL free agents

Cincinnati's backup to franchise QB Joe Burrow is unproven Jake Browning, who hasn't thrown a pass in the NFL. Bridgewater could be a more reliable option. The eight-year vet, now a journeyman, has 2,067 pass attempts and a completion percentage of 66.4% in the NFL. The Bengals would be his fifth different team in five seasons.

Frank Clark, DE | Jacksonville Jaguars

Jacksonville declined to pick up the fifth-year option on edge rusher K'Lavon Chaisson, and the team already lacks depth at the position. Clark, who had five sacks for Kansas City last season. wouldn't be an every-down player for the Jaguars, but as a situational pass rusher, he'd be a great option.

Jadeveon Clowney, DE | Kansas City Chiefs

In the first round of the draft, the Chiefs added rookie Felix Anudike-Uzomah to help replace Clark, but relying solely on a rookie may not be ideal. Clowney, a former No. 1 overall pick, could get his career back on back on track by helping fortify Kansas City's defensive line. Clowney didn't please the Browns late last season.

Ezekiel Elliott, RB | Arizona Cardinals

Elliott could follow in Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith's footsteps by landing in Arizona after first playing for the Cowboys. Smith played his final two seasons in the desert; Elliott is also entering the twilight of his career. He would be in a timeshare with James Conner in Arizona, but at this stage in both runners' careers, neither should be taking on a heavy workload. Dallas, by the way, hasn't ruled out bringing Elliott back, per media reports.

Leonard Floyd, OLB | Los Angeles Chargers

The addition of Floyd, who played last season for the Rams, would greatly enhance the Chargers' ability to get after quarterbacks, including Patrick Mahomes, whom they face twice a season. With 29 sacks over the past three seasons and a prior relationship with HC Brandon Staley stemming from their time together in Chicago, Floyd would be an outstanding asset.

Leonard Fournette, HB | Miami Dolphins

Miami's offense checks most of the boxes. Explosive? Check. Fast? Check. But powerful? Not so much. The Dolphins have plenty to be excited about in 2023, but the team could use a physical runner for short-yardage situations. Fournette, the former Buc, was also one of the better receiving backs in 2022. Fournette would allow head coach Mike McDaniel to keep the offense multi-dimensional when he plays.

Kareem Hunt, RB | Washington Commanders

Washington has a solid running back duo in Brian Robinson Jr. and Antonio Gibson. But if offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy wants someone familiar with his scheme, Hunt -- who played for the Browns in 2022 -- would be a great addition. He was a valuable asset for the Kansas City Chiefs, averaging 226.5 carries, 1,075.5 yards and 7.5 touchdowns in two seasons while Bieniemy was OC there. If Sam Howell, the 144th pick in last season's draft, becomes the starting QB, Hunt's skills could be even more useful.

Marcus Peters, CB | Chicago Bears

The Bears must improve their defensive backfield despite recent investments. Peters, the former Raven, could offer valuable experience. 2022 draftee Kyler Gordon struggled in coverage last season. So did Jaylon Johnson, a second-round pick in 2020. Both have allowed QBs to post a passer rating over 100 --- well above average -- on targets against them during their short careers.

Yannick Ngakoue, DE | New York Giants

The Giants must catch up to the Eagles, and Ngakoue -- who played for the Colts last season -- could help. He's arguably the top pass-rushing option available, with 19.5 sacks during the past two seasons. A reunion with his former Ravens coaches (Don Martindale, Andre Patterson) in New York could be a golden opportunity for both parties.

Carson Wentz, QB | Green Bay Packers

The Jordan Love era is underway in Green Bay, which agreed to an unorthodox, one-year extension on Tuesday with the QB. Wentz -- who has flamed out in Indianapolis and Washington the past two seasons -- isn't a long-term solution. However, he could be a stop-gap should Love struggle.