Predicting landing spots for top 50 NFL free agents

NFL free agency opens at 4 p.m. ET on March 18, in what's expected to be a mad dash for all 32 teams. With that date coming in just over one week, here's a prediction on where the top 50 free agents could be headed.

ESPN reported the Jets were trying to bring Anderson back , which seems like a smart move as they try to build around Sam Darnold. Anderson hasn't been able to match his great 2017 season when he had 941 yards and seven touchdowns, but he's still been productive in three consecutive seasons.

The Bills rank third in cap space this offseason, and Armstead is set to cash in after recording 10 sacks for the 49ers last season. The huge defensive end is a nice fit for Sean McDermott's defense, which is aging on the edges.

The Bucs are "strongly considering" franchising Barrett , but that doesn't necessarily mean he will stick around Tampa Bay for 2020. Certainly, he will demand an elite contract in any case after recording a league-high 19.5 sacks last season, but Tampa Bay has the cap space and needs to keep Barrett around after potentially losing Jason Pierre-Paul and Ndamukong Suh.

Boston was a major bargain for Carolina last year on a one-year, $3 million contract. After performing well, he should be set for a multiyear deal going on age 28. If Denver loses Justin Simmons, the Broncos will be in the market for another safety, and Boston can fill the void.

The Brady rumors are rampant this offseason. It certainly sounds like Bill Belichick and Co. are ready to move on, and a strong argument can be made that Tennessee's offensive supporting case is better than New England's at this point. The Titans could be a perfect situation for Brady, with head coach Mike Vrabel knowing the QB quite well from their days in New England and Arthur Smith showing himself to be an excellent offensive coordinator last year. Brady could grow to like exciting young wideouts A.J. Brown, Corey Davis and Adam Humphries as the team tries to get past the AFC championship.

Breeland did a solid job for the Chiefs defense last season, which also means he could be too expensive to bring back. Scorned in free agency over the last two offseasons, Breeland should be in a good place for a big contract, and the Jets are one of many teams with the means and the need at cornerback.

Bridgewater is set to find a starting job somewhere after going 5-0 during Drew Brees' absence last season, and he's now a proven winner between Minnesota and New Orleans. There are quarterbacks on the open market with more flash, but Bridgewater does a good job of protecting the ball and could be a perfect placeholder for a young quarterback in LA.

It's likely that Clowney and the Seahawks could seek an extension, but it remains to be seen if they can work out the financial details. Seattle got solid play out of Clowney last season after losing Frank Clark, and the Seahawks will be in a tough position for pass rushers in 2020 if they allow the former No. 1 overall draft choice to walk.

The grass isn't always greener on the other side, as Collins found out when he was traded from New England to Cleveland in 2016. After 2.5 years of regression with the Browns, Collins was able to revitalize his career last season in New England with 57 tackles, seven sacks, three picks and three forced fumbles. It's in the best interest of both parties for Collins to return.

The Cowboys have some work to do to bring back Dak Prescott and Cooper, but it's hard to see that scenario not happening. Despite some injury issues last season, Cooper had an excellent year with 1,189 yards and five touchdowns.

Conklin is arguably the best offensive lineman on the market and is set to cash in this offseason. The Titans could have a difficult time retaining him, as they have to pay a quarterback and Derrick Henry, but the Cardinals are one of many teams with a major need on the offensive line.

Safety is high on Dallas' list of needs, and Clinton-Dix did a nice job rehabbing his value in 2019 in Chicago after a disappointing 2018 season. The veteran would go a long way in shoring up the Cowboys secondary if the team can fit him under the cap.

Pittsburgh is expected to franchise tag Dupree , who will demand big money after recording 11.5 sacks last season. Overshadowed by T.J. Watt, the former first-round pick has still turned into an excellent pass rusher. The Steelers have limited cap space but are set to go all-in as Ben Roethlisberger approaches the end of his career.

Ebron played only 11 games last season in Indy after scoring 13 touchdowns in 2018. He's established his upside but could come at a nice price coming off a down year, and the Pack desperately needs help for Aaron Rodgers.

Fowler did well for himself on a one-year deal with the Rams last year, recording 11.5 sacks. He should be looking for a multi-year contract this offseason, and the Giants are one of many teams with a need for edge rushers.

Fuller has played his best ball in the slot during his career, but he showed versatility last season while appearing at safety late in the year. His play has been inconsistent over the last two seasons, but the Bears are an optimal fit as he could join his brother Kyle and contribute in a variety of roles.

Gordon didn't get his money from the Chargers after holding out early last season, but the Texans could be more welcoming of the idea. Bill O'Brien has been clearly desperate to win now, and the Texans have a need with Carlos Hyde a free agent. A versatile back, Gordon fits O'Brien's offense well.

Green is arguably the top wideout on the market despite missing all of 2019 due to injury. The Cincinnati Enquirer reports the Bengals plan to franchise Green if they can't agree to a long-term deal, and the team would probably like to keep him around as they likely take quarterback Joe Burrow first overall in the draft.

Harris recorded a league-high six interceptions for Minnesota last season and should get a lucrative contract as a result. Safety was a weakness for the Browns last season, and the team still has a lot of cap space to work with as it tries to capitalize on Baker Mayfield's rookie contract.

Harris is an oldie but goodie entering his age 31 season but still is one of the top slot corners in the game. He should be looking to cash in on what could be the last significant contract of his career, and the Raiders have shown over the last year that they're more than willing to spend.

It would seem like only a matter of time before the Titans and Henry agree to a deal, even with Henry likely asking for elite back money. He almost single-handedly put the team on his back late last season and into the playoffs and is one of the most unique running back talents the league has seen in years.

New England's offense wasn't the same without Rob Gronkowski last year. Henry has shown elite tight end ability during his career, but injuries have stopped him from reaching his potential. He's still a good fit for a team that needs weapons and could feature Henry in the offense.

Chicago's offense regressed last season, and Trey Burton's injury issues were one reason. The offense would love a tight end it could feature, and Hooper has shown that potential in Atlanta with 70-plus catches in consecutive seasons. It could take some creativity for Chicago to fit Hooper into its plans, but there's no doubt the Bears would like to have him.

Jones could be the odd man out in Dallas, as the team tries to retain Dak Prescott and Amari Cooper this offseason. His ball skills aren't great, but Jones has become a solid cover corner since moving over from safety and should attract top corner money. Philadelphia is one of many teams desperate for help at the position.

Chiefs GM Brett Veach will have to be creative to keep Jones around with the Patrick Mahomes contract extension pending, but it's certainly not impossible. Jones has become one of the league's elite interior pass rushers in his four seasons and was a difference maker during the Super Bowl. If the Chiefs can't find common ground, they will likely franchise and trade Jones for draft capital.

Judon could potentially be the third significant pass rusher whom the Ravens let walk in two years, but his contract demands could be more than the team is willing to spend. He's developed nicely for Baltimore with 28.5 sacks in four seasons, including 9.5 sacks last season. The Titans needs edge rusher help, and Judon could be a fit if they have the funds.

Littleton has developed into an elite linebacker for the Rams over the last two seasons, showing great ability to stop the run and cover running backs in the passing game. Cleveland could move on from Joe Schobert, and Littleton would be quite an upgrade.

It seems unlikely that a team would take a chance on Mariota as a starter after his play regressed so severely in Tennessee. The mobile quarterback still has some time to develop, and Seattle would be a desirable location for that to happen for Mariota playing behind Russell Wilson...if he's willing to take a massive pay cut.

Martinez has been a tackling machine in Green Bay recently and will be looking for a big contract at age 26. The Rams could be set to lose Cory Littleton, but Martinez would be a nice consolation prize.

McCourty has had a highly productive career in New England, and there's no reason he should need to move on if the team would like to have him back. He remains a solid player going on age 33, but the market could be limited due to his advanced age.

The Jaguars are set to franchise tag Ngakoue, but it sounds unlikely he will remain in Jacksonville. The Ravens need edge rushers, especially if they allow Matt Judon to walk in free agency, and Ngakoue would be a nice upgrade if the team is willing to pull off a trade.

Even at age 38, Peters remains an excellent left tackle. Few teams have a bigger need at the position than Cleveland, and Peters could potentially be a nice placeholder at the position if the team drafts a developmental prospect.

Reed recorded 10.5 sacks in 2018 but never got on track last year after missing the first six games of the year due to suspension. To Seattle's benefit, that should allow Reed to stick around for a cheaper price in 2020.

Sanders did a nice job late last season in San Francisco, showing that he has plenty left at age 33. New England has never found a veteran receiver it didn't like and certainly has a need at the position this offseason.

The top guard available this offseason, Scherff is expected to be franchised by Washington. The team can't afford to lose more offensive line talent, especially with Trent Williams potentially being traded, and it should have the funds to keep Scherff.

Denver could franchise Simmons if it is unable to find common ground. The follow-up move could be a trade for the star young safety, and no team has more draft capital than the Dolphins. Miami needs help at just about every position, and Simmons could effectively be a nice replacement for Minkah Fitzpatrick.

The Miami Herald reports the Dolphins have shown interest in Thuney , who is familiar with Brian Flores from his days in New England. If Miami drafts a quarterback this year, it would desperately need more offensive line talent to protect him.

Pierce has been a bit of an enigma, but his upside as one of the better nose tackles in the league is clear. That's a spot the Patriots like to employ, and Pierce might be a bargain after a down year.

Franchise quarterbacks simply don't become available in today's NFL, and there's little reason to think the Cowboys will allow Prescott to go elsewhere. The contract negotiations have been ongoing for quite a while, and it still seems like only a matter of time before Prescott and Dallas find an agreement.

Quinn did a nice job for the Cowboys last season with 11.5 sacks in 14 games, but affording the pass rusher could be difficult for Dallas this offseason. Few teams need a pass rusher more desperately than the Falcons, especially after moving on from Vic Beasley.

The market for Rivers could be limited after he clearly took a step back during his age-38 season. But he's likely still an improvement for Indianapolis over Jacoby Brissett. Rivers also has a history with Colts head coach Frank Reich, so there's a strong circumstantial fit.

Ryan had a strong 2019 season as he enters free agency, so he should be able to fetch a nice contract. Going back to New England is one option, as Ryan could join with Stephon Gilmore to create arguably the best cornerback duo in the league.

Las Vegas has a big need at linebacker after the Vontaze Burfict debacle. Schobert was a tackling machine in Cleveland but could be had for less than the elite middle linebackers on the market.

Suh is starting to reach journeyman status, potentially joining his fourth team in four years. He's not the elite defensive lineman he was early in his career, but he can still play at age 33. Faced with the potential loss of Dontari Poe and Gerald McCoy, the Panthers have a major need.

It's becoming clear Bruce Arians is ready to move on from the turnover-happy Jameis Winston. Tannehill could remain in Tennessee, but the possibility of adding Tom Brady would push him out of town to his third team in three years. Tannehill is a solid game manager, if nothing else, and his skill set could be a nice fit for Arians' offense.

Van Noy's career was jump-started in the Patriots defense, so it's likely he'd want to remain in a similar system. The Texans certainly have that, with former New England assistant Romeo Crennel still involved, along with the cap space to make something work.

Ward is far from an elite safety, but the oft-injured defensive back has flashed plenty of ability during his career in San Francisco. With Ha Ha Clinton-Dix potentially leaving, the Bears have a need again at safety and could utilize Ward's talents.

Whitworth is one of the oldest players in the NFL at age 38, and his play did drop off slightly last season. He remains a solid left tackle at his advanced age, however, and is expected to stay in LA.

The Giants wouldn't have traded draft capital for Williams last year if they didn't plan on keeping him. Williams is likely to demand elite money, and the Giants have the funds to pay him.

Winston has all the arm talent in the world, but it could be difficult for him to find a No. 1 job after throwing 30 interceptions last season. He could follow in the footsteps of Ryan Tannehill and land a No. 2 role with upside, and the Bears certainly have that with Mitchell Trubisky still struggling to find consistency.