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The most exciting offseason addition for every NFL team
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The most exciting offseason addition for every NFL team

The 2021 NFL offseason was as wild as ever, and fans of all 32 teams have something to look forward to with their team's additions. These are the most exciting acquisitions for each team as we approach the start of the season.

 
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Arizona Cardinals: J.J. Watt, DE

Arizona Cardinals: J.J. Watt, DE
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Watt remains one of the faces of the NFL, even as his play has dropped off recently. He's hoping to rebound with the Cardinals opposite fellow star pass rusher Chandler Jones, helping build on Arizona's defensive improvement from last year.

 
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Atlanta Falcons: Kyle Pitts, TE

Atlanta Falcons: Kyle Pitts, TE
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The Falcons already had great receivers before they drafted Pitts fourth overall. The team had other teams, but Pitts is a generational talent at tight end who could help make fans forget about losing Julio Jones.

 
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Baltimore Ravens: Rashod Bateman, WR

Baltimore Ravens: Rashod Bateman, WR
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The Ravens have struggled at wide receiver for the last several years but addressed that area in a big way by signing Sammy Watkins, along with drafting Bateman and fourth-rounder Tylan Wallace. Bateman has the size and deep speed to be a future No. 1 receiver for Lamar Jackson.

 
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Buffalo Bills: Gregory Rousseau, DE

Buffalo Bills: Gregory Rousseau, DE
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Buffalo had a relatively quiet offseason but was able to find a pass rusher of the future in Rousseau. He could be a rotational player in 2021 after recording 15.5 sacks two years ago at Miami.

 
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Carolina Panthers: Sam Darnold, QB

Carolina Panthers: Sam Darnold, QB
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The Panthers had a disappointing season from Teddy Bridgewater last year, but are hopeful Darnold be more productive. The Jets' former first-round pick has disappointed in his first three seasons, though he's shown flashes and will have a better supporting cast with Carolina.

 
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Chicago Bears: Justin Fields, QB

Chicago Bears: Justin Fields, QB
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The Bears fulfilled their fans' dreams by trading up to draft Fields in the first round. Their last first-round quarterback, Mitchell Trubisky, didn't work out, but Fields is a more dynamic player who could add more excitement to what's been a stagnant offense recently.

 
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Cincinnati Bengals: Ja'Marr Chase, WR

Cincinnati Bengals: Ja'Marr Chase, WR
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Cincinnati has received criticism for taking Chase fifth overall over offensive tackle Penei Sewell, but there's no denying his ability. Chase will join Tyler Boyd and Tee Higgins to make one of the most impressive wide receiver trios in the league and had nearly 1,800 yards and 20 touchdowns catching passes from Joe Burrow at LSU in 2019.

 
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Cleveland Browns: Jadeveon Clowney, DE

Cleveland Browns: Jadeveon Clowney, DE
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Clowney was a bust for the Titans last year due in part to injury, but he's still just 28 and looks like a good fit opposite Myles Garrett. The former first overall draft choice can generate pressure if he's healthy, and could be headed for a make-or-break season.

 
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Dallas Cowboys: Micah Parsons, LB

Dallas Cowboys: Micah Parsons, LB
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The Cowboys defense was atrocious last year, but they were able to address it in the draft. Parsons is a high upside linebacker who should help immediately, and at worst, he gives the team insurance for the opt-injured Leighton Vander Esch.

 
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Denver Broncos: Kyle Fuller, CB

Denver Broncos: Kyle Fuller, CB
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Denver continues to build an impressive roster, especially on the defensive side. Fuller reunited with his former Bears defensive coordinator, Vic Fangio, in the offseason after a disappointing 2020 season. The two-time Pro Bowler helps create one of the best secondaries in the league, with first-rounder pick Patrick Surtain II joining him.

 
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Detroit Lions: Penei Sewell, OT

Detroit Lions: Penei Sewell, OT
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The Lions didn't spend much of their cap space and downgraded at quarterback by acquiring Jared Goff for Matthew Stafford, but the offensive line certainly looks strong. Sewell is an elite tackle prospect who can immediately step in and be a mauler for an offense that's likely to run the ball often.

 
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Green Bay Packers: Eric Stokes, CB

Green Bay Packers: Eric Stokes, CB
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The mediocre play of Green Bay's secondary is one reason they didn't advance to the Super Bowl last year, and they've addressed that issue with Stokes. The first-rounder has elite speed and could make an elite cornerback duo opposite Jaire Alexander.

 
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Houston Texans: Nico Collins, WR

Houston Texans: Nico Collins, WR
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Houston had a nightmarish offseason, cutting J.J. Watt and watching Deshaun Watson's off-field issues develop. With little cap room and few draft picks, Collins stands as their most exciting addition. The speedy Michigan alum could replace Will Fuller and become a big part of the offense immediately as a third-round pick.

 
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Indianapolis Colts: Carson Wentz, QB

Indianapolis Colts: Carson Wentz, QB
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With the retirement of Philip Rivers, the Colts will have their fourth regular starting quarterback in four years after adding Wentz. His career has seen a steep decline since nearly winning the MVP in 2017, but the change of scenery behind an excellent offensive line could be just what he needs.

 
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Jacksonville Jaguars: Trevor Lawrence, QB

Jacksonville Jaguars: Trevor Lawrence, QB
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The Jaguars had another reload after earning the first overall draft choice, but the anticipation for Lawrence couldn't be greater. The first overall draft choice is a dynamic, generational quarterback prospect, and he has several impressive weapons in Jacksonville's offense.

 
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Kansas City Chiefs: Jarran Reed, DT

Kansas City Chiefs: Jarran Reed, DT
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The additions that KC had on the offensive line should have the biggest impact, but Reed is the individual addition that should stand out most. The former Seahawk had 6.5 sacks last season and joins Chris Jones to create a scary interior pass rush for the Chiefs.

 
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Las Vegas Raiders: Yannick Ngakoue, DE

Las Vegas Raiders: Yannick Ngakoue, DE
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The Raiders were desperate for defensive help, and Ngakoue should be able to answer the call. He's recorded at least eight sacks in each of his five NFL seasons and could wreak havoc for opposing teams along with Maxx Crosby and Clelin Ferrell.

 
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Los Angeles Chargers: Jared Cook, TE

Los Angeles Chargers: Jared Cook, TE
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Like the rival Chiefs, LA's offensive line additions will have the biggest cumulative impact, but Cook is the individual who will shine most on the highlights. Replacing long-time tight end Hunter Henry, Cook is coming off a disappointing year in New Orleans but still has the ability to be a strong weapon for Justin Herbert.

 
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Los Angeles Rams: Matthew Stafford, QB

Los Angeles Rams: Matthew Stafford, QB
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After souring on Jared Goff, the Rams hit a home run by acquiring Stafford from Detroit. Despite three consecutive losing seasons with the Lions, Stafford has elite ability and the offense to deliver on his potential under head coach Sean McVay.

 
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Miami Dolphins: Jaylen Waddle, WR

Miami Dolphins: Jaylen Waddle, WR
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Miami had their second consecutive busy offseason, and have given young quarterback Tua Tagovailoa ample weapons with Will Fuller and Waddle, the sixth overall pick in the draft. Waddle missed much of last season at Alabama due to an ankle injury, but he's a flashy deep threat who should be difficult to cover in the NFL.

 
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Minnesota Vikings: Patrick Peterson, CB

Minnesota Vikings: Patrick Peterson, CB
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Minnesota rebuilt their secondary for the second consecutive offseason but is hoping experienced additions like Peterson are able to make a more immediate impact. Peterson isn't the elite player he was early in his career with Arizona, but he's still a speedy cover corner with a nose for the ball.

 
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New England Patriots: Nelson Agholor, WR

New England Patriots: Nelson Agholor, WR
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The Pats finally addressed their receiving needs, adding Agholor, Kendrick Bourne, Hunter Henry, and Jonnu Smith. Agholor is coming off a breakout season with the Raiders as a deep threat, averaging 18.7 yards per reception, and could stretch defenses in New England for Cam Newton and Mac Jones.

 
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New Orleans Saints: Pete Werner, LB

New Orleans Saints: Pete Werner, LB
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Cap issues limited with the Saints could do in the offseason, but there's noticeable excitement with draftees Payton Turner and Werner. A second-round pick out of Ohio State, Werner had 54 tackles in only eight games last season and should further strengthen a strong run defense.

 
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New York Giants: Kenny Golladay, WR

New York Giants: Kenny Golladay, WR
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The Giants landed one of the biggest prizes of the offseason with Golladay. He was a budding star in Detroit before missing most of last season due to injury, producing back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons in 2018 and 2019. Daniel Jones now has an embarrassment of riches with Golladay, Darius Slayton, Sterling Shepard, Kadarius Toney, Evan Engram, and Kyle Rudolph, along with running back Saquon Barkley. 

 
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New York Jets: Zach Wilson, QB

New York Jets: Zach Wilson, QB
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The Jets traded Sam Darnold and spent the second overall draft choice on Wilson, He's a playmaker a "gunslinger" out of BYU who's able to make highlight-reel plays. New York expects some headaches in his rookie season, but also more excitement than they had with Darnold.

 
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Philadelphia Eagles: DeVonta Smith, WR

Philadelphia Eagles: DeVonta Smith, WR
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The Eagles have selected a wide receiver in the first round back-to-back years, but are hopeful Smith has a bigger immediate impact than Jalen Reagor did last year. He had a record-breakout career at Alabama and has experience catching passes from Jalen Hurts in college.

 
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Pittsburgh Steelers: Najee Harris, RB

Pittsburgh Steelers: Najee Harris, RB
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The Steelers drafted a running back for the fifth consecutive season, but Harris looks like he has the most upside. The first-round pick had nearly 1,900 yards from scrimmage at Alabama last season and should step in as the starter at the beginning of the season.

 
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San Francisco 49ers: Trey Lance, QB

San Francisco 49ers: Trey Lance, QB
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The 49ers traded up to third overall in the draft to take Lance, their clear long-term starting quarterback. His inexperience quarterbacking North Dakota State had some evaluators worried, but Lance has the athleticism to run any offense. He's likely to sit behind Jimmy Garoppolo at the start of the season but could emerge as the starter late in the year.

 
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Seattle Seahawks: D'Wayne Eskridge, WR

Seattle Seahawks: D'Wayne Eskridge, WR
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Seattle made impact moves on the offensive line to help Russell Wilson, and selecting Eskridge in the third round should also help the franchise quarterback. He has a chance to be an excellent slot receiver, record 768 yards, and eight touchdowns in only six games at Western Michigan last season.

 
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Joe Tryon, EDGE

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Joe Tryon, EDGE
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The Bucs were able to bring back nearly their entire Super Bowl roster but did find a young upside pass rusher in Tryon. The first-round pick out of Washington will likely just be a rotational player in his rookie season but could be an important long-term piece with Jason Pierre-Paul and Shaq Barrett getting older.

 
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Tennessee Titans: Julio Jones, WR

Tennessee Titans: Julio Jones, WR
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The Titans made arguably the biggest splash this offseason by acquiring Jones. He gives Tennessee arguably the scariest weapons in the league, joining A.J. Brown and Derrick Henry.

 
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Washington Football Team: Ryan Fitzpatrick, QB

Washington Football Team: Ryan Fitzpatrick, QB
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Washington struggled to find a quarterback last year, but has a solid placeholder in Fitzpatrick for 2021. His play can be erratic, but Fitzpatrick is a proven veteran who can move the ball more effectively for the Football Team.

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Ranking the top 5 Toronto Maple Leafs enforcers in franchise history
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Ranking the top 5 Toronto Maple Leafs enforcers in franchise history

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