Five undervalued players still remaining after first day of free agency

Five undervalued free agents remaining:

Leo Chenal, LB (Kansas City Chiefs)

Athletic, instinctive sideline-to-sideline playmaker with the ability to tackle in space. Young (25) and versatile under Steve Spagnuolo, poised for expanded duties without premium linebacker pricing. 

Potential landing spots: Denver Broncos (Released Dre Greenlaw/coverage upgrade), New York Jets (scheme fit), and Carolina Panthers (need)

Luke Fortner, C (New Orleans Saints)

The young center stepped up in 2025, ranking 17th among centers and sixth in pass-block win rate per PFF after a mid-season trade. With Tyler Linderbaum resetting the market after agreeing to a contract with the Las Vegas Raiders, Fortner offers athletic, scheme-versatile interior line help at roughly half the cost. Any team needing immediate center stability gets a proven, affordable starter. 

Potential landing spots: Carolina Panthers (Overall fit), Houston Texans (interior upgrade), and Tennessee Titans (Scheme versatility). 

Kaden Elliss, LB ( Atlanta Falcons)

One of the most consistently productive yet overlooked linebackers, the 31-year-old excels as a pass-rush specialist from the second level while racking up tackles and coverage snaps. His generation-long undervaluation continues—he’ll sign for far less than notable linebackers while delivering immediate impact plays and scheme flexibility.

Potential landing spots: Cleveland Browns (Fit with new DC), San Francisco 49ers (Reuniting with former HC), and Minnesota Vikings (Overall fit).

Calvin Austin III, WR ( Pittsburgh Steelers)

Austin needs a better schematic fit for his athletic ability and play style. He's a target who can stretch the field and become a solid rotational piece. Overall, he'll be an intriguing WR3/4 for a team looking for depth. 

Potential landing spots: Indianapolis Colts (Pairing for Alec Pierce), Las Vegas Raiders (Scheme fit), and Kansas City Chiefs (Depth)

Greg Newsome II, CB ( Jacksonville Jaguars)

Newsome has flashed electric playmaking and starting ability, but has been highly inconsistent throughout his career. His length, athletic ability, and slot-capability will draw interest in a corner market that needs depth. In the right system, he could flourish in 2026. 

Potential landing spots: Green Bay Packers (Scheme fit/Zone-heavy), Seattle Seahawks (Cheap veteran upside), and Las Vegas Raiders (Long-term potential)