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These are the best landing spots for PFF’s Top-10 Free Agents on Offense for the 2026 offseason.
Editor's note: PFF Grades listed are taken from a sample of the player’s last two seasons
Kenneth Walker III, Seattle Seahawks: 92.3 PFF Grade
Best Landing spot: Kansas City Chiefs
As one half of the Seahawks' electric backfield tandem that helped pave the way to the No.1 seed in the NFC, Walker has the juice that will earn him a lucrative contract this offseason. The 25-year-old back has the scheme versatility to play in any system, ranking above the 90th percentile in PFF rushing grade in both gap (90.9) and zone (91.3) schemes.
With both Kareem Hunt and Isiah Pacheco scheduled to hit free agency, the Chiefs will be in the market for a playmaker at running back. This past season, Chiefs running backs forced the fewest missed tackles on runs in the NFL; a strength of Walker’s game, as he forced the most missed tackles per attempt (0.32) of any back over the last two seasons.
WR Mike Evans, Tampa Bay Buccaneers: 87.8 PFF Grade
Best Landing spot: Buffalo Bills
While questions linger surrounding Mike Evans‘ possible retirement, there’s no question that the 32-year-old wideout can still produce when on the field. Although injuries derailed his 2025 campaign, Evans posted the fourth-highest PFF grade (89.0) among receivers in 2024. He remains a highly efficient pass-catcher, as his 2.21 yards per route over the past two seasons ranks in the top 15.
The Bills' lack of quality depth at outside receiver limited their offensive output, particularly when injuries mounted late in the year. Add in their limited capability to stretch the field vertically – recording the sixth fewest receptions on throws of 20 or more yards – and Evans profiles as a strong upgrade to Josh Allen’s core of weapons.
WR George Pickens, Dallas Cowboys: 86.9 PFF Grade
Best Landing spot: Atlanta Falcons
The change of scenery to Dallas cemented Pickens as a bona fide elite name at the receiver position, and entering his age-25 season, he’ll have no shortage of suitors this free agency cycle. This past season, Pickens earned a career-best 87.2 PFF receiving grade, posting top-three marks in receiving yardage (1,429) and 15-plus-yard receptions of 15 (38).
The 2026 season will prove to be an important crossroad for Michael Penix Jr.’s development as a passer. Despite leading the Power Four in deep completions his final year at Washington, Penix ranks just below the league average in percentage of attempts 20-plus yards downfield since entering the NFL. Pairing George Pickens with Drake London would create one of the NFLs most electric receiver duos and set the young quarterback up for success.
QB Malik Willis, Green Bay Packers: 85.8 PFF Grade
Best Landing spot: Miami Dolphins
With Jeff Hafley hired to be the next head coach of the Miami Dolphins, the former Packers defensive coordinator would likely look for a player he’s familiar with to fill the Dolphins’ expected vacancy at quarterback.
Although Malik Willis doesn’t possess a significant sample as a starter, he’s shown promise over his two seasons as Jordan Love’s backup in Green Bay. Willis has tossed five big-time throws to just one turnover-worthy play over the last two seasons, exhibiting strong accuracy marks while ranking as the only quarterback with at least 75 attempts to chart under 10% of his throws as uncatchable and inaccurate.
C Tyler Linderbaum, Baltimore Ravens: 84.9
Best Landing spot: Seattle Seahawks
The Ravens opted against picking up Tyler Linderbaum’s fifth-year option due to exorbitant cost but have expressed interest in extending the Pro Bowl center. Yet, there has been nothing concrete, and the idea of entering the market as the top free agent offensive lineman may prove alluring to Linderbaum. With other teams possessing more cap flexibility, Baltimore may ultimately be priced out.
Seattle, a team with ample cap space, will aim to take more swings at improving the interior of its offensive line this offseason. Given the Seahawks‘ dedication to establishing a presence in the running game, posting the second-highest run play percentage (47.0%) in the NFL – behind only the Ravens – adding a road grading center in Linderbaum is the perfect fit.
Linderbaum hangs his hat as one of the game’s premier run blockers, with his 89.5 PFF run blocking grade over the last two seasons ranking as the fourth-highest among centers.
HB Tyler Allgeier, Atlanta Falcons: 84.2 PFF Grade
Best Landing spot: Dallas Cowboys
The Cowboys saw a resurgence in their ability to run the football this season, a credit to Klayton Adams' prowess in establishing the ground game. Williams turned out a career year (81.7 PFF rushing grade); however, the depth behind him left much to be desired. With Williams scheduled to enter free agency – albeit with the possibility of returning to Dallas – the Cowboys should invest more into this backfield.
Although he’s been overshadowed by Bijan Robinson in Atlanta, Allgeier is quietly one of the NFL's most productive backs. His 84.0 PFF rushing grade ranks top five among qualifying running backs over the last two seasons while also not fumbling a single time over that span. As a premier zone runner, Allgeier would fit in well with the Cowboys' inside zone-heavy scheme.
RB Breece Hall, New York Jets: 76.6 PFF Grade
Best Landing spot: New Orleans Saints
A myriad of injuries in the backfield left the Saints' running game underwhelming this season, finishing 31st in PFF rushing grade (68.8) as a team. Ineffective production on a down-to-down basis amounted to just 3.4 yards per attempt on designed runs (31st), while limited big-play ability resulted in just 6.5% of runs going for 10 or more yards, the lowest in the NFL.
Enter Breece Hall, who had a career year in 2025, producing an 83.5 PFF grade and racking up 26 explosive runs. The Saints led the NFL in inside zone usage this season (35%), just one spot ahead of the Jets. Hall’s fit within Kellen Moore’s scheme is picture perfect, as the former Jet posted the third-highest PFF rushing grade (83.6) on inside zone runs this past season.
G Kevin Zeitler, Tennessee Titans: 83.9 PFF Grade
Best Landing spot: Los Angeles Chargers
Despite approaching 36 years old, Kevin Zeitler is still performing as one of the NFL’s best interior blockers. Over the final six games of the regular season, the veteran posted the highest PFF pass-blocking grade among interior offensive linemen (89.3). Although his NFL future remains a question, should he decide against retirement, many teams will call.
Chief among those teams that will have an interest will be the Chargers. Justin Herbert was running for his life this season behind a patchwork offensive line. The Chargers allowed the NFL's most interior pressures during the regular season. This team can’t afford to put their franchise quarterback under fire like that again.
WR DeAndre Hopkins, Baltimore Ravens: 82.3 PFF Grade
Best Landing spot: Tennessee Titans
Although the former All-Pro receiver hasn’t seen a full-time role in some time, Hopkins continues to excel as a technician and veteran presence inside the locker room. Entering his age-34 season, Hopkins can still separate at a high level, as his 63.2% separation rate ranks top five among all pass-catchers this season.
With Calvin Ridley underperforming during his limited showing, Cam Ward was left with numerous first-year receivers playing key roles. As a result, the Titans' receiving corps posted the NFL's fifth-lowest passer rating when targeted (76.3). Bringing Hopkins in to mentor Ward and this young receiver room would pay off.
WR Alec Pierce, Indianapolis Colts: 80.1 PFF Grade
Best Landing spot: New York Giants
Pierce has taken significant steps over the past two seasons in order to cash in this offseason. His 81.6 PFF receiving grade since the start of the 2024 season ranks top 25 among all receivers. Pierce is a lethal deep threat that could transform any offense, as his 24 receptions on throws targeted 20-plus yards downfield ties for the third-most over that span.
Jaxson Dart was one of the most aggressive deep passers in college football coming out, recording the most 20-plus-yard passing attempts in the Power Four over his final two seasons. That resulted in the New York Giants posting the NFL's highest deep passing rate last season, but the lack of a vertical threat that can take the top off of defenses was sorely missed. Pierce can step into that role and make an immediate impact.