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The 2022 NFL offseason is right around the corner. This year's free agent class is loaded with talent and includes several high-profile players that could be playing for new teams next season. Here are five big names that are most likely to switch teams prior to the 2022 NFL season.
Top 2022 NFL free agents most likely to switch teams
#1 - Jameis Winston
Jameis Winston was solid for the New Orleans Saints during the 2021 season prior to his season-ending knee injury. He recorded a 5-2 record while throwing 14 touchdowns and just three interceptions. The Saints have the worst salary cap situation of any team this offseason, so it's unlikely they will be able to afford to sign Winston to a new contract and keep him in New Orleans.
#2 - Allen Robinson II
Allen Robinson II's time with the Chicago Bears has likely come to an end. He played the 2021 season on the franchise tag, so it's unlikely that the Bears would place the tag on him again this offseason because of the financial burden. The two sides have been unable to come to an agreement on a contract extension for a couple of years now, so Robinson will likely seek a new team in 2022.
Best free agents in the 2022 NFL offseason most likely to switch teams
Here are five top unrestricted free agents that are most likely to play for a new team in the 2022 NFL season after hitting the open market this year.
#3 - Leonard Fournette
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in for a potentially transitional offseason this year. They have 27 players set to hit free agency. Not all of them will be re-signed. Some of the veteran players are more likely to be let go by the organization. Leonard Fournette has a good chance of being one of the players the Buccaneers let go of because of their younger depth in the running back position.
#4 - Chandler Jones
Chandler Jones requested to be traded prior to the 2021 NFL season, but the Arizona Cardinals decided to hang on to him. The two sides have been unable to come together on a contract extension, while JJ Watt just received a big one from the organization. These are all signs that Chandler Jones will hit the free agent market in the 2022 NFL offseason.
#5 - Stephon Gilmore
Stephon Gilmore is likely looking for a huge contract this year, while the Carolina Panthers don't have much spending money for the 2022 offseason. The Panthers are also fairly deep with youth on their defensive back roster, including players such as CJ Henderson and newly drafted rookie Jaycee Horn. It appears likely the Panthers will move on from Gilmore, despite trading for him during the 2021 season.
