Top 5 Power Rankings Post Free Agency: Rams and Broncos Surge

- By Jack Aaron
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Former GM Mike Tannenbaum says the San Francisco 49ers shouldn’t pass on Omar Cooper Jr. even after adding Mike Evans, arguing Cooper’s route running, reliability, and long-term upside make him an ideal future weapon alongside Brock Purdy rather than relying solely on a veteran stopgap.
Marcus Freeman calls Jeremiyah Love a rare “unicorn,” pointing to his elite athleticism, versatility, and game changing ability as a top 2026 NFL Draft prospect. Love stands out for contributing as both a runner and receiver, with the potential to excel at multiple positions thanks to his instincts, speed, and power. His production at Notre Dame, including 1,000 yard rushing seasons and strong receiving output, reinforces his status as a complete offensive weapon and one of the most coveted talents in his class.
Former Eagle Hugh Douglas pushed back strongly against the idea of replacing Jalen Hurts, arguing the Philadelphia Eagles have more urgent roster needs and shouldn’t spend a high draft pick on a quarterback despite outside criticism following Hurts’ inconsistent 2025 season. While some media voices suggested drafting a potential successor after the team’s offensive struggles and early playoff exit, Douglas emphasized that Hurts has already proven himself and that investing in other positions would be the smarter move.
The Kansas City Chiefs are aggressively pushing to play an international game in Spain during the 2026 season, specifically targeting a matchup at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home of Real Madrid, as part of the NFL’s expanding global presence. Team leadership has made it clear they view Spain as a key market and see the opportunity as a major experience for both players and fans, though the league has not yet finalized the matchup and is expected to reveal full details when the schedule is released.
The Las Vegas Raiders are considering adding a veteran running back as a backup to Ashton Jeanty after depth issues exposed their offense in 2025, aiming to reduce his workload and improve overall efficiency. The potential addition would bring a physical, between-the-tackles presence to complement Jeanty’s explosiveness while the veteran works his way back from a major injury.
NFL analyst Jack Aaron breaks down his post-free agency power rankings, highlighting the squads that made key improvements, and where they need to make additions in the draft.