SPOTLIGHT: Inside the 2026 NFL Free Agent MARKET—Which Linebackers, Corners & Safeties STAND OUT?

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🗓️ 10 February 2026

⏱️ 34 minutes

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Summary

The 2026 NFL free agent market heats up as linebacker legends like Damario Davis, Lavonte David, and Bobby Wagner face pivotal decisions—can these veterans still anchor an elite defense, or will rising stars like Alex Anzalone and Leo Chenal seize the spotlight? Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down the top linebacker, cornerback, and safety options, spotlighting injury concerns, positional versatility, and high-upside bargains that could reshape team strategies. Who deserves a premium contract, and which familiar names might be due for a surprising comeback? From Cordale Flott’s emerging value to Seattle Seahawks’ looming decisions on Tariq Woolen and ancillary defenders, no roster stone goes unturned. The conversation also tackles the controversial proposal to allow teams to trade future draft picks up to five years out—could this unleash unprecedented risk in NFL front offices? Get insider analysis on the potential market-shifting moves and the underrated defensive playmakers poised for breakout seasons.

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0:00.0	We're continuing to explore the potential of the 2026 free agent market today on the Locked on NFL scouting podcast.
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1:05.0	play your game jill i am sitting here looking at the um linebacker free agency list that we're going to go over here today on the show.
1:16.0	And I have never felt more washed in my life than seeing the ages for the age of the upcoming season for names that I have done scouting reports on almost 10 years ago.
1:29.9	Like, Alex Anzoloni.
1:32.3	Neville Hewitt.
1:33.8	Yeah.
1:34.6	Denzel Perryman.
1:36.2	That's a good one.
1:39.0	Who else is in here?
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