The 5 NFL free agents who will shape free agency

Since he can’t get a franchise tag from the Seahawks, Clowney’s situation bears watching. Seattle didn’t give up a ton to get him — two non-starters and a third-round pick in 2020 — so will they spend to keep him?

There’s a big market for edge rushers who are skilled at stopping the run, and teams like the Jets, Dolphins, and Falcons would certainly open their wallets. On the other hand,

Clowney has only played 16 games once in his 5-year career. He has never registered double digit sacks. So a big deal for the DE could end up as an albatross that sinks a franchise, as well.