Winners and Losers of NFL Free Agency: Day 1 Recap

🏈Kirk Cousins signs a 4-year, $180 million deal with the Atlanta Falcons, bringing stability to their quarterback position.

💰Chris Jones re-signs with the Kansas City Chiefs for a 5-year, $160 million contract, solidifying their championship-winning defense.

💪Interior linemen like Justin Madubuike and Christian Wilkins are getting big contracts, signaling the value of their position in the NFL.

🔒Derrick Henry's market value may suffer as running backs continue to receive relatively low contracts compared to other positions.

🛡️The Minnesota Vikings make smart moves to bolster their defense with the acquisitions of Jonathan Grenard, Andrew van Ginkel, and Blake Cashman.

Who is the highest-paid quarterback in the NFL?

—Kirk Cousins is currently the highest-paid quarterback in the NFL with his 4-year, $180 million deal with the Atlanta Falcons.

Who is the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL?

—Currently, the highest-paid defensive player in terms of total contract value is Chris Jones, who re-signed with the Kansas City Chiefs for a 5-year, $160 million deal.

Why are interior linemen getting paid big contracts?

—Interior linemen like Justin Madubuike and Christian Wilkins are getting paid big contracts because of their value in disrupting the opponent's offensive line and stopping the run game.

Are running backs getting paid well in free agency?

—While running backs are still getting contracts, their market value has decreased compared to other positions. This trend may affect players like Derrick Henry in the market.

What moves did the Minnesota Vikings make in free agency?

—The Minnesota Vikings made smart moves to bolster their defense, acquiring players like Jonathan Grenard, Andrew van Ginkel, and Blake Cashman.

00:00Day one of legal tampering in the NFL sees big contracts for players like Kirk Cousins and Chris Jones.

02:02Running backs get paid but Derrick Henry may suffer in the market.

04:40Brian Flores and the Vikings make smart moves to bolster their defense.