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2026 NFL free agency tracker: 14 of the top 100 free agents remain unsigned
TL;DR
As of now, 14 of the top 100 NFL free agents remain unsigned following the 2026 NFL Draft. Teams are expected to continue signing free agents into the summer as they seek to fill roster gaps.
Key points
- 14 of the top 100 NFL free agents remain unsigned
- Teams are looking to fill roster gaps post-NFL Draft
- Signing free agents after the draft avoids compensatory picks
- Recent signings include Calais Campbell and D.J. Reader
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The first major waves of free agency have come and gone. So too has the 2026 NFL Draft.
As teams introduce their rookies to the pros, they're also looking to improve on the periphery. Not every roster hole was filled in March and April, after all, and there's a notable advantage to signing free agents after the NFL Draft: They no longer count against the NFL's compensatory picks formula. That may result in a slight uptick after the draft, but in all likelihood, we'll see signings continue slowly into the summer before still-unsigned vets start finding new homes ahead of (or even during) training camp.
Each of the top 33 players on Pete Prisco's annual free agent ranking has signed, but there's still plenty of quality talent available as the NFL calendar enters what is usually its quietest months. The Ravens and Giants recently patched up holes on the defensive line with Calais Campbell (No. 63 in Pete's ranking) and D.J. Reader (No. 97) as respective post-draft improvements.
We'll be keeping track of every top-100 signing below:
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2026 NFL Free Agent Tracker
| Rank | Player | POS | Last Team | New Team | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyler Linderbaum (26) | C | team logo | team logo | 3 years, $81M |
| 2 | Trey Hendrickson (31) | EDGE | team logo | team logo | 4 years, $112M |
| 3 | George Pickens (25) | WR | team logo | team logo | Franchise tag |
Q&A
Which top NFL free agents are still unsigned as of 2026?
Currently, 14 of the top 100 NFL free agents remain unsigned, including notable players ranked by Pete Prisco.
What advantages do teams have in signing free agents after the NFL Draft?
Signing free agents after the NFL Draft means they do not count against the NFL's compensatory picks formula, potentially benefiting team roster management.
How does the NFL free agency process change after the draft?
After the draft, free agency typically slows down, but teams may still sign veterans as they prepare for training camp.
What recent signings have occurred in the NFL post-draft?
The Ravens signed Calais Campbell and the Giants signed D.J. Reader to strengthen their defensive lines after the draft.