NFL's top 10 free agents
Jets wide receiver Santonio Holmes proved his worth with clutch performances throughout the season. (Jan. 23, 2011) Credit: Getty Images
1 Nnamdi Asomugha CB, Raiders
Asomugha is considered one of the best cover cornerbacks in the NFL, with only Darrelle Revis in his class. He is coveted by several teams, including the Raiders, Cowboys, Texans, Redskins and Eagles. Price tag might be prohibitive for some teams, though.
2 Santonio Holmes WR, Jets
One of the game's top clutch receivers, Holmes was a huge key to the Jets' offense last year after being traded from the Steelers. In 12 games (he missed four because of a suspension), he had 746 receiving yards and six TDs. He's only 27 and in his prime.
3 Sidney Rice WR, Vikings
The 24-year-old receiver had a breakout season in 2009 with 1,312 yards and eight touchdowns, but was slowed by a hip injury last year that forced him to miss 10 games. He's completely healthy and will command a lot of money on the open market.
4 Antonio Cromartie CB, Jets
Acquired in a trade with the Chargers before last season, Cromartie was a terrific complement opposite Revis. He's not at Asomugha's level, but cornerbacks are at a premium in today's NFL, and the Jets will have to pay big dollars to keep him.
5 Barry Cofield DT, Giants
Underrated defensive tackle coming off career highs in tackles (54) and sacks (4.0), Cofield is 27 and ready to test the free-agent market.
6 Tyson Clabo G, Falcons
The 6-6, 331-pound guard is one of the league's top run blockers, and could be targeted by the Bears and Broncos. The Falcons want to keep him, but may not be able to afford the price.
7 Braylon Edwards WR, Jets
Edwards is coming off his best season since 2007 with 904 yards and seven touchdowns, as he gave the Jets a badly needed vertical threat. Had a career-best 17.1 yards per catch.
8 DeAngelo Williams RB, Panthers
Coming off a foot injury, but will be ready to go for the 2011 season. A former 1,000-yard back, he might be heading for Denver to be reunited with former Panthers coach John Fox.
9 Cullen Jenkins DE/DT, Packers
The younger brother of recently retired Kris Jenkins, Cullen can play in either a 3-4 or 4-3 alignment. He's coming off a career-high 7.0 sacks for the Super Bowl champion Packers.
10 Melvin Bullitt S, Colts
When you think of Colts safeties, you think of Bob Sanders, the oft-injured star who is now in San Diego. But Bullitt has emerged as a big-time force in run support, and is also solid in coverage. The Colts are very interested in keeping him.
