The Perfect Free Agent for Every NFL Team In 2015
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1. Mark Ingram -- Arizona Cardinals
Each team won't be players in free agency, but that doesn't mean we can't have some fun and pick the perfect match of free agent and NFL team.
The Cardinals were decimated by injuries last year and were without the help of a QB's best friend: a running game. Enter Mark Ingram, the former Saint who would immediately be Arizona's lead back in the competitive NFC West.
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2. Greg Hardy -- Jacksonville Jaguars
As long as Greg Hardy is allowed back into the NFL after being placed on the commissioner's exempt list after receiving the franchise tag from the Panthers. Despite not playing for a year, you can never have too many pass rushers in the NFL. The Jaguars can take a low-risk high-reward approach to the sack master.
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3. Orlando Franklin -- St. Louis Rams
Greg Robinson will stick to left tackle in his second season with the Rams, and Jake Long is not expected to return so there's a hole to be filled. The versatility Orlando Franklin brings -- he can play guard and tackle -- will make him an attractive option.
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4. Chris Culliver -- New York Jets
Chris Culliver quietly had a bounce-back season after missing 2013 with a torn ACL. Culliver is a big-bodied corner that excels in man-to-man coverage and the Jets could use a lot of infusion of talent in the defensive backfield.
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5. Rahim Moore -- Pittsburgh Steelers
The Steelers might be weary of entering the safety free-agent market after signing Mike Mitchell last offseason, but Pittsburgh could use the former Broncos safety.
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6. Davon House -- Cincinnati Bengals
Davon House was buried behind Tramon Williams and Sam Shields in Green Bay, but the corner has starting ability and the Bengals are always looking for solid corners.
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7. Michael Crabtree -- Houston Texans
Michael Crabtree hasn't been the same receiver since rupturing his Achilles two seasons ago. But the Texas Tech product could return to the Lone Star State, especially if the Texans part ways with Andre Johnson.
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8. Frank Gore -- Indianapolis Colts
Frank Gore is at the twilight of his career and he wants to raise the Lombardi Trophy. The 49ers want him back, but the chance to play with Andrew Luck might be to much to pass up.
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9. Brian Orakpo -- Buffalo Bills
The Bills could lose Jerry Hughes this offseason and Rex Ryan loves to rush the passer in exotic ways. Brian Orakpo can play in the 4-3 or 3-4 and would give the excellent Bills defense another piece to play with.
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10. Brandon Graham -- New York Giants
Anytime you can hurt a division rival, you have to do it. The Giants placed the franchise tag on Jason Pierre-Paul, but they could always use another pass rusher. Brandon Graham never reached his potential in Philly, but maybe he will in the Big Apple.
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11. David Harris -- Green Bay Packers
The Packers moved Clay Matthews to inside linebacker in an inspired move, but on the heels of the release of A.J. Hawk, Green Bay could use another linebacker on the inside for their 3-4 defense.
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12. Nick Fairley -- Chicago Bears
The Lions are in danger of losing both of their starting defensive tackles, and the Bears need some beef on the inside to stop the run. Fairley started to turn the corner last season and could be a player on the upswing.
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13. Pernell McPhee -- Carolina Panthers
With Greg Hardy missing almost the entire season last year, the Panthers have a lot of holes to fill on both sides of the ball. Investing in the Ravens versatile pass rusher seems like the smartest move as long as they address the offensive line in the draft.
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14. C.J. Spiller -- Detroit Lions
The Lions offense wasn't as explosive as expected last year with Reggie Bush missing most of the season. Now with his release, the Lions are in the search for a playmaking running back behind Joique Bell.
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15. Derrick Morgan -- Atlanta Falcons
The athletic pass rusher went to college in Atlanta and the Falcons need to put more pressure on the quarterback, so it's a clear fit. Morgan's had at least six sacks the past three seasons with the Titans and is just 26 years old.
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16. Bryan Bulaga -- Minnesota Vikings
A top wide receiver is a big-time need for the Vikings, but protecting Teddy Bridgewater takes precedence in free agency. The Vikes stay in division and pilfer Bryan Bulaga from the Pack and plug him in at right tackle.
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17. Jerry Hughes -- Seattle Seahawks
The Seahawks' defense lost steam in the Super Bowl after Cliff Avril left the game with a concussion. The Seahawks could use help at wide receiver and on the offensive line, but the chance to add Jerry Hughes to the defensive line is a no-brainer.
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18. Kareem Jackson -- New Orleans Saints
The Saints are in salary cap hell this offseason, but a man can dream, right? The Saints could use help at cornerback, and Kareem Jackson started to shine for the Texans last season.
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19. Jason Worilds -- Tennessee Titans
Pittsburgh's long-time defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau left for the Titans and could bring the Steelers' best pass rusher with him. The Titans need help everywhere, and rushing the passer will help the defense as a whole.
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20. Rodney Hudson -- San Diego Chargers
The Chargers seemed to go through a new center every week last year. With a makeshift offensive line the past couple seasons, the Chargers should make it a priority this offseason. The Chargers could look to the division rival Chiefs to find their replacement at center in Rodney Hudson.
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21. Torrey Smith -- San Francisco 49ers
Ask around and the biggest weakness in the 49ers' bottom-ranked offense was a lack of a deep threat last year. The Niners love to dip their toe in the Ravens well, and do it again with deep threat Torrey Smith, who went to Maryland just like tight end Vernon Davis.
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22. Terrance Knighton -- Oakland Raiders
The Raiders will have a ton of money to spend this offseason, and the logical move is to sign Ndamukong Suh, right? Wrong. Jack Del Rio comes over from Denver and could bring Terrance "Pot Roast" Knighton with him to clog the middle of Oakland's defense for years to come.
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23. Brandon Flowers -- Miami Dolphins
The Dolphins have one lockdown corner in Brent Grimes, but could look to have a dynamic duo if they acquire Brandon Flowers, who excelled for the Chargers last year.
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24. Mike Iupati -- Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Bills will have interest in the top guard on the market, but Tampa Bay could back up the Brink's truck for Mike Iupati, one of the best run blockers in the NFL.
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25. Byron Maxwell -- Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles cleared a huge chunk of salary cap space for the chance to be active in free agency. They look to fill their biggest hole by signing Byron Maxwell from the cornerback factory that is the Seattle Seahawks.
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26. Jordan Cameron -- Denver Broncos
If the Broncos do in fact lose Julius Thomas, Denver will have a big hole in the middle of their offense, and we know how much Peyton Manning loves a security blanket at tight end. Jordan Cameron is young and athletic, and more important, wants out of Cleveland.
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27. Devin McCourty -- Washington Redskins
The Patriots decided to use their franchise tag on a kicker instead of the team's best safety. The chance to play with his brother in Tennessee will intrigue him, but the big bucks that Washington could offer could seal the deal.
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28. Randall Cobb -- Cleveland Browns
With Demaryius Thomas and Dez Bryant receiving the franchise tag, Randall Cobb is arguably the top receiver on the market. The quick slot receiver could try to fill the shoes of Josh Gordon in Cleveland.
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29. Jeremy Maclin -- Kansas City Chiefs
The Chiefs wide receivers didn't catch a single touchdown last season. Jeremy Maclin caught 10 TD passes. With the chance to reunite with ex-coach Andy Reid, the former local and Mizzou star could be an ideal match.
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30. Julius Thomas -- Baltimore Ravens
The Ravens lost tight end Dennis Pitta to a hip injury and had to make due with Owen Daniels last year. The Ravens could go after the top tight end on the market in Julius Thomas to give Joe Flacco a dynamic threat over the middle.
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31. DeMarco Murray -- New England Patriots
The Patriots don't value the running back position as much as other teams do in the NFL, but Bill Belichick could jump at the chance to team Murray with Brady and that offense to give New England a more balanced attack.
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32. Ndamukong Suh -- Dallas Cowboys
The top free agent and "America's Team?" This would be too good. The Cowboys need the help on the defensive line and Ndamukong Suh would give Dallas an attacking defensive tackle for their up-and-coming defense.
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