The first week of NFL free agency is in the books, with a lot of action going on in what was considered to be one of the weaker classes in recent years. That didn't stop teams from trying to improve their rosters over the last week,

NFL offseason had a fast start, beginning with the big trades that saw DK Metcalf go to the Steelers and Geno Smith head to Las Vegas. We also saw Dava

The length of free-agent contract offers again burns Seattle, this time with guard Will Fries the team wanted. Plus, a fullback?

With the second wave of free agency set to pick up steam, we're looking at an early depth chart prediction for the Philadelphia Eagles

The Lions, who had the best record in the NFL at 15-2 before losing in the divisional round, added cornerback D.J. Reed, and re-signed two of their top defensive free agents in linebacker Derrick Barnes and edge rusher Marcus Davenport. Plus, they have star edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson back from a broken leg.

Philadelphia did most of its heavy-lifting last week, signing Saquon Barkley to a historic contract extension and re-signing All-Pro linebacker Zack Baun. While Baun is back, the Birds are expected to lose some of their free agents.

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NFL free agency can provide a quick fix for teams facing a pressing need, and the Bears and Cardinals were among those who paid up to solve a problem.