The NFL's 2025 free agency is shaping up to be unprecedented with the salary cap soaring to $279.2 million, fueled by lucrative media rights deals. Already, big trades have occurred: the Washington Commanders acquired Deebo Samuel, and the Las Vegas Raiders made Maxx Crosby the highest-paid non-quarterback. The Chicago Bears secured Joe Thuney, and the Philadelphia Eagles extended Saquon Barkley and Zack Baun. With numerous teams boasting over $45 million in cap space and stars like DK Metcalf and Myles Garrett seeking trades, the market will be feverish.

Among the bold predictions, Sam Darnold's potential return to the New York Jets stands out, as new management and an improved offense could entice him back to where he faced challenges. Additionally, a trade for DK Metcalf to the Green Bay Packers could bolster their playoff chances. Meanwhile, the Cowboys are set to lock up Micah Parsons and pursue external talent, while Aaron Rodgers is likely to sign with the Raiders. The Cleveland Browns may opt to keep Myles Garrett in hopes of a bright future with a new quarterback.