The deadline for NFL teams to place the franchise tag on players passed Monday.
That means that we pretty much know who will be on the market when free agency opens next week.
The deepest position is wide receiver, where Wes Welker leads the way. The thinnest is quarterback, where there isn't a single quality free agent.
20. Jared Cook (tight end, Tennessee Titans)
Age: 25
2012 performance: 44 catches for 523 yards, 4 TDs
Expected to re-sign? 50-50.
19. Dwight Freeney (defensive end, Indianapolis Colts)
Age: 33
2012 performance: He was hurt all year
Expected to re-sign? Definitely not.
18. Shane Lechler (punter, Oakland Raiders)
Age: 36
2012 performance: 10th in the NFL in yards per punt, seven-time Pro Bowler
Expected to re-sign?Probably.
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