The CBA negotiations have a lot to do with what can and can't happen in next year's free agency, but assuming the status quo, here is a breakdown of who will be available and a write-up on the top guys: LINK
A sample:
Jahri Evans, New Orleans Saints (26)
Jahri Evans is continuing to grade out as the team’s best run-blocking linemen week after week. The Saints have done a nice job of efficiently running the ball through the middle and on the right side of the line. His continual high level of play and positive, team-first attitude should translate to a high-end offensive guard contract at year’s end. Expect the Saints, who have nothing but positive things to say towards Evans, to richly reward him for his hard work and production.
The top guys won't really be available; they'll get franchised or will sign with their current teams. But of the 2nd-tier guys, is there anyone who knows anything about them? Who can the Bears' get? Who should they target?
Our Offensive Line:
NAME............ base salary.........Signing bonus( unamortized)....Other bonus ...TOTAL.. Contract. year
5. Beekman J $460,000 $97,500 -0- $557,500 2010
16 Garza,R $745,000 $583,000 -0- $1,328,000 2011
30. Kruetz O $2,333,000 $3,000,000 -0- $5,333,000 2010
33. Loius Lance $310.000 $10,0000 -0- $420,000 2012
38 Omiyale,F $620,000 $450,000 $3,880,00 $4,950,000 2012
40. Pace. O $1,350,000 $333,333 $3,650,000 $5,333,333 2011
45. Shaffer,K $183,000 750,000 $1.,450,00 $2,383,000 2011
51. Williams C $385,000 $100,000 $1,391,250 $1,876,200 2011