2020 NFL free agents: Quarterback

With the NFL's franchise tag deadline in the past, attention moves to the opening of the league's free-agent negotiating window on March 16.

These are the best quarterbacks slated to hit the market.

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Quarterback

1. Tom Brady

The GOAT is ready to learn his worth. For the first time in his legendary career, Brady will test free agency. The quarterback's stats in 2019 paled in comparison to his production in recent seasons, but the Patriots' lack of offensive talent is mostly to blame for that. A return to New England is possible, but Brady won't be short on options either way. The Raiders, Chargers, Titans, and Buccaneers are reportedly among the teams set to chase Brady's signature.

2. Drew Brees

Brees is yet to re-sign with the Saints, but it's only a matter of time. The quarterback already announced he intends to return for a 20th NFL season and is only interested in playing in New Orleans. The 41-year-old's arm isn't what it once was, but Brees can still play at an elite level. He finished second in passer rating last season while throwing 27 touchdowns against just four interceptions.

3. Jameis Winston

Five years into Winston's career, we're no closer to knowing who he is. The enigmatic quarterback can play at an elite level one minute then look like a high school player the next. The former No. 1 pick founded the 30-touchdown, 30-interception club in 2019 while also throwing for over 5,100 yards.

4. Philip Rivers

Rivers' play took a significant nosedive in 2019 after back-to-back years of elite performance. The 38-year-old's arm looked weak at times, and there will be teams that believe he has little left in the tank. But if Rivers can recapture his 2018 form, he'll be a great stopgap option. The Colts' coaching connections have made them the team most heavily linked to the quarterback.

5. Teddy Bridgewater

Bridgewater is all but certain to leave New Orleans with Drew Brees returning for Year 20, and a strong market reportedly awaits the 27-year-old after he impressed in five starts - all wins - in 2019. Last season marked his first significant action since a career-threatening knee injury in 2016.

6. Marcus Mariota

Mariota is likely heading for a backup role after losing his starting job to comeback star Ryan Tannehill. Constant coaching changes and injuries have mired the 2015 No. 2 overall pick's career, so teams could think he's worth a shot as a reclamation project.