Falcons 2027 free agent list: 3 starting OL entering contract year

The Atlanta Falcons have multiple players slated to reach free agency in 2027, though the team secured an extension with tight end Kyle Pitts last week. Pitts is set to earn $54 million over the next three seasons, including $36 million in guaranteed money, and will average $18 million per year. The deal makes him the third-highest paid tight end in the NFL, according to the article. Despite projected cap space for the coming offseason, the 2027 free-agent list is expected to absorb a large portion of funds. Players mentioned as needing new contracts include safety Jessie Bates III, guard Matthew Bergeron, center Ryan Neuzil, and quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. On offense, the article highlights centers, tackles and guards such as Neuzil and Jawaan Taylor alongside Bergeron. Defensively, Jessie Bates, linebacker Divine Deablo, and defensive lineman Zach Harrison are noted, along with edge rushers Azeez Ojulari, Samson Ebukam and Cameron Thomas, who signed one-year deals.