Free Agency, Day 21

Sadly the biggest news in the NFL yesterday was that Torry Holt retired as a Ram. For those not in the know, Holt hasn’t played since 2009, his retirement was merely formality. But a few moves were made, so let’s look at what they were.

Rams re-sign QB Tom Brandstater, sign LB Jo-Lonn Dunbar

The Rams re-signed third quarterback Tom Brandstater to an undisclosed deal and signed linebacker Jo-Lonn Dunbar to a two-year contract worth a maximum of $5 million dollars if he hits all of his incentives.

The Brandstater signing is sensible, though won’t make an impact. He’s just a developmental player who will likely never see the field.

I do love the Jo-Lonn Dunbar signing though. He’s a much better player than most have given him credit for. He should slide right into the starting lineup on the outside and make an impact as a run stuffer.

Titans re-sign LB Tim Shaw

The Titans re-signed linebacker Tim Shaw to a three-year deal. The financial terms were not disclosed.

Shaw has been a special teamer and will likely continue in that role. The Titans do need some help at linebacker but Shaw is not likely to help a lot in the starting lineup. I like the signing even though I don’t think he’ll be a starting linebacker.

Panthers re-sign LB Jordan Senn

The Panthers re-signed linebacker Jordan Senn to an undisclosed contract.

Senn has been a decent backup linebacker and solid special teamer. He should continue in that role and be a solid option should Thomas Davis continue to be injury prone.

Giants sign S Stevie Brown

The Giants signed safety Stevie Brown to an undisclosed contract.

Brown is a depth player and special teamer who doesn’t add a lot of value defensively, he’ll likely only be used in that capacity with the Giants.

Vikings sign WR Bryan Walters

The Vikings signed wide receiver Bryan Walters to an undisclosed contract.

Walters can barely get on the field when he’s been on a team, so I don’t think he’ll make the team through training camp. But if he can, he’ll likely be a special teams player and fifth or sixth receiver.