Top 15 NFL Free Agents...

... that will actually hit the free agent market. Guys like Fitzpatrick, Fleener, Osweiler and Lamar Miller are all impactful players who have very little chance of playing for a different team in 2016 than they did in 2015. So, they are a non-story for me.

Here are my Top 15 players who can be acquired with just a large sum of money. No draft pick needed, no trade scenario. Just write the check and you have a game changer.

1. Mario Williams: This guy will most likely sign in Philly and reunite with Jim Schwartz. He still has 3 to 4 more years of double digit sack production left. I don't buy the rumors that he doesn't love football. I think Rex Ryan just didn't know how to use him, or didn't care about putting his players in the best position to succeed. However, if he isn't especially passionate about football I'd look to a guy like Julius Peppers. He has that same label, and he is still a game changer. Physical Freak, Veteran, Savvy, Durable and a bit of a chip on his shoulder after being cut. I'll take him!
2. Alex Mack: Rarely does as guy this good at such a key position hit the market. I think of all of the young QB's around this league that could benefit from a Center like this.
3. Matt Forte: He only has two years left, but most franchises aren't looking very much farther down the road than that anyway. It's a win now league, and Matt can help any team do that. As long as the contract only guarantees money for the first two years you're golden!
4. Malik Jackson: I'm on the fence here, because obviously Elway is going to do everything possible to keep him. I just don't thin he has the cash to do it. It will come down to keeping Osweiler or Jackson, and the QB will usually win out I that scenario. If they decided to keep the D-linemen over the 6'8" QB then I would put Brock in this slot.
5. Kelechi Osemele: He's an impact run blocker, he will help any team, he's not elite enough for the Ravens to break the bank, and Baltimore is cash strapped anyway.
6. Sean Smith: He's 28 years old and could be heading to his 3rd team. Reminds me of Dominic Rodgers-Cromartie 2 years ago. I think this is the only true #1 CB on the market, so he easily makes the top 10.
7. Damon Harrison: Maybe the best 3-4 Nose tackle in the entire league. The Jets have made a huge mistake IMHO picking Wilkerson over 'Big Snacks"... considering the embarrassment of riches they already have at the DE position. Harrison is a 3 to 4 year elite starter on your teams D-line. Get ready to get paid big man.
8. Richie Incognito: He has major issues. There's no way around it. However, he paid a huge price for being a douche of epic proportions. He knows he has a few big money years left. He may be a terrible human, but I don't think he's dumb. He knows that he has to be a choir boy, because one more public relations blunder and he's done. I'd give him a 3 year deal with a 4th year club option for 7 to 8 million a year. And that contract would have lots of language regarding behavior to protect the franchise.
9. Ladarius Green: I think a team like the NY Giants or New York Jets could greatly benefit from signing this guy. He was caught in Antonio Gates shadow for too long. This is a guy who can have a massive impact on a team for a very fair price. Maybe the best value on the market right now.
10. Bruce Irvin: The Wilson, Sherman Thomas contracts are going to yield some outstanding free agents for the rest of the league. The Seahawks simply can't keep everyone. I can think of at least 16 teams that could really benefit from his services. If I was his agent I'd be holding out for a lot of guaranteed money.
11. Doug Martin: He's be top 3 on my list if it wasn't for his durability issues. I like everything about him on the field. I'd go as far as to say he may be a top 5 back in this league... talent wise. But he is fragile. He's coming off of a monster contract year. And he plays one of the most abused positions in pro football. It's hard to see how a team doesn't overspend for this guy. But with his talent I couldn't list him any lower.
12. Prince Amukamara: Not a #1 CB, but he is a playmaker, and he is savvy. If you need a book end to a big name shut down corner, he's a good Robin to your Batman.
13. Marvin Jones: He can potentially play as a #1, #2 or slot WR. He can be a game changer anywhere. He never posted a 1,000 yard season, but I think the best of Jones lies ahead. In free agency you pay for what's ahead, not what's behind. Love to see him paired up with Beckham in NY or Cooper in Oakland.
14. George Iloka: 6'4" 225lb Strong Safety?? Need someone to shut down Gronkowski in the AFC East? Or Eifert in the AFC North? This guy is a prototype safety for the next generation. With the rise of superstar TE's we need more monsters like this talented defensive back. He may resign in Cincinnati, but my guess is he hits the market, so he made the list.
15. Finally... do I go with Hardy or JPP? Both have a 50/50 chance of resigning with their 2015 team, and both have some significant baggage. JPP has a well publicized physical issue, and Hardy as some well publicized mental/ emotional issues. I'll go with Greg Hardy, because he is the definition of a game changer. He's the Charles Haley of this generation. Jerry Jones will make him an offer, but I think he hits the market and cashes an even bigger check. I just can't go all in with JPP because of that hand. It seriously limited him last season. I can't get past it.

-Jay Wagner