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Patriots, Giants, Chiefs, Browns Rumored in Bidding War for $81M Tackle
Several NFL teams reportedly willing to spend big on pending free agent Rasheed Walker.
Published on Mar. 5, 2026
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According to reports, the New England Patriots, Kansas City Chiefs, New York Giants, and Cleveland Browns are all interested in signing pending free agent offensive tackle Rasheed Walker, who is projected to land a 4-year, $81 million contract. Walker is considered an above-average starting left tackle, and a bidding war could ensue for his services.
Why it matters
Offensive line play is critical in the NFL, and a top-tier left tackle can make a significant impact on a team's success. The fact that multiple playoff-caliber teams are reportedly willing to spend big on Walker highlights his value on the open market and the importance of securing quality offensive linemen.
The details
Walker, who played for the Green Bay Packers in 2025, had a 70 PFF grade in pass protection but a lower 55.4 grade in run-blocking. The Patriots, Chiefs, Giants, and Browns are all rumored to be interested, with the Browns potentially the most likely landing spot given their need at left tackle. The Giants could also be a logical suitor, though they may prefer to re-sign their own pending free agent Jermaine Eluemunor rather than pursue Walker.
- In 2025, Walker had a 70 Pro Football Focus grade in pass protection while giving up five sacks and 34 pressures.
The players
Rasheed Walker
A pending free agent offensive tackle who is projected to land a 4-year, $81 million contract.
Will Campbell
The New England Patriots' starting left tackle.
Morgan Moses
The New England Patriots' starting right tackle.
Jaylon Moore
A starting tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Josh Simmons
A starting tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Jermaine Eluemunor
A pending free agent offensive tackle for the New York Giants.
Tytus Howard
The right tackle acquired by the Cleveland Browns in a trade with the Houston Texans.
Jack Conklin
A pending free agent offensive tackle for the Cleveland Browns.
Cam Robinson
A pending free agent offensive tackle for the Cleveland Browns.
Cornelius Lucas
A pending free agent offensive tackle for the Cleveland Browns.
What they’re saying
“There are 4 teams willing to break the bank for pending FA OT Rasheed Walker, per source: The Patriots, Chiefs, Giants and Browns.”
— Easton Butler, Reporter (Packers Report)
What’s next
The Browns are considered the most likely landing spot for Rasheed Walker, as they have the greatest need at left tackle with both of their 2025 starters set to hit free agency.
The takeaway
The intense interest in Rasheed Walker highlights the premium placed on quality offensive linemen in the NFL, as multiple playoff-caliber teams are reportedly willing to spend top dollar to secure his services. This bidding war could drive up the price for Walker and set the market for other high-profile free agent tackles.
