I was recently talking to my friend about NFL play when he asked me what happens to cut players and if they become free agents. As a huge fan of the sport, I couldn’t help but dive into the subject.
First thing’s first, NFL players are able to become free agents as soon as they are cut or waived. Teams often make cuts based on salary cap restraints or just wanting to try a new lineup. After being cut, players no longer have to contribute to team activities, but can still become a free agent if they’d like.
Now if a cut player does decide to become a free agent, that’s something they’d have to say yes to. It’s definitely a different situation since they no longer have the same team as they were on before, though they do still get to choose who they pair up with. The great thing about free agency is that team might offer more interesting and potentially lucrative opportunities.
I feel like getting cut from a team can be a tough break, but it can also be a blessing in disguise. With free agency, players can showcase their skills and net a different opportunity they wouldn’t have gotten before. I like to think of it like a fresh start for a player, which could potentially be much better for them than their former team.
There’s surely pros and cons to being a cut NFL player as well as being a free agent, but at the end of the day, that’s all up to the individual. They get to decide for themselves it they wish to purse free agency after being cut. It really is in their hands and they’re the only ones who can decide.
I know some folks are hesitant to leave their team after years with them, but that can’t stop them from becoming a free agent if they’d like. Everyone is free to explore their options and changing teams is something that can benefit a player, or hurt them – it’s really a tossup.
That said, when a player is cut, they have to weigh the risks and benefits of pursuing free agency. There’s no definitive answer here, but free agency can be a great chance for a new start.
Every person has different circumstances, so the next step could vary from player to player. Some of them might still have contracts that allow them to be picked up, while others might just need to look for a new team. It’s all about making sure the player feels comfortable with their new team.
Once they do that, they’ll be on the road to success. All the best to NFL players out there, regardless if they stay or go!