The most puzzling move each NFL team made this offseason.
After a wild NFL offseason, there are some moves that remain head-scratchers. These are the most puzzling moves made by each team during the 2024 offseason.
1 of 32Arizona Cardinals: Signing Justin Jones
Arizona’s defense was among the worst in the league for the second straight season in 2023, but it remains to be seen if Jones is the answer. The former Bear signed a three-year, $30 million contract with nearly $20 million guaranteed, but it remains to be seen if his impact is worth the cost.
2 of 32Atlanta Falcons: Drafting Michael Penix Jr.
Atlanta committed one of the biggest head-scratchers in NFL Draft history, selecting Penix with the eighth overall pick after signing Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180 million contract with $100 million guaranteed. Penix was one of the oldest quarterback prospects available with a checkered injury history and is now set to sit on the bench for at least the next two years.
3 of 32Baltimore Ravens: Extending Rashod Bateman
Bateman has struggled to stay on the field since Baltimore drafted him 27th overall in 2021, and the franchise has compensated for his struggles by drafting Zay Flowers and signing Odell Beckham Jr. to a one-year deal last season. The team gave Bateman a two-year extension, betting he will have better luck going forward, but it’s a big bet for the team through 2026.
