A free agent in football is an athlete who is not tied to any team and is free to sign with any team. Free agents can be signed by any team at any time and are not limited by a draft. Free agents are usually experienced veterans or players who have been cut from their teams. Teams often target free agents to fill in gaps in their rosters or to replace players who have left the team. Free agents can also be used to upgrade the team's overall talent and to make a competitive push for the playoffs.
