The Philadelphia Eagles secured one of their defensive stars when they signed All-Pro linebacker Zach Baun to a three-year, $51 million deal, but the Super Bowl champions might not be able to bring back two other star free agents.

A look at how Cardinals DL Dante Stills compares to soon-to-be free agent DL Milton Williams, a guy many want the Cardinals to sign this offseason.

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Milton Williams linked to New England as Patriots are prepared to shell out millions for Eagles free agent defensive tackle

Mike Florio and Chris Simms note that there’s no guarantee the Eagles move on from these players and question who Philly could give the best offer.

Free agency coincides with the start of the new league year and lots of players are hitting the open market. Here are the top 15 names on defense.

The New England Patriots are set to be active in NFL free agency and reportedly plan to focus on fortifying the trenches. Karen Guregian, Mark Daniels and Chris Mason of MassLive reported that the Patriots plan to "overhaul the roster" to fit the image of new head coach Mike Vrabel.

For a complete look at the Patriots’ offseason plans from the NFL Scouting Combine, click here. Below is the team’s complete plans for free agency: Ravens left, Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams,

With free agency rapidly approaching, Milton Williams has been urged to leave the Eagles to play for his former defensive coordinator.

The Dallas Cowboys signed Osa Odghizuwa to an extension, setting the market for other defensive linemen including Milton Williams.

Even if the Patriots land their top targets, they still need to fill out their roster in a big way after finishing 4-13 for a second straight season.