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5 Most Likely Landing Spots For Julius Thomas In 2015 NFL Free Agency

5 Most Likely Landing Spots For Julius Thomas In 2015 NFL Free Agency

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Julius Thomas is by far the best tight end heading into free agency. He also has an argument for best overall receiver about to hit the market. Here are the five most likely destinations for one of the most sought after free agents of 2015.

5. Oakland Raiders

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5. Oakland Raiders

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The Raiders are linked to almost every high-profile free agent this offseason. The team has a ton of money and several holes to fill.

4. Cleveland Browns

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4. Cleveland Browns

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Jordan Cameron is heading into free agency, and the Browns can afford the only upgrade on the market. Thomas has caught 12 TD passes in each of the last two seasons. The entire Browns' offense had the same amount combined in 2014.

3. Atlanta Falcons

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3. Atlanta Falcons

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The Falcons have reportedly shown interest in signing Thomas. Spending on the defense that ranked dead last in yards allowed last year would make a lot more sense, but getting a Tony Gonzalez-like presence back in the red zone isn't a terrible idea.

2. Denver Broncos

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2. Denver Broncos

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Peyton Manning has reportedly taken a $ 4 million pay cut for the Denver Broncos. Some believe this was a move to clear up space for Thomas, but can the team really afford to give the tight end what he wants? The Broncos already have a ton of money tied up in pass-catchers. Thomas' potential salary will hurt other areas of need, but both sides clearly want a return to Denver.

1. Jacksonville Jaguars

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1. Jacksonville Jaguars

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The Jaguars are another team linked to most of the high-profile free agents due to huge salary cap space. Blake Bortles could definitely use some help. Thomas could be the top-notch red zone target and security blanket the young QB desperately needs.

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