If you don't think this class of free agent quarterbacks is weak, look no further than ESPN's rankings of the best free agent options at each position. That's where you'll find exactly zero quarterbacks who made the cut for their first three tiers: no franchise players,

Russell Wilson, the veteran quarterback who is set to become a free agent this offseason, has been advised to consider retirement from the NFL. The 36-year-old is celebrated as one of the greatest quarterbacks of his generation, having won Super Bowl XLVIII with the Seattle Seahawks and earning 10 Pro Bowl invites.

Last season was a roller coaster ride for the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterbacks. Russell Wilson suffers an injury very early in the offseason, opening the door for Justin Fields to start the season. He did just that and went 4-2 in his first six games.