Trash into treasure: Fits for five released players

If it’s true that one man’s trash is another man’s treasure, then there are plenty of gems suddenly available on the free-agent market.

Teams have started shedding veterans due to the salary cap considerations and declining performance, but that doesn’t mean those graybeards can’t provide a new team with a surprising boost.

Let’s take a look at a handful of discarded veterans with the ability to make an impact in new locations:

Marion Barber, RB

Why didn’t it work out in Dallas? Barber’s significant drop in production last season led the Cowboys to look elsewhere for a No. 1 runner. He finished 2010 with only 374 rushing yards and averaged a paltry 3.3 yards per carry. He only scored four touchdowns after averaging eight scores a year for the first five seasons of his career.

Where will he land next? Reuniting with ex-Cowboys assistant Tony Sparano in Miami would be an ideal fit for the seventh-year pro. He is a versatile player capable of grinding between the tackles, while also serving as a viable option in the passing game. He also excels in pass protection, which would allow rookie Daniel Thomas to focus on early-down responsibilities. This would be an invaluable asset for an offense looking to bounce back from a dismal performance a year ago.

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