CB Eli Apple and the Las Vegas Raiders had a preliminary deal in place at the start of free agency, however, both sides have been unable to reach an agreement on terms, and Apple will become a free agent. (Adam Schefter on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact
Apple, a 2016 first-round pick out of Ohio State, was set to become a member of the Las Vegas Raiders, but contract terms couldn’t be agreed upon by Apple's representation and the organization. He should be a hot commodity on the open market given his label as a former top-10 selection, but he’s generally failed to live up to the hype that surrounded him just a few years ago at the draft. Nonetheless, he’ll be a key piece to a team in need of secondary help and shouldn’t be on the market too long.