The 2009 NFL Free Agency began today, Friday, February 27, 2009 at 12:01 AM EST and the Denver Broncos have wasted no time getting busy. The San Francisco Chronicle reports that Brian Dawkins, the free agent safety of the Philadelphia Eagles, has agreed to a deal with the Broncos and will hold a press conference on Saturday. However, ESPN.com refutes the report and says the deal is not yet completed.

Brian Dawkins is no spring chicken and at 35 years old there are questions about his ability to have a positive impact the Broncos defense.  In addition, the Broncos already have two starting safeties in Marlon McCree and Vernon Fox.

According to scouting reports, Dawkins is not the player he was a few years ago but still has the leadership qualities that could benefit the Broncos.

Dawkins, a seven-time Pro Bowl selection, is a member of the Philadelphia Eagles 75th Anniversary Team and 20/20 Club. He was selected by Philadelphia in the second round (61st pick) of the 1996 NFL Draft out of Clemson.

This deal is definitely not done and some football analysts are questioning whether the deal will be consummated.  We will know the outcome in less than 24 hours.