I didn't say that people were only wanting the washed up players. I just pointed out that a lot of people were wanting to go after washed-up players, and that I think that is a bad idea when we have so many needs to fill.
Most of the good talent (the players I mentioned) won't hit FA. Which means you have to fill holes with older players because the draft can't do it all. The veterans also bring leadership and guidance to a team.