Last updated: March 24, 2026, 10:30 AM ET
NFL Contract News & Roster Moves
The Seahawks secured top receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba with a four-year, $168.6 million extension, instantly making him the NFL's highest-paid wide receiver through the 2025 season, a deal that has immediate ripple effects for competitors like the Rams' Puka Nacua. Simultaneously, Seattle chose to match an offer sheet tendered by the Jaguars, retaining wide receiver Jake Bobo via a multiyear agreement reported by Field Yates. Elsewhere in quarterback movement, the Patriots released Dobbs on Monday, effectively installing Sam Howell's backup, Bailey DeVito, as the new QB2 in New England.
Coaching Chatter & Roster Gaps
While several teams finalize their depth charts, the Broncos maintain low activity following their initial free agency moves, leaving the Denver roster with several significant holes to address ahead of the draft. In coaching recognition, the Pro Football Hall of Fame will honor three assistants, including influential special teams coordinator Mike Westhoff and former 49ers O-line coach Bobb McKittrick. Meanwhile, former Cowboys coach McCarthy suggested a reunion with Aaron Rodgers in Pittsburgh would constitute a "great story" should the future Hall of Famer consider a late-career switch.
Free Agency & Olympic Interest
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers added depth at linebacker by signing free agent Christian Rozeboom, according to agents confirming the deal Monday. Beyond the traditional gridiron, the rise of international competition has captured the attention of top signal-callers, as both Joe Burrow and Robert Griffin III recently voiced their enthusiastic desire to represent Team USA in the upcoming Olympic flag football tournament, signaling a bid for Olympic gold from established NFL stars.