NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 12, 2026, 10:46 AM ET
OFFENSIVE LINE SHUFFLE
The Cleveland Browns released veteran tackle Jack Conklin after six injury-plagued seasons, a move that comes despite the team having successfully attacked its offensive line issues early in free agency. Meanwhile, the New York Jets added guard Dylan Parham on a two-year deal worth up to $20 million, continuing their offensive line rebuild. The Los Angeles Chargers kept versatile lineman Trey Pipkins III on a two-year, $10 million contract, providing continuity up front.
QUARTERBACK MOVEMENT AND RECEIVER IMPACT
The Indianapolis Colts signed quarterback Daniel Jones to a two-year, $88 million contract that can reach $100 million, finalizing his departure from the New York Giants. In a related Giants move, the team re-signed first-round pick Evan Neal despite four disappointing seasons, including being a healthy scratch for most of 2024. On the West Coast, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost franchise icon Mike Evans, who exits as the team's all-time leader in most statistical categories, in a pivotal free agency departure. The Baltimore Ravens restructured Lamar Jackson's contract to create nearly $40 million in salary cap space, a key move following their loss of tight end Isaiah Likely, whose signing is said to be transforming the Baltimore Giants' offense.
DEFENSIVE PIECES AND PASS RUSH
The Buffalo Bills bolstered their pass rush by adding Bradley Chubb on a three-year, $43.5 million deal worth up to $52.5 million with $29 million guaranteed. The Green Bay Packers signed defensive tackle Javon Hargrave to a two-year, $23 million contract, keeping him in the NFC North. The Dallas Cowboys traded defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa to the San Francisco 49ers for a 2026 third-round pick and dealt Solomon Thomas to the Titans in a separate seventh-round swap. The Patriots are set to release linebacker Anfernee Jennings, saving approximately $3.8 million against the cap, while safety Kevin Byard III, the NFL's interceptions leader in 2025, agreed to a one-year, $9 million deal with New England.
RUNNING BACKS, TIGHT ENDS, AND SPECIAL TEAMS
Veteran running back Aaron Jones Sr. avoided release by restructuring his deal with the Minnesota Vikings, remaining on a restructured $5.6 million contract. The Houston Texans agreed to terms with ex-Saints tight end Foster Moreau. The Washington Commanders signed tight end Chig Okonkwo to a three-year contract and also added a safety, continuing their roster construction.
LEAGUE ADMINISTRATION AND SCHEDULE NEWS
The NFL is reinstating its front office and coaching accelerator program, which will now include nonminority participants after a pause in 2025. Separately, the league is considering adding a Thanksgiving Eve game to its schedule as it seeks additional broadcast windows. In ownership news, the New York Giants' co-owners—the Tisch family—requested to transfer their stakes to their children's trusts via an NFL memo.
TOP FREE AGENTS REMAINING
With the initial wave of signings complete, the market for top remaining players like quarterback Aaron Rodgers and wide receiver Deebo Samuel remains a focal point for teams seeking late-value additions.