NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Major Free Agency Moves
The Arizona Cardinals are signing RB Tyler Allgeier to a two-year, $12.5 million deal. The Steelers have agreed to a three-year, $36.75 million contract with former Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean. Free agent center Tyler Linderbaum reached agreement on a record deal with the Raiders. The Saints have reached a four-year, $52 million deal with ex-Jaguars RB Travis Etienne Jr. and a four-year, $61 million deal with guard David Edwards.
Star wide receiver Mike Evans is leaving the Buccaneers to sign a three-year deal with the 49ers. Wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson reached agreement with the Tennessee Titans, reuniting him with offensive coordinator Brian Daboll. The Giants have reached an agreement on a three-year deal with former Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely. Free agent center Cade Mays, who started 12 games for the Panthers in 2025, has reached an agreement with the Lions.
Quarterback Moves
The Dolphins are signing former Packers quarterback Malik Willis, addressing their backup situation. The Cincinnati Bengals are not tendering restricted free agent quarterback Jake Browning, who started 10 games over three seasons. The Packers are finalizing a deal that would send defensive lineman Rashan Gary to the Cowboys in exchange for a 2027 draft pick.
Defensive Additions
The Bears have agreed to sign former Seahawks defensive back Coby Bryant to a three-year, $40 million deal. The Ravens and guard John Simpson have agreed to a three-year, $30 million contract. The New York Jets struck early in free agency, reaching agreements with linebacker Demario Davis and edge players Joseph Ossai and Kingsley Enagbare. The Buccaneers have reached two-year deals with ex-Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell and former Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone.
The Los Angeles Rams have added another former Kansas City Chiefs cornerback, reaching agreement on a three-year deal with Jaylen Watson. Linebacker Jaelan Phillips is signing with the Panthers. The Patriots have agreed to a three-year, $39.5 million contract with free agent pass rusher Dre'Mont Jones. The Rams and All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie reached agreement on a record four-year, $124 million extension.
Contract Extensions and Returns
The Washington Commanders and LT Laremy Tunsil have agreed on a new two-year contract extension with $60.2 million guaranteed. The Atlanta Falcons and tight end Austin Hooper have agreed to a one-year, $3.25 million contract. The Steelers are re-signing corner Asante Samuel Jr. to a one-year, $4 million deal. Tight end Cade Otton is returning to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on a three-year deal.
Cornerback Eric Stokes is returning to the Las Vegas Raiders on a three-year deal worth $30 million. Guard Ed Ingram and defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins will not hit free agency after agreeing to multiyear deals with the Texans. Linebacker Eric Wilson is staying with the Minnesota Vikings on a three-year, $22.5 million contract.
Super Bowl MVP Move
Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III has agreed to sign with the Kansas City Chiefs. Walker's new workload in Kansas City could have a big impact on his fantasy value. Tight end Travis Kelce has informed the Chiefs he's returning for a 14th season with Kansas City.
Trades and Transactions
The Dolphins are sending Minkah Fitzpatrick to the Jets in exchange for the 2026 seventh-round pick from the Chargers. The Raiders are sending a sixth-round pick to the Bills in exchange for veteran cornerback Taron Johnson and a seventh-round selection. The Indianapolis Colts are re-signing wide receiver Alec Pierce but are trading his running mate Michael Pittman Jr. to the Steelers.
Off-Field Developments
In the weeks before Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. allegedly rammed his vehicle into WNBA player Rickea Jackson's car, at least seven 911 calls indicate heightened fears from his unidentified girlfriend. The NFL's negotiations with the NFL Referees Association on a new collective bargaining agreement are not in a good place, sources say. CB Montaric "Buster" Brown will remain with the Jacksonville Jaguars on a three-year, $33 million deal. The Chargers agreed to terms with fullback Alec Ingold, reuniting him with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel.