NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Big Money Moves
The Raiders broke the center market with Tyler Linderbaum's record-setting deal, while the Saints splurged $113 million on Travis Etienne Jr. and David Edwards in a spending spree. The Commanders locked up Laremy Tunsil with a two-year extension featuring $60.2 million guaranteed and a $32.5 million signing bonus. Meanwhile, the Steelers invested heavily in their secondary with Jamel Dean's three-year, $36.75 million contract, and the Chiefs secured their defensive backfield with Alohi Gilman's three-year, $24.75 million deal.
Quarterback Carousel
The Falcons parted ways with Darnell Mooney while bringing in Austin Hooper for a one-year, $3.25 million deal. The Cardinals signed Gardner Minshew to a one-year, $8.25 million contract, and the Commanders re-signed Marcus Mariota for $7 million. The Bills added Kyle Allen as Josh Allen's backup on a two-year, $4.1 million deal. The Dolphins' decision to release Tua Tagovailoa opened the door for Malik Willis to step into the starting role, while Kenny Pickett joined the Panthers on a one-year, $7.5 million deal.
Defensive Reinforcements
The Jets completely overhauled their defense with Demario Davis, Joseph Ossai, and Kingsley Enagbare. The Broncos brought back Alex Singleton on a two-year deal while cutting Dre Greenlaw after just one season. The Ravens added Bryan Cook from the Chiefs, while the Bengals bolstered their pass rush with Boye Mafe. The Rams added Jaylen Watson from Kansas City, and the Titans brought in Wan'Dale Robinson to reunite with Brian Daboll.
Offensive Line Investments
The Browns landed Zion Johnson on a three-year, $49.5 million deal with $32.4 million guaranteed. The Giants re-signed Jermaine Eluemunor to a three-year, $39 million contract, while the Patriots added Alijah Vera-Tucker on a three-year deal despite his injury history. The Bears brought back Teven Jenkins on a one-year, $10 million contract, and the Lions signed Cade Mays away from Carolina.
Running Back Shuffle
The Steelers signed Rico Dowdle to a two-year, $12.25 million deal, while the Panthers landed Devin Lloyd on a three-year, $45 million contract. The Broncos re-signed J.K. Dobbins for two years and $20 million, and the Cardinals added Tyler Allgeier on a two-year, $12.5 million deal. The Chiefs made a splash by signing Kenneth Walker III as their new lead back, while the Buccaneers brought back Kenneth Gainwell.
Wide Receiver Market
The Seahawks re-signed Rashid Shaheed to a massive three-year, $51 million deal with $34.7 million guaranteed. The Chiefs added Tyquan Thornton on a two-year, $11 million contract, and the 49ers landed Mike Evans on a three-year deal. The Colts traded Michael Pittman Jr. to Pittsburgh while re-signing Alec Pierce, and the Titans brought in Wan'Dale Robinson.
Tight End Moves
The Giants reunited with Isaiah Likely on a three-year deal, while the Buccaneers brought back Cade Otton for three years. The Falcons added Austin Hooper, and the Bears signed Coby Bryant to a three-year, $40 million contract.
Cornerback Market
The Packers added Benjamin St-Juste on a two-year, $10 million deal, while the Giants signed Greg Newsome II to a one-year, $10 million contract. The Bills added Dee Alford on a three-year, $21 million deal, and the Seahawks re-signed Josh Jobe for three years and $24 million. The Commanders landed Amik Robertson on a two-year, $16 million deal.
Contract Extensions and Releases
The Commanders avoided a contract standoff by extending Tunsil, while the Packers released Elgton Jenkins to free up $19.5 million in cap space. The Falcons cut Darnell Mooney to save $7.4 million, and the Broncos released Dre Greenlaw after one season of his three-year, $31.5 million contract.
Legal and Off-Field Developments
Prosecutors dropped the domestic battery charge against Christian Barmore due to insufficient evidence. The Falcons faced scrutiny after reports that seven 911 calls were made regarding James Pearce Jr. in the weeks before his alleged incident with WNBA player Rickea Jackson.
Draft Compensations
The Ravens, Eagles, and Steelers each received four compensatory picks in next month's draft, the league maximum, based on their free agency activity from the previous year.
Coaching Connections
The Titans brought in Wan'Dale Robinson to reunite with Brian Daboll, while the Giants signed Isaiah Likely to work with John Harbaugh. The Bills added Kyle Allen to reunite with Josh Allen, and the Bengals brought in Boye Mafe and Bryan Cook to strengthen their defense.