NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Trades & Moves
The Ravens acquired Maxx Crosby from the Steelers, creating new dynamics in the AFC North. The Steelers also traded center Garrett Bradbury to the Bears for a 2027 fifth-round pick, reshaping their offensive line. Meanwhile, the Chargers signed free agent center Tyler Biadasz to replace Bradley Bozeman, who retired last week.
Retirements & Releases
Vikings center Ryan Kelly announced his retirement after 10 seasons, ending a career marked by injuries. The Texans released veteran running back Joe Mixon after he missed the 2025 season with a foot injury. The Bills released four players, including cornerback Taron Johnson and wide receiver Curtis Samuel, as they work to get cap compliant.
Contract Updates
The Browns restructured Deshaun Watson's contract, freeing close to $36 million in cap space. The Patriots agreed to a two-year deal with quarterback Tommy DeVito, worth a maximum of $7.4 million. The Rams re-signed safety Kam Curl to a three-year, $36 million contract.
Other Developments
Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson requested his release, though his situation remains unresolved. The Bengals face significant pressure from Joe Burrow to make meaningful offseason changes, as detailed in this analysis.