NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Free Agency Frenzy
The Texans secured tight end Foster Moreau with a free-agent contract, while the Packers landed defensive tackle Javon Hargrave on a two-year, $23 million deal. The Jets bolstered their offensive line by signing guard Dylan Parham to a two-year, $20 million contract, and the Bills added edge rusher Bradley Chubb on a three-year deal worth up to $52.5 million with $29 million guaranteed. The Vikings restructured running back Aaron Jones Sr.'s contract to avoid release, keeping the veteran on a $5.6 million deal.
Defensive Reinforcements
The Commanders strengthened their defense with tight end Chig Okonkwo on a three-year contract and linebacker Leo Chenal on a three-year, $24.75 million deal. They also added edge rusher K'Lavon Chaisson on a one-year contract. The Patriots signed safety Kevin Byard III, the NFL's 2025 interceptions leader, to a one-year, $9 million deal, while the Ravens reworked Lamar Jackson's contract to create nearly $40 million in salary cap space. The Steelers brought back defensive captain Cameron Heyward on a one-year extension.
Offensive Additions
The Colts signed quarterback Daniel Jones to a two-year, $88 million contract that can reach $100 million, while the Chargers re-signed versatile offensive lineman Trey Pipkins III on a two-year, $10 million deal. The Browns added offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins on a two-year contract one day after his release from Green Bay, and the Packers brought back wide receiver/kick returner Skyy Moore on a one-year deal.
League Developments
The NFL announced the return of its front office and coaching accelerator program, which will now include non-minority participants after being paused in 2025. The league is also considering adding a Thanksgiving Eve game to this season's schedule to expand broadcast windows. Meanwhile, the Giants received approval to transfer ownership stakes to the children's trusts of co-owners Steve, Laurie, and Jonathan Tisch.
Roster Moves
The Patriots planned to release linebacker Anfernee Jennings to save $3.8 million against the salary cap. The Saints reunited with linebacker Kaden Elliss on a three-year, $33 million deal, bringing back a player originally drafted by New Orleans. The Giants added fullback Patrick Ricard, reuniting him with former Ravens coach Brian Daboll.
Player Returns and Reflections
The Jets traded for quarterback Geno Smith, bringing back their 2013 second-round pick before he could hit free agency. The NFL community also mourned the loss of Matt Snell, the three-time Pro Bowl fullback who scored the only touchdown in the Jets' Super Bowl III victory, passing away at age.