NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 13, 2026, 7:36 PM ET
NFL Free Agency Moves
The Buffalo Bills bolstered their secondary by agreeing to terms with free agent safety Geno Stone on a one-year deal, while also adding veteran C.J. Gardner-Johnson on a contract worth up to $6 million. Gardner-Johnson, who addressed perceptions about his locker room reputation, emphasized he's "not worried" about negative chatter as he joins the Bills. Meanwhile, the Carolina Panthers secured left tackle Rasheed Walker on a free agent deal, adding depth to their offensive line after releasing veteran L'Jarius Sneed, a move that will save $11.4 million against the Titans' salary cap.
Defensive Additions Across the League
The Detroit Lions added cornerback Roger McCreary on a one-year contract to strengthen their secondary, while the Philadelphia Eagles signed linebacker Arnold Ebiketie to a one-year, $7.3 million max deal to enhance their pass rush. The Dallas Cowboys reached agreement with cornerback Cobie Durant on a one-year, $5.5 million contract, and the New York Giants signed wide receiver Calvin Austin III to a one-year deal worth up to $4.5 million. The New York Jets finalized a $5.25 million contract with safety Andre Cisco, while quarterback Geno Smith expressed confidence about returning to the team, vowing to be "better than ever" in his second stint.
Running Back Carousel
The New Orleans Saints signed Travis Etienne Jr., who spoke about the "full circle" nature of joining his hometown team and even corrected fans on the proper pronunciation of his name. The Seattle Seahawks agreed to a deal with former Packers running back Emanuel Wilson worth up to $2.1 million as they prepare for life without Kenneth Walker III. These moves come as Seattle GM John Schneider expressed concern about Washington state's new income tax on high earners potentially hampering the team's free agency efforts.
Contract Extensions and Team Decisions
The Indianapolis Colts re-signed quarterback Daniel Jones while missing out on defensive end Trey Hendrickson, leaving questions about whether their free agency period was ultimately successful. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Vikings' decision to sign Kyler Murray could have significant implications for quarterback J.J. McCarthy's development and the team's offensive trajectory, while also potentially boosting Justin Jefferson's fantasy football value. As the market continues to develop, analysts are speculating about landing spots for remaining top free agents like Jauan Jennings, Joey Bosa, and Kirk Cousins.