NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Contract Extensions and Restructures
Nine-time Pro Bowler Khalil Mack espn.com agreed to a one-year, $18 million deal to remain with the Chargers. The Vikings and tight end T.J. Hockenson espn.com restructured their contract, saving Minnesota more than $5 million in cap space. Backup quarterback Tyler Huntley espn.com will stay with the Ravens after agreeing to a two-year, $11 million deal. The 49ers and kicker Eddy Piñeiro espn.com reached a four-year, $17 million extension with $10 million guaranteed.
Trades and Roster Moves
The Ravens acquired Maxx Crosby espn.com from the Raiders in a blockbuster Friday trade, sending two first-round picks to Las Vegas. The Packers sent DT Colby Wooden espn.com to the Colts for linebacker Zaire Franklin as they face potential free agency losses. The Bears acquired center Garrett Bradbury espn.com from the Patriots for a 2027 fifth-round pick. The Texans released veteran running back Joe Mixon espn.com after he missed the 2025 season with a foot injury.
Free Agency Preparations
The Eagles and defensive tackle Jordan Davis espn.com agreed to a three-year, $78 million extension with $65 million guaranteed. The Cowboys placed a $5.7 million second-round tender espn.com on Pro Bowl kicker Brandon Aubrey. The Texans agreed to a one-year, $40 million extension espn.com with defensive end Danielle Hunter. The Bears are releasing linebacker Tremaine Edmunds espn.com, creating $15 million in cap space.
Retirements and Departures
Rams cornerback Darious Williams espn.com announced his retirement after 100 regular-season NFL games. Vikings center Ryan Kelly espn.com retired after 10 seasons following an injury-plagued 2025 campaign. The Bills released veteran corner Taron Johnson espn.com, wide receiver Curtis Samuel, safety Taylor Rapp, and cornerback Dane Jackson to get cap compliant.
Coaching and Staff Changes
The 49ers hired former Bears head coach Matt Eberflus espn.com to their defensive staff. The Rams re-signed safety Kam Curl espn.com to a three-year, $36 million contract. The Seahawks reached agreement espn.com with inside linebacker Drake Thomas on a two-year, $8 million deal.
Front Office News
Former Packers president Bob Harlan espn.com, who helped restore the franchise to greatness, died Thursday at age. The Chargers signed free agent center Tyler Biadasz espn.com to replace retired Bradley Bozeman.
ESPN's Bill Barnwell analyzed espn.com the DJ Moore-Trent McDuffie blockbuster trades from all angles. Analysts examined espn.com why Maxx Crosby fits perfectly with the Ravens' defense and Super Bowl window. With the NFL draft approaching espn.com, Mike Clay provided fantasy football rookie rankings featuring Jeremiyah Love at the top.