NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Contract Extensions & Restructures
James Conner espn.com has agreed to a revised contract to remain with the Cardinals in 2026. Justin Strnad espn.com and the Broncos have agreed to a three-year, $18 million deal with $10 million guaranteed. The Packers have secured Sean Rhyan espn.com on a three-year, $33 million contract. Tyler Huntley espn.com will stay with the Ravens on a two-year, $11 million deal. The 49ers have extended kicker Eddy Piñeiro espn.com for four years at $17 million with $10 million guaranteed. Khalil Mack espn.com is returning to the Chargers on a one-year, $18 million deal. The Texans have agreed to a one-year, $40 million extension with Danielle Hunter espn.com. The Bears have acquired center Garrett Bradbury espn.com from the Patriots for a 2027 fifth-round pick. The Rams have re-signed safety Kam Curl espn.com to a three-year, $36 million contract.
Salary Cap Moves
The Saints have become cap compliant using a rare clause ahead of the negotiating window. The Vikings have restructured T.J. Hockenson espn.com's deal to save over $5 million. The Browns have restructured Deshaun Watson espn.com's contract, freeing approximately $36 million in cap space. The Bills have released veterans including cornerback Taron Johnson espn.com, wide receiver Curtis Samuel, safety Taylor Rapp, and cornerback Dane Jackson to get under the cap. The Bears are releasing linebacker Tremaine Edmunds espn.com, creating $15 million in cap space.
Trades & Acquisitions
The Ravens have acquired defensive end Maxx Crosby espn.com from the Raiders in a blockbuster trade that cost them two first-round picks. The Packers have sent defensive tackle Colby Wooden espn.com to the Colts for linebacker Zaire Franklin. The Patriots are trading center Garrett Bradbury to the Bears for a 2027 fifth-round pick. The Bears are releasing linebacker Tremaine Edmunds as they retool their defense.
Player Retirements & Departures
Longtime Raiders star Maxx Crosby expressed appreciation for his time in Las Vegas after being traded to the Ravens. Rams cornerback Darious Williams espn.com has retired after 100 regular-season games. Vikings center Ryan Kelly espn.com announced his retirement after 10 NFL seasons. Lions offensive lineman Taylor Decker espn.com has requested his release. The Texans have released running back Joe Mixon espn.com after he missed the 2025 season with a foot injury.
Free Agency & Market Buzz
The Cowboys have placed a $5.7 million second-round tender on kicker Brandon Aubrey espn.com as they hope to sign him to a multiyear extension. The Patriots and restricted free agent quarterback Tommy DeVito espn.com have agreed to a two-year, $7.4 million deal. As NFL free agency approaches, analysts are debating whether running back Travis Etienne Jr. espn.com might be a risky signing. The market is buzzing about potential quarterback moves for teams like the Jets, with options including Kyler Murray espn.com, Tua Tagovailoa, and Geno Smith.
Draft & Future Outlook
With the NFL draft approaching, analysts are ranking top prospects, with Jeremiyah Love espn.com leading Mike Clay's fantasy football rookie rankings. The Ravens are hoping to extend Lamar Jackson espn.com sooner rather than later given the significant ramifications of his contract situation. The Bengals face a crucial offseason as they respond to challenges from star quarterback Joe Burrow espn.com and coach Zac Taylor. Questions remain about whether playoff hero Rashid Shaheed espn.com will return to the Seahawks in 2026.
Team-Specific Moves
The Eagles have reached agreement with defensive tackle Jordan Davis espn.com on a three-year, $78 million extension with $65 million guaranteed. The Chargers have signed free agent center Tyler Biadasz espn.com to replace retired Bradley Bozeman. The Rams continue their cornerback overhaul following Darious Williams's retirement. The 49ers quarterback Mac Jones espn.com enjoyed a memorable offseason trip to Cabo.