NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Player Signings & Extensions
Linebacker Eric Wilson espn.com agreed to a three-year, $22.5 million contract with the Minnesota Vikings ahead of NFL free agency. The Los Angeles Rams espn.com reached agreement on a record four-year, $124 million extension with All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie that includes $100 million guaranteed. The Arizona Cardinals espn.com and Pro Bowl running back James Conner revised his contract to keep him in Arizona for 2026.
The Denver Broncos espn.com agreed to a three-year, $18 million contract with linebacker Justin Strnad that includes $10 million guaranteed. Meanwhile, the Green Bay Packers espn.com brought back Sean Rhyan on a three-year, $33 million deal, while the Los Angeles Chargers espn.com re-signed nine-time Pro Bowler Khalil Mack to a one-year, $18 million deal.
Trades & Roster Moves
The Las Vegas Raiders espn.com are sending a sixth-round pick to the Buffalo Bills in exchange for veteran cornerback Taron Johnson and a seventh-round selection. The Green Bay Packers espn.com sent DT Colby Wooden to the Colts in exchange for LB Zaire Franklin. The New England Patriots espn.com traded center Garrett Bradbury to the Bears for a 2027 fifth-round pick.
The Buffalo Bills released four players espn.com including nickel corner Taron Johnson, wide receiver Curtis Samuel, safety Taylor Rapp and cornerback Dane Jackson. The Houston Texans espn.com released veteran running back Joe Mixon after he missed the 2025 season with a foot injury.
Retirements & Departures
Rams cornerback Darious Williams espn.com has retired after 100 regular-season NFL games. Longtime NFL center Ryan Kelly espn.com announced his retirement Friday after 10 seasons, following an injury-filled season in 2025 with the Vikings. Raiders star Maxx Crosby espn.com, who was traded to the Ravens, expressed his appreciation for his time with Mark Davis' franchise.
Team Contract Situations
The Minnesota Vikings espn.com and tight end T.J. Hockenson agreed to restructure his contract, saving the team more than $5 million in cap space. The Cleveland Browns espn.com have once again restructured the contract of quarterback Deshaun Watson, freeing close to $36 million in cap space. The Baltimore Ravens espn.com are hoping for an extension with Lamar Jackson sooner rather than later.
The Philadelphia Eagles espn.com reached agreement on a three-year, $78 million extension with defensive tackle Jordan Davis that includes $65 million guaranteed. The New England Patriots espn.com and restricted free agent quarterback Tommy DeVito agreed to a two-year deal with a maximum value of $7.4 million.
Offseason News & Analysis
The Los Angeles Chargers espn.com agreed to terms on a contract with fullback Alec Ingold, reuniting him with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. The San Francisco 49ers espn.com agreed to a four-year contract extension with kicker Eddy Piñeiro, a deal worth a total of $17 million.
With NFL free agency approaching, the Eagles espn.com have specific plans as teams look to address various positions. The New York Jets espn.com have plenty of options to revamp their quarterbacks room through free agency, trading and the draft. The Cincinnati Bengals espn.com face a very important offseason after being challenged by their star QB to make meaningful changes.