NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Teams Make Moves
The Texans agreed to a one-year, $40 million contract extension espn.com with defensive end Danielle Hunter, a move creating significant cap space. Meanwhile, the Bears released linebacker Tremaine Edmunds espn.com, a source confirmed, freeing up $15 million. The Bills completed a blockbuster trade espn.com acquiring DJ Moore from the Cardinals, while the Rams added Trent McDuffie espn.com from the Bills, reshaping both teams' futures. The Seahawks signed inside linebacker Drake Thomas espn.com to a two-year, $8 million deal, bolstering their defense. The Vikings expected to release Jonathan Allen espn.com, aiming to reduce their massive salary cap deficit.
Free Agency Focus
Kyler Murray's potential release by the Cardinals could trigger a bidding war espn.com, making him a sought-after free agent. The 49ers hired defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus espn.com, while the Commanders pursued edge rusher, receiver, and corner talent espn.com. The Patriots released quarterback Mac Jones espn.com, saving cap space and opening the QB position. The Chiefs re-signed Trent Brown espn.com, and the Titans showed interest in Notre Dame RB espn.com. The Buccaneers hoped to retain Lavonte David espn.com, a key free agent target.
Other Notes
Aaron Rodgers remained undecided on his playing status espn.com, despite the Steelers hiring Mike McCarthy. The Cardinals expected to cut QB Murray next week, barring a trade. The Bengals did not franchise tag DE Trey Hendrickson espn.com, making him a free agent. The Vikings openly considered trading OL Jonathan Greenard espn.com to alleviate cap strain. The NFL announced the Falcons' Madrid game espn.com, part of their international schedule.