NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Contract Extensions and Restructures
The Broncos espn.com have agreed to a three-year, $18 million contract with linebacker Justin Strnad that includes $10 million guaranteed. The Cardinals espn.com and Pro Bowl running back James Conner have agreed to a revised contract to keep him in Arizona for 2026. The Packers espn.com have agreed to bring back Sean Rhyan on a three-year, $33 million deal, while the Ravens espn.com have reached a two-year deal with backup quarterback Tyler Huntley worth up to $11 million. The 49ers espn.com have agreed to a four-year contract extension with kicker Eddy Piñeiro worth $17 million with $10 million guaranteed.
Cap Management Moves
New Orleans espn.com has gotten cap compliant with room to spare ahead of Monday's negotiating window opening. The Vikings espn.com have agreed to restructure tight end T.J. Hockenson's contract, saving the team more than $5 million in cap space. The Browns espn.com have restructured quarterback Deshaun Watson's contract again, freeing close to $36 million in cap space. The Bills espn.com released veteran nickel corner Taron Johnson, wide receiver Curtis Samuel, safety Taylor Rapp and cornerback Dane Jackson as they work to get cap compliant.
Notable Trades and Acquisitions
The Ravens espn.com acquired defensive end Maxx Crosby from the Raiders in a blockbuster trade that sent two first-round picks to Las Vegas. The Packers espn.com sent defensive tackle Colby Wooden to the Colts in exchange for linebacker Zaire Franklin. The Bears espn.com acquired center Garrett Bradbury from the Patriots in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round pick. The Seahawks espn.com reached an agreement with inside linebacker Drake Thomas on a two-year, $8 million contract.
Veteran Returns and Retirements
Nine-time Pro Bowler Khalil Mack espn.com has reached a one-year deal to remain with the Chargers worth $18 million. The Texans espn.com have agreed to a one-year, $40 million contract extension with defensive end Danielle Hunter. The Vikings espn.com center Ryan Kelly announced his retirement Friday after 10 seasons in the NFL. Rams cornerback Darious Williams espn.com has retired after 100 regular-season NFL games.
Free Agency Preparations
Sources indicate espn.com the Eagles are planning to be active in free agency, with defensive tackle Jordan Davis agreeing to a three-year, $78 million extension that includes $65 million guaranteed. The Cowboys espn.com have placed a $5.7 million second-round tender on kicker Brandon Aubrey. The Bears espn.com are releasing linebacker Tremaine Edmunds, a move that creates $15 million in cap space. The Texans espn.com released veteran running back Joe Mixon after he missed the 2025 season with a foot injury.
Quarterback Market Developments
New York espn.com has plenty of options to revamp its quarterbacks room through free agency, trading and the draft. The Patriots espn.com and restricted free agent quarterback Tommy DeVito have agreed to a two-year deal with a maximum value of $7.4 million. The Chargers espn.com agreed to a deal with free agent center Tyler Biadasz to replace Bradley Bozeman, who retired last week.
Super Bowl Contenders Making Moves
Baltimore espn.com gave up two first-round picks to acquire Maxx Crosby, who can dominate in the Ravens' defense and lift the whole team back to contention. The Seahawks espn.com are evaluating whether playoff hero Rashid Shaheed will return in 2026 after he became a pivotal part of their Super Bowl team. The Bengals espn.com face a very important offseason as they've been challenged by star QB Joe Burrow to make meaningful changes.
Front Office and League News
Former Packers president Bob Harlan espn.com, who helped restore the franchise to greatness, died Thursday at the age of. The Lions espn.com offensive lineman Taylor Decker, the team's longest-tenured player, has requested his release. The Rams espn.com are re-signing safety Kam Curl to a three-year, $36 million contract as they continue their cornerback overhaul.