NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Free Agency Moves
The Steelers espn.com are re-signing cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. to a one-year, $4 million deal. The Dolphins espn.com will release quarterback Tua Tagovailoa after the start of the new league year, leaving Miami with an NFL-record $99 million in dead money. The Texans espn.com agreed to a three-year, $37.5 million deal to bring back guard Ed Ingram.
Contract Extensions
The Rams espn.com and All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie reached agreement on a record four-year, $124 million extension that includes $100 million guaranteed. The Eagles espn.com and defensive tackle Jordan Davis agreed to a three-year, $78 million extension with $65 million guaranteed. The 49ers espn.com signed kicker Eddy Piñeiro to a four-year, $17 million contract extension.
Player Retentions
Linebacker Eric Wilson espn.com is staying with the Vikings on a three-year, $22.5 million contract. Nine-time Pro Bowler Khalil Mack espn.com reached a one-year, $18 million deal to remain with the Chargers. The Broncos espn.com and linebacker Justin Strnad agreed to a three-year, $18 million contract with $10 million guaranteed.
Trades and Acquisitions
The Raiders espn.com sent a sixth-round pick to the Bills for veteran cornerback Taron Johnson and a seventh-round selection. The Packers espn.com acquired Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin, sending DT Colby Wooden to Indianapolis. The Bears espn.com obtained center Garrett Bradbury from the Patriots for a 2027 fifth-round pick.
Cap Moves
The 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 Browns espn.com restructured quarterback Deshaun Watson's contract, freeing close to $36 million in cap space. The Saints espn.com got cap compliant with room to spare ahead of the negotiating window.
Departures and Retirements
The Bengals espn.com won't tender restricted free agent quarterback Jake Browning. The Bills espn.com released veteran nickel corner Taron Johnson, wide receiver Curtis Samuel, safety Taylor Rapp and cornerback Dane Jackson. Rams cornerback Darious Williams espn.com retired after 100 regular-season NFL games. Longtime Lions offensive lineman Taylor Decker espn.com requested his release.
Other Notable Moves
The Chargers espn.com agreed to terms with fullback Alec Ingold, reuniting him with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. The Cardinals espn.com and Pro Bowl running back James Conner agreed to a revised contract to keep him in Arizona for 2026. The Ravens espn.com and backup quarterback Tyler Huntley agreed to a two-year deal worth up to $11 million.
With the legal tampering period opening at noon ET, teams are preparing for free agency. The Cowboys espn.com placed a $5.7 million second-round tender on kicker Brandon Aubrey while hoping to sign him to a multiyear extension. The 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 Developments
Longtime Raiders star Maxx Crosby espn.com, who was traded to the Ravens, expressed appreciation for his time in Las Vegas. Vikings center Ryan Kelly espn.com announced his retirement after 10 NFL seasons. The Texans espn.com released veteran running back Joe Mixon after he missed the 2025 season with a foot injury.