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×Contract Extensions & Restructures
The Cardinals and Pro Bowl running back James Conner have agreed to a revised contract to keep him in Arizona for 2026, according to NFL Network. The Vikings and tight end T.J. Hockenson agreed to restructure his contract, saving the team more than $5 million in cap space. The 49ers agreed to a four-year contract extension with kicker Eddy Piñeiro, a deal worth a total of $17 million with $10 million in guarantees.
Free Agency Moves
The Broncos and linebacker Justin Strnad have agreed to a three-year, $18 million contract that includes $10 million guaranteed, a source confirmed to ESPN. The Packers have agreed to bring back Sean Rhyan on a three-year, $33 million deal, his agents told ESPN. The Chargers reached a one-year deal with nine-time Pro Bowler Khalil Mack worth $18 million. The Ravens agreed to a two-year deal worth up to $11 million with backup quarterback Tyler Huntley.
Cap Management
The Saints got cap compliant with room to spare ahead of Monday's negotiating window opening. Here's how they utilized a rare clause to get under the 2026 salary cap. The Vikings cleared additional cap space by restructuring T.J. Hockenson's deal, saving over $5 million.
Player Movement
Longtime Raiders star Maxx Crosby, who was traded to the Ravens on Friday, expressed his appreciation for his time with Mark Davis' franchise in a video published to his social media accounts. The trade sent Crosby from Las Vegas to Baltimore, marking a significant shift for both teams.
Quarterback Situations
New York has plenty of options to revamp its quarterbacks room through free agency, trading and the draft. What's the best option at QB for the Jets? The team is exploring multiple avenues as they look to upgrade the position. Meanwhile, the Ravens secured their backup quarterback situation by bringing back Tyler Huntley on a two-year deal.
Free Agency Buzz
What are we hearing as NFL free agency nears? ESPN gives you the latest buzz on top players and teams that could be active in the market. The negotiating window has opened, setting the stage for a busy period of player movement across the league.