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×NFL Free Agency Moves
The Dolphins sent Minkah Fitzpatrick to the Jets for a 2026 seventh-round pick from the Chargers. The Packers finalized a deal sending Rashan Gary to the Cowboys for a 2027 draft pick. The Jaguars kept cornerback Montaric "Buster" Brown with a three-year, $33 million contract.
Veteran Players Re-Signing
The Steelers re-signed cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. to a one-year, $4 million deal. The Texans kept guard Ed Ingram and defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins with multiyear contracts. The Vikings retained linebacker Eric Wilson on a three-year, $22.5 million deal.
Quarterback News
The Bengals won't tender restricted free agent quarterback Jake Browning. The Falcons plan to pursue Tua Tagovailoa in free agency after the Dolphins informed him he'll be released. The Chargers agreed to terms with fullback Alec Ingold, reuniting him with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel.
Contract Extensions
The Rams and All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie reached agreement on a record four-year, $124 million extension with $100 million guaranteed. The Cardinals and Pro Bowl running back James Conner agreed to a revised contract to keep him in Arizona for 2026. The Broncos and linebacker Justin Strnad agreed to a three-year, $18 million contract with $10 million guaranteed.
Trade Activity
The Raiders sent a sixth-round pick to the Bills for veteran cornerback Taron Johnson and a seventh-round selection. The Dolphins also traded Minkah Fitzpatrick to the Jets in a separate deal.
Labor Relations
The NFL's negotiations with the NFL Referees Association on a new collective bargaining agreement have hit a rough patch, sources told ESPN. Meanwhile, tight end Travis Kelce is expected to return for his 14th season with the Chiefs.