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×Big Moves in Free Agency
Mike Evans is leaving the Buccaneers to sign a three-year deal with the 49ers. The Commanders avoided contract woes by re-signing LT Laremy Tunsil to a two-year extension with $60.2 million guaranteed.
High-Profile Signings
The Bengals landed ex-Chiefs safety Bryan Cook on a three-year, $42.5 million deal. The Steelers added cornerback Jamel Dean on a three-year, $36.75 million contract. The Raiders gave center Tyler Linderbaum a record deal, while the Rams reached a record extension with Trent McDuffie worth $124 million over four years.
Offensive Line Reinforcements
The Browns bolstered their offensive line by signing guard Zion Johnson to a three-year, $49.5 million deal. The Saints spent $113 million on offensive weapons, including a four-year, $52 million deal with RB Travis Etienne Jr. and a four-year, $61 million deal with guard David Edwards.
Defensive Additions
The Bears signed former Seahawks defensive back Coby Bryant to a three-year, $40 million deal. The Jets overhauled their defense by adding linebacker Demario Davis and edge players Joseph Ossai and Kingsley Enagbare. The Commanders brought in former Lions cornerback Amik Robertson on a two-year, $16 million deal.
Quarterback Moves
The Commanders re-signed backup quarterback Marcus Mariota on a one-year, $7 million deal. The Dolphins signed Malik Willis to replace Tua Tagovailoa. The Bengals decided not to tender restricted free agent quarterback Jake Browning.
Running Back Carousel
The Cardinals landed RB Tyler Allgeier on a two-year, $12.5 million deal. The Buccaneers added ex-Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell on a two-year deal. The Saints reached a four-year, $52 million deal with ex-Jaguars RB Travis Etienne Jr..
Tight End Transactions
The Giants reached an agreement with former Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely, reuniting him with head coach John Harbaugh. The Falcons agreed to a one-year, $3.25 million contract with tight end Austin Hooper. The Buccaneers brought back veteran tight end Cade Otton on a three-year deal.
Cornerback Market Heats Up
The Rams added another former Chiefs cornerback, reaching agreement with Jaylen Watson on a three-year deal. The Raiders are trading for Bills CB Taron Johnson in exchange for a sixth-round pick. The Jaguars kept corner Montaric "Buster" Brown on a three-year, $33 million deal.
Notable Re-signings
The Seahawks re-signed cornerback Josh Jobe to a three-year, $24 million contract. The Steelers brought back corner Asante Samuel Jr. on a one-year, $4 million deal. The Vikings kept linebacker Eric Wilson on a three-year, $22.5 million contract.
Trades Shake Up League
The Colts traded Michael Pittman Jr. to the Steelers while re-signing Alec Pierce. The Packers are finalizing a deal to send defensive lineman Rashan Gary to the Cowboys for a 2027 draft pick. The Dolphins traded Minkah Fitzpatrick to the Jets for a 2026 seventh-round pick.
Veteran Returns
The Chiefs learned that tight end Travis Kelce is returning for a 14th season. Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III agreed to sign with Kansas City. The Titans added wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson, reuniting him with offensive coordinator Brian Daboll.
Other Notable Moves
The Panthers landed linebacker Jaelan Phillips on a four-year deal. The Ravens reached a three-year, $30 million contract with guard John Simpson. The Texans brought back guard Ed Ingram and defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins on multiyear deals. The Chargers agreed to terms with fullback Alec Ingold, reuniting him with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel.
Off-Field Developments
In the weeks before Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. allegedly rammed his vehicle into WNBA player Rickea Jackson's car, at least seven 911 calls indicate heightened fears from his unidentified girlfriend, according to police records. The NFL's negotiations with the NFL Referees Association on a new collective bargaining agreement are not in a good place, sources told ESPN.