NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 13, 2026, 7:46 AM ET
Free Agency Frenzy
The Cowboys added cornerback depth by agreeing to a one-year deal with Cobie Durant, while the Eagles bolstered their pass rush with one-year, $7.3 million contract for Arnold Ebiketie. The Giants secured wide receiver help signing Calvin Austin III to a one-year deal worth up to $4.5 million, and the Bills strengthened their secondary adding veteran safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson on a one-year, $6 million contract. The Seahawks addressed their backfield needs signing former Packers running back Emanuel Wilson to a one-year deal worth up to $2.1 million as they look to replace Kenneth Walker III.
Defensive Additions
The Buccaneers landed pass rusher Al-Quadin Muhammad on a one-year, $6 million deal after his 11-sack 2024 season, while the Bengals made a major defensive investment agreeing to a two-year, $28 million contract with defensive tackle Jonathan Allen. The Falcons added edge depth reaching a deal with former Colts defensive end Samson Ebukam, and the Chiefs addressed their cornerback needs signing Kader Kohou. The Commanders bolstered their backfield adding running back Rachaad White, while the Dolphins added wide receiver depth signing Tutu Atwell to a one-year contract.
Notable Returns and Retirements
The 49ers reunited with linebacker Dre Greenlaw on a one-year, $7.5 million contract, though they lost defensive end Bryce Huff to retirement. Meanwhile, Geno Smith expressed confidence in his Jets return vowing to be better than ever in his second stint with New York. The Rams look to recreate cornerback success as former Chiefs teammates Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson hope to bring their strong tandem play to Los Angeles.
Contract Extensions and Releases
The Bengals locked up their blindside protector as left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. signed a two-year extension, while the Browns made a significant offensive line move releasing starting tackle Jack Conklin after six injury-marred seasons in Cleveland. The Jaguars denied trade rumors as GM James Gladstone called reports about shopping receiver Brian Thomas Jr. "fraudulent claims," while the Vikings prepare for potential quarterback changes as Kyler Murray's signing could impact J.J. McCarthy and Justin Jefferson's fantasy value.
Team Transformations
The Giants embarked on a Baltimore-inspired makeover signing four former Ravens players as John Harbaugh takes command of the franchise's transformation. The Browns attacked their offensive line issues head-on during early NFL free agency, while the Buccaneers face life after Mike Evans as the all-time franchise leader in most statistical categories exits in free agency. As free agency continues, top unsigned players remain available including Aaron Rodgers and Deebo Samuel as teams weigh their options in the market.