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The New York Giants are releasing starting middle linebacker Bobby Okereke after three seasons, freeing up $9 million in salary cap space according to a source speaking to ESPN. Giants releasing LB Okereke
The NFL landscape shifts as Breece Hall, George Pickens and Kyle Pitts Sr. were franchise-tagged, while Daniel Jones received the transition tag, as detailed by ESPN's Solak. Franchise tags on Hall, Pickens, Pitts
Trey Hendrickson, a 2024 All-Pro edge rusher, will test free agency after the Bengals opted not to franchise tag him, per ESPN's report. Hendrickson not tagged
The Indianapolis Colts placed a rarely used transition tag on quarterback Daniel Jones, securing their right to match any offer sheet. Colts tagging Jones
The Minnesota Vikings are open to trading outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard as they navigate a $43 million salary cap overage, sources told ESPN. Vikings open to trading Greenard
Free Agency
Kyler Murray's departure from the Cardinals creates ripples across the league, with the Vikings potentially benefiting as he becomes a sought-after free agent. Murray's impact on Vikings and draft
The Cardinals have informed quarterback Kyler Murray of their intent to release him on the first day of the league year, barring a trade, sources revealed. Murray's release
ESPN's ranking of the NFL's top free agents highlights players like Trey Hendrickson and Jauan Jennings as potential big contract targets. Ranking top free agents
Free agency officially opens on March 9, with updates on re-signings, trades, and cuts available through ESPN's tracking. Tracking free agency updates
Player Departures
Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman is retiring at age 27 after four seasons with the Falcons and one with the Bears, as sources confirmed to ESPN. Dalman retiring
The Rams and quarterback Matthew Stafford are in "great dialogue" over his contract situation, per coach Sean McVay's statement. Stafford's contract talks
The NFL announced that the Atlanta Falcons will play a game in Madrid as part of the international series, joining nine other games this season