NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Contract Moves
Danielle Hunter landed a one-year, $40 million extension from the Texans, solidifying Houston's defensive line. The team also re-signed Trent Brown on a one-year deal worth up to $7 million to protect the quarterback. In Chicago, the Bears released Tremaine Edmunds, a move that creates $15 million in cap space. Seattle added depth by signing Drake Thomas to a two-year, $8 million contract at inside linebacker.
Front Office & Staff
The 49ers bolstered their defensive coaching staff by hiring former Bears head coach Matt Eberflus. The football world also mourned the passing of former Packers president Bob Harlan at age, a figure credited with guiding the franchise back to prominence.
Free Agency & Trades
Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan will become an unrestricted free agent when the new league year begins. The blockbuster trades for DJ Moore by Buffalo and Trent McDuffie by Los Angeles reshaped the wide receiver and cornerback markets, while the Chiefs' decision to deal McDuffie mirrors a past strategy that preceded a three-Super Bowl run. Washington is poised to be aggressive in free agency, specifically targeting edge rushers, receivers, and cornerbacks to support quarterback Jayden Daniels. Meanwhile, Tampa Bay is eager to bring back franchise icon Lavonte David and is awaiting his decision on a potential return.