NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Contract Extensions and Cap Moves
The Colts secured Daniel Jones on a two-year, $88 million deal that can reach $100 million, while the Ravens restructured Lamar Jackson's contract to free up nearly $40 million in salary cap space. Baltimore then pivoted to Trey Hendrickson after their Maxx Crosby trade collapsed, agreeing to a high-priced contract with the Bengals' edge rusher. Meanwhile, the Steelers locked in Cameron Heyward on a one-year extension, and the Bills retained Dawson Knox with a new three-year deal to navigate their cap constraints.
Free Agency Signings
The Chargers re-signed Trey Pipkins III to a two-year, $10 million contract, while the Commanders added K'Lavon Chaisson and Leo Chenal to bolster their pass rush and linebacker corps. The Browns re-signed Teven Jenkins amid their offensive line overhaul and brought in Elgton Jenkins on a two-year deal after his Packers release. The Packers added Skyy Moore for return duties, and the Eagles signed Riq Woolen to a one-year, up-to-$15 million cornerback contract.
Trades and Departures
The Patriots released Anfernee Jennings to save $3.8 million against the cap and acquired Romeo Doubs from the Packers on a four-year, up-to-$80 million deal. The Jets reunited with Geno Smith before he hit free agency, while the Lions signed Isiah Pacheco to pair with Jahmyr Gibbs in their backfield. Kalif Raymond left Detroit for Chicago to reunite with Ben Johnson, and the Giants added Patrick Ricard on a two-year deal.
Offseason Developments
The NFL is exploring a Thanksgiving Eve game for the 2025 season, potentially expanding the holiday football schedule. Travis Kelce confirmed his 14th season return, citing fiancée Taylor Swift as a significant influence. The Texans bolstered their offensive line with Braden Smith on a two-year, $25 million contract and made Ka'imi Fairbairn the NFL's highest-paid kicker with a two-year, $13 million extension. The Saints reunited with Kaden Elliss on a three-year, $33 million deal after his three seasons with the Falcons.
Legacy and Remembrance
Matt Snell, the three-time Pro Bowl fullback who scored the only touchdown in the Jets' Super Bowl III upset of the Colts, died at age 84 of natural causes, leaving behind a legacy as one of the franchise's most iconic players.