NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Player Trades & Acquisitions
The Raiders espn.com are trading for Bills cornerback Taron Johnson, sending a sixth-round pick to Buffalo in exchange for the veteran and a seventh-round selection. The Bills espn.com subsequently released Johnson along with wide receiver Curtis Samuel, safety Taylor Rapp and cornerback Dane Jackson as they work to get cap compliant. In another move, the Packers espn.com acquired veteran linebacker Zaire Franklin from the Colts, sending defensive tackle Colby Wooden in return. The Patriots espn.com traded center Garrett Bradbury to the Bears for a 2027 fifth-round pick, while the Ravens espn.com reached a two-year deal with backup quarterback Tyler Huntley worth up to $11 million.
Contract Extensions & Restructures
The Rams espn.com have reached a record four-year, $124 million extension with All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie, including $100 million guaranteed. The Broncos espn.com agreed to a three-year, $18 million contract with linebacker Justin Strnad that includes $10 million guaranteed. James Conner espn.com reworked his deal to stay with the Cardinals through 2026, while the Packers espn.com brought back Sean Rhyan on a three-year, $33 million contract. The Vikings espn.com restructured tight end T.J. Hockenson's contract, saving more than $5 million in cap space. The 49ers espn.com agreed to a four-year, $17 million extension with kicker Eddy Piñeiro, and the Eagles espn.com reached a three-year, $78 million extension with defensive tackle Jordan Davis that includes $65 million guaranteed. Meanwhile, the Browns espn.com restructured quarterback Deshaun Watson's contract to free close to $36 million in cap space, and the Patriots espn.com agreed to a two-year, $7.4 million deal with restricted free agent quarterback Tommy DeVito.
Free Agency Signings & Departures
Fullback Alec Ingold espn.com joins the Chargers, reuniting with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. Nine-time Pro Bowler Khalil Mack espn.com will remain with the Chargers on a one-year deal worth $18 million, while the team signed free agent center Tyler Biadasz espn.com to replace Bradley Bozeman, who retired last week. On the departure front, longtime Vikings center Ryan Kelly espn.com announced his retirement after 10 seasons, and the Texans espn.com released veteran running back Joe Mixon after he missed the 2025 season with a foot injury. Offensive lineman Taylor Decker espn.com, the Lions' longest-tenured player, has requested his release.
Roster Changes & Key Moves
Maxx Crosby espn.com bid farewell to the Raiders after being traded to the Ravens, expressing appreciation for his time with the franchise. The Rams espn.com saw cornerback Darious Williams retire after 100 regular-season games, leaving Los Angeles with four pending free agents at cornerback. The Rams espn.com re-signed safety Kam Curl to a three-year, $36 million contract. The Cowboys espn.com placed a $5.7 million second-round tender on kicker Brandon Aubrey, hoping to sign the Pro Bowler to a multiyear extension.
Offseason Analysis & Outlook
The Saints espn.com utilized a rare clause to get under the 2026 salary cap with room to spare. The Jets espn.com have multiple options to revamp their quarterback room through free agency, trading and the draft. Analysts suggest Maxx Crosby espn.com fits perfectly with the Ravens' defense and could help Baltimore return to contention. The Seahawks espn.com face the question of whether playoff hero Rashid Shaheed will return in 2026 after becoming a pivotal part of their Super Bowl team. The Bengals espn.com face a critical offseason challenged by their star quarterback to make meaningful changes.