NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Major Free Agency Moves
Mike Evans espn.com is leaving the Buccaneers to sign a three-year deal with the 49ers. The star wide receiver's departure marks a significant change for Tampa Bay's offense after years of dominance. Meanwhile, the Steelers espn.com have agreed to a three-year, $36.75 million deal with former Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean.
The Commanders espn.com have reached a two-year, $16 million deal with former Lions cornerback Amik Robertson. Washington is also re-signing backup quarterback Marcus Mariota espn.com on a one-year, $7 million deal. The team avoided contract woes by re-signing LT Laremy Tunsil espn.com to a new two-year contract extension with $60.2 million guaranteed.
Kenneth Walker III espn.com, Super Bowl MVP, has agreed to sign with the Chiefs. The move comes as the Chiefs also learned that tight end Travis Kelce espn.com is returning for a 14th season with Kansas City. Walker's addition raises questions about the Chiefs' backfield strategy heading into next season.
Defensive Additions
The Jets espn.com overhauled their defense by reaching agreements with linebacker Demario Davis and edge players Joseph Ossai and Kingsley Enagbare. The Bears espn.com have agreed to sign former Seahawks defensive back Coby Bryant to a three-year deal worth $40 million. The Raiders espn.com are finalizing a record deal with free agent center Tyler Linderbaum.
The Texans espn.com will not lose guard Ed Ingram and defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins to free agency after agreeing to multiyear deals. The Vikings espn.com kept linebacker Eric Wilson with a three-year, $22.5 million contract. The Broncos espn.com and linebacker Justin Strnad agreed to a three-year, $18 million contract.
Offensive Line and Skill Positions
The Browns espn.com bolster their offensive line by reaching a deal with free agent guard Zion Johnson on a three-year, $49.5 million contract. The Saints espn.com have reached a four-year, $52 million deal with ex-Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. and a four-year, $61 million deal with guard David Edwards.
The Titans espn.com added wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson, reuniting him with offensive coordinator Brian Daboll. The Cardinals espn.com are signing running back Tyler Allgeier to a two-year, $12.5 million deal. The Packers espn.com have agreed to bring back Sean Rhyan on a three-year, $33 million deal.
Trades and Transactions
The Packers espn.com are finalizing a deal that would send defensive lineman Rashan Gary to the Cowboys in exchange for a 2027 draft pick. The Raiders espn.com are sending a sixth-round pick to the Bills for veteran cornerback Taron Johnson and a seventh-round selection.
The Colts espn.com are re-signing wide receiver Alec Pierce but trading his running mate Michael Pittman Jr. to the Steelers. The Patriots espn.com have agreed to a three-year, $39.5 million contract with free agent pass rusher Dre'Mont Jones. The Bears espn.com acquired center Garrett Bradbury from the Patriots in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round pick.
Notable Retentions and Extensions
The Rams espn.com and All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie reached agreement on a record four-year, $124 million extension. The Ravens espn.com and guard John Simpson agreed to a three-year, $30 million contract. The 49ers espn.com agreed to a four-year contract extension with kicker Eddy Piñeiro worth $17 million total.
The Jaguars espn.com will keep cornerback Montaric "Buster" Brown with a three-year, $33 million deal. The Lions espn.com reached an agreement with free agent center Cade Mays. The Chargers espn.com agreed to terms with fullback Alec Ingold, reuniting him with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel.
Veteran Moves and Retirements
The Texans espn.com released veteran running back Joe Mixon after he missed the 2025 season with a foot injury. The Vikings espn.com center Ryan Kelly announced his retirement after 10 NFL seasons. The Rams espn.com cornerback Darious Williams has retired after 100 regular-season NFL games.
The Steelers espn.com are re-signing cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. to a one-year, $4 million deal. The Raiders espn.com cornerback Eric Stokes is returning on a three-year deal worth $30 million. The Buccaneers espn.com have reached two-year deals with ex-Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell and former Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone.
Other Notable Signings
The Falcons espn.com and tight end Austin Hooper have agreed to a one-year, $3.25 million contract. The Bengals espn.com are signing former Chiefs safety Bryan Cook to a three-year, $42.5 million deal. The Bengals espn.com are not tendering restricted free agent quarterback Jake Browning.
The Panthers espn.com are signing linebacker Jaelan Phillips. The Colts espn.com and Pro Bowl running back James Conner have agreed to a revised contract to keep him in Arizona for 2026. The Dolphins espn.com are sending Minkah Fitzpatrick to the Jets in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round pick from the Chargers.