NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Last updated: March 13, 2026, 5:38 PM ET
Free Agency Moves
The NFL's free agency period saw major quarterback moves as the Colts signed Daniel Jones espn.com to a two-year, $88 million deal that could reach $100 million, while the Vikings added Kyler Murray espn.com on a three-year, $120 million contract after his release from Arizona. The Jets reacquired Geno Smith espn.com on a one-year deal, with Smith vowing to be "better than ever" in his second stint with the team. Meanwhile, the Buccaneers signed Trey Hendrickson espn.com to a three-year, $72 million contract after their failed pursuit of Maxx Crosby, and the Bills landed Bradley Chubb espn.com on a three-year, $43.5 million deal with $29 million guaranteed.
Veteran Signings
Several experienced players found new homes, with the Commanders adding Rachaad White espn.com and tight end Chig Okonkwo on three-year deals, while also signing linebacker Leo Chenal to a three-year, $24.75 million contract. The Bengals bolstered their defense espn.com by agreeing to a two-year, $28 million deal with defensive tackle Jonathan Allen and extending left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. The Packers added defensive tackle Javon Hargrave espn.com on a two-year, $23 million contract, while the Browns signed offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins espn.com to a two-year deal after his release from Green Bay.
Cornerback Market
The cornerback position saw significant movement as the Eagles added Arnold Ebiketie espn.com on a one-year, $7.3 million deal and signed Riq Woolen to a one-year contract worth up to $15 million. The Chiefs addressed their secondary espn.com by signing Kader Kohou, while the Panthers agreed to a deal espn.com with former Packers left tackle Rasheed Walker. The Rams brought back Trent McDuffie espn.com to reunite with former Chiefs teammate Jaylen Watson.
Salary Cap Moves
Several teams made moves to create cap space, with the Titans releasing L'Jarius Sneed espn.com to save $11.4 million and the Browns cutting Jack Conklin espn.com after six injury-marred seasons. The Ravens restructured Lamar Jackson's contract espn.com to create nearly $40 million in cap space, while the Patriots released Anfernee Jennings espn.com to save approximately $3.8 million. The Seahawks signed Emanuel Wilson espn.com as they look to replace Kenneth Walker III.
NFC South Developments
The Saints signed Travis Etienne Jr. espn.com to a contract, with the running back noting the full-circle moment of joining his hometown team. The Buccaneers added Al-Quadin Muhammad espn.com on a one-year, $6 million deal after losing Mike Evans to free agency. The Falcons signed Samson Ebukam espn.com, while the Panthers added cornerback Cobie Durant espn.com on a one-year, $5.5 million deal.
Special Teams Additions
The Packers signed Skyy Moore espn.com to bolster their return game, while the Commanders added safety Kam Curl espn.com to their secondary. The Dolphins signed Tutu Atwell espn.com to a one-year deal, and the Giants added Calvin Austin III espn.com on a contract worth up to $4.5 million.
Front Office Changes
The NFL reinstated its front office and coaching accelerator program espn.com, which will now include non-minority participants. The Giants' ownership sought to transfer stakes espn.com to their children's trusts, while the Seahawks' John Schneider expressed concern espn.com about Washington state's new income tax on high earners potentially affecting free agency.
Notable Retirements
The 49ers' Bryce Huff announced his retirement espn.com from the NFL, while the Browns released veteran offensive tackle Jack Conklin espn.com after six injury-plagued seasons. The NFL community mourned the loss espn.com of Matt Snell, the three-time Pro Bowl fullback who scored the only touchdown in the Jets' Super Bowl III upset.
Offensive Line Moves
The Chargers retained Trey Pipkins III espn.com on a two-year, $10 million deal, while the Jets added guard Dylan Parham espn.com on a two-year contract worth up to $20 million. The Bengals extended Orlando Brown Jr. espn.com as they look to protect Joe Burrow, and the Browns signed Elgton Jenkins espn.com to address their line issues.
Defensive Reinforcements
The Bengals' defensive additions espn.com continued with Jonathan Allen's signing, while the Commanders bolstered their pass rush espn.com by adding K'Lavon Chaisson. The Bills signed veteran safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson espn.com on a one-year, $6 million deal, and the Patriots added Kevin Byard espn.com, the NFL's interceptions leader in 2025, on a one-year, $9 million contract.
Coaching News
The Raiders' firing of Pete Carroll espn.com led to his first interview since the dismissal, where he took blame for Geno Smith's struggles in Las Vegas. The NFL's potential addition espn.com of a Thanksgiving Eve game to the schedule continues to be explored as the league seeks additional broadcast windows.
Team-Specific Moves
The Commanders' aggressive approach espn.com included multiple signings to overhaul their roster, while the Browns addressed offensive line needs espn.com head-on during early free agency. The Giants' signing of four former Ravens espn.com kick-started their transformation under John Harbaugh, and the Jaguars' GM James Gladstone espn.com denied reports of shopping Brian Thomas Jr., calling them "fraudulent claims."