NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Last updated: March 13, 2026, 6:41 PM ET
Free Agency Moves
The Bills added veteran safety help espn.com by signing C.J. Gardner-Johnson to a one-year, $6 million deal, while the Panthers bolstered their offensive line espn.com with free agent left tackle Rasheed Walker. Meanwhile, the Titans cut salary cap ties espn.com by releasing cornerback L'Jarius Sneed, saving $11.4 million, as the Commanders strengthened their backfield espn.com with a deal for running back Rachaad White.
Contract Extensions and Restructures
The Bengals locked in their offensive line espn.com by signing left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. to a two-year extension, while the Vikings kept their veteran back espn.com by restructuring Aaron Jones Sr.'s deal to avoid a release. The Ravens created massive cap space espn.com by restructuring Lamar Jackson's contract, freeing up nearly $40 million for potential moves.
NFL Front Office Developments
The NFL revived its accelerator program espn.com after a one-year pause, now including non-minority participants in the initiative aimed at developing front office and coaching talent. Additionally, the Giants' ownership sought to transfer stakes espn.com to their children's trusts through an NFL-approved request.
Player Performance and Commentary
Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson dismissed outside criticism espn.com about his reputation as a teammate, while Jets quarterback Geno Smith vowed to improve espn.com in his return to New York, saying he'll be a "better player" than when he left. Former Raiders coach Pete Carroll took responsibility espn.com for Smith's struggles in Las Vegas, predicting he'll rebound with the Jets.
Trade Activity
The Cowboys reshuffled their defensive line espn.com by trading defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa to the 49ers for a 2026 third-round pick, while also sending Solomon Thomas to the Titans in a seventh-round pick swap. The Ravens' complicated pursuit of Maxx Crosby espn.com saw the trade called off before they pivoted to signing Trey Hendrickson instead.
Team-Specific Moves
The Saints welcomed back family roots espn.com with running back Travis Etienne Jr., who opened up about naming his son after the team and his deep family connections to New Orleans. The Commanders continued their defensive overhaul espn.com by signing linebacker Leo Chenal to a three-year, $24.75 million deal, adding to their offseason additions.
Special Teams and Depth Additions
The Packers added return specialist help espn.com by signing wide receiver/kick returner Skyy Moore to a one-year deal, while the Dolphins bolstered their receiving corps espn.com with free agent Tutu Atwell. The Eagles enhanced their secondary espn.com by agreeing to terms with cornerback Riq Woolen on a one-year deal worth up to $15 million.
Veteran Retirements and Passings
Defensive end Bryce Huff announced his retirement espn.com from the NFL after his time with the Jets, while the league mourned the passing of Matt Snell, the legendary Jets fullback espn.com who scored the only touchdown in their Super Bowl III victory, at age.
Schedule and League Considerations
The NFL explored adding a Thanksgiving Eve game espn.com to this season's schedule as part of its continued expansion into new broadcast windows. Meanwhile, Seattle Seahawks GM John Schneider expressed concerns espn.com about Washington state's new income tax on high earners potentially affecting the team's free agent signings.