NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Last updated: March 15, 2026, 7:46 AM ET
Free Agency Frenzy
The New York Giants made a major splash on Saturday, agreeing to a one-year deal worth up to $10 million with free agent wide receiver Darnell Mooney espn.com, while also securing veteran wideout Calvin Austin III on a one-year, $4.5 million contract espn.com. The Giants weren't alone in their aggressive approach, as the Buffalo Bills added veteran safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson on a one-year, $6 million deal espn.com and cornerback Geno Stone on a one-year contract espn.com. Meanwhile, the Detroit Lions bolstered their secondary by signing cornerback Roger McCreary to a one-year deal espn.com, and the Dallas Cowboys reached agreement with cornerback Cobie Durant on a one-year, $5.5 million contract espn.com.
Quarterback Carousel
The Los Angeles Chargers announced Saturday that they've reached an agreement with free agent quarterback Trey Lance to return to the team espn.com. In Cincinnati, the Bengals signed veteran Josh Johnson to a one-year deal for quarterback depth espn.com, while the New Orleans Saints ushered in a younger era under second-year coach Kellen Moore, with free agency reshaping their roster espn.com. The Minnesota Vikings' quarterback situation took a dramatic turn when they signed Kyler Murray, a move that could impact both J.J. McCarthy's development and Justin Jefferson's fantasy value espn.com.
Defensive Reinforcements
The San Francisco 49ers welcomed back linebacker Dre Greenlaw on a one-year, $7.5 million contract espn.com, while defensive end Bryce Huff announced his retirement from the NFL espn.com. The Cincinnati Bengals made a significant defensive addition by agreeing to a two-year, $28 million deal with defensive tackle Jonathan Allen espn.com, and they also secured left tackle Orlando Brown Jr. with a two-year extension espn.com. The Philadelphia Eagles added to their pass rush by signing linebacker Arnold Ebiketie to a one-year, $7.3 million max deal espn.com.
Running Back Moves
The Seattle Seahawks addressed their backfield by agreeing to sign former Packers running back Emanuel Wilson to a one-year deal worth up to $2.1 million espn.com. The New Orleans Saints made a sentimental signing, bringing in running back Travis Etienne Jr., whose family ties to the team run deep espn.com. The Washington Commanders added running back Rachaad White to bolster their backfield espn.com.
Offensive Line Changes
The Carolina Panthers agreed to a deal with free agent left tackle Rasheed Walker espn.com, while the Cleveland Browns released starting offensive tackle Jack Conklin after six injury-marred seasons espn.com. The Bengals' offensive line moves included not only Brown's extension but also their aggressive approach to addressing line issues early in free agency espn.com.
Veteran Departures and Retirements
The Tennessee Titans released cornerback L'Jarius Sneed in a move that will save $11.4 million against the salary cap espn.com, though they did agree to a restructured contract with wide receiver Calvin Ridley to ensure he remains with the team for the 2026 season espn.com. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers saw Mike Evans exit in free agency as the team's all-time leader in most statistical categories espn.com.
Special Teams and Depth
The Miami Dolphins signed free agent wide receiver Tutu Atwell to a one-year deal espn.com, while the Atlanta Falcons reached agreement with former Colts defensive end Samson Ebukam espn.com. The Kansas City Chiefs added much-needed cornerback help by signing Kader Kohou espn.com, and the Los Angeles Rams hope to bring their strong cornerback tandem play to their new team with former Chiefs teammates Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson espn.com.
Front Office Moves
Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider expressed concern that Washington state's new income tax on high earners would eventually have a negative impact on the team's ability to sign free agents espn.com. The Jacksonville Jaguars' general manager James Gladstone pushed back against reports that the team was trying to trade receiver Brian Thomas Jr., calling such claims "fraudulent" espn.com.
Auction and Memorabilia
An expansive memorabilia collection belonging to late Colts owner Jim Irsay brought in more than $93 million via auction with Christie's espn.com, highlighting the continued strong market for NFL collectibles.
As free agency continues, teams are positioning themselves for the upcoming draft and the 2026 season. The New York Giants' aggressive approach, signing multiple former Baltimore Ravens players, has transformed them into what some are calling the "Baltimore Giants" espn.com. Meanwhile, questions remain about where top unsigned free agents like Aaron Rodgers and Deebo Samuel will land espn.com.