NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Last updated: March 15, 2026, 6:38 PM ET
NFL Free Agency Frenzy
The Eagles retained tight end Goedert on a one-year deal to keep their veteran core intact for the 2026 season, while the Giants added wide receiver Mooney to a contract worth up to $10 million, bolstering their receiving corps. Meanwhile, the Panthers brought back safety Scott after his career-high 111-tackle season, and added tackle Walker to strengthen their offensive line. The Titans restructured Ridley's contract to keep their star receiver in Nashville, while the Steelers' offseason moves including signing Pittman Jr. and Dowdle signal a shift toward a physical, run-first offense under new coordinator Mike McCarthy.
Quarterback Carousel
The Chargers re-signed QB Lance to provide depth behind their starter, while the Bengals added veteran Josh Johnson for quarterback depth behind Joe Burrow. The Jets agreed to terms with safety Cisco on a $5.25 million deal, and brought back cornerback Durant for $5.5 million, showing their aggressive approach to free agency. The Bills added safety Stone and veteran Gardner-Johnson to their secondary, with Gardner-Johnson saying he's unbothered by criticism about his reputation as a teammate.
Running Back Movement
The Saints signed Travis Etienne Jr. to a deal that has personal significance as he named his son after the team, while the Seahawks agreed to terms with RB Wilson to replace departing Kenneth Walker III. The Lions added cornerback McCreary to their secondary, and the Cowboys reached agreement with Durant to bolster their defensive backfield.
Defensive Additions
The Buccaneers signed pass rusher Muhammad to a one-year, $6 million deal after his 11-sack season, while the Eagles added linebacker Ebiketie on a one-year, $7.3 million contract to enhance their pass rush. The Jets' aggressive free agency approach included signing both Cisco and Durant, while the Bills strengthened their secondary with Stone and Gardner-Johnson.
Notable Releases and Retirements
The Titans released cornerback Sneed in a move that saves $11.4 million against the salary cap after two injury-plagued seasons. The Steelers lost wide receiver Austin to the Giants on a one-year, $4.5 million deal, while the Saints' new coach Kellen Moore ushers in a younger era that has impacted some longtime players.
Off-Field Developments
The late Colts owner Jim Irsay's memorabilia collection netted $93 million at auction through Christie's, setting records for sports memorabilia sales. The Jaguars' GM denied trade rumors about Thomas Jr., calling reports that they were shopping the third-year receiver "fraudulent claims." The Seahawks' GM expressed concern about Washington's new income tax, believing it could negatively impact their ability to sign free agents in the future.
As free agency continues, analysts are evaluating which teams improved most, with the 49ers among those highlighted for their moves. Meanwhile, questions remain about where top remaining free agents will land, including players like Jauan Jennings, Joey Bosa, and potentially Kirk Cousins. The Colts' bumpy free agency that saw them keep Daniel Jones and Alec Pierce but miss out on Trey Hendrickson has left their offseason grade uncertain.