NFL Football 3h Briefing
×Last updated: April 20, 2026, 2:30 PM ET
NFL Personnel & Contracts
The market for veteran quarterbacks saw potential turbulence as free agent Jimmy Garoppolo considers retirement according to sources close to the situation, adding uncertainty to teams seeking experienced depth. Meanwhile, positional value continues to shift dramatically, exemplified by Brandon Aubrey securing the highest-paid kicker deal in league history with the Cowboys, a contract structure that demands attention when reviewing the league's top earners. This recent kicker agreement provides context for the broader financial stratification across the field, where comprehensive data shows who currently leads all positions in average annual value, ranging from quarterbacks down to punters.