NFL Football 8-Hour Briefing
×NFL Free Agency Frenzy
Free agency exploded as the Jets overhauled their defense, striking deals with linebacker Demario Davis and edge rushers Joseph Ossai and Kingsley Enagbare. The Giants reached agreement with former Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely on a three-year deal, reuniting him with head coach John Harbaugh.
Veteran Moves and Retentions
The Commanders locked up LT Laremy Tunsil with a two-year extension featuring $60.2 million guaranteed. The Buccaneers added Kenneth Gainwell and linebacker Alex Anzalone on two-year deals while bringing back tight end Cade Otton for three years. The Texans kept Ed Ingram and Sheldon Rankins with multiyear contracts to avoid free agency losses.
Cornerback Carousel
The Rams added Jaylen Watson from the Chiefs on a three-year deal. The Steelers re-signed Asante Samuel Jr. to a one-year, $4 million contract. The Jaguars kept Montaric "Buster" Brown with a three-year, $33 million deal. The Raiders brought back Eric Stokes on a three-year, $30 million contract.
Quarterback Developments
The Dolphins cut Tua Tagovailoa, prompting the Falcons to pursue him in free agency. The Bengals won't tender Jake Browning, who started 10 games over three seasons. The Dolphins acquired Minkah Fitzpatrick from the Dolphins in a trade for a 2026 seventh-round pick. The Dolphins signed Malik Willis after he revived his career with the Packers.
Trade Market Heats Up
The Colts re-signed Alec Pierce but traded Michael Pittman Jr. to the Steelers. The Packers sent Rashan Gary to the Cowboys for a 2027 draft pick. The Lions signed Cade Mays, who started 12 games for the Panthers in 2025.
Super Bowl Impact
Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III agreed to join the Chiefs. Tight end Travis Kelce informed the Chiefs he's returning for his 14th season. The Ravens signed Jaelan Phillips and guard John Simpson to three-year deals worth $30 million and $30 million respectively.
Contract Extensions and New Deals
The Bears signed Coby Bryant to a three-year, $40 million deal. The Falcons agreed to terms with Austin Hooper on a one-year, $3.25 million contract. The Patriots reached a deal with Dre'Mont Jones on a three-year, $39.5 million contract.
Labor Relations
NFL labor talks with referees hit a rough patch, as negotiations on a new collective bargaining agreement are not in a good place, sources told ESPN.