NFL Football 8-Hour Briefing
×Major Free Agency Moves
Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III is joining the Chiefs on a significant contract, sources say. Star wide receiver Mike Evans is leaving the Buccaneers for a three-year deal with the 49ers. The Bengals secured former Chiefs safety Bryan Cook for $42.5 million over three years.
High-Profile Signings
Tyler Linderbaum reached a record deal with the Raiders as a free agent center. The Steelers added former Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean on a $36.75 million contract. The Saints spent $113 million on running back Travis Etienne Jr. and guard David Edwards.
Veteran Returns
Travis Kelce informed the Chiefs he's returning for his 14th season in Kansas City. The Seahawks are re-signing cornerback Josh Jobe to a three-year, $24 million deal. The Commanders brought back backup quarterback Marcus Mariota on a one-year, $7 million contract.
Offensive Line Reinforcements
Free agent guard Zion Johnson and the Browns agreed to a three-year, $49.5 million deal. The Ravens added guard John Simpson on a three-year, $30 million contract. The Lions signed former Panthers center Cade Mays.
Cornerback Market Heats Up
Amik Robertson and the Commanders reached a two-year, $16 million deal. Jaylen Watson is heading to the Rams on a three-year contract. Asante Samuel Jr. is returning to the Steelers on a one-year, $4 million deal.
Running Back Carousel
Arizona Cardinals signed RB Tyler Allgeier to a two-year, $12.5 million deal. The Buccaneers added Kenneth Gainwell on a two-year contract. The Panthers landed linebacker Jaelan Phillips on a four-year deal.
Defensive Additions
The Jets overhauled their defense by adding linebacker Demario Davis and two pass rushers. The Bears agreed to sign former Seahawks defensive back Coby Bryant to a three-year, $40 million deal. The Texans retained guard Ed Ingram and defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins.
Tight End Moves
The Giants reached an agreement with former Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely. The Falcons and tight end Austin Hooper agreed to a one-year, $3.25 million contract. The Buccaneers are bringing back veteran tight end Cade Otton.
Trade Activity
The Colts re-signed wide receiver Alec Pierce but traded Michael Pittman Jr. to the Steelers. The Packers are finalizing a deal sending defensive lineman Rashan Gary to the Cowboys. The Dolphins traded Minkah Fitzpatrick to the Jets.
Other Notable Moves
The Titans added wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson, reuniting him with offensive coordinator Brian Daboll. The Jaguars will keep cornerback Montaric "Buster" Brown on a three-year, $33 million deal. The Commanders avoided contract woes by re-signing LT Laremy Tunsil to an extension.
League Developments
NFL labor talks with referees have hit a rough patch in negotiations. The Bengals are not tendering restricted free agent quarterback Jake Browning. The Raiders are bringing back cornerback Eric Stokes on a three-year, $30 million deal.