NFL Football 8-Hour Briefing
×Major Quarterback Moves
Tua Tagovailoa is leaving the Dolphins to sign a one-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons. The Dolphins are replacing him by signing Malik Willis to handle their quarterback situation. Meanwhile, the Chiefs are adding Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III to their backfield, while Travis Kelce has informed the team he's returning for his 14th season.
High-Profile Free Agency Signings
The Commanders are making significant moves, landing Odafe Oweh on a four-year, $100 million deal and reaching agreements with Amik Robertson and Marcus Mariota. The Steelers are bolstering their secondary by agreeing to a $36.75 million deal with Jamel Dean. The Buccaneers are adding Kenneth Gainwell and Alex Anzalone while star wide receiver Mike Evans leaves for a three-year deal with the 49ers.
Defensive Additions Across the League
The Cowboys are trading for Rashan Gary while also reaching a deal with Jalen Thompson. The Jets are overhauling their defense with Demario Davis, Joseph Ossai, and Kingsley Enagbare. The Bengals are bolstering their defense with Boye Mafe and Bryan Cook. The Ravens have agreed to a three-year, $30 million contract with John Simpson.
Offensive Line Changes
The Packers are moving on from Elgton Jenkins to free up $19.5 million in cap space. The Browns have reached agreement with Zion Johnson on a three-year, $49.5 million deal. The Rams are adding Jaylen Watson while the Panthers have signed Jaelan Phillips. The Giants have reached an agreement with Isaiah Likely, reuniting him with coach John Harbaugh.
Notable Trades and Releases
The Colts are re-signing Alec Pierce but trading Michael Pittman Jr. to the Steelers. The Falcons have released Darnell Mooney and are also reaching a deal with Austin Hooper. The Cardinals are signing Tyler Allgeier to a two-year, $12.5 million deal. The Bears have agreed to sign Coby Bryant to a three-year, $40 million contract.
Contract Extensions and Retentions
The Commanders have avoided contract woes by re-signing Laremy Tunsil to a new two-year extension. The Jaguars are keeping Montaric "Buster" Brown on a three-year, $33 million deal. The Raiders have given Tyler Linderbaum a record deal. The Saints are spending $113 million on Travis Etienne Jr. and David Edwards.
Other Notable Moves
The Lions are signing Cade Mays while the Patriots have agreed to a three-year, $39.5 million contract with Dre'Mont Jones. The Buccaneers are bringing back Cade Otton on a three-year deal. The Chiefs' signing of Kenneth Walker III raises questions about his fantasy value and the team's future plans. The Dolphins have traded Minkah Fitzpatrick to the Jets in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round pick.