NFL Football 8-Hour Briefing
×NFL Free Agency Moves
The Giants secured Patrick Ricard with a two-year deal, reuniting the former Ravens fullback with coach John Harbaugh. Meanwhile, the Steelers extended Cameron Heyward on a one-year contract, keeping their longtime defensive captain in Pittsburgh. In a surprising development, the Ravens backed out of the Maxx Crosby trade after medical concerns emerged during the defensive end's physical examination.
Defensive Additions
The Commanders landed Leo Chenal on a three-year, $24.75 million contract to bolster their linebacker corps. The Eagles added Riq Woolen with a one-year, $15 million deal to strengthen their secondary. The Jets signed Nahshon Wright to a one-year, $5.5 million contract for additional cornerback depth. The Saints reunited with Kaden Elliss on a three-year, $33 million deal, bringing back the linebacker who originally entered the NFL as their 2020 draft pick.
Offensive Line Moves
The Browns signed Elgton Jenkins to a two-year deal just one day after releasing him from Green Bay. They also re-signed Teven Jenkins as part of their offensive line overhaul, with the guard having started four games last season. The Texans bolstered their offensive line by signing tackle Braden Smith to a two-year, $25 million contract with $13.5 million guaranteed.
Special Teams Updates
The Texans made Ka'imi Fairbairn the NFL's highest-paid kicker with a two-year, $13 million extension. The Packers added Skyy Moore on a one-year deal to enhance their return game, bringing in the wide receiver/kick returner.
Major Transactions
The Patriots landed Romeo Doubs with a four-year, up-to-$80 million contract from the Packers. In a blockbuster move, the Jets traded for Geno Smith, reuniting the quarterback with the team that drafted him in 2013. Travis Kelce revealed Taylor Swift's influence on his decision to return for his 14th season with the Chiefs.
Remembering a Legend
The NFL community mourned Matt Snell, the three-time Pro Bowl fullback who scored the only touchdown in the Jets' Super Bowl III victory over the Colts. Snell died Tuesday at age 84 from natural causes.