NFL Football 8-Hour Briefing
×NFL Transactions & Moves
The Baltimore Ravens scrapped a previously agreed-upon trade for Las Vegas Raiders edge rusher Maxx Crosby, creating a significant ripple in the defensive market just days before the new league year. This reversal leaves Crosby, a four-time Pro Bowler, in limbo and potentially available for other suitors, while the Ravens pivot to other needs. In a related move addressing their backfield, former Baltimore fullback Patrick Ricard joined the New York Giants on a two-year deal, reuniting with coach Brian Daboll and providing a powerful blocking presence.
Defensive Front Seven Upgrades
The Pittsburgh Steelers secured their longtime defensive captain, extending Cameron Heyward on a one-year deal. The 34-year-old, a six-time Pro Bowler, provides veteran leadership on a defensive line that remains a core strength. Elsewhere, the Washington Commanders bolstered their linebacker corps by agreeing to a three-year, $24.75 million contract with Leo Chenal, a versatile player coming off a strong season with the Kansas City Chiefs. The New Orleans Saints, meanwhile, re-signed original draft pick Kaden Elliss to a three-year, $33 million deal, locking down a key piece of their linebacking unit after his productive three-year stint with the Denver Broncos.
Offense & Special Teams Additions
The Green Bay Packers added a dynamic playmaker to their return game, signing wide receiver and kick returner Skyy Moore to a one-year deal. Moore, a former fourth-round pick, will compete to fill the void left by the departure of Aaron Jones and provide spark on special teams. The Cleveland Browns shored up their offensive line by agreeing to a two-year contract with guard/center Elgton Jenkins, who was released by the Packers after six seasons; Jenkins brings valuable versatility and experience to a unit that protected quarterback Deshaun Watson well last season.
Secondary Moves & Legacy
The Philadelphia Eagles signed free agent cornerback Riq Woolen to a one-year deal worth up to $15 million, adding a young, long corner with starting experience from his time with the Seattle Seahawks to a secondary seeking depth. In franchise history news, the football world mourned the passing of Matt Snell, the three-time Pro Bowl fullback who scored the lone touchdown in the New York Jets' historic Super Bowl III victory. Snell, died of natural causes; his powerful running defined the Jets' offense during their championship era.