NFL Football 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 13, 2026, 9:44 PM ET
Free Agent Signings
The Buffalo Bills added safety Geno Stone to a one-year deal, joining a secondary that already includes C.J. Gardner-Johnson, who expressed his indifference to negative perceptions about him as a teammate. In Detroit, the Lions secured cornerback Roger McCreary on a similar one-year contract while the New York Jets made a significant investment in safety Andre Cisco, agreeing to a one-year deal worth up to $5.25M. Meanwhile, the Carolina Panthers bolstered their offensive line by agreeing to terms with former Packers left tackle Rasheed Walker.
Returning Home
New Orleans Saints running back Travis Etienne Jr. fulfilled a family dream by signing with the team that holds deep significance for his family, including naming his son after the franchise. Etienne also corrected pronunciations of his name, clarifying how fans and media should properly say it as he begins his new chapter with the Saints, marking a full-circle moment for the running back whose family roots run deep with the organization.
Cap Management & Financial Concerns
The Tennessee Titans created salary cap space by releasing cornerback L'Jarius Sneed, a move that will save the team $11.4 million against the salary cap after the player struggled through two injury-filled seasons. In Seattle, Seahawks general manager John Schneider warned about potential consequences of Washington state's new income tax on high earners, suggesting it could negatively impact the team's ability to attract and sign free agents in the future.