Last updated: March 23, 2026, 4:30 PM ET
AFC West Roster Moves & Contract News
The Seattle Seahawks aggressively retained one of their premier receiving talents, agreeing to terms with wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba on a massive four-year, $168.6 million extension, which establishes him as the highest-paid wide receiver in NFL history based on average annual value. Simultaneously, Seattle moved to secure depth by matching an offer sheet the Jacksonville Jaguars submitted for wide receiver Jake Bobo, ensuring both young pass-catchers remain in the organization. In New England, the Patriots are preparing to release backup quarterback Joshua Dobbs, a move that sources indicate cements Sam DeVito's role as the primary backup signal-caller behind the presumed starter.
Free Agency Shuffles & Historical Context
In moves shaping the NFC South, linebacker Christian Rozeboom is departing Tampa Bay's rivals to sign with the Buccaneers after leaving the Carolina Panthers as a free agent, according to agents for the player. This flurry of signings prompts a look back at the effectiveness of large NFL contracts, as analysis of megadeals signed between 2013 and 2022 reveals that substantial guaranteed money does not always correlate directly with sustained stardom or success, offering a mixed historical precedent for the massive commitment made to Smith-Njigba in Seattle this week.