NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Contract Restructures and Cap Moves
The Ravens restructured Lamar Jackson's contract to create nearly $40 million in salary cap space, while the Vikings kept Aaron Jones on a restructured $5.6M deal to avoid releasing the veteran running back. The Steelers agreed to a one-year extension with defensive captain Cameron Heyward, and the Patriots saved $3.8 million by releasing linebacker Anfernee Jennings. Meanwhile, the Giants co-owners requested to transfer team stakes to their children's trusts through an NFL-approved restructuring.
Major Free Agent Signings
The Colts signed Daniel Jones to a two-year, $88M contract that could reach $100 million, while the Patriots secured Kevin Byard on a one-year, $9M deal to bolster their secondary. The Commanders added Chig Okonkwo on a three-year contract and signed K'Lavon Chaisson to a one-year deal, while the Browns signed Elgton Jenkins to a two-year contract one day after his Packers release. The Eagles reached agreement with Riq Woolen on a one-year, $15M deal, and the Saints reunited with Kaden Elliss on a three-year, $33M contract.
Veteran Returns and Special Teams
The Chargers brought back Trey Pipkins III on a two-year, $10M deal, while the Packers added Skyy Moore on a one-year contract to bolster their return game. The Giants signed Patrick Ricard to a two-year deal, reuniting him with former Ravens coach Brian Daboll. The Browns re-signed Teven Jenkins amid their offensive line overhaul, and the Jets added Nahshon Wright on a one-year, $5.5M deal to strengthen their secondary.
League Operations and Scheduling
The NFL reinstated its front office and coaching accelerator program, expanding it to include non-minority participants after a pause in 2025. The league is also considering adding a Thanksgiving Eve game to this season's schedule as it explores additional broadcast windows. Meanwhile, the Jets completed a trade for Geno Smith, bringing back their 2013 second-round pick before he could hit free agency.
Notable Pass Rush Additions
The Commanders agreed to a three-year, $24.75M deal with Leo Chenal to add depth to their linebacker corps. The market saw significant movement in edge rushers, with the Titans making strategic additions to their defensive front. The Ravens' pursuit of Maxx Crosby and subsequent signing of Trey Hendrickson highlighted the premium placed on pass-rushing talent this offseason.
Remembering NFL Legends
Matt Snell, the three-time Pro Bowl fullback who scored the only touchdown in the Jets' Super Bowl III upset of the Colts, died at age 84 from natural causes. Snell's 4-yard touchdown run in the third quarter helped secure the AFL's historic victory over the heavily favored NFL champion Baltimore Colts.