NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Player Transactions & Contract Moves
Ryan Kelly announced his retirement Friday after 10 NFL seasons, ending his career following an injury-plagued 2025 campaign with the Vikings. The Texans secured defensive end Danielle Hunter with a one-year, $40 million extension, while also releasing Joe Mixon after the veteran running back missed the entire 2025 season with a foot injury. The Browns restructured quarterback Deshaun Watson's contract again, freeing approximately $36 million in cap space. The Bears are releasing linebacker Tremaine Edmunds, creating $15 million in cap room. The Patriots reached a two-year, $7.4 million deal with restricted free agent quarterback Tommy DeVito.
Team Roster Moves
Buffalo parted ways with several veterans Friday, including nickel corner Taron Johnson, wide receiver Curtis Samuel, safety Taylor Rapp, and cornerback Dane Jackson as they work toward cap compliance. The Chargers signed free agent center Tyler Biadasz to replace the retired Bradley Bozeman. The Lions face uncertainty as offensive lineman Taylor Decker, their longest-tenured player, requested his release via social media. The Rams made another defensive splash by re-signing safety Kam Curl to a three-year, $36 million contract.
Offseason Developments
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones enjoyed a memorable weekend in Cabo for a camp, highlighting the lighter side of the offseason. The Bengals enter a crucial offseason period as Joe Burrow has challenged the organization to make meaningful changes, putting pressure on both the quarterback and head coach Zac Taylor. The Ravens face increasing urgency regarding Lamar Jackson's contract situation, with significant ramifications for Baltimore's future plans. The Texans continue their aggressive approach, adding Hunter to complement their other offseason moves.
Draft & Future Outlook
With the NFL draft approaching, Mike Clay released his rankings of 80 top skill-position prospects from the combine, with Jeremiyah Love earning the top spot. These evaluations will shape how teams approach the upcoming draft as they look to address roster needs and build for the future.