NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Major Free Agency Moves
The Kansas City Chiefs secured Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III on a lucrative deal, while also re-signing Travis Kelce to a one-year, $12 million contract with $15 million in potential incentives. The Chiefs' aggressive spending continued with cornerback Dee Alford agreeing to a three-year, $21 million deal and wide receiver Tyquan Thornton joining on a two-year, $11 million contract. Meanwhile, the Washington Commanders made a blockbuster move by signing defensive end Odafe Oweh to a four-year, $100 million contract, while also re-signing tackle Laremy Tunsil to a two-year extension with $60.2 million guaranteed.
Quarterback Carousel
The Atlanta Falcons acquired Tua Tagovailoa from Miami, creating questions about their offensive future if Michael Penix Jr. isn't ready. The Arizona Cardinals signed Gardner Minshew to a one-year, $8.25 million deal while also adding Tyler Allgeier to bolster their backfield. The Buffalo Bills as Josh Allen's backup on a two-year, $4.1 million deal, while the Cincinnati Bengals from Kansas City and decided against tendering Jake Browning, potentially opening the door for other quarterback moves.
Defensive Reinforcements
The Pittsburgh Steelers landed cornerback Jamel Dean on a three-year, $36.75 million deal and re-signed Asante Samuel Jr. for $4 million. They also added Rico Dowdle to their backfield on a two-year, $12.25 million contract. The Dallas Cowboys with safety Jalen Thompson on a three-year, $33 million deal, while the New York Jets, including linebacker Demario Davis and edge rushers Joseph Ossai and Kingsley Enagbare. The Cleveland Browns with guard Zion Johnson on a three-year, $49.5 million deal.
Offensive Line Movement
The New York Giants re-signed Jermaine Eluemunor to a three-year, $39 million deal, while the Los Angeles Raiders to a record-setting contract. The Detroit Lions from Carolina, and the Chicago Bears on a one-year, $10 million deal. The Baltimore Ravens to a three-year, $30 million contract, while the Green Bay Packers to free up $19.5 million in cap space.
Wide Receiver Shakeup
The San Francisco 49ers signed Mike Evans to a three-year deal, adding veteran leadership to their receiving corps. The Seattle Seahawks to a three-year, $51 million contract with $34.7 million guaranteed. The Tennessee Titans to reunite with former Giants offensive coordinator Brian Daboll. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and re-signed tight end Cade Otton, while the Pittsburgh Steelers in a separate move.
Trades and Cap Moves
The Green Bay Packers to the Cowboys for a 2027 draft pick, while the Indianapolis Colts to the Steelers and re-signed Alec Pierce. The Miami Dolphins to the Jets for a 2026 seventh-round pick. The Atlanta Falcons to free up $7.4 million in cap space, and the Denver Broncos one year after signing him to a three-year, $31.5 million contract.
Draft Compensatory Picks
The Baltimore Ravens, and Pittsburgh Steelers each received four compensatory draft picks for next month's NFL draft, the league maximum. These picks were awarded based on their losses and signings in last year's free agency period, giving these teams valuable assets as they continue building through the draft.
Legal and League News
Massachusetts prosecutors announced they will drop the domestic assault and battery charge against New England Patriots defensive lineman Christian Barmore due to insufficient evidence. Meanwhile, NFL labor negotiations with referees hit a rough patch, creating uncertainty about the upcoming season's officiating crews. The league continues to work through various contractual and operational challenges as free agency reshapes team rosters across the league.