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The 49ers bring back Kyle Juszczyk days after cutting him, AP source says
Josh Dubow, Associated Press | Posted March 15 - 9:20 a.m. | Save Story
Fullback Kyle Juszczyk is returning to the San Francisco 49ers on a two-year, $8 million contract just days after being cut, according to a person familiar with the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal, which was first reported by ESPN, hadn't been announced. The 33-year-old Juszczyk was one of the first players signed after coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch took over in 2017 and has been a key part of the offense since then thanks to his versatility.
Chargers sign Super Bowl champion guard Mekhi Becton
The Associated Press | Updated March 15 - 12:27 a.m. | Save Story
The Los Angeles Chargers beefed up their offensive line by signing guard Mekhi Becton. The 6-7, 363-pound Becton started 19 games at right guard last season for the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles, helping pave the way for running back Saquon Barkley to rush for 2,504 yards and 13 touchdowns. Becton was the No. 11 pick in the 2020 NFL Draft by the New York Jets out of Louisville. The Chargers also agreed to terms with linebacker Del'Shawn Phillips. The 28-year-old played for Houston last season on a one-year deal. Phillips has appeared in 72 career games with the Texans, Baltimore, New York Jets and Buffalo.
Cooper Kupp agrees to terms with his home state Seahawks on 3-year, $45 million deal, AP source says
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Updated March 14 - 5:33 p.m. | Save Story
A person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press that Cooper Kupp and the Seattle Seahawks have agreed on a three-year, $45 million contract. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity Friday because the contract hasn't been signed. Kupp, the Super Bowl 56 MVP, was released by the Los Angeles Rams on Wednesday. He'll help replace DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett in Seattle, which traded quarterback Geno Smith and signed Sam Darnold in free agency. Kupp starred in college at Eastern Washington and was the AP Offensive Player of the Year in 2021.
CB Dane Jackson rejoins Bills. Team also adds WR Laviska Shenault, offensive lineman Kendrick Green
John Wawrow, Associated Press | Updated March 14 - 5:10 p.m. | Save Story
Cornerback Dane Jackson is back in Buffalo, and the Bills also added positional depth at receiver by signing Laviska Shenault and interior offensive lineman Kendrick Green. The additions close a busy 10-day stretch for general manager Brandon Beane in filling roster holes in free agency while also locking in key players to long-term contracts. Beane said the team is now close to the salary cap limit, though he didn't rule out the potential of freeing up more space if it means improving the five-time defending AFC East champions' roster.
Bills have 2 free-agent additions facing 6-game NFL suspensions for PEDs, GM Beane reveals
John Wawrow, Associated Press | Updated March 14 - 4:40 p.m. | Save Story
The Buffalo Bills stand to open the season minus two new free-agent defensive line additions upon learning Larry Ogunjobi and Michael Hoecht both face six-game suspensions for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing drugs policy. General manager Brandon Beane said Friday that the team was aware of Hoecht's positive test before agreeing to sign the hybrid defensive lineman/linebacker to a three-year contract on Monday. As for Ogunjobi, Beane said the player revealed he had just received notice of testing positive upon arriving at the team's facility to sign a one-year contract the two sides agreed to on Tuesday.
Developers reveal proposal for new Chicago Bears stadium on city's South Side
Andrew Seligman, Associated Press | Posted March 14 - 3:58 p.m. | Save Story
The developers of a tract of land on Chicago's South Side have launched a Hail Mary they hope keeps the Bears in the city, revealing renderings for an enclosed stadium and mixed-use development on the site of the old Michael Reese Hospital. The plan released Friday by Chicago's Farpoint Development calls for both a $3.2 billion, 75,000-seat stadium to house the founding NFL franchise as well as $356 million in parking and infrastructure to be financed privately. It also includes a park bridge to be built over Lake Shore Drive and 5 million square feet of "neighboring development opportunities." Farpoint said $600 million in public funding would be needed.
Chiefs signing DL Jerry Tillery and bringing back RB Kareem Hunt, AP source says
Dave Skretta, Associated Press | Posted March 14 - 3:48 p.m. | Save Story
Two people familiar with the deals told The Associated Press on Friday that the Chiefs are signing defensive lineman Jerry Tillery and bringing back running back Kareem Hunt, who stepped in last season and helped them reach the Super Bowl. The people spoke on condition of anonymity because neither signing has been announced. Both are one-year deals. The 28-year-old Tillery was a first-round pick of the AFC West-rival Chargers in 2019, then continued his tour of the division by playing for the Raiders. He spent last year with the Vikings, making 11 starts while appearing in all 17 games. Hunt helped the Chiefs reach the Super Bowl last season, running for touchdowns in playoff wins over Houston and Buffalo.
After finishing last season with Patrick Mahomes, DeAndre Hopkins gets to play with Lamar Jackson
The Associated Press | Posted March 14 - 3:42 p.m. | Save Story
DeAndre Hopkins moved from one two-time MVP quarterback to another. After reaching the Super Bowl last season with Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, Hopkins will now play with Lamar Jackson and Baltimore after reaching a one-year deal with the Ravens. Baltimore's offense was dazzling last season as Jackson threw for a career-high 4,172 yards and finished with a passer rating of 119.6. The Ravens don't necessarily need Hopkins to regain the form that made him an all-Pro from 2017-19. He did reach 1,000 yards receiving in 2023 before putting up more pedestrian numbers last season.
Patriots announce deals with Epps, Hollins, Hooper and Tonga
The Associated Press | Posted March 14 - 3:41 p.m. | Save Story
The New England Patriots continued to add to their growing list of free agent signings, announcing deals on Friday with safety Marcus Epps, receiver Mack Hollins, tight end Austin Hooper and defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga. Terms of the deals were not announced by the team, but Epps' confirmed on social media that his new pact is for one year and worth up to $4.4 million. He spent last season with the Las Vegas Raiders and is coming off offseason knee surgery but is expected to be ready by the start of training camp. Hollins' agency said his two-year deal is worth up to $8.4 million. Hooper is back in New England on a reported two-year, $5 million deal.
Cowboys reuniting with pass rusher Dante Fowler on 1-year deal, AP sources say
Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press | Posted March 14 - 2:16 p.m. | Save Story
Two people with knowledge of the deal tell The Associated Press that the Dallas Cowboys are turning to a familiar face to boost their pass rush by agreeing with free agent Dante Fowler on a one-year contract worth up to $8 million. Fowler first joined the Cowboys in 2022 to reunite with Dan Quinn, his former coach in Atlanta. The 30-year-old followed Quinn last year when Quinn took over as Washington's coach after three years as the defensive coordinator in Dallas. Fowler had 10 1/2 sacks for the Commanders. He had 10 sacks total in two seasons with the Cowboys.
Signing of veteran backup Brandon Allen points to the Titans using No. 1 draft pick on QB
Teresa M. Walker, Associated Press | Updated March 14 - 2:04 p.m. | Save Story
The Tennessee Titans hold the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft, and all signs point toward the team using that selection on a quarterback. The Titans announced that they had agreed to a contract with 32-year-old journeyman Brandon Allen, who spent last season backing up Brock Purdy in San Francisco. The quarterback, a sixth-round pick in 2016 out of Arkansas, has played for Denver, Cincinnati and the 49ers. Terms were not announced. Allen has started 10 of his 18 career games, throwing for 1,810 yards with 11 touchdowns and eight interceptions. He has a passer rating of 76.2.
Myles Garrett thinks Browns are in a better place after extension, discussions about team's future
Joe Reedy, Associated Press | Posted March 14 - 11:35 a.m. | Save Story
Cleveland edge rusher Myles Garrett believes a trade request and voicing his frustrations during Super Bowl week about the Browns' 3-14 campaign was the catalyst for more conversations with general manager Andrew Berry about the franchise's future. Instead of being traded, Garrett agreed to a four-year contract extension with an annual value of $40 million that makes him the highest-paid non-QB in NFL history.
NFL Draft: How to watch, dates, draft order and potential top picks
The Associated Press | Posted March 14 - 11:17 a.m. | Save Story
Quarterbacks Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders figure to be among the top picks in next month's NFL draft, though there's no current consensus that either player will be the No. 1 overall selection. The three-day draft is scheduled for April 24-26 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, which is the home of the Green Bay Packers. The Tennessee Titans have the No. 1 overall pick, followed by the Cleveland Browns at No. 2 and New York Giants at No. 3.
Micah Parsons starts social media spat after DeMarcus Lawrence says Cowboys can't win Super Bowl
The Associated Press | Posted March 13 - 10:36 p.m. | Save Story
Star pass rusher Micah Parsons of the Cowboys and now-former teammate DeMarcus Lawrence traded barbs on social media after Lawrence said he chose Seattle in free agency in part because he was never going to win a Super Bowl with Dallas. Parsons says "this is what rejection and envy looks like," with a clown emoji. Lawrence responds by saying maybe he would still be in Dallas if Parsons spent "less time tweeting and more time winning." The Cowboys haven't reached the Super Bowl since winning the franchise's fifth title almost 30 years ago. Lawrence signed a three-year deal with Seattle after 11 seasons with the Cowboys.
Sam Darnold hopes to 'do something very, very special' as Seahawks' new QB
Anne M. Peterson, Associated Press | Posted March 13 - 6:19 p.m. | Save Story
Once the Seattle Seahawks traded quarterback Geno Smith, Sam Darnold saw his opening. The Seahawks introduced Darnold on Thursday after he signed a three-year deal he agreed to earlier in the week. The contract is worth $100.5 million, and Darnold will make $37.5 million this season. The 27-year-old Darnold reunites with new Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak. The two worked together in 2023 when Darnold backed up Brock Purdy with the San Francisco 49ers. Darnold struggled in three seasons with the New York Jets and two with Carolina before breaking through in 2024 with the Minnesota Vikings.
The 49ers flip long snappers, signing Jon Weeks to replace Taybor Pepper
The Associated Press | Posted March 13 - 6:11 p.m. | Save Story
The San Francisco 49ers made a long snapper switch, cutting Taybor Pepper after five seasons in the role and signing free agent Jon Weeks from Houston. Pepper took over the long snapping role early in the 2020 season in San Francisco and missed only one game in that span when he was on the COVID list for the 2020 finale. The Niners overhauled their special teams operation this offseason, firing coordinator Brian Schneider and hiring Brant Boyer. San Francisco has targeted several special teams players early in free agency and now have made a switch at long snapper.
Saints add cornerback Isaac Yiadom, tight end Jack Stoll and lineman Will Clapp in free agency
The Associated Press | Posted March 13 - 5:26 p.m. | Save Story
The New Orleans Saints have signed cornerback Isaac Yiadom, tight end Jack Stoll and offensive lineman Will Clapp to free agent contracts. Yiadom played for San Francisco last season and now returns to the club with which he spent the 2022 and 2023 seasons. His new contract spans three years. The 6-foot-4, 247-pound Stoll is a four-year veteran out of Nebraska who spent last season with Philadelphia and Miami. He signed a one-year contract with New Orleans. The 6-5, 314-pound Clapp is a New Orleans native and former LSU player. He now returns on a one-year deal to the team that drafted him in the seventh round in 2018. He played for Buffalo the Los Angeles Chargers in 2023.
Joey Bosa joins Bills, seeking to reestablish himself as premier NFL pass rusher
John Wawrow, Associated Press | Posted March 13 - 5:24 p.m. | Save Story
Joey Bosa knows he's not getting any younger. What he doesn't consider himself is old news. That's how Bosa put it during a news conference after signing his one-year $12.6 million contract with the Buffalo Bills. Bosa is four months shy of turning 30, and he's hoping to reestablish himself as one of the NFL's premier pass rushers after he was slowed by injuries the past three seasons. The NFL's defensive rookie of the year in 2016 acknowledged that time is running short and he's not sure how many big moments he has left.
Fresh off a whirlwind week, DK Metcalf isn't worried about who will throw him the ball in Pittsburgh
Will Graves, Associated Press | Updated March 13 - 5:18 p.m. | Save Story
he's good with it.
Davante Adams enjoyed Sean McVay's intense efforts to recruit him to the Rams
Dan Greenspan, Associated Press | Posted March 13 - 4:49 p.m. | Save Story
Davante Adams has long been one of the most physical wide receivers in the NFL, but he couldn't break free from the tenacious recruitment press of Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay. Adams says McVay's attentiveness was one of the main reasons he signed a two-year contract that could be worth up to $46 million to join the Rams. Adams is coming off his sixth career 1,000-yard receiving season, finishing with 85 catches, 1,063 yards and eight touchdowns in 14 games with the Las Vegas Raiders and New York Jets.
Commanders are re-signing wide receiver Noah Brown to 1-year deal, AP source says
Stephen Whyno, Associated Press | Updated March 13 - 4:03 p.m. | Save Story
Noah Brown is returning to the Washington Commanders. The wide receiver who caught rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels' desperation pass for one of the team's signature moments last season is re-signing on a one-year contract worth up to $4.5 million, a person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press. Brown made 35 catches for 453 yards in 11 games with the Commanders after getting cut by Houston and signing with them prior to Week 1. The now 29-year-old left Washington's Dec. 1 game against Tennessee with what turned out to be a kidney injury and missed the rest of the season and the playoff run to the NFC championship game.
Dolphins bring in Alexander Mattison to bolster running back room, AP source says
Alanis Thames, Associated Press | Posted March 13 - 3:59 p.m. | Save Story
The Miami Dolphins added a power-running veteran to their running back room on Thursday, agreeing to a deal with Alexander Mattison, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal had not been finalized. Mattison spent the first five seasons of his career in Minnesota. He had four TDs and 420 yards last season with Las Vegas. The Dolphins also bolstered their offensive line by signing veteran guard James Daniels and offensive lineman Larry Borom, and they added receiver help with Nick Westbrook-Ikhine.
Veteran cornerback Adoree Jackson and the Eagles agree on 1-year deal, AP source says
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Posted March 13 - 3:41 p.m. | Save Story
Cornerback Adoree Jackson and the Philadelphia Eagles have agreed on a one-year contract, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Thursday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the team hasn't announced the deal. Jackson, a first-round pick by Tennessee in 2017, spent the past four seasons with the New York Giants. He has started 82 games, including five last year. Jackson helps provide depth after the Super Bowl champion Eagles released Darius Slay earlier in the week. Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean, who had standout rookie seasons, are two of Philadelphia's three starting cornerbacks.
Jaguars sign free agents to 'raise the floor.' They'll use the draft to raise ceiling of the team
Mark Long, Associated Press | Posted March 13 - 3:21 p.m. | Save Story
Jacksonville's approach to free agency was much different than what the floundering franchise tried to accomplish in recent years. It was selective shopping instead of overpriced spending. The Jaguars signed nine free agents, including four plug-and-play starters, in what was clearly an overhauled strategy to rebuild the roster. First-time general manager James Gladstone, first-time head coach Liam Coen and first-time executive vice president Tony Boselli teamed up to take a measured path toward sustainability. Gladstone says "what we were seeking to do in pro free agency was to raise the floor of this football team." The Jaguars will use the draft to raise the ceiling.
Vikings trade former starting guard Ed Ingram to Texans for 6th-round pick in 2026 draft
The Associated Press | Posted March 13 - 3:03 p.m. | Save Story
The Minnesota Vikings traded guard Ed Ingram to the Houston Texans for a 2026 sixth-round draft pick. The fourth-year player was supplanted in the starting lineup during the 2024 season. Ingram started 41 games at right guard over three years for the Vikings. He was drafted out of LSU in the second round of a 2022 draft that has been a significant letdown for the Vikings at several positions. Ingram was replaced by Dalton Risner midway through last season after continually struggling in pass protection. The deal will trim about $3.4 million off Minnesota's salary cap charges for 2025.
Ravens sign linebacker Jake Hummel, who played his first 3 seasons with the Rams
The Associated Press | Posted March 13 - 2:59 p.m. | Save Story
The Baltimore Ravens have signed linebacker Jake Hummel. The Ravens announced the move Thursday. Hummel spent his first three NFL seasons with the Los Angeles Rams. The 26-year-old Hummel has played in 41 games, making one start. He has 15 career tackles on defense, plus 16 more on special teams. Baltimore has lost linebackers Malik Harrison and Chris Board to free agency so far this offseason. The Ravens' lone major acquisition has been wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins. They also were able to retain left tackle Ronnie Stanley before he reached the open market.
Titans bolster linebacking group with Cody Barton, boost offensive line in free agency
The Associated Press | Posted March 13 - 2:58 p.m. | Save Story
The Tennessee Titans took a step toward fixing the interior of their defensive front by signing linebacker Cody Barton to a three-year contract among a handful of signings announced Thursday. The Titans traded linebacker Kenneth Murray to Dallas for a sixth-round pick despite him starting 14 games with 95 tackles and a career-high 3 1/2 sacks. Barton now gets to work behind Pro Bowl defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons, T'Vondre Sweat and also Dre'Mont Jones, who is newly signed to a one-year deal. They hold the No. 1 overall pick in the April draft and have a new general manager in Mike Borgonzi.
Patriots front office still has high aspirations after initial group of free agency signings
Kyle Hightower, Associated Press | Posted March 13 - 2:26 p.m. | Save Story
The New England Patriots' front office leadership is proud of the initial steps they've made at the start of free agency. They also want to make it clear that they aren't done yet. The team introduced free agent signings defensive tackle Milton Williams, cornerback Carlton Davis III, offensive lineman Morgan Moses and linebacker Robert Spillane. Linebacker Harold Landry III wasn't present, but visited the team facility previously to sign his contract. The four-year, $104 million deal for Williams makes him the top-paid player in Patriots history by average annual value. While Williams acknowledged there were teams bidding for his services at the start of free agency, he said the Patriots' pursuit won out.
Commanders, Bears, Patriots among the biggest winners in NFL free agency so far
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Posted March 13 - 12:02 p.m. | Save Story
The NFL's new year officially kicked off Wednesday, two days after teams began spending big money in free agency. The Washington Commanders, Chicago Bears and New England Patriots are among the biggest winners. The Commanders made two major moves through trades, acquiring star wide receiver Deebo Samuel and five-time Pro Bowl left tackle Laremy Tunsil to surround Jayden Daniels with even more talent on a team that reached the NFC championship game.
Patriots release veteran center, captain David Andrews in ongoing remaking of roster
Kyle Hightower, Associated Press | Updated March 13 - 10:59 a.m. | Save Story
The New England Patriots have released longtime center David Andrews, the latest move in the remaking of the roster under coach Mike Vrabel. With the departure of Andrews there are now no remaining offensive starters from the Patriots' 2018 Super Bowl championship team. An undrafted free agent in 2015, the 32-year-old veteran earned the starting center job and spent nine seasons in New England, also winning a championship ring with the team in 2016. Andrews played in 124 regular-season games with 121 starts with the Patriots and played in 12 postseason games with 10 starts, including three straight Super Bowls.
Former Super Bowl MVPs Aaron Rodgers and Cooper Kupp hit the open market
Josh Dubow, Associated Press | Updated March 12 - 11:21 p.m. | Save Story
The NFL league year kicked off with two former Super Bowl MVPs hitting the open market. The Los Angeles Rams cut receiver Cooper Kupp just days after signing Davante Adams to be his replacement and the New York Jets released quarterback Aaron Rodgers following a failed two-year stint. A handful of teams could still be in search of a starting quarterback, including the New York Giants, Pittsburgh and possibly Minnesota
Jets make it official and release quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who's now a first-time free agent
Dennis Waszak Jr., Associated Press | Posted March 12 - 11:19 p.m. | Save Story
Aaron Rodgers is officially no longer a member of the New York Jets. As expected, the team released the four-time MVP with a post-June 1 designation. The 41-year-old quarterback can join another team as an unrestricted free agent for the first time in his career if he stills intends to play a 21st NFL season. The Jets absorbed a $49 million dead money charge by cutting Rodgers, but are able to spread that over two years instead of one. On Monday, New York agreed to terms with former Steelers and Bears quarterback Justin Fields on a two-year deal.
Vikings bring in Javon Hargrave to further bolster defensive front, bring back safety Harrison Smith
Dave Campbell, Associated Press | Updated March 12 - 10:19 p.m. | Save Story
The Minnesota Vikings made another major move on their interior defensive redesign by agreeing to terms on a contract with two-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman Javon Hargrave. The Vikings also shored up their secondary by bringing back 14th-year veteran safety Harrison Smith. Hargrave was released by the San Francisco 49ers after playing in only three games in 2024 because of a torn triceps. The 6-foot-2, 305-pound Hargrave was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2016 and blossomed into one of the NFL's best interior pass rushers. He had a career-high 11 sacks in 2022 for the NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles.
NFL players score a shot at Hollywood through hands-on training sessions with filmmaker Deon Taylor
Jonathan Landrum Jr., Associated Press | Updated March 12 - 10:16 p.m. | Save Story
which has featured panelists including entertainers Tyrese Gibson and Master P along with NFL player Vernon Davis. This year, athletes eager to break into film had the opportunity to learn from Taylor and Ephraim Salaam, who successfully transitioned from the NFL to Hollywood.
Chargers sign former Steelers running back Najee Harris and cornerback Donte Jackson
The Associated Press | Updated March 12 - 9:25 p.m. | Save Story
The Los Angeles Chargers have signed former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris and free agent cornerback Donte Jackson. The team also re-signed linebackers Denzel Perryman and Troy Dye along with wide receiver Jalen Reagor. They added cornerback Benjamin St-Juste from the Washington Commanders. And the Chargers are bringing back wide receiver Mike Williams, who was released last year after tearing his ACL in 2023. Harris brings durability, having started all 68 regular-season games with the Steelers. He topped 1,000 yards rushing in each of his first four NFL seasons.
49ers cut 2 more players, increasing 2025 dead cap charge to more than $86 million
Josh Dubow, Associated Press | Updated March 12 - 8:41 p.m. | Save Story
The San Francisco 49ers cut defensive linemen Javon Hargrave and Maliek Collins at the start of the new league year in the latest moves to overhaul the roster. The 49ers have cut four key contributors, traded star receiver Deebo Samuel to Washington and saw seven other free agents leave for other teams this week as the team resets the roster following a disappointing 6-11 season in 2024. The moves come with a cost as the Niners are currently projected to have more than $86 million allotted to players no longer on the team through dead money charges.
The 49ers agree to a 2-year contract with QB Mac Jones, AP source says
Josh Dubow, Associated Press | Updated March 12 - 8:36 p.m. | Save Story
Quarterback Mac Jones will finally join the San Francisco 49ers four years after the team nearly drafted him third overall. Jones agreed to a two-year deal worth $7 million with $5 million guaranteed to join the Niners, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Wednesday night. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal hadn't been announced, saying it had a maximum value of $11.5 million.
Woman who accused Chiefs WR Xavier Worthy of attacking her granted protective order by Texas judge
Dave Skretta, Associated Press | Posted March 12 - 7:33 p.m. | Save Story
The woman who accused Xavier Worthy of attacking her, resulting in a case in which the district attorney has so far declined to pursue charges, has been granted a protective order by a Texas judge against the Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver. Attorneys for Tia Jones confirmed the order in a statement to The Associated Press on Wednesday night. Worthy was arrested last Friday and held in a county jail on a charge of assault on a family or household member in which their breath was impeded, or choking in common terms. He was released the following day, when Williamson County District Attorney Shawn Dick said that his office has spoken with witnesses and was not accepting the case at that time.
Ravens defensive lineman Michael Pierce announces his retirement on podcast
The Associated Press | Updated March 12 - 7:01 p.m. | Save Story
Ravens defensive lineman Michael Pierce says he's retiring. Pierce made the announcement on Wednesday's Sports Spectrum podcast. He spent seven of his nine NFL seasons in two stints with Baltimore, sandwiched around time with Minnesota. Pierce provided a highlight near the end of last season when the 355-pounder intercepted a pass against Cleveland, then was mobbed by teammates. That was the first interception of his career. He had 9 1/2 sacks in 99 games. Pierce came into the league as an undrafted free agent out of Samford. Later Wednesday, the Ravens announced they had released veteran safety Marcus Williams.
Jets release linebacker and captain C.J. Mosley after 6 seasons
Dennis Waszak Jr., Associated Press | Updated March 12 - 6:15 p.m. | Save Story
The New York Jets have released veteran linebacker C.J. Mosley after six seasons. The move Wednesday has the Jets parting with one of the team's popular captains in a salary cap move. The 32-year-old Mosley played in just four games last season because of a toe injury and later a herniated disk in his neck. He restructured his contract last offseason and was due to make $4.25 million guaranteed this season and count $12.8 million on the salary cap. Mosley signed with the Jets in 2019 after five standout seasons in Baltimore and was the heartbeat of New York's defense during his tenure.
Bears coach Johnson and GM Poles are excited about moves to upgrade offensive and defensive lines
The Associated Press | Posted March 12 - 5:24 p.m. | Save Story
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles sought to overhaul their team on both sides of the line of scrimmage in free agency and the NFL draft. They feel like they've accomplished it already in a matter of a week, after they traded for guards Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson and signed center Drew Dalman, defensive tackle Grady Jarrett and defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo. Johnson wants an offense as effective as the one he led as a coordinator in Detroit, and he's excited about the way the new guards will fit into his scheme.
Seahawks agree to deals with WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling and DE DeMarcus Lawrence
Josh Dubow, Associated Press | Updated March 12 - 5:11 p.m. | Save Story
The Seattle Seahawks found another pass catcher for new quarterback Sam Darnold and bolstered their pass rush on the first official day of the new league year. Seattle agreed to a one-year deal worth up to $5.5 million with speedster Marquez Valdes-Scantling, according to agent Harold Lewis. The Seahawks later reached a deal with former Dallas edge rusher DeMarcus Lawrence, according to agent David Canter. The Seahawks were in dire need of adding receivers after releasing Tyler Lockett in a cost-cutting move last week and agreeing to a trade to send D.K. Metcalf to Pittsburgh.
Bills to re-sign Hamlin. Buffalo also adds defensive tackle Ogunjobi to 1-year deal, AP source says
John Wawrow, Associated Press | Updated March 12 - 5:03 p.m. | Save Story
Safety Damar Hamlin is returning to Buffalo, and the Bills also continued restocking their their defensive front by agreeing to sign tackle Larry Ogunjobi. The Bills announced reaching an agreement to sign Hamlin to a one-year contract. A person with knowledge of the deal, meantime, confirmed Ogunjobi agreeing to a one-year contract that includes $8 million in guaranteed money. The person spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because the agreement is not final until later in the day. NFL.com first reported the agreement. Hamlin returns to Buffalo after starting 14 games last season in continuing a remarkable comeback for a player who had a near-death experience two years ago
Running back AJ Dillon and Eagles agree on a 1-year contract, AP source says
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Posted March 12 - 4:34 p.m. | Save Story
Running back AJ Dillon and the Philadelphia Eagles have agreed on a one-year contract, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the contract hasn't been finalized. Dillon sat out last season because of a neck injury. He ran for 2,428 yards and 16 touchdowns in his first four seasons with Green Bay. Dillon provides a backup behind Saquon Barkley, the 2024 AP Offensive Player of the Year who set an NFL record for most yards rushing in a regular season and playoffs combined with 2,504.
Cowboys getting linebacker Kenneth Murray in trade with Titans, AP source says
Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press | Posted March 12 - 4:09 p.m. | Save Story
A person with knowledge of the deal says the Dallas Cowboys have acquired linebacker Kenneth Murray Jr. in a trade with the Tennessee Titans. The Cowboys are also getting a seventh-round draft pick this year while sending a sixth-rounder to the Titans. Murray was a first-round pick by the Los Angeles Chargers in 2020 and signed with the Titans in free agency a year ago. The 26-year-old had 95 tackles and a career-high 3 1/2 sacks last season.
Tight end Evan Engram and Broncos agree on 2-year, $23 million deal, AP source says
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Posted March 12 - 4:07 p.m. | Save Story
Tight end Evan Engram and the Denver Broncos have agreed on a two-year, $23 million contract. That's according to a person with knowledge of the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team hasn't announced the move and said Engram's deal includes $16.5 million guaranteed. Engram is a two-time Pro Bowl pick. He had 47 catches for 365 yards and one touchdown last season in Jacksonville. He caught 114 passes in 2023. A first-round pick by the Giants in 2017, Engram has 496 receptions for 4,922 yards and 25 TDs in eight seasons.
Commanders re-sign QB Marcus Mariota to back up Jayden Daniels next season, AP source says
Stephen Whyno, Associated Press | Updated March 12 - 4:04 p.m. | Save Story
The Washington Commanders are re-upping veteran quarterback Marcus Mariota to back up Jayden Daniels in the Offensive Rookie of the Year's second NFL season. A person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press the Commanders agreed to re-sign Mariota and add cornerback Jonathan Jones and defensive tackle Eddie Goldman. Mariota is the latest experienced player to stay in Washington after tight ends Zach Ertz and John Bates and linebacker Bobby Wagner. The team also made the trade with San Francisco for receiver Deebo Samuel official.
Browns agree on a 2-year, $20 million deal with defensive tackle Maliek Collins
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Posted March 12 - 3:45 p.m. | Save Story
The Cleveland Browns and defensive tackle Maliek Collins have agreed on a two-year, $20 million contract that includes $13 million fully guaranteed, agent Drew Rosenhaus told The Associated Press on Wednesday. Collins started 17 games for the San Francisco 49ers after spending his first eight seasons with Dallas, Houston and Las Vegas. Collins, who turns 30 next month, has 30 1/2 sacks, including five last season. The Browns kicked off free agency by making four-time All-Pro edge rusher Myles Garrett the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL, giving him a four-year extension that includes $122.8 million guaranteed, an average annual salary of $40 million with a total value of $204.8 million.
With Allen's personal and financial life set, Bills QB focuses on unfinished business — Super Bowl
John Wawrow, Associated Press | Posted March 12 - 3:36 p.m. | Save Story
With Josh Allen's personal and financial life set, the NFL MVP is focusing his attention on unfinished business: leading the Buffalo Bills to a Super Bowl title. The 28-year-old shared his objective in his first comments to reporters since agreeing to a six-year $330 million contract that includes a league-record $250 million guaranteed. The deal capped a memorable season in which Allen became the third Bills player to earn MVP honors. Off the field, he became engaged to actor Hailee Steinfeld. What's missing is a Super Bowl for Allen, who in seven seasons has led the Bills no further than AFC championship game losses to Kansas City in 2020 and this past season.
Guard Kevin Zeitler and the Titans agree on a 1-year, $9 million deal, AP source says
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Posted March 12 - 3:31 p.m. | Save Story
Guard Kevin Zeitler and the Tennessee Titans have agreed on a one-year, $9 million contract, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the team hasn't announced the move. Zeitler started 16 games for the Detroit Lions last season. The 35-year-old has started 197 games in 13 seasons with the Bengals, Giants, Ravens and Lions. The Titans, who own the No. 1 overall pick in the draft, haven't addressed the quarterback position so far in free agency. They agreed on a four-year deal, $82 million with left tackle Dan Moore with that includes $50 million guaranteed.
Steelers sign former Eagles cornerback Darius Slay to 1-year deal, AP source says
Will Graves, Associated Press | Posted March 12 - 3:26 p.m. | Save Story
Darius Slay is heading to the other side of Pennsylvania. The veteran cornerback, who won a Super Bowl with Philadelphia last month, is signing a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers a person with knowledge of the agreement tells The Associated Press. The person spoke to AP on condition of anonymity because the agreement was not made public. The Eagles released the six-time Pro Bowler when the new league year began. Slay quickly bolted to Pittsburgh, where he will reunite with Steelers defensive coordinator Teryl Austin.
Dolphins re-sign defensive contributors Elijah Campbell and Quinton Bell
The Associated Press | Posted March 12 - 3:15 p.m. | Save Story
The Miami Dolphins have brought back two defensive contributors, re-signing linebacker Quinton Bell and defensive back Elijah Campbell. Bell had 23 tackles, one sack, one pass defensed and one forced fumble in 17 games for the Dolphins last season. Campbell has played four seasons in Miami and has made an impact on both defense and special teams. Also Wednesday, Miami re-signed offensive tackle Jackson Carman and wide receiver Dee Eskridge.
Rams release Super Bowl 56 MVP Cooper Kupp
Josh Dubow, Associated Press | Updated March 12 - 3:08 p.m. | Save Story
The Los Angles Rams cut Super Bowl 56 MVP Cooper Kupp after being unable to find a trade partner for their former No. 1 wide receiver. The Rams moved on from the 2021 AP NFL Offensive Player of the Year at the start of the league year. Kupp announced last month that the Rams were trying to trade him despite his desire to remain with the team. But with him being owed $20 million this season, no other team was willing to make a trade.
Cowboys acquire cornerback Kaiir Elam from Bills in trade involving 3 draft picks
Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press | Posted March 12 - 2:21 p.m. | Save Story
The Dallas Cowboys have acquired cornerback Kaiir Elam from Buffalo, adding depth to a position with some questions as the Bills decided to move on from their 2022 first-round draft pick. The Bills get two draft picks in the trade and give up one. Buffalo adds a 2025 fifth-round selection and a 2026 seventh-rounder. Dallas gets a 2025 sixth-round choice. Elam joins a group with two established starters in Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland. Diggs might not be ready for the start of the season coming off the 2021 All-Pro's second major knee surgery in as many years. The 23-year-old Elam struggled to establish a regular role in Buffalo.
Lions add run-stuffing DT Roy Lopez with $4.65 million, one-year agreement, AP source says
Larry Lage, Associated Press | Updated March 12 - 2:11 p.m. | Save Story
The Detroit Lions and defensive tackle Roy Lopez have agreed to a $4.65 million, one-year contract, according to a person familiar with the deal. The person spoke Wednesday to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the agreement had not been announced. Lopez joins veteran defensive tackles Alim McNeill and DJ Reader to bolster a line that was hit hard by injuries last season. The 27-year-old Lopez started in 16 games last year with the Arizona Cardinals and played in 30 games for them after starting in 19 games over two seasons in Houston.
Jets linebacker Jamien Sherwood gets nearly $1.1 million from NFL's performance pay program
Josh Dubow, Associated Press | Updated March 12 - 1:31 p.m. | Save Story
New York Jets linebacker Jamien Sherwood gets a nice pay day even before his new contract kicks in. Sherwood earned a league high of nearly $1.1 million through the NFL's performance-based pay program, more than doubling his salary from last season. The 2021 fifth-round pick earned $1.06 million last season in the final year of his rookie contract. Sherwood agreed to a three-year, $45 million contract this week to remain with the Jets, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the contract hadn't been announced.
Eagles send Gardner-Johnson to Texans. Vikings bolster offensive, defensive lines in NFL free agency
Arnie Stapleton, Associated Press | Updated March 11 - 9:52 p.m. | Save Story
The wheeling and dealing continued on the eve of the NFL's start of its new league year. A day after defensive tackle Milton Williams and edge rusher Josh Sweat agreed to leave Philadelphia via free agency, the Super Bowl champs agreed to send star safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the Houston Texans for guard Kenyon Green and a swap of late-round draft picks. The Minnesota Vikings made a splash by agreeing to terms on contracts with former Washington defensive tackle Jonathan Allen and former Indianapolis guard Will Fries, who follows center Ryan Kelly from the Colts to the Vikings.
Cowboys re-sign return ace Turpin, add pair of former 1st-round picks on defensive line
Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press | Updated March 11 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
The Dallas Cowboys have re-signed standout kick returner KaVontae Turpin on an $18 million, three-year contract and are adding a pair of former first-round picks on the defensive line. Turpin returned a kickoff and a punt for touchdowns last season on his way to his first All-Pro nod. The Cowboys say the deal would make Turpin the highest-paid special teams player in NFL history. Solomon Thomas was the third overall pick by San Francisco in the 2017 draft. He spent the past three seasons with the New York Jets. Payton Turner went 28th overall to New Orleans in 2021.
Bills agree to sign edge rusher Joey Bosa to 1-year, $12.6 million contract, AP source says
John Wawrow, Associated Press | Updated March 11 - 8:43 p.m. | Save Story
The Buffalo Bills have turned to Joey Bosa to fill their pass-rush needs. The team and Bosa agreed on a one-year, $12.6 million contract. That's according to a person familiar with the deal who spoke to The Associated Press Tuesday night on condition of anonymity because the agreement won't be official until Wednesday. Bosa joins the Bills after the team cut Von Miller on Sunday to free up salary-cap space. He was the NFL's defensive rookie of the year in 2016 and has 72 career sacks. But his production has dwindled in recent years because of injuries.
