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Free agent defensive lineman Sebastian Joseph-Day is signing a two-year, $11 million deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers, with $6 million guaranteed this year. The 31-year-old spent the last two seasons with the Titans, appearing in all 34 games and recording 41 tackles and two sacks in 2025. A veteran of the Rams, Chargers, and 49ers, Joseph-Day brings a career total of 314 tackles and 5.5 sacks to the Steelers' defensive front.
The Carolina Panthers have signed former Packers tackle Rasheed Walker to a one-year, $10 million contract. Walker, a 2022 seventh-round pick who started 48 games in Green Bay, is expected to provide stability at left tackle while Ikem Ekwonu recovers from a season-ending patellar tendon injury. While Walker has faced legal issues regarding a firearm charge in New York, the Panthers view him as a reliable starter who has appeared in every game over the last three seasons.
The Buffalo Bills have brought back punter Mitch Wishnowsky on a one-year contract for the 2026 season. The 34-year-old served as Buffalo's primary punter for 13 regular-season games and two playoff matchups in 2025, providing stability to the position. Wishnowsky also handled kickoff duties during the season to assist kicker Matt Prater while he managed a hamstring injury.
The New York Giants have signed defensive back Elijah Campbell to a one-year deal. Campbell, who spent the last five seasons with the Dolphins, appeared in 10 games last year and is primarily a core special teams contributor, playing 74% of Miami's special teams snaps in 2025. He joins a Giants secondary that also added Greg Newsome, Ar'Darius Washington, and Jason Pinnock. Campbell has recorded 45 tackles, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery over his six-year career.
The Miami Dolphins have signed edge rusher David Ojabo to a free agent contract. A 2022 second-round pick by the Ravens, Ojabo has battled injuries, including a torn Achilles and a torn ACL, throughout his early career. He appeared in 27 games over the last two seasons, recording 25 tackles and 2.5 sacks. The Dolphins are banking on a change of scenery to help the 26-year-old reach his full potential in the 2026 season.
Michael Penix Jr. faces a high-stakes training camp battle for the starting job after the Falcons signed veteran Tua Tagovailoa. Penix, the No. 8 overall pick in 2024, is currently recovering from a season-ending ACL tear suffered in November. GM Ian Cunningham confirmed that no starting positions are guaranteed, noting that Penix was personally notified of the signing to maintain transparency. Penix has thrown for 2,757 yards, 12 touchdowns, and 6 interceptions in 14 career appearances.
Tua Tagovailoa has signed a one-year, $1.3 million contract with the Atlanta Falcons following his release from the Dolphins. GM Ian Cunningham confirmed an open competition for the starting quarterback role between Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. Tagovailoa brings veteran experience from six seasons in Miami, where he started 76 games. The Falcons' new leadership, including head coach Kevin Stefanski, emphasized transparent communication with both players regarding the team's plans.
The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a one-year, $3 million deal with defensive lineman Da'Shawn Hand. The 30-year-old played for the Chargers last season, starting 13 games and recording 29 tackles, 1.5 sacks, and an interception. Hand, who entered the league as a 2018 fourth-round pick of the Lions, has also spent time with the Titans and Dolphins, accumulating 131 career tackles and 6.5 sacks.
The Philadelphia Eagles and tight end Dallas Goedert have agreed to push back his contract void deadline to Monday, March 16. The two sides are still negotiating a potential deal to keep Goedert in Philadelphia. The delay is reportedly linked to the team's broader salary-cap management, including the ongoing situation regarding A.J. Brown. The Eagles currently have limited depth at tight end and are looking to avoid significant cap acceleration.
Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell is a highly competitive, twitchy prospect for the 2026 NFL Draft. Known for his elite punch-out technique, he led all cornerbacks nationally in forced fumbles in 2025. While undersized, his ability to mirror routes and play aggressive man-match coverage makes him a potential nickel or CB2 weapon. Concerns exist regarding his functional strength and lack of interceptions, but his playmaking upside is significant for teams valuing disruption.
New Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson addressed media inquiries on Friday regarding his reputation. The veteran defensive back stated clearly that he remains unbothered by negative perceptions concerning his role as a teammate. Gardner-Johnson joins a revamped Bills secondary that includes fellow additions Cole Bishop, Jordan Hancock, and Sam Franklin as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
Geno Smith has officially returned to the New York Jets after being acquired in a trade with the Raiders. Expressing confidence in his growth since his initial tenure with the team, Smith aims to provide veteran leadership during the organization's current makeover. Having successfully revived his career with the Seahawks starting in 2022, Smith is eager to contribute to the Jets' new direction as he reunites with the franchise.
The Houston Texans have released defensive tackle Kurt Hinish. The 27-year-old appeared in 42 games for the team from 2022-24, recording 57 tackles and 1.5 sacks. Hinish did not play during the 2025 season after being placed on the reserve/physically unable to perform list due to an undisclosed injury. The move comes as Houston re-signed defensive tackles Naquan Jones and Sheldon Rankins.
The Houston Texans have released defensive tackle Mario Edwards Jr. as part of a series of roster moves on Friday. The 32-year-old spent the past two seasons in Houston, appearing in 27 games with 12 starts and recording 44 tackles and 4.5 sacks. A former second-round pick by the Raiders, Edwards has played for multiple teams throughout his career, including the Giants, Saints, Bears, Titans, and Seahawks.
The Chargers have signed veteran defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson to a one-year, $7.5 million contract, including $6 million guaranteed. The 32-year-old, a 2018 second-round pick, joins the team following his release from the Cardinals. Tomlinson, who recorded 368 tackles and 20 sacks in his career, is expected to provide rotation depth alongside Teair Tart and Jamaree Caldwell. The team hopes he can bounce back under defensive coordinator Chris O'Leary after a challenging 2025 season.
The Indianapolis Colts have signed veteran defensive back Jonathan Owens to a one-year contract. Owens, who spent the last two seasons with the Chicago Bears, brings extensive experience from previous stints with the Texans and Packers. In 2025, he was a primary contributor on special teams with 19 tackles. He joins the Colts' secondary as they look to bolster depth following the departures of Rodney Thomas and Nick Cross in free agency.
New Orleans Saints running back Travis Etienne has clarified that his name is pronounced "AY-chan." The Louisiana native, who recently signed a four-year, $52 million deal with the Saints, noted he is embracing his original pronunciation as he enters his fifth NFL season. Etienne also shared his excitement about joining the team, noting the significance of his family ties and the personal meaning behind naming his son after the franchise.
The Miami Dolphins have signed kicker Zane Gonzalez to their roster. The move is part of a broader effort to strengthen the team's special teams, which also included the signings of kicker Riley Patterson, long snapper Tucker Addington, and punter Seth Vernon.
The Miami Dolphins have officially signed punter Seth Vernon. Vernon played collegiately at Portland State and spent time with the Falcons, Vikings, and Buccaneers before playing for the Michigan Panthers in the UFL in 2025, where he averaged 45.4 yards per punt. He joins a Dolphins special teams unit that also recently added kickers Riley Patterson and Zane Gonzalez and long snapper Tucker Addington.
The Miami Dolphins have signed kicker Riley Patterson as part of a series of special teams roster moves. The team also announced the signings of kicker Zane Gonzalez and long snapper Tucker Addington, alongside punter Seth Vernon. These additions aim to bolster the Dolphins' special teams depth for the 2026 season.
