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Punter Corey Bojorquez has agreed to a new contract to remain with the Cleveland Browns. Bojorquez, who joined the team in 2022, has maintained a net average of 40.5 yards per kick during his time in Cleveland. He announced the news on social media alongside teammates Andre Szmyt and Rex Sunahara, confirming the trio is returning to the Browns for the upcoming season.
Deebo Samuel is currently listed among the top remaining free agents as teams continue to evaluate their roster needs. His status remains a focal point for clubs looking to add high-impact offensive playmakers during the ongoing free agency period.
The Arizona Cardinals have signed wide receiver Kendrick Bourne to a two-year, $12 million contract. Bourne, who previously played for the San Francisco 49ers, is expected to provide depth and slot production for the Cardinals' offense. In 2025, Bourne recorded 37 receptions for 551 yards across 16 games. He brings veteran experience to an Arizona receiving room that features Michael Wilson and Marvin Harrison Jr.
While the Los Angeles Chargers have signed running back Keaton Mitchell to a two-year, $9.25 million deal, De'Von Achane remains with the Miami Dolphins. The Chargers' pursuit of backfield depth resulted in the acquisition of Mitchell, who was an undrafted free agent with the Ravens, rather than targeting Achane.
The Miami Dolphins have agreed to terms with tight end Ben Sims. Sims spent time with both the Green Bay Packers and the Minnesota Vikings during the 2025 season. During his tenure with the Vikings, he recorded three receptions for 30 yards.
The Miami Dolphins have agreed to terms with edge rusher Joshua Uche. A 2020 second-round pick by the Patriots, Uche brings significant experience to the Dolphins' defense, boasting 21.5 career sacks. During the 2025 season, he appeared in 12 games for the Philadelphia Eagles, where he recorded 23 tackles and one sack.
The Miami Dolphins have agreed to terms with defensive back Lonnie Johnson as part of their roster-building efforts during free agency. Johnson has played for four different teams since entering the NFL in 2019. During the 2025 season, he recorded 25 tackles in nine games while playing for the Las Vegas Raiders.
After the New England Patriots declined to tender him as a restricted free agent, cornerback Alex Austin has signed a one-year contract with the Miami Dolphins. Austin, 24, appeared in 29 games with six starts for New England, recording 31 tackles and one interception. His tenure in New England was hampered by stints on injured reserve in 2024 and 2025. He did not play a defensive snap after Week 5 of the 2025 season, leading to his departure from the Patriots' secondary.
The New England Patriots have declined to tender linebacker Jack Gibbens, making him an unrestricted free agent. Gibbens played 21 games in 2025 with 10 starts, ranking 11th on the team in defensive snaps and fourth in total tackles. A core special teams contributor, he recorded 357 snaps and 10 tackles in the kicking game. While currently on the open market, the Patriots may still consider retaining him under a more financially flexible contract.
The New York Jets have signed guard Dylan Parham to a two-year, $20 million contract. Parham, formerly of the Las Vegas Raiders, is currently penciled in as a starter for the 2026 season, likely filling the vacancy left by John Simpson. This move is part of the Jets' broader effort to shore up their offensive line during the 2026 free agency period.
The New England Patriots have agreed to terms with tight end Julian Hill, who was not tendered as a restricted free agent by the Miami Dolphins. Hill, who recorded 33 catches for 288 yards over 45 games and 26 starts during the past three seasons, is expected to serve as the No. 2 tight end behind Hunter Henry. The signing is part of a series of roster moves by New England as they look to strengthen their offensive depth.
Ike Brown was identified in reports regarding the New England Patriots' recent free agency activity. While the Patriots officially struck deals with tight end Julian Hill and safety Mike Brown, Ike Brown's name appeared in association with the team's roster updates. No further specific contract details or team designations were provided for him in the current reports.
The New England Patriots have agreed to terms with safety Mike Brown, who previously played for head coach Mike Vrabel in Tennessee during the 2025 season. Brown joins the team alongside Kevin Byard to help reshape the Patriots' secondary following the departure of Jaylinn Hawkins to Baltimore. The move is part of a broader effort by New England to bolster its defensive backfield during the current free agency period.
Shedeur Sanders is viewed as a major winner of the current free agency period as the Cleveland Browns aggressively fortify their offensive line to support him. With the arrivals of Tytus Howard via trade and Zion Johnson and Elgton Jenkins, alongside the re-signing of Teven Jenkins, the Browns are providing Sanders with a significantly improved protection unit. These upgrades are expected to give Sanders a prime opportunity to assert himself as the team's definitive QB1 in 2026.
Packers tight end Tucker Kraft is expected to be game-ready for the 2026 season following his ACL tear on November 2, 2025. Based on a nine-month recovery timeline, Kraft is projected to return to the practice field in early August. The team anticipates he will be fully integrated into training camp activities and available for the regular season opener, mirroring the successful recovery path previously demonstrated by Christian Watson.
Yosh Nijman, a 30-year-old offensive tackle who recently became a free agent, has officially announced his retirement from the NFL. After spending five seasons with the Packers and the last two with the Panthers, Nijman decided to step away despite interest from teams for his services. He started four games during the 2024 season. Nijman expressed gratitude for his seven-year career, noting he is excited to begin the next chapter of his life beyond professional football.
Maxx Crosby remains a Raider after the Ravens voided a trade due to concerns over his surgically repaired knee. Crosby, who underwent meniscus surgery in January, has resumed rehab at the team's facility. The five-time Pro Bowler, who carries a $35.8M cap hit for 2026, confirmed his commitment on social media, stating, "I'm a Raider. I'm back." He is under contract for four more years at $35.5M annually and is fully focused on his future in Las Vegas.
Tight end Isaiah Likely has signed with the New York Giants, departing the Baltimore Ravens during the opening day of free agency. His exit, alongside fellow tight end Charlie Kolar, prompted the Ravens to sign veteran Durham Smythe to fill the vacancy in their tight end rotation.
Tight end Charlie Kolar has left the Baltimore Ravens to join the Los Angeles Chargers on the first day of free agency. The move comes as part of a significant roster shift for the Ravens, who also saw tight end Isaiah Likely sign with the New York Giants. Baltimore has moved to replace Kolar's role by signing veteran blocker Durham Smythe.
The Baltimore Ravens have agreed to terms with veteran tight end Durham Smythe to bolster their depth chart following the departures of Isaiah Likely and Charlie Kolar. Smythe, a 30-year-old former 2018 fourth-round pick, spent 2025 with the Chicago Bears and previously played seven seasons with the Miami Dolphins. Known primarily as a blocking tight end, Smythe will reunite with Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle.
