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The Las Vegas Raiders have signed wide receiver Jalen Nailor to a three-year, $35 million deal. A sixth-round pick in 2022, Nailor recorded a career-high 444 receiving yards in 2025. For his career, he has 69 catches for 1,066 yards and 11 touchdowns. The Raiders envision a significantly expanded role for Nailor in their offense.
The New York Giants have signed linebacker Tremaine Edmunds to a three-year, $36 million contract. Edmunds, 27, spent the last three seasons with the Bears, recording 112 tackles, four interceptions, and a sack in 2025. A 2018 first-round pick with 119 career starts, he provides the Giants with a veteran off-ball linebacker to improve their run defense and coverage middle-field presence.
The San Francisco 49ers have signed offensive tackle Vederian Lowe to a two-year deal worth up to $12 million, with $5.75 million guaranteed. Lowe, 26, joins from the New England Patriots, where he started 10 games last season and provided depth at left tackle. While projecting as a swing tackle, he offers critical insurance for the 49ers' offensive line. Lowe has appeared in 46 career games since being drafted in 2022.
The Kansas City Chiefs have signed defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga to a three-year, $21 million contract with $14 million guaranteed. Tonga, who spent 2025 with the Patriots, recorded career-highs in pressures (17) and tackles (20). A hole-plugging nose tackle, he will start next to Chris Jones in the Chiefs' base front and may contribute as a situational fullback.
The trade of star edge rusher Maxx Crosby to the Baltimore Ravens has caused significant ripples in 2026 NFL mock draft projections and team strategies. Widely considered one of the most disruptive players in the league, Crosby's move to Baltimore bolsters their defense, while the Raiders have begun using the acquired draft capital to reshape their roster, including signing pass-rusher Kwity Paye.
The Washington Commanders have signed edge rusher Odafe Oweh to a four-year, $100 million deal with $68 million guaranteed. Oweh, 27, recorded 7.5 sacks in 12 games during a 2025 breakout season following a mid-season trade to the Chargers. The former first-round pick joins a Washington defense that ranked 24th in pressure rate last season, providing a young cornerstone for head coach Dan Quinn. He brings 30.5 career sacks across 79 NFL appearances to the Commanders' front.
CBS Sports reporter Jonathan Jones was among the first to report that quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and the Atlanta Falcons reached an agreement on a one-year, $1.3 million contract. The report notes that the deal will become official following Tagovailoa's release from the Miami Dolphins. Jones' coverage highlighted that the contract offsets the $54 million in guaranteed money Tagovailoa is still owed by Miami, providing no incentive for a higher salary. His analysis suggests Tagovailoa could rehab his value.
The Atlanta Falcons have released wide receiver Darnell Mooney, the team announced on Monday. The move frees up $7.4 million in salary cap space for the Falcons as they navigate a busy free agency period that included signing quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. Mooney's release comes as the team overhauls its receiving corps, which also saw the departure of KhaDarel Hodge and the additions of Olamide Zaccheaus and Jahan Dotson. Mooney will now look for a new home as an unrestricted free agent.
The Green Bay Packers are releasing veteran offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins, a move that clears $19.5 million in salary cap space. Jenkins, 30, was a two-time Pro Bowler who played all five positions for the Packers after being drafted in 2019. He moved to center in 2025 but suffered a season-ending lower-leg fracture and ligament damage in November. His release follows the team's decision to extend Sean Rhyan, who is expected to take over as the starting center for the 2026 NFL season.
The Dallas Cowboys have agreed to a three-year contract with safety Jalen Thompson worth up to $36 million. Thompson, who spent the last seven seasons with the Arizona Cardinals, recorded 95 tackles and a sack in 2025. He has familiarity with new Cowboys secondary coach Ryan Smith from their time together in Arizona. The addition addresses a top priority for the Cowboys' defense as owner Jerry Jones looks to "bust the budget" to improve the unit. Thompson has started 62 games since 2021.
The Chicago Bears are re-signing veteran backup quarterback Case Keenum to a two-year contract worth up to $8 million, with $5.5 million guaranteed. The 38-year-old Keenum provided veteran guidance for starter Caleb Williams and backup Tyson Bagent in 2025. While he hasn't taken a regular-season snap since 2023, he completed 80% of his passes for two touchdowns during the last preseason. His return provides insurance for the Bears' young quarterback room as they enter the 2026 season.
The Fanatics Flag Football Classic, featuring retired seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady, has been moved from Saudi Arabia to BMO Stadium in Los Angeles. The event, scheduled for March 21, was relocated due to increased regional tensions. Brady, a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders, will co-captain the Founders FFC team alongside Jalen Hurts. The event will also feature stars like Joe Burrow and Jayden Daniels, serving as a showcase for the sport ahead of the 2028 Olympics.
The New Orleans Saints have signed guard David Edwards to a four-year, $61 million contract. Edwards, 28, spent the last three seasons with the Buffalo Bills, starting 16 games in each of the last two years. A former fifth-round pick by the Rams, he has appeared in 103 career games with 77 starts. His addition is intended to fix the left guard position and improve the run game for quarterback Tyler Shough. Edwards is considered a strong run and pass blocker who will anchor the interior.
New York Jets running back Breece Hall took to social media to comment on the team's heavy spending during the free agency period. Hall, who is playing on a $14.3 million franchise tag in 2026, joked about "pocket watching" as the Jets committed over $100 million to new signings. Despite his cheeky messages, Hall expressed happiness that the team is "filling a lot of holes" following a 3-14 season. Hall set career highs in 2025 with 1,065 rushing yards and 243 carries for the Jets offense.
The Green Bay Packers have signed center Sean Rhyan to a three-year, $33 million contract extension. The deal is flexible, functioning as a one-year, $14 million contract with team options for 2027 and 2028. Rhyan carries a $6.7 million cap hit in 2026, with the team backloading the deal with non-guaranteed money. The Packers can move on from Rhyan as early as 2027, providing roster flexibility. He is expected to be the starting center following the release of veteran Elgton Jenkins.
Fantasy football analyst Matt Harmon provided an in-depth profile of wide receiver Mike Evans following his signing with the San Francisco 49ers. Harmon highlighted Evans' 71.3% success rate against man coverage and 76.8% success rate against press in 2025. He noted that Evans is a perfect fit for Kyle Shanahan's X-receiver role, which should also benefit Ricky Pearsall by allowing him to move to the slot. Harmon ranks Evans as a top-20 fantasy receiver despite his age and injury risks.
Cornerback Josh Jobe has agreed to re-sign with the Seattle Seahawks on a three-year, $24 million contract. Jobe, who joined the Seahawks' practice squad in 2024, took on a starting role in 2025, recording 54 tackles and an interception in the regular season. He added 11 tackles and a forced fumble during the Seahawks' postseason run to the Super Bowl LX title. The deal, averaging $8 million per year, is considered a great value for a player who set career highs in starts and passes defended.
The Washington Commanders have re-signed backup quarterback Marcus Mariota to a one-year, $7 million deal, which can reach $11 million with incentives. Mariota appeared in 11 games for Washington in 2025, completing 61.2% of his passes for 1,695 yards and seven touchdowns. He provides veteran depth for the Commanders' quarterback room as they head into the 2026 season. The move ensures stability behind the starter as the team continues its roster overhaul under the new coaching staff.
The New England Patriots have signed fullback Reggie Gilliam to a three-year, $12 million contract, with $4.4 million guaranteed in the first season. Gilliam spent six seasons with the Buffalo Bills, where he was recognized as one of the league's top run-blocking skill players in 2025. His addition is intended to upgrade the Patriots' rushing attack and special teams units under head coach Mike Vrabel. Gilliam recorded 16 catches and 28 tackles during his tenure with the Bills in Buffalo.
The Houston Texans are signing former Chicago Bears defensive end Dominique Robinson to a one-year deal worth up to $4 million. Robinson, 27, was a 2022 fifth-round pick who recorded 1.5 sacks and 19 tackles in 12 games for Chicago in 2025. He provides depth and rotational pass-rush ability for the Texans' defensive front. Over his four-year career, he has tallied 68 tackles and 3.5 sacks in 46 games.
