NFL free agency tracker 2025: Live updates on news, rumors, signings and trades

By | March 10, 2025
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It feels like we are barely past the Super Bowl, but the new league year is about to begin. While that has plenty of meaning behind the scenes for front offices, fans are most excited for free agency to officially get underway. When the league year begins on Wednesday, March 12, trades that were agreed upon already will be official and players whose contract ended with a team with the 2024-2025 season, can officially sign new deals agreed to during the “legal tampering period” that starts on Monday, March 10.

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The league’s salary cap last season was $255.4 million per team. This year, it is being increased to $279.2 million per club. Some teams remain over the salary cap, but leaguewide this should allow teams more flexibility to make moves needed to improve their teams officially heading into the offseason. 

We have seen a chaotic lead-up to free agency this year. Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins was franchise-tagged for the second consecutive year. Longtime Chargers defender Joey Bosa was surprisingly released in a cap-saving move. Sam Darnold experienced a career resurgence in Minnesota and now is the most sought-after free agent quarterback.

It looked like we were going to be in for a slower offseason, but the action has already picked up. Sporting News will be tracking all of the notable NFL free agent signings and trades during the 2025 NFL free agent frenzy. Follow along with all the latest rumors and news below. 

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March 10

Jets signing former Ravens CB Brandon Stephens

4:31 p.m. — The Jets are signing former Ravens cornerback Brandon Stephens to a three-year, $36 million deal, per Mike Garafolo. Stephens played in all 17 games for Baltimore last season and finished with 70 total tackles including 1.5 sacks. He spent four seasons with the Ravens and has two career interceptions, both in 2023. 

Chargers sign CB Donte Jackson

4:22 p.m. — Los Angeles is signing cornerback Donte Jackson, per Adam Schefter. It’s a two-year, $13 million deal for the former Steelers and Panthers corner. 

Panthers sign former Vikings DE Patrick Jones Jr. 

4:13 p.m. — Carolina is signing former Vikings DE Patrick Jones Jr. to a two-year deal worth up to $20 million, per Mike Garafolo. Jones played in 15 games last season and had 39 total tackles including a career-high seven sacks. 

Titans bring back LS Morgan Cox

4:08 p.m. — Tennessee is re-signing long snapper Morgan Cox on a one-year deal, per Pro Football Talk. 

49ers give Patrick Taylor Jr. one-year extension

4:07 p.m. — The 49ers are giving running back Patrick Taylor Jr. a on-year extension, per Adam Schefter. 

Raiders signing safety Jeremy Chinn

4:02 p.m. — The Raiders are signing former Commanders safety Jeremy Chinn to a two-year, $16 million deal, per Mike Garafolo. Chinn played in every game last season. He finished with 117 tackles with two sacks, a forced fumble and an interception. 

Texans trading OT Laremy Tunsil to Commanders

3:59 p.m. — The Texans are trading OT Laremy Tunsil to the Commanders, per Adam Schefter. Washington will be sending a reported “package of picks” back to Houston. 

The Texans are getting a 2025 3rd rounder, 2025 7th rounder, 2026 2nd rounder and a 2026 4th rounder. Washington gets Tunsil and a 2026 4th. 

Jaguars adding OT Chuma Edoga

3:44 p.m. — The Jaguars are adding former Cowboys OT Chuma Edoga, per Jordan Schultz. 

Bengals signing DT TJ Slaton

3:40 p.m. — The Bengals are signing former Packers defensive tackle TJ Slaton to a two-year, $15.1 million deal, per Tom Pelissero. Slaton played in every game for Green Bay last season and finished with 30 total tackles including one sack. 

Giants sign DT Roy Robertson-Harris

3:36 p.m.– The Giants are bringing in defensive tackle Roy Robertson-Harris, per Mike Garafolo. It’s a two-year, $10 million deal for the former Seahawk. Robertson-Harris played 17 games last season between the Jaguars and Seahawks. He combined for 20 tackles with two sacks. 

Aaron Banks signing with Packers

3:34 p.m. — The Packers are signing former 49ers guard Aaron Banks to a four-year, $77 million deal, per Ian Rapoport. 

Titans re-signing Sebastian Joseph-Day

3:32 p.m. — Tennessee is bringing back defensive end Sebastian Joseph-Day, per Ian Rapoport. It’s a one-year deal, worth $7.5 million with $5 million guaranteed. Joseph-Day played in all 17 games for the Titans last year, and had 44 tackles with 2.5 sacks. 

Bears continue strong start to free agency, adding DT Grady Jarrett

3:29 p.m. — Chicago works fast. Atlanta released DT Grady Jarrett the morning free agency began. Only hours later, the Bears are signing him to a three-year, $43.5 million deal, per Adam Schefter. It includes $28.5 million guaranteed. 

Jarrett played in all 17 games last season for the Falcons. He finished with 53 total tackles and had 2.5 sacks. 

Jaguars stay active, adding Patrick Mekari

3:24 p.m. — Jacksonville is adding former Ravens offensive lineman Patrick Mekari, per Adam Schefter. It’s a three-year, $37.5 million deal. It can max at $39 million, and includes $20 million guaranteed. 

Jaguars add another TE

3:20 p.m. — Despite already signing Johnny Mundt, the Jaguars add former Rams tight end Hunter Long, per Mike Garafolo. It’s a two-year, $5 million deal that can increase to a max of $6 million with incentives. Long was mainly used for depth and blocking in Los Angeles. He had seven receptions for 60 yards last season. 

49ers add TE Luke Farrell

3:12 p.m. — The 49ers are adding former Jaguars tight end Luke Farrell, per Jeremy Fowler. It’s a three-year deal worth up to $20.25 million, with $11 million guaranteed. Farrell was overshadowed in the Jacksonville offense and finished with 67 yards on 12 receptions in 17 games. 

Josh Sweat heads to Cardinals

3:11 p.m. — Arizona was in the running for Milton Williams, but had to pivot when he signed with the Patriots. The Cardinals are signing former Eagles defensive lineman Josh Sweat to a four-year, $76.4 million deal, per Ian Rapoport. The deal includes $41 million guaranteed. 

Bills add WR Josh Palmer

3:10 p.m. — The Bills have given quarterback Josh Allen another weapon. Buffalo is signing Josh Palmer to a three-year, $36 million deal, per Adam Schefter. 

Broncos finalize deal with safety Talanoa Hufanga

3:08 p.m. — Denver has signed former 49ers safety Talanoa Hufanga to a three-year, $45 million deal, per Tom Pelissero. 

Bengals reuniting with RB Samaje Perine

3:06 p.m. — The Bengals are signing running back Samaje Perine to a two-year, $3.8 million deal, per Mike Garafolo. Reports initially said that Perine was joining Tampa Bay, but he now heads back to Cincinnati where he played from 2019-2022. 

Jaguars signing WR Dyami Brown

3:02 p.m. — The Jaguars are bringing in former Commanders wide receiver Dyami Brown, per Mike Garafolo. It’s a one-year, $10 million deal worth up to $12 million with incentives. 

Steelers deal for CB Slay not done yet, per report

2:58 p.m. — Despite a report saying that Slay was headed to Pittsburgh, another says that may not be the case. Tom Pelissero says that there is interest there, but that the Eagles haven’t officially even released Slay yet. A trade could be in the works, but for now, no deal is done. 

Bears add DE Dayo Odeyingbo

2:47 p.m. — The Bears are adding to their defensive line. Chicago is signing former Colts pass-rusher Dayo Odeyingbo to a three-year, $48 million deal, per Brad Biggs. The deal includes $32 million guaranteed. 

Despite reports, Buccaneers didn’t sign RB Samaje Perine

2:46 p.m. — It was initially reported that running back Samaje Perine had signed a deal with the Buccaneers. Fox Sports’ Greg Auman says that report is false. 

Cam Bynum heads to Indy

2:43p.m. — The Colts have agreed to a four-year, $60 million deal with safety Cam Bynum, per Tom Pelissero. 

Jets add QB Justin Fields

2:40 p.m. — The Jets are signing quarterback Justin Fields to a two-year, $40 million deal, per Adam Schefter. It includes $30 million guaranteed. 

Jaguars signing safety Eric Murray

2:35 p.m. — The Jaguars are signing former Texans safety Eric Murray, per Ian Rapoport. 

Cornerback Darius Slay heads to Steelers

2:33 p.m. — Former Eagles cornerback Darius Slay is signing with the Steelers, per Jordan Schultz. 

Former Vikings TE Johnny Mundt heads to Jacksonville

2:26 p.m. — The Jaguars are signing former Vikings TE Johnny Mundt to a two-year, $5.5 million deal, per Tom Pelissero. 

Steelers release DE Larry Ogunjobi

2:24 p.m. — In a cap saving move, the Steelers are releasing defensive end Larry Ogunjobi, per ESPN’s Brooke Pryor. The move saves Pittsburgh $7 million in cap space. 

Sam Darnold heads to Seahawks

2:23 p.m. — The Seahawks have replaced former QB Geno Smith in the offense. Seattle is signing Sam Darnold to a three-year, $100.5 million deal. $55 million is guaranteed. 

Jaguars signed Nick Mullens

2:21 p.m. — Former Vikings quarterback Nick Mullens is signing a two-year, $6.5 million deal with the Jaguars, per Mike Garafolo. 

Poona Ford signs with Rams

2:17 p.m. — Poona Ford is signing a three-year, $30 million deal with the Rams, per Jeremy Fowler. The deal includes $17 million guaranteed. Ford played in all 17 games last season for the Chargers. He finished with 39 tackles, three sacks and an intercepion. 

Long-snapped Trent Sieg heading to Dallas

2:13 p.m. — The Cowboys are signing Trent Sieg to a three-year, $4.45 million deal, per Adam Schefter. $3.1 million is guaranteed. 

Milton Williams signing with Patriots

2:10 p.m. — In what initially looked like a done deal to the Panthers, defensive tackle Milton Williams is heading to New England, per Ian Rapoport. It’s a four-year deal worth $104 million.

Panthers sign safety Tre’von Moehrig

2:07 p.m. — The Panthers are signing former Raiders safety Tre’Von Moehrig, per Jordan Schultz. It’s a three-year, $51 million deal.

Milton Williams deal with Panthers not done; Two other teams interested

1:43 p.m. — What initially was reported as a done deal between the Panthers and Williams is not quite there. There is interest from Carolina, but the defensive tackle is also in talks with the Cardinals and Vikings, per Cayden Steele. 

Vikings signing former Eagles CB Isaiah Rodgers

1:38 p.m. — Cornerback Isaiah Rodgers is coming off a Super Bowl win with the Eagles and is heading to Minnesota. He is signing a two-year deal with the Vikings worth $15 million, per Adam Schefter. The deal includes $8 million guaranteed. 

Rodgers played in 15 regular season games for Philly last year. He had 26 tackles and a forced fumble. 

Lions signing CB D.J. Reed

1:37 p.m. — D.J. Reed is signing a three-year deal with Detroit, per Jordan Schultz. It is worth a total of $48 million with $32 million guaranteed. 

Reed played 14 games with the Jets last season. He had 64 total tackles including one sack, but didn’t have an interception. 

Patriots adding OT Morgan Moses

1:30 p.m. — The Patriots are signing offensive tackle Morgan Moses to a three-year, $24 million deal, per Mike Garafolo. Not only does New England boost its offensive line, but takes a key player away from the Jets. 

Texans signing DB Tremon Smith

1:28 p.m. — The Texans are signing defensive back Tremon Smith to a two-year deal worth up to $7.5 million, per Tom Pelissero. Smith is known for being a solid special teams player. 

Broncos re-sign OT Matt Peart

1:23 p.m. — The Broncos are bringing back OT Matt Peart, per Zac Stevens. It’s a two-year deal worth $7 million. It can go to $10 million with incentives. 

Patriots sign Carlton Davis III

1:08 p.m. — New England is bringing in cornerback Carlton Davis III to a three-year, $60 million deal, per Ian Rapoport. $34.5 million is guaranteed. 

He played 13 games for the Lions last year and finished with 56 tackles, one forced fumble, two fumble recoveries and two interceptions. 

Texans bring back DE Derek Barnett

1:01 p.m.— Houston is re-signing defensive end Derek Barnett to a one-year, $5 million deal, per Ian Rapoport. Barnett played in 16 games and had 26 tackles with five sacks and two forced fumbles in 2024. 

Titans sign OT Dan Moore Jr. to massive deal

1:00 p.m. — The Titans are loading up on the offensive line. Tennessee is signing offensive tackle Dan Moore Jr. to a massive four-year, $82 million deal, per Ian Rapoport. $50 million of the deal is guaranteed. 

Panthers working to sign Eagles DT Milton Williams

12:59 p.m. — The Panthers are close to signing former Eagles DT Milton Williams, per Adam Schefter. 

Giants signing CB Paulson Adebo

12:56 p.m. — The Giants are bringing in cornerback Paulson Adebo, per Dianna Russini. It’s a three-year, $54 million deal, per Nick Underhill. 

Broncos working to sign former 49ers S Talanoa Hufanga

12:54 p.m. — The Broncos are working to sign safety Talanoa Hufanga, per Jeremy Fowler. 

Rams are re-signing QB Jimmy Garoppolo

12:47 p.m. — The Rams are bringing back backup quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, per Ian Rapoport. It’s a one-year deal worth $11 million. It has $4.505 million guaranteed, and maxes out at $13.505 million from incentives, per Tom Pelissero. 

Jaguars are signing CB Jourdan Lewis

12:44 p.m. — The Jags are signing cornerback Jourdan Lewis, per Ian Rapoport. Lewis had spent the first eight years of his career with the Cowboys. The former third-round draft pick played in 16 games last season. He finished with 71 tackles, a sack, a forced fumble and an interception. 

It’s a three-year, $30 million deal with $20 million guaranteed. 

Patriots signing former Raiders LB Robert Spillane

12:41 p.m. — New England head coach Mike Vrabel continues to add to his defense. The Patriots are signing Robert Spillane, per Ian Rapoport. It’s a 3-year, $37 million deal. 

Spillane spent the last two seasons with Las Vegas and played in every game. Last season, he finished with a career-high 158 tackles. Spillane had two sacks and two interceptions. 

Steelers closing in on deal with Aaron Rodgers

12:40 p.m. — Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that the Steelers are closing in on a deal with Aaron Rodgers. The interest began when it became clear to Pittsburgh that Justin Fields wanted to test free agency. 

Javon Kinlaw signs with Commanders

12:32 p.m. — Former Jets and 49ers defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw is signing with the Commanders, per Jonathan Jones. It’s a three year, $45 million deal. 

Kinlaw played in all 17 games for New York last season. He finished with 40 tackles including 4.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery. 

Bengals bring back B.J. Hill

12:28 p.m. — The Bengals are re-signing B.J. Hill to a three-year, $33 million deal, per Adam Schefter. $16 million is guaranteed. 

Chiefs sign RB Elijah Mitchell

12:25 p.m. — The Chiefs are signing running back Elijah Mitchell, per Jordan Schultz. It is a one-year deal worth up to $3.5 million. Mitchell is expected to back up Isiah Pacheco.

Texans sign WR Braxton Berrios

12:21 p.m. — The Texans are signing wide receiver Braxton Berrios to a one-year deal worth $2 million. Berrios spent last season with the Dolphins. He played in six games, but didn’t bring in any of his four targets. 

Bears signing C Drew Dalman

12:19 p.m. — The Bears are signing former Falcons center Drew Dalman to three-year, $42 million deal that includes $28 million guaranteed, per Dianna Russini. Dalman was considered the top center on the market. 

Chargers re-signing P J.K. Scott

12:13 p.m. — The Chargers are bringing back punter J.K. Scott, per Mike Garafolo. It’s a two-year deal worth $6 million.

Buccaneers re-sign Chris Godwin

12:09 p.m. — Tampa Bay is bringing back wide receiver Chris Godwin on a three-year, $66 million deal, per Ian Rapoport. The deal includes $44 million guaranteed at signing and can reach a max of $72 million.

Godwin was a third round draft pick by the Bucs in 2017. He has been franchise-tagged multiple times by the franchise, and finally gets a worthy extension. Godwin dealt with injuries last season, but played in seven games and had 576 yards and five touchdowns on 50 receptions. 

Chiefs add blindside protection for Patrick Mahomes

12:05 p.m. — Kansas City is signing former 49ers offensive lineman Jaylon Moore to a two-year, $30 million deal, per Dianna Russini. 

Haason Reddick signing a one-year deal with the Buccaneers

12:02 p.m. — Linebacker Haason Reddick is heading to the Buccaneers on a one-year, $14 million deal, per Jonathan Jones. There is $12 million guaranteed money included in the deal. Reddick had a tumultuous season with the Jets last year, holding out at the start of the season. He played in 10 games and had 10 tackles with one sack and a forced fumble.

Free agent DT Jonathan Allen to visit Vikings

11:41 a.m. — Washington released Jonathan Allen as a cap casualty earlier in the offseason. The veteran defensive tackle is set to visit the Vikings, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. 

Cardinals re-sign G Evan Brown

11:32 a.m. — The Cardinals are bringing back offensive guard Evan Brown on a two-year deal, worth $11.5 million, per Ian Rapoport. The SMU product went undrafted in 2018. He has bounced around the NFL, but if he plays out this new contract with Arizona, it will be his longest stop of his career so far. 

Eagles open to trading TE Dallas Goedert

11:00 a.m. — Philadelphia is actively shopping tight end Dallas Goedert, per Jimmy Kempski. He was a second-round pick by the Eagles in 2018. Goedert played in 10 games last season and brought in 42 of his 52 targets or 496 yards and two touchdowns. 

Buccaneers re-signing OG Ben Bredeson

10:56 a.m. — Tampa Bay is keeping a piece of its offensive line, re-signing guard Ben Bredeson to a three-year deal, per NFL Network’s Sara Walsh. 

Chargers bring back Khalil Mack to a one-year deal

10:49 a.m. — Mack was contemplating retirement, but Los Angeles hit the price point to bring back the pass-rusher. He signs a one-year, $18 million deal and it is fully guaranteed. The Chargers’ defensive line will look different without Joey Bosa, but the franchise retains Mack. 

The linebacker played in 16 games last season. He finished with 39 tackles, six sacks, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery. 

Steelers place a 2nd-round restricted tender on RB Jaylen Warren

10:45 a.m. — Pittsburgh had an unrestricted free agent RB in Najee Harris, but Warren is a restricted free agent. The Steelers placed a second-round tender on Warren, per Tom Pelissero. This means that if a team were to sign Warren away from Pittsburgh, the signing team would owe the Steelers a second-round pick. 

Panthers make Jaycee Horn highest-paid DB in history

10:32 a.m. — The Panthers have signed Horn to a massive four-year, $100 million extension, per Adam Schefter. The deal includes $70 million in guaranteed money. Horn is now under contract through the 2029 season. He played in 15 games last year and finished with 68 tackles, two sacks and one interception. 

Falcons releasing DT Grady Jarrett

10:27 a.m. — The Falcons are releasing Grady Jarrett, per Ian Rapoport. The defensive tackle had been in Atlanta for 10 years. The franchise will save $16.25 million in cap space with the move. Jarrett played in all 17 games lasty season and finished with 53 tackles included 2.5 sacks. He will turn 32 years old before next season.

Free agent TE Evan Engram visiting with Broncos

10:18 am. — Former Jaguars TE Evan Engram is visiting with the Broncos, per CBS Sports’ Jonathan Jones. Engram was released by Jacksonville earlier this offseason. The veteran tight end played in only nine games last season, and finished with 365 yards and a touchdown on 47 receptions. 

Lions re-sign Ezekiel Turner

8:32 a.m. — Detroit announced it will bring back Turner for a second season. The 29-year-old appeared in nine games last season and had a career-high-tying three QB hits for the NFC’s top-seeded team.

Broncos reach agreement to re-sign DJ Jones

8:24 a.m. — Jones, one of the top DTs in this free agent class, is re-signing with Dever on a three-year, $39 million deal, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Jones, 30, started in all 17 games for Danver during the 2024 regular season.

Falcons telling teams they aren’t releasing Kirk Cousins

7:48 a.m. — The Falcons are still telling both Kirk Cousins and interested teams that they will not be releasing him, per ESPN’s Dan Graziano. Cousins is expected to be the backup to Michael Penix Jr. next season.

Commanders re-sign punter Tress Way

7:39 a.m. — Washington is bringing back Way for a 12th season with the franchise, according to a report from JP Finlay of Washington D.C.’s NBC affiliate. 

Aaron Rodgers landing spots come into focus

7:30 a.m. — The Steelers have joined the Giants and Seahawks as reported suitors for the Jets’ veteran quarterback, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Pittsburgh is assessing its options at QB after acquiring DK Metcalf on Sunday, with Russell Wilson and Justin Fields set to become free agents.

Saints acquire Davon Godchaux from Patriots

7:25 a.m. — New Orleans has made a move to bring in Godchaux, a Louisiana native who played his college ball at LSU, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The 30-year-old started in all 17 games for New England last season. New England is getting back a seventh-round draft pick. 

Sheldon Rankins set for Texans reunion

6:51 a.m. — The Texans are signing DT Sheldon Rankins to a one-year deal worth up to $7 million, according to Dianna Russini of The Athletic. Rankins spent the 2024 season in Cincinnati but now returns to Houston, where he thrived during the 2023 campaign.

March 9

Vikings retain punter Ryan Wright

10:52 p.m. — Punters are people too! Minnesota is keeping Wright on a one-year, $1.75 million deal, per Tom Pelissero. He kicked 56 punts last year, averaging 40.6 yards per punt. Statistically, it was his worst punting year of his three-year career, but the Vikings gave him a one-year deal to try and bounce back. 

Commanders bring back TE John Bates

10:31 p.m. — The Commanders agreed to a three-year deal with Bates, per Ben Standig. Washington already re-signed veteran tight end Zach Ertz to a one-year deal, so it looks like it will have the same tight end room as 2024. Bates played in 17 games last season and brought in eight of his 13 targets for 84 yards. 

Raiders re-sign DT Adam Butler

10:18 p.m. — Butler gets a 3-year, $16.5 million deal, per Ian Rapoport. The deal includes $11 million in guaranteed money. Butler played in 17 games last season. He finished with 65 total tackles including five sacks. He has had five sacks in back-to-back seasons and had a career-high in total and solo tackles in 2024. 

Falcons extend top lineman Jake Matthews

8:35 p.m. — The Falcons are giving LT Jake Matthews a two-year, $45 million extension, per Mike Garafolo. The deal will take him through his 13th career season.

Steelers interested in reuniting with Justin Fields

8:21 p.m. — NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport says that the Steelers have a lot of interest in Justin Fields, and they want to bring him back. If the quarterback hits free agency, the Jets could also be interested.

Seahawks trade DK Metcalf to Steelers

7:49 p.m. — The Seahawks are trading WR D.K. Metcalf to the Steelers for a 2025 second-round pick, per Tom Pelissero. Metcalf also is being signed to a 5-year, $150 million contract with Pittsburgh. This move instantly boosts the Steelers’ wide receiver room. Now the attention turns to who will be under center in Pittsburgh, and if this move means the franchise will retain or move on from George Pickens.

Bills, Josh Allen agree to new 6-year contract

7:32 p.m. — Josh Allen and the Bills agreed on a new record-setting six-year, $330 million deal, per Adam Schefter. It includes $250 million guaranteed. He had four years left on his deal with Buffalo, but it is replaced by this new six-year deal that gives him a new record for most guaranteed money in NFL history. 

Jets want to re-sign Morgan Moses, but OL may test free agency

7:26 p.m. — The Jets are trying to bring back offensive lineman Morgan Moses, but he is expected to test free agency. The Commanders, Chiefs, Bengals and Patriots are reportedly interested in Moses, per Dianna Russini.

Broncos re-signing backup QB Jarrett Stidham

7:11 p.m. — The Broncos are set at quarterback with Bo Nix, and are re-signing a familiar face to back him up. Denver is re-signing Jarrett Stidham, per Ian Rapoport. It’s a two-year, $12 million deal per Dianna Russini. 

Patriots re-sign TE Austin Hooper

7:07 p.m. — New England’s moves aren’t stopping with Landry. The Patriots are bringing back tight end Austin Hooper, per Adam Schefter. 

Cowboys sign S Markquese Bell

7:02 p.m. — The Cowboys have signed safety Markquese Bell to a three year, $12 million deal, per Jeremy Fowler. Bell played in nine games last season for Dallas and had six total tackles. 

Patriots sign Harold Landry III

7:00 p.m. — The Patriots have added recently released Titans linebacker Harold Landry III, signing him to a three-year $43.5 million deal, per Tom Pelissero. Landry is reunited with New England head coach Mike Vrabel who coached the linebacker for six years in Tennessee.

Rams, Davante Adams agree to two-year deal

6:57 p.m. — And one of the biggest names in this year’s free agency, Davante Adams, is headed to the Los Angeles Rams on a two-year, $46 million deal per Ian Rapoport. 

Adams was expected to follow former teammate Aaron Rodgers, but he doesn’t wait around to see where the quarterback lands. Los Angeles retained quarterback Matthew Stafford with a new contract, so it looks like Adams and Rodgers will not be teammates in 2025. 

LB Jamien Sherwood returning to Jets with three-year deal

6:55 p.m. — Per Adam Schefter, linebacker Jamien Sherwood is returning to the Jets on a three-year, $45 million deal. He played in all 17 games last year and had 158 total tackles including two sacks. It was a career year for the former fifth-round pick and New York is making sure he sticks around. 

Texans, Chargers interested in Seahawks’ WR DK Metcalf

6:41 p.m. — ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports that the Los Angeles Chargers are high on wide receiver D.K. Metcalf’s list of preferred destinations, adding that the Texans are interested.

Seahawks, LB Ernest Jones IV agree to new deal

6:38 p.m. — The NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports that Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV has agreed to a new three-year deal with Seattle. Jones was a midseason acquisition for the Seahawks last season, trading for him from the Titans. Over16 games, he tallied 138 tackles including 0.5 sacks and a forced fumble. He had an interception and 2.5 QB stuffs. 

Dolphins have interest in Joey Bosa

6:12 p.m. — Dianna Russini reports that recently-released Charger Joey Bosa has garnered interest from the Miami Dolphins. Bosa could be the defensive piece that Miami needs to try and close the game between it and Buffalo. 

The Athletic’s Dianna Russini with updates on Daniel Jones, Justin Fields, Sam Darnold and Aaron Rodgers

6:15 p.m. — Daniel Jones is expected to be signed by the Minnesota Vikings: 

6:01 p.m. — Per Russini, the Seahawks are interested in talking with Aaron Rodgers:   

5:52 p.m. — Russini reports that in addition to wanting to re-signing Justin Fields, the Steelers are looking to make an offer to former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold:

5:40 p.m. — Per Russini, the Pittsburgh Steelers are interested in re-signing quarterback Justin Fields. She adds as an interesting note that if they don’t sign him, the New York Jets are interested:  

Bengals re-sign OL Cody Ford

5:34 p.m. — The Bengals are bringing back offensive lineman Cody Ford on a two-year deal, per the NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. Ford has been a staple of the OL in charge of protecting Joe Burrow and Cincinnati ensures he is back. 

Vikings bring back starting RB Aaron Jones

4:51 p.m. — The Minnesota Vikings are bringing back running back Aaron Jones, signing him to a new two-year deal, per Adam Schefter. The deal is worth $20 million and includes $13 million guaranteed. 

Jones played last season on a one-year prove-it deal with Minnesota after after a seven-year stint with Green Bay. He played in all 17 games and had 255 carries for 1,138 yards and five touchdowns. Jones set a career-high in rush yards, and had his most touchdowns since 2020. He also brought in 51 of his 62 targets for an additional 408 yards and two touchdowns. 

49ers release DT Maliek Collins

2:49 p.m. — The 49ers have also released defensive tackle Maliek Collins, per Adam Schefter. The 29-year-old played in 17 games last season, but had 33 total tackles and five sacks. 

Lions expected to release Za’Darius Smith

2:33 p.m. — The Detroit Lions are reportedly planning to release Za’Darius Smith, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. He spent nine games with the Browns and eight with the Lions. Over 17 games, Smith had 35 tackles with nine sacks in total.

Chiefs re-sign LB Nick Bolton

2:24 p.m.— The Chiefs are bringing back linebacker Nick Bolton, as first reported by Ian Rapoport. 

Seahawks ink DT Jarran Reed to new deal

2:09 p.m. — The Seattle Seahawks are re-signing defensive tackle Jarran Reed to a new three-year deal, per Adam Schefter. It is worth a reported $25 million.

Cardinals bringing back LB Barown Browning

11:44 a.m. — The Arizona Cardinals are bringing back linebacker Baron Browning, per Ian Rapoport. It’s a two-year deal with a $15 million base, and can max out at $19 million with incentives. 

Bills release Von Miller

11:15 a.m. —The Buffalo Bills have released star pass-rusher Von Miller, per Tom Pelissero. Both sides are interested in a reunion. 

Commanders have interest in Hendrickson

11:05 a.m. —The Washington Commanders are also reportedly interested in former Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson, per Dianna Russini.

March 8

10:19 p.m. —The Commanders re-sign TE Zach Ertz to a one-year deal.

7:40 p.m. —The Panthers re-sign TE Tommy Tremble to a two-year deal.

7 p.m. —The Saints are converting most of QB Derek Carr’s 2025 salary into a signing bonus, setting him up to remain in New Orleans.

6:01 p.m. —The Ravens re-sign LT Ronnie Staley to a three-year deal. 

4:10 p.m. —The Giants re-sign P Jamie Gillan to a three-year deal.

4:02 p.m. —The Lions re-sign edge rusher Marcus Davenport to a one-year deal. 

1:29 p.m. —The Chiefs re-sign WR Hollywood Brown to a one-year deal. 

12:10 p.m. —The Bengals re-sign TE Mike Gesicki to a three-year deal. 

11:57 a.m. —The Bills re-sign DE Greg Rousseau to a four-year deal. 

March 7

7 p.m. —The Seahawks and Raiders have agreed to a trade, with QB Geno Smith heading to Las Vegas in exchange for a third-round pick.

6:56 p.m. —The Buccaneers re-sign LB Lavonte David to a one-year deal.

5:50 p.m. —The Raiders plan to release C Andrew James.

2:30 p.m. —The Commanders are releasing DT Jonathan Allen. 

1:50 p.m. —The Titans released edge rusher Harold Landry.

9:34 a.m. —The Lions re-sign LB Derrick Barnes to a three-year deal.

9:06 a.m. —The Bills agreed to a new four-year deal with LB Terrel Bernard. 

March 6

Commanders re-sign LB Bobby Wagner to one-year deal.

The Jaguars released tight end Evan Engram, WR Devin Duvernay, WR Josh Reynolds, and CB Ronald Darby. 

The Jaguars were set to cut WR Christian Kirk, but instead traded him to the Texans for a 2026 7th-rounder. 

The Colts released DT Raekwon Davis.

We have released DT Raekwon Davis.

— Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) March 6, 2025

Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson given permission to seek a trade.

The Bengals have taken the rare step of granting All-Pro DE Trey Hendrickson permission to seek a trade. “It’s been an honor and privilege to represent Cincinnati over the last four years,” said Hendrickson, the NFL’s sack leader. “I love this city and organization. I appreciate… pic.twitter.com/7P7Hbe2Y9e

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 6, 2025

The Bills have released P Sam Martin.

49ers have informed Javon Hargrave he will be released. 

Commanders re-signed kicker Zane Gonzalez. 

Rams sign WR Tutu Atwell to a one-year, $10 million deal.

Bears sign TE Durham Smythe to a one-year deal.

The Chargers released Joey Bosa.

we’ve released Joey Bosa

→ https://t.co/oxrEU8xhPu pic.twitter.com/6WLZ7eJp12

— Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) March 6, 2025

March 5

Bengals DE Sam Hubbard is set to be released, but he retired instead.

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— Sam Hubbard (@Sam_Hubbard_) March 5, 2025

To: The Cincinnati Kid 🧡

Thank you, @Sam_Hubbard_ pic.twitter.com/vBfPvUeVR3

— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) March 5, 2025

The Seahawks released veteran WR Tyler Lockett. 

Raiders sign DE Maxx Crosby to a 3-year, $106.5 million extension that includes $91.5 million guaranteed.

Seattle WR D.K. Metcalf has requested a trade and the Seahawks have agreed to explore options.

March 4

The Rams are trading OL Jonah Jackson to the Bears for a 2025 6th-round pick. 

The Chiefs are trading OG Joe Thuney to the Bears for a 2026 4th-round pick.

The Saints released veteran RB Jamaal Williams. 

The Seahawks have released Roy Robertson-Harris, Dre’Mont Jones, Rayshawn Jenkins, and George Fant. 

The Jets released veteran WR Davante Adams. 

The Raiders have signed G Alex Cappa. 

March 3

The Bengals franchise tagged WR Tee Higgins. 

The Bengals have released G Alex Cappa.

The Chiefs have signed Blake Lynch.

March 1

The 49ers are trading WR Deebo Samuel to the Commanders for a 5th-round pick.

Feb. 28

The Rams announced that veteran QB Matthew Stafford has agreed to an extension that will have him returning to the team. The exact details weren’t released. 

The Chiefs placed a non-exclusive franchise tag on Trey Smith.

Feb. 26

The Titans have granted LB Harold Landry III permission to seek a trade.

Feb. 24

The Browns released Charley Hughlett.

Feb. 21

The Bears released DeMarcus Walker and TE Gerald Everett.

The Panthers released CB Dane Jackson.

The Bengals released DT Sheldon Rankins.

Feb. 19

The Patriots released LB Sloane Takitaki.

Feb. 18

The Steelers released linebacker Preston Smith. 

The Browns released veteran RB Nyheim Hines.

The 49ers released Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles

The Eagles released C Nick Gates. 

Feb. 14

The Dolphins have released Kendall Fuller, Durham Smythe and Raheem Mostert. 

February 3

The Rams informed veteran WR Cooper Kupp that they will try to trade him this offseason.

NFL free agent signings by team

Arizona Cardinals

  • EDGE Josh Sweat (4 years, $76.4 million)

Atlanta Falcons

Baltimore Ravens

Buffalo Bills

  • WR Josh Palmer (3 years, $36 million)

Carolina Panthers

  • S Tre’Von Moehrig (3-year, $51 million)
  • DE Patrick Jones Jr. (2 years, $20 million)

Chicago Bears

  • TE Durham Smythe (1 year)
  • OL Jonah Jackson (traded from Rams)
  • OG Joe Thuney (traded from Chiefs)
  • C Drew Dalman (3 years, $42 million)
  • DE Dayo Odeyingbo (3 years, $48 million)
  • DT Grady Jarrett (3 years, $43.5 million)

Cincinnati Bengals

  • RB Samaje Perine (2 years, $3.8 million)
  • DT TJ Slaton (2 years, $15.1 million)

Cleveland Browns

Dallas Cowboys

  • LS Trent Sieg (3 years, $4.45 million)

Denver Broncos

  • S Talanoa Hufanga (3 years, $45 million)

Detroit Lions

  • CB D.J. Reed (3 years. $48 million)

Green Bay Packers

  • G Aaron Glenn (4 years, $77 million)

Houston Texans

  • DT Sheldon Rankins (1 year, $7 million)
  • WR Braxton Berrios (1 year, $2 million)

Indianapolis Colts

  • S Cam Bynum (4 years, $60 million)

Jacksonville Jaguars

  • CB Jourdan Lewis (3 years, $30 million)
  • QB Nick Mullens (2 years, $6.5 million)
  • TE Johnny Mundt (2 years, $5.5 million)
  • S Eric Murray
  • WR Dyami Brown (1 year, $10 million)
  • TE Hunter Long (2 years, $5 million)
  • OL Patrick Mekari (3 years, $37.5 million)
  • OT Chuma Edoga

Kansas City Chiefs

  • OL Jaylon Moore (2 years, $30 million)
  • RB Elijah Mitchell (1 year, $3.5 million)

Las Vegas Raiders

  • QB Geno Smith (traded from Seahawks)
  • G Alex Cappa (2 years, $11.02 million)
  • S Jeremy Chinn (2 years, $16 million)

Los Angeles Chargers

  • CB Donte Jackson (2 years, $13 million)

Los Angeles Rams

  • WR Davante Adams (2 years, $46 million)
  • DT Poona Ford (3 years, $30 million)

Miami Dolphins

Minnesota Vikings

  • CB Isaiah Rodgers (2 years, $15 million)

New England Patriots

  • LB Harold Landry III (3 years, $43.5 million)
  • LB Robert Spillane (3 years, $37 million)
  • CB Carlton Davis III (3 years, $60 million)
  • OT Morgan Moses (3 years, $24 million)
  • DT Milton Williams (4 years, $104 million)

New Orleans Saints

  • DT Davon Godchaux (traded from Patriots)

New York Giants

  • CB Paulson Adebo (3 years, $54 million)
  • DT Roy Robertson-Harris (2 years, $10 million)

New York Jets

  • QB Justin Fields (2 years, $40 million)
  • CB Brandon Stephens (3 years, $36 million)

Philadelphia Eagles

Pittsburgh Steelers

  • WR DK Metcalf (traded from Seahawks)

San Francisco 49ers

  • TE Luke Farrell (3 years, $20.05 million)

Seattle Seahawks

  • QB Sam Darnold (3 years, $100.5 million)

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

  • LB Haason Reddick (1 year, $14 million)

Tennessee Titans

  • OT Dan Moore Jr. (4-year, $82 million)

Washington Commanders

  • WR Deebo Samuel (traded from 49ers)
  • DT Javon Kinlaw (3 years, $45 million)
  • OT Laremy Tunsil (traded from Texans)

Best free agents by position

Here is a list of the top NFL free agents available by position, as ranked by SN’s Vinnie Iyer. 

Quarterbacks

  1. Sam Darnold, Vikings
  2. Justin Fields, Steelers
  3. Russell Wilson, Steelers
  4. Jameis Winston. Browns
  5. Mac Jones, Jaguars
  6. Jimmy Garoppolo, Rams
  7. Carson Wentz, Chiefs
  8. Cooper Rush, Cowboys
  9. Trey Lance, Cowboys
  10. Zach Wilson, Broncos

Running backs

  1. Aaron Jones, Vikings
  2. JK Dobbins, Chargers
  3. Najee Harris, Steelers
  4. Nick Chubb, Browns
  5. Rico Dowdle, Cowboys
  6. AJ Dillon, Packers
  7. Kareem Hunt, Chiefs
  8. Javonte Williams, Broncos
  9. Alexander Mattison, Raiders
  10. Cam Akers, Vikings
  11. Travis Homer, Bears

Wide receivers

  1. Tee Higgins, Bengals (franchise-tagged)
  2. Chris Godwin, Buccaneers
  3. Stefon Diggs, Texans
  4. Davante Adams, Jets
  5. Amari Cooper, Bills
  6. DeAndre Hopkins, Chiefs
  7. Marquise Brown, Chiefs
  8. Keenan Allen, Bears
  9. Darius Slayton, Giants
  10. Christian Kirk, Jaguars
  11. Tyler Lockett, Seahawks
  12. Mike Williams, Steelers
  13. Diontae Johnson, Ravens

Tight ends

  1. Juwan Johnson, Saints
  2. Tyler Conklin, Jets
  3. Zach Ertz, Commanders
  4. Mike Gesicki, Bengals

Offensive tackles

  1. Ronnie Stanley, Ravens
  2. Cam Robinson, Vikings
  3. Alaric Jackson, Rams
  4. Tyron Smith, Jets
  5. Jedrick Wills, Browns
  6. Morgan Moses, Jets
  7. Dan Moore Jr., Steelers

Guards

  1. Trey Smith, Chiefs
  2. Will Fries, Colts
  3. Kevin Zeitler, Lions
  4. James Daniels, Steelers
  5. Mekhi Becton, Eagles
  6. Teven Jenkins, Bears
  7. Brandon Scherff, Jaguars
  8. Aaron Banks, 49ers
  9. Patrick Mekari, Ravens
  10. Will Hernandez. Cardinals

Centers

  1. Drew Dalman, Falcons
  2. Ryan Kelly, Colts
  3. Coleman Shelton, Bears

Edge rushers

  1. Khalil Mack, Chargers
  2. Josh Sweat, Eagles
  3. Baron Browning, Cardinals
  4. Malcolm Koonce, Raiders
  5. Haason Reddick, Jets
  6. Dayo Odeyingbo, Colts
  7. Azeez Ojulari, Giants
  8. Demarcus Lawrence, Cowboys
  9. Dante Fowler Jr., Commanders
  10. Chauncey Golston, Cowboys
  11. Chase Young, Saints
  12. Matthew Judon, Falcons
  13. Dennis Gardeck, Cardinals
  14. Josh Uche, Chiefs
  15. Derek Barnett, Texans

Defensive tackles

  1. Osa Odighizuwa, Cowboys
  2. Levi Onwuzurike, Lions
  3. Milton Williams, Eagles
  4. B.J. Hill, Bengals
  5. Calais Campbell, Dolphins
  6. Jarran Reed, Seahawks
  7. Tershawn Wharton, Chiefs
  8. Poona Ford, Chargers
  9. D.J. Jones, Broncos
  10. Teair Tart, Chargers

Linebackers

  1. Zack Baun, Eagles
  2. Dre Greenlaw, 49ers
  3. Bobby Wagner, Commanders
  4. Nick Bolton, Chiefs
  5. Ernest Jones, Seahawks
  6. Lavonte David, Buccaneers
  7. Robert Spillane, Raiders
  8. Jamien Sherwood, Jets
  9. Eric Kendricks, Cowboys

Cornerbacks

  1. D.J. Reed, Jets
  2. Charvarius Ward, 49ers
  3. Carlton Davis, Lions
  4. Byron Murphy Jr., Vikings
  5. Darius Slay Jr., Eagles
  6. Rasul Douglas, Bills
  7. Asante Samuel Jr., Chargers
  8. Mike Hilton, Bengals
  9. Jonathan Jones, Patriots
  10. Nate Hobbs, Raiders
  11. Stephon Gilmore, Vikings
  12. Paulson Adebo, Saints

Safeties

  1. Jevon Holland, Dolphins
  2. Talanoa Hufanga, 49ers
  3. Justin Reid, Chiefs
  4. Camryn Bynum, Vikings
  5. Harrison Smith, Vikings
  6. Tre’von Moehrig, Raiders
  7. Justin Simmons, Falcons
  8. Andre Cisco, Jaguars
  9. Jeremy Chinn, Commanders
  10. Julian Blackmon, Colts

Kickers

  1. Austin Seibert, Commanders
  2. Michael Badgley, Lions
  3. Brandon McManus, Packers
  4. Zane Gonzalez, Commanders
  5. Joey Slye, Patriots
  6. Eddy Pineiro, Panthers
  7. Nick Folk, Titans

Punters

  1. Bryan Anger, Cowboys
  2. Tress Way, Commanders
  3. Johnny Hekker, Panthers
  4. JK Scott, Chargers
  5. Riley Dixon, Broncos
  6. Jamie Gillan, Giants

Long snappers

  1. Morgan Cox, Titans
  2. Patrick Scales, Bears
  3. James Winchester, Chiefs
  4. Jon Weeks, Texans
  5. Aaron Brewer, Cardinals
  6. .J.J. Jansen, Panthers

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