Brawl Network Free Agent Tracker
Free Agency is here! The NFL is set to begin the new league year on time on Wednesday and news is already ramping up. Check out below for all the signings and franchise tags that have happened so far this week from Monday on.
Dante Fowler Jr. to the Falcons
The Falcons, who cut ties with Vic Beasley earlier in the offseason have found his replacement. Fowler is just 25 and has been around since 2015 and gets a nice payday after 11.5 sacks in 2019.
The #Falcons are giving pass-rusher Dante Fowler Jr a 3-year deal, source said. The #Rams tried to keep him, but he opts for Atlanta.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 18, 2020
Chargers beef up defensive line
Linval Joseph, who was a key piece of the Minnesota Vikings defense since 2014 is taking his talents to Los Angeles and signing with the Chargers.
#Chargers have agreed with former #Vikings DT Linval Joseph on a two-year, $17 million deal with another $2 million in incentives, sources say.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 18, 2020
Bills adding some depth to the backfield
After featuring Devin Singletary and Frank Gore in 2019, the Bills will be adding running back Taiwan Jones who was with the Houston Texans in 2019 and had just nine carries for 40 rushing yards.
The #Bills are signing RB Taiwan Jones to a one-year deal, source says.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 18, 2020
Rams signing former top-10 pick Leonard Floyd
Floyd, who was with the Chicago Bears from 2016 until 2019 and then released by team on Monday is taking his talents to Los Angeles and joining the Rams. He’s signed a one-year, prove it deal.
Former Bears' pass rusher Leonard Floyd is signing a one-year, $10 million worth up to $13 with the Rams, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 18, 2020
Jets bringing back Brian Poole
The veteran cornerback, after signing a one-year deal with the New York Jets last offseason is doing the same again just 12 months later.
Compensation update: Brian Poole will re-sign with the Jets on a one-year, $5 million guaranteed deal, per @RosenhausSports. https://t.co/gr0ZDouSVE
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 18, 2020
Bears add a quarterback to compete with Mitchell Trubisky
The Bears, after revamping their offensive staff earlier this offseason, are trading for quarterback Nick Foles. Foles has experience working with quarterbacks coach John DeFilippo, offensive coordinator Bill Lazor, and head coach Matt Nagy. For compensation, the Jaguars will receive a fourth-round pick.
QB trade: Jacksonville is trading QB Nick Foles to Chicago for the Bears’ compensatory fourth-round pick, sources tell ESPN.
Bears’ coaches such as Matt Nagy have worked with Foles in past and know him well.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 18, 2020
Malcolm Jenkins back to the Saints
The Saints, who drafted Malcolm Jenkins nearly a decade ago are bringing back the veteran safety.
A reunion: The #Saints are close to a deal with safety Malcolm Jenkins — likely bringing back one of their former first-round draft choices and securing their back end. The #Eagles recently parted ways with Jenkins.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 18, 2020
TRADE ALERT: Lions to acquire Duron Harmon from the Patriots
The Lions continue to acquire ex-Patriots players. Earlier today, they signed defensive tackle Danny Shelton. Now, they’ve traded for defensive back Duron Harmon who was with head coach Matt Patricia in Detroit.
Source: The #Lions traded for #Patriots DB Duron Harmon.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 18, 2020
TRADE ALERT: Broncos acquire DT Jurrell Casey from the Tennessee Titans for a seventh-round pick
In an effort to shed some salary, the Titans have shipped DT Jurrell Casey to the Denver Broncos. This likely means that the money Tennessee saves will go towards an extension for running back Derrick Henry.
The #Broncos have acquired Jurrell Casey for just a 7th round pick from the #Titans, source said. He carried a big salary.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 18, 2020
Danny Shelton joining the Detroit Lions
Lions head coach Matt Patricia continues to bring in ex-Patriots players. This time, it’s defensive tackle Danny Shelton, who was a first-round pick of the Cleveland Browns in 2015.
Former Pats’ defensive lineman Danny Shelton is signing with the Lions on a 2-year deal for $8mil, per @RosenhausSports.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 18, 2020
Seahawks begin to revamp offensive line
One of the biggest issues over the last few years in Seattle has been an offensive line that’s been unable to protect quarterback Russell Wilson. The Seahawks made an effort to start changing that with the signing of B.J. Finney.
#Seahawks are signing former #Steelers C/G B.J. Finney to a 2-year, $8M deal, per NFL Network. The offensive line needs as much help as possible, so this is a start.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 18, 2020
Gerald McCoy has a new home
After spending 2019 with the Carolina Panthers, Gerald McCoy will be taking his talents to Dallas and signing a deal with the Cowboys to beef up the defensive line.
The Cowboys have agreed to terms with defensive lineman Gerald McCoy on a three-year deal, according to a source. Like all these deals, it’s pending a physical. McCoy started every game last season for Carolina after a nine-year run with Tampa Bay. He… https://t.co/ydMR3wPmzv
— Todd Archer (@toddarcher) March 18, 2020
Broncos signing Jeff Driskel
In an effort to find a backup quarterback for franchise quarterback Drew Lock, the Broncos are signing veteran Jeff Driskel who spent last season with the Detroit Lions.
The #Broncos are signing former #Bengals and #Lions QB Jeff Driskel, per @MikeKlis. Started 3 games last season for Detroit, throwing for 685 yards, 4 TDs and 4 INTs
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 18, 2020
Patriots make under-the-radar signing
As the post-Tom Brady era begins in New England, the Patriots have signed Damiere Byrd, who had 32 receptions for the Arizona Cardinals in 2019.
The #Patriots are signing WR Damiere Byrd to a one-year deal source says. Coming off a 32-catch season with the #Cardinals. This is where I usually say, "And his next pass will be from Tom Brady" but, ya know…
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 18, 2020
Bills continue to be active in free agency
The Bills, who although haven’t made any major signings, continue to be active. They’ve added defensive end Quinton Jefferson to a two-year deal. Jefferson had 3.5 sacks in 2019 for the Seattle Seahawks. The Bills have also added former first-round defensive tackle Vernon Butler, who spent time with head coach Sean McDermott in Carolina.
The #Bills are expected to sign #Seahawks DE Quinton Jefferson to a 2-year deal, source said. An underrated starter in Seattle.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 18, 2020
Buffalo isn’t done. Former #Panthers first-round DT Vernon Butler is headed to the #Bills, source said. He gets two years for roughly $16M on a deal that can be worth up to $18M. Of that, $9.3M is guaranteed. Another Carolina to BUF connection…
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 18, 2020
Kiko Alonso staying in New Orleans
Alonso, who had four starts for the Saints in 2019, is back with the team.
The #Saints and LB Kiko Alonso have agreed to terms on a restricted deal and he’ll stay in New Orleans, source said. He’ll take less than the $7.8M he was slated to make, helping the team with some more space.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 18, 2020
BREAKING: Buccaneers expected to sign Tom Brady
Barring a change of heart, multiple reports expect the Buccaneers to land Tom Brady
Tampa is the expected landing spot for Tom Brady barring anything unforeseen, sources tell me and @JeffDarlington.
There's no signing date or announcement officially set up, but Brady is expected to be a Buccaneer.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2020
Panthers have their quarterback for the Matt Rhule era
After reports that they’ll be trading Cam Newton, the Panthers are making the signing of quarterback Teddy Bridgewater official. He’ll be in Carolina until 2022.
Carolina is giving former Saints' QB Teddy Bridgewater a three-year, $63 million deal, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2020
TRADE ALERT: Andy Janovich heading to Cleveland
New Browns general manager Andrew Berry continues to be aggressive in free agency, this time trading for fullback Andy Janovich
Trade! #Broncos are trading FB Andy Janovich to the #Browns for a 7th rounder in 2021, per @MikeKlis.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2020
Panthers bring back Tre Boston
As the Carolina Panthers continue a new era under head coach Matt Rhule, they’ve decided to keep around veteran Tre Boston through 2022.
#Panthers are re-signing safety Tre Boston to a 3-year, $18M deal, per @AdamSchefter. Boston finally gets a multi-year deal after signing 1-year deals in back-to-back offseasons.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2020
Jets continue to add to the offensive line
After signing offensive tackle George Fant on Monday, the Jets will add Connor McGovern as they continue to revamp the offensive line
The #Jets are signing former #Broncos C Connor McGovern to a three-year, $27 million deal that includes $18M fully guaranteed, per source.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 17, 2020
Cowboys bring back Sean Lee
The Cowboys are bringing back the face of their defense in linebacker Sean Lee on a one-year deal
Sean Lee back to #Cowboys at 1 year, $4.5 million with $2 million fully guaranteed
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 17, 2020
Raiders continue to be active by adding a rotational pass rusher
The Raiders pass rush already consists of guys like Maxx Crosby and Clelin Ferrell. However, they’ve added Carl Nassib to that mix as well. Nassib had six sacks for the Buccaneers in 2019.
The #Raiders are signing former #Browns and #Bucs DE (and financial expert) Carl Nassib, per @Jerrymcd.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2020
Derek Watt joins brother T.J. Watt in Pittsburgh
The fullback is heading to Pittsburgh, where he’ll join his brother T.J. who’s an outside linebacker for the Steelers.
Source: FB Derek Watt is signing with the #Steelers. Multiple Watts now in Pittsburgh.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Jeff Heath heading to Las Vegas
The Raiders are signing another former Cowboys player, this time agreeing to a deal with safety Jeff Heath, who was a key piece on the Cowboys defense for many years.
The #Raiders are signing former #Cowboys S Jeff Heath, per source.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 17, 2020
Trae Waynes goes from NFC North to AFC North
The former Minnesota Vikings first-round pick is heading to Cincinnati where he’ll get nearly $10M a year.
#Bengals are signing former #Vikings first-round CB Trae Waynes, per NFL Network. There was talk he might end up getting close to $10M/year. Should have terms soon.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2020
Thomas Davis and Ron Rivera reuniting in Washington
The veteran linebacker has agreed to reunite with his former coach in Washington after spending last season with the Los Angeles Chargers. Davis and Rivera were together from 2011 until 2018 in Carolina.
LB Thomas Davis announces on his Instagram that he is reuniting with Ron Rivera with the Redskins.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2020
Bills continue to keep strong defense intact
The Bills are signing defensive back Jordan Poyer to a two-year contract extension. He’s started 47 games in three seasons for Buffalo and will now be with the team through the 2022 season.
The #Bills are giving safety Jordan Poyer a 2-year extension, per @JFowlerESPN. A key part of Buffalo's secondary locked up through 2022.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2020
Giants signing another ex-Packers player
Just a day after agreeing to terms with inside linebacker Blake Martinez who was also with the Green Bay Packers in 2019, the Giants have come to terms with Kyler Fackrell who’s got 16.5 career sacks in four seasons with Green Bay.
Former Packers’ LB Kyler Fackrell to Giants on a 1-year, $4.6 million deal, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2020
Cowboys bring back depth piece on defense
Darian Thompson, whom the Cowboys drafted in 2016 is back with the Cowboys. Thompson had four starts in 2019.
S Darian Thompson back to the #Cowboys, per his agents at @SPORTSTARSNYC
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 17, 2020
Steelers bring back a long snapper
Pittsburgh is bringing back long snapper Kam Canaday on a two-year deal
Long snapper news! Kam Canaday is headed back to the #Steelers on a 2-year deal, source said.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Ravens bring back late in-season addition
The Ravens continue to add to the defensive line, this time signing defensive tackle Justin Ellis, who’s heading into his seventh season. He spent time the Las Vegas Raiders from 2014 until 2018 before signing with Baltimore in 2019.
The #Ravens are bringing back DT Justin Ellis on a 1-year deal, source said. He joined them late, but they obviously liked what they saw.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Jaguars add to the secondary by signing Darqueze Dennard
After trading Jalen Ramsey and A.J. Bouye just five months apart, the Jaguars are signing veteran Darqueze Dennard as they continue to stockpile assets for 2021.
Former #Bengals CB Darqueze Dennard is headed to the #Jaguars, source said. The former first rounder lands in Jax as they continue to add.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Bengals find Geno Atkins a partner in crime
The Bengals biggest acquisition of the offseason will be drafting quarterback Joe Burrow in a few weeks but on Tuesday afternoon, they signed defensive tackle D.J. Reader, who’s going to wreak havoc alongside Atkins.
#Texans defensive tackle DJ Reader is expected to land with the #Bengals on a 4-year, $53M deal, source said. Cincy is in the free agent mix.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Eagles add some help in the secondary
After a 2019 season where the secondary was injured, the Eagles are bringing back Rodney McLeod just minutes after the team announced that they will be moving on from safety Malcolm Jenkins.
The #Eagles are signing back S Rodney McLeod, source said, giving them back-end help on the same day they moved on from Malcolm Jenkins.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
The Eagles are not picking up the option on S Malcolm Jenkins for 2020, making him a free agent.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) March 17, 2020
As Chargers continue their pursuit for Tom Brady, they’ve added Bryan Bulaga
The veteran offensive tackle will play in Los Angeles through the end of the 2022 season.
The #Chargers agreed to terms with former #Packers RT Bryan Bulaga, from Iowa, on a 3-year deal worth $30M, source said. More help on the offensive line.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Another former Cowboys player heading to Las Vegas
Maliek Collins, a defensive tackle, is heading to Las Vegas. Collins had four sacks in 16 starts for the Cowboys last year.
Another former Cowboy going to Vegas. The #Raiders are signing former #Cowboys DT Malik Collins, per @Jerrymcd.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2020
Father time hasn’t caught up to Jason Witten yet
It may just be a one-year deal but Jason Witten is taking his talents to Las Vegas to join the Raiders.
Former #Cowboys TE Jason Witten is signing with the #Raiders, per @VinnyBonsignore.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2020
Colts are going all-in on Philip Rivers
With the Colts quarterback position an unknown for the future, the team has agreed to a deal with veteran quarterback Philip Rivers.
The Colts get their man on a one-year deal.
Read more: https://t.co/izS8zt7dr0 pic.twitter.com/mSxbhHMUo3
— Rotoworld (@rotoworld) March 17, 2020
Titans add to a pass rushing rotation that includes guys like Harold Landry
The Titans surprised everyone in 2019, with the defense being one of the best in the NFL. Now, they’ve added former first-round pick Vic Beasley to mix. He’ll be signing a one-year, prove-it deal in hopes of landing a big extension in 2021.
Vic Beasley gets a 1-year deal worth $9.5M guaranteed, source said, with a max of $12M. A chance to prove it in Tennessee. https://t.co/IrEo53XljG
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Ron Rivera adds LB depth
Redskins sign former Bears LB Kevin Pierre-Louis to a one-year deal worth just under four million
Kevin Pierre-Louis gets a 1-year deal worth up to $3.45M with playtime incentives. https://t.co/iy6WTMerLd
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Jaguars fill depleted defense
The Jaguars have signed former Browns LB Joe Schobert to a 5-year 54 million dollar deal
The #Jaguars are signing former #Browns ILB Joe Schobert to a 5-year, $53.75M deal with $22.5M guaranteed, per @RapSheet.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2020
Mills gets one year deal to stay in Philadelphia
The Eagles sign vocal leader Jalen Mills to a one year deal.
The #Eagles are bringing back DB Jalen Mills on a 1-year deal, per @JosinaAnderson.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2020
Dolphins stay hot in free agency. Sign Grugier Hill and Howard
Dolphins add to their defense and sign former Eagles LB Kamu Grugier Hill to a one year deal. Also signed former Eagles RB Jordan Howard to a two year deal
LB Kamu Grugier Hill heads to the #Dolphins on a 1-year deal, source says.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 17, 2020
Dolphins and former Eagles’ RB Jordan Howard reached agreement on a two-year deal worth north of $10 million, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2020
49ers bringing back Ronald Blair
49ers bringing back a key depth piece to add to this defensive line
The #49ers are bringing back defensive end Ronald Blair on a 1-year deal, source said. He had three sacks last year.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Lions looking to move their linebacker
A fifth-round pick by the New York Giants in 2014, the Detroit Lions were originally set to release Devon Kennard. Instead they’ll be shopping him.
A slight plot twist: The #Lions are having conversations with teams about trading Kennard. He’ll be on the move, but it could be in a trade. https://t.co/OTyg8rZkuG
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Former first-round pick gets a one-year prove it deal with the Houston Texans
A former first-round pick by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2016, Hargreaves is set to sign a one-year prove it deal with the Texans where he’ll have a chance to sign a long-term deal in 2021.
Texans Re-Signing CB Vernon Hargreaves To One-Year Deal https://t.co/CbONIwy2q5 pic.twitter.com/88DWCOalVm
— NFLTradeRumors.co (@nfltrade_rumors) March 17, 2020
Panthers have their quarterback of the future
Earlier, per multiple reports, with the Carolina Panthers set to move on from quarterback Cam Newton, the Panthers now are set to sign Teddy Bridgewater to a three-year deal.
The #Panthers are finalizing a deal with QB Teddy Bridgewater to be their starting QB, sources say. New OC Joe Brady gets a new QB in Teddy B. There is a basic agreement.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Las Vegas Raiders adding another inside linebacker
After signing Nick Kwiatkoski to a three-year deal on Monday, the Raiders are making another splash at inside linebacker, this time by signing Corey Littleton.
#Raiders nearing a deal with LB Cory Littleton, per @Jerrymcd.
— Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) March 17, 2020
Chicago Bears make a splash move
The Bears are signing Robert Quinn. A major move that nobody expected considering the team has Khalil Mack. Just moments later, the team is also releasing former first-round pick Leonard Floyd.
And the #Bears are, in fact, releasing former first-round pick Leonard Floyd, per @AdamSchefter. Saves $13.2M in cap space.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2020
The #Bears make a splash, signing former #Cowboys DE Robert Quinn to 5-year, $70M deal with $30M guaranteed. Quinn had 11.5 scaks in his only season with Dallas. This likely means Leonard Floyd's tenure in Chicago is over.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2020
BREAKING: Carolina Panthers and Cam Newton at odds regarding Newton’s future with the team
As the Carolina Panthers continue a new era under head coach Matt Rhule, mixed information is coming out regarding the status of star quarterback Cam Newton. While the Panthers reported that they’re working with Newton to facilitate a trade, Newton commented on the team’s Instagram page saying they’ve forced him into seeking a trade.
Big news: Based on the previous discussions between the #Panthers organization and Cam Newton’s agents, it has been agreed upon to allow Cam and his agency team to seek a trade. Other details to follow.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
BREAKING: Per his Instagram, the Cam Newton says the #Panthers forced him into seeking a trade. pic.twitter.com/gDso36nBGa
— Usayd Koshul (@usaydkoshul) March 17, 2020
Dolphins continue spending spree
The Dolphins were active in free agency on Monday, signing guys like Kyle Van Noy and Byron Jones. They continue to add to the defense, this time by agreeing to terms with Emmanuel Ogbah.
Defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah has agreed to terms with the Miami Dolphins on a 2-year deal worth $15M with $7.5M fully guaranteed, @RosenhausSports told ESPN.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2020
Saints ready for another Super Bowl run
After speculation that quarterback Drew Brees was going to retire this offseason, he’s officially back for another two seasons as the Saints try to put three years of disappointing playoff exits behind them.
The #Saints agree to terms with QB Drew Brees, source said. He gets a 2-year deal worth roughly $50M. Never in doubt, but now done. And Brees took less to help the team continue to build.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
After a big day on Monday, the Arizona Cardinals are signing Jordan Phillips
Phillips, a defensive tackle for the Bills in 2019 is coming off a strong season that saw him post 9.5 sacks. This move isn’t surprising since the Bills also added players like A.J. Klein and Mario Addison on Monday.
Free agent #Bills DT Jordan Phillips is headed to the #AZCardinals , source said, on a 3-year deal.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
BREAKING: Tom Brady announces that he won’t be returning to New England
Quarterback Tom Brady, announces via Instagram that he won’t be returning to the Patriots. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Chargers are two teams who remain interested in his services.
FOREVER A PATRIOT pic.twitter.com/QSBOJBs4uy
— Tom Brady (@TomBrady) March 17, 2020
49ers keeping secondary intact by resigning Jimmie Ward
One of the NFL’s best defenses in 2019, the 49ers are keeping their secondary together by resigning Jimmie Ward who all over the field in 2019.
#49ers are re-signing S Jimmie Ward, source said.
— Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) March 17, 2020
New York Giants add an inside linebacker
Late Monday night, it was reported that the New York Giants have come to terms with Blake Martinez. This need fills a big hole in the middle of the defense for the Giants.
Late last night LB Blake Martinez agreed to a three-year deal worth $30 million with the Giants, per source. He was a tackling machine in Green Bay, with 140+ each of past three seasons. Giants get the middle linebacker they desperately need.
— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) March 17, 2020
Staying in the NFC North
Former Bears and now-Lions defensive end has agreed to stay in the NFC North on a two-year, $10m deal with the Lions. Williams has six sacks in 2019, good for second on the Bears. Another former Bears player who’s heading to the Lions? Chase Daniel who was a backup for two seasons in Chicago under Matt Nagy and Mitchell Trubisky.
Former #Bears DL Nicholas Williams has agreed to contract terms with the #Lions, source said.
— Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) March 17, 2020
Former Bears' QB Chase Daniel, who beat the Detroit on Thanksgiving Day last season, reached agreement with the Lions today on a three-year, $13.05 million deal that includes a voidable clause, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2020
Texans signing Randall Cobb
After trading away DeAndre Hopkins on Monday afternoon, the Texans are signing former Packers and Cowboys wide receiver Randall Cobb who’s coming off a season that saw him average 15.1 yards per reception
The #Texans have agreed to terms with WR @rcobb18 on a 3-year $27M deal with $18.75 guaranteed #Texans @nflnetwork
— James Jones (@89JonesNTAF) March 17, 2020
Kendall Fuller back in Washington
Defensive back Kendall Fuller is heading back to the Washington Redskins who are trying to replace the recently cut Josh Norman
The #Redskins are signing former #Chiefs CB Kendall Fuller, per @john_keim. Fuller was originally drafted by Washington but was sent to Kansas City in the Alex Smith trade. Now headed back to the #Redskins. A big need filled.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2020
The Bills, who already have one of the most complete front sevens in the NFL, just got even better by adding Mario Addison
Addison was with the Carolina Panthers from 2012 until 2019 where he played under now-Bill head coach Sean McDermott. He’s coming off a 2019 season that saw him notch 9.5 sacks. He’ll be a key piece on the Bills defensive line.
Per source, the Bills have agreed to a three-year deal with DE Mario Addison
— Marcel Louis-Jacques (@Marcel_LJ) March 17, 2020
Amari Cooper is back with the Dallas Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys are bringing back wide receiver Amari Cooper whom they traded a first-round pick for halfway through the 2018 NFL season.
Amari Cooper intends to re-sign with the Dallas Cowboys on a 5-year, $100 million deal, league sources tell ESPN.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2020
MAJOR TRADE: Vikings are sending wide receiver Stefon Diggs to the Minnesota Vikings
In an effort to find more weapons for third-year quarterback Josh Allen, the Bills are set to trade for Vikings star wideout Stefon Diggs. With a first-round pick involved as a part of the compensation package.
Bills have acquired @stefondiggs in a trade from the Vikings. @NFLonFOX
— Jay Glazer (@JayGlazer) March 17, 2020
Compensation update: Bills are trading a 1st-round pick, a 5th-round pick, a 6th-round pick and a 2021 4th-round pick for Vikings WR Stefon Diggs and a 2020 7th-round pick, source tells ESPN.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2020
The Seahawks are bringing back a core piece of their defense
A second-round pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, the Seahawks will reward defensive tackle Jarran Reed with a two-year deal. He’s got 15.5 sacks over a four-year period.
The #Seahawks are re-signing DT Jarran Reed to a 2-year, $23M deal, per NFL Network.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2020
Bills adding to already impressive linebacker core
The face of the Bills linebacker core consists of Tremaine Edmunds and Matt Milano however, A.J. Klein is now set to join that group. The move will reunite him with head coach Sean McDermott who was Klein’s defensive coordinator when the two were together in Carolina.
The #Bills are signing former #Saints LB AJ Klein to a 3-year, $18M deal with $9.7M guaranteed, per @caplannfl. Has some familiarity with HC Sean McDermott from their days in Carolina.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 17, 2020
Marcus Mariota heads to Vegas
Once the second overall pick and the future of the Tennessee Titans franchise, Marcus Mariota will now join Jon Gruden in Las Vegas. Mariota has been labeled as a potential reclamation project this offseason.
Meanwhile, the #Raiders and QB Marcus Mariota have a deal. https://t.co/RturoYWiwk
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Jamie Collins will reunite with Matt Patricia
The veteran linebacker has agreed to terms with the Detroit Lions. Collins was a major contributor for Patricia on defense when both were together for a few years in New England.
Three-years, $30M with $18M guaranteed for Jamie Collins, who was one of the most impactful defensive players in football early on last season. https://t.co/SAlKroc8zX
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) March 17, 2020
Eric Murray to Texans
Former Browns S Eric Murray heads South to fill a much needed hole in Houston
Former Browns’ S Eric Murray reached agreement with the Houston Texans on a three-year deal worth up to $20.25 million, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2020
Javon Hargrave signs with the Eagles
Hargrave becomes the highest paid NT in the NFL with this deal
Former #Steelers DT Javon Hargrave is going to the #Eagles on a 3-year deal worth $39M, per @RosenhausSports. He gets $26M fully guaranteed at $13M per year. He becomes the highest paid nose tackle in the NFL.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Miami stays hot in free agency and signs Kyle Van Noy
Former Patriots LB is reunited with his old coach in New England by signing with Miami
#Dolphins have agreed to terms with LB Kyle Van Noy, source says. Reunited with Brian Flores.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 16, 2020
Jimmy Graham staying in the NFC North
After making headlines all day about potentially trading for Nick Foles or Andy Dalton, the Chicago Bears have made a move at the tight end position signing former Packers, Saints, and Seahawks tight end Jimmy Graham to deal. A move that was expected since the Bears were disastrous at the tight end position during the 2019 season.
Jimmy Graham to the Bears on a two-year, $16 million deal, including $9 million guaranteed, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
Ravens making a case for having the best defensive line in football
Just days after trading for Calais Campbell and adding to an already strong defensive line, the Ravens have agreed to terms with veteran Michael Brockers who has 23 career sacks.
The #Ravens have agreed to a deal with DL Michael Brockers, his agent @ScottCasterline. That is one strong defensive line.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 16, 2020
Panthers add some depth in the front seven
The Carolina Panthers, who are beginning a new era under first-time NFL head coach Matt Rhule are signing DE Stephen Weatherly who has six sacks over the last two seasons.
Former #Vikings DE Stephen Weatherly agreed to deal with #Panthers (2 years, $12.5m) per, @blakebaratz.
— Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) March 16, 2020
Redskins continue to rebuild under Ron Rivera
The Redskins, who will look very different in 2020 just made their first move of free agency by signing Guard Wes Schweitzer, who started 36 games in three seasons for the Atlanta Falcons
#Redskins are signing former #Falcons G Wes Schweitzer, source says. He gets $13.5 million over three years.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 16, 2020
The Dolphins continue to be active and will make Byron Jones the highest-paid CB in the NFL
In a deal that could see him make more than $17 million dollars a year, the Dolphins are signing Byron Jones as they continue to build the defense.
Source: The #Dolphins are getting #Cowboys FA CB Byron Jones. A massive deal for the now highest-paid corner.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
Dave Gettleman and James Bradberry reunite in New York
The Giants, who are expected to be active in free agency made their second big move of the day by signing cornerback James Bradberry. General manager Dave Gettleman drafted Bradberry when both were together in Carolina.
Source: FA CB James Bradberry going to the #Giants…3 yr $45M with $32M guaranteed.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
Dolphins continue to be active with the signing of Clayton Fejedelem
After signing Shaq Lawson and Ereck Flowers earlier, the Dolphins are adding some help in the secondary by adding 2016 seventh-round pick Clayton Fejedelem who’s got 117 tackles in four NFL seasons.
Thrilled for @ClayFejedelem agreeing to a 3 year deal with the @MiamiDolphins
— Mike McCartney (@MikeMcCartney7) March 16, 2020
After losing Jack Conklin, Titans bring back OT Dennis Kelly as a possible replacement
The Titans, who lost Jack Conklin to the Browns earlier today are bringing back OT Dennis Kelly who caught a touchdown pass in the AFC Championship game.
The Titans are re-signing OT Dennis Kelly to a three-year, $21M deal with $8.75M guaranteed, per source. A chance for Kelly to take over Jack Conklin’s starring role.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) March 16, 2020
As Broncos continue to build around Drew Lock, they’ve signed Guard Graham Glasgow
In an effort to continue building around second-year quarterback Drew Lock, the Broncos are adding 27-year old Graham Glasgow to an offensive core that already includes Courtland Sutton, Noah Fant, and Phillip Lindsay. Glasgow finished last season with a PFF of 74.1, playing 872 snaps, only accounting for 3 penalties, and allowed 0 sacks. Additionally, Glasgow has only missed 1 snap over the past 3 seasons. In 2019, Glasgow peaked at the no. 3 best guard in the league, but also held real-estate as a top center according to PFF.
The #Broncos are signing OL Graham Glasgow to a 4 year, $44M deal with $25M guaranteed, per @SPORTSTARSNYC.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
Browns make third signing of the with Case Keenum
The Browns, in an effort to find a veteran quarterback to help mentor Baker Mayfield, are signing journeyman Case Keenum who was with head coach Kevin Stefanski in Minnesota in 2017.
Browns reached agreement with former Redskins' QB Case Keenum on a three-year, $18 million deal that includes $10 million guaranteed, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
Lions signing Big V
The Lions have found their replacement for Ricky Wagner. Halapoulivaati Vaitai, most recently with the Philadelphia Eagles is set to be the starting right tackle for the Lions. He’ll make $50M over a five-year period.
OT Halapoulivaati Vaitai to the #Lions for $50m over five years, as @caplannfl said. Big money for Big V.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 16, 2020
Browns get Baker Mayfield some protection
The Browns offensive line was bad in 2019. Now, to address those issues, they’ve added former Tennessee Titans Tackle Jack Conklin. It’s a deal that’s going to reset the offensive tackle market.
Jack Conklin agreed to a 3-year deal with the Browns for $42M with $30M fully guarantee, per @RosenhausSports. He earns $20mil in the first year. Wanted to keep it short due to the projected increases in the salary cap. Conklin will only be 28 when this deal expires.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
Big trade alert! DeForest Buckner traded to the Colts
The Colts have traded a first round pick for All-Pro FeForest Buckner. Making him the second highest paid DT in NFL history
Trade AND deal: Colts trade first-round pick (13th overall) to 49ers for All-Pro DT DeForest Buckner, who already has agreed to a massive contract that pays him $21 million a year and makes him the second-highest paid DT in NFL history behind only Aaron Donald, sources tell ESPN.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
Tampa Bay is bringing back Jason Pierre-Paul
The Buccaneers, who are making headlines in their pursuit of Tom Brady, made another move on Monday afternoon, agreeing to terms with Jason Pierre-Paul. The pass rusher will be in Tampa Bay through 2021 after signing a two-year, $27 million dollar deal.
JPP is going back to Tampa Bay on a two-year, $27 million deal, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
Dolphins sign Shaq Lawson
The Dolphins bolstered their defense on Monday, signing former Bills pass rusher Shaq Lawson. Lawson had 6.5 sacks in 2019
The #Dolphins are giving Shaq Lawson a 3-year deal worth $30M, source said. A nice payday. https://t.co/PIPFflE67z
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
For the article on this move, click here
Tampa Bay Bucs pass rusher Shaq Barrett tagged
The #Bucs are franchise tagging pass-rusher Shaq Barrett, source said, locking him in after a career year. Barrett took off last season and earned the franchise tag from the Bucs. He looks to lock up a long term deal with Tampa Bay soon.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
For the article on this move, click here
Kansas City Chiefs tag defensive tackler Chris Jones
Chiefs star Chris Jones gets the franchise tag although he wants a big pay day. Long term deal could be coming soon.
No surprise, but Chiefs are placing franchise tag on DT Chris Jones today, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
For the article on this move, click here
Kirk Cousins signs two-year extension
Vikings QB Kirk Cousins signs two year extension worth $66 million with the Vikings.
Free agent LB Christian Kirksey has agreed to terms on a 2 year, $16 million dollar deal with the Green Bay Packers per his agency @SPORTSTARSNYC
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
For the article on this move, click here
Packers sign Christian Kirksey
Packers fill a big hole and sign former Browns LB Christian Kirksey
Free agent LB Christian Kirksey has agreed to terms on a 2 year, $16 million dollar deal with the Green Bay Packers per his agency @SPORTSTARSNYC
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
For the article on this move, click here
Bud Dupree and Leonard Williams get the franchise tag
Two defensive studs get the tag. Giants franchise tag Leonard Williams and the Steelers franchise tag Bud Dupree
We have placed the franchise tag on LB Bud Dupree.@BordasLaw TRANSACTION: https://t.co/yX8VIkXXPM pic.twitter.com/oxCRlyqhi7
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) March 16, 2020
Giants expected to place tag today on defensive lineman Leonard Williams, per source. Giants want him back and unwilling to let him leave.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
For the article on these moves, click here
The Falcons make some difficult cuts to clear space.
The Falcons have cut DB Desmond Trufant an RB Devonta Freeman to clear up cap space
The #Falcons are cutting RB Devonta Freeman, per @RapSheet. They tried to trade him at the deadline and now officially move on.
— NFL Update (@MySportsUpdate) March 16, 2020
The #Falcons plan to release star CB Desmond Trufant this week, per source.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 16, 2020
For the article on these moves, click here
AJ Green gets the tag from Cincinnati
With almost certainty that the Bengals will be selecting Joe Burrow number 1 overall, the Bengals lock up star WR AJ Green with the franchise tag
Bengals placed franchise tag on WR AJ Green, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
For the article on this move, click here
Prescott finally tagged
Cowboys star QB Dak Prescott finally gets the franchise tag from Dallas and owner Jerry Jones
The #Cowboys have placed the franchise tag on QB Dak Prescott, as expected. It’s the exclusive tag.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
For the article on this move, click here
CJ Ham gets three-year extension with the Vikings
Vikings RB CJ Ham was rewarded with a three year extension after having a successful end of the year last season
Congratulations on this very well deserved 3 year contract extension for @Vikings FB @cjham28 & his wife @StephHamDPT. No one deserves this more and I appreciate all the @vikings did to get this done. 4 more years of the ?….
“Started from the bottom now we here”#SKOL pic.twitter.com/OLLdJizZRe
— Blake Baratz (@blakebaratz) March 16, 2020
Packers sign free agent tackle
The Packers have signed free agent tackle Rick Wagner. Bryan Bulaga seems to be gone in Green Bay with this move
The #Packers have agreed to terms with free agent RT Rick Wagner, formerly of the #Lions, per me and @MikeGarafolo. This signals what has become clear, that Bryan Bulaga is gone.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
Titans tag Derrick Henry
With the extension of Ryan Tannehill, the Titans were able to franchise tag star RB Derrick Henry
Titans placed franchise tag on RB Derrick Henry, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
For the article on this move, click here
Cardinals place transition tag on Kenyan Drake
In a surprising move, the cardinals place the transition tag on RB Kenyan Drake
Wow. The #AZCardinals have given RB Kenyan Drake the transition tag, source said.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
For the article on this move, click here
Thuney Franchise Tagged
Patriots star offensive lineman has been given the franchise tag
The #Patriots with an interesting move: They are franchise tagging standout Joe Thuney. This allows them to keep him… or trade him.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
Vikings tag S Anthony Harris
The Vikings have tagged Anthony Harris. Could be used as a potential trading piece in the future
A surprise: the #Vikings have franchise tagged S Anthony Harris, either keeping him in Minnesota or allowing them to trade him. Maybe the top FA safety won’t be free.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
The Browns have signed stud TE Austin Hooper
Former Falcons TE, Austin Hooper is heading to Cleveland. Hooper really emerged as a top tier TE last season in Atlanta
#Falcons free agent TE Austin Hooper, the top player at his position, is headed to the #Browns, per @TomPelissero, @MikeSilver and me. They’ve agreed to terms, he’s the new highest-paid TE.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
The Dolphins have agreed to terms with OG Ereck Flowers.
As the Dolphins continue to rebuild and build the roster up for whoever their next QB will be, they’ve signed Flowers to anchor the offensive line.
Miami Dolphins agree to terms with Ereck Flowers $30M over 3 years with $19.95M fully guaranteed, per @RosenhausSports
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
To check out the article on this move, click here
Arizona Cardinals and Houston Texans make trade
The Cardinals have agreed to send running back David Johnson to the Houston Texans. The Texans will get some much-needed help in the backfield and Johnson will get a chance to revive his career after playing in just 13 games in 2019.
Sources: The #AZCardinals are trading RB David Johnson to the #Texans. Houston takes on some of the salary.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
San Francisco 49ers keep a key piece of the defense around
Defensive End Arik Armstead, who had 10 sacks in 2019, has agreed to a five-year deal with the 49ers. This allows for defensive coordinator Robert Saleh to continue to keep one of the NFL’s best defenses around.
The #49ers are giving star DL Arik Armstead a 5-year deal, sources say, avoiding the franchise tag and locking him up long-term. He gets up to $85M on his new deal.???
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
MAJOR TRADE: Texans are sending WR DeAndre Hopkins to the Arizona Cardinals
As the Cardinals look to build around QB Kyler Murray, they’ve traded for DeAndre Hopkins, one of the NFL’s best wide receivers. A major move that will have implications on the NFL’s landscape.
Texans are trading DeAndre Hopkins to Arizona, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
DeAndre Hopkins and a fourth round pick go to Cards for David Johnson and a second round pick this year and a fourth round pick next year.
— John McClain (@McClain_on_NFL) March 16, 2020
For the article on this move, click here
Nick Kwiatkoski signs with Raiders
The Raiders look to improve their defense starting with the signing of Bears standout ILB Nick Kwiatkoski
The #Raiders have signed former #Bears LB Nick Kwiatkoski, source said… as tweeted.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
Dallas Signs Blake Jarwin
After tagging Prescott, the Cowboys signed Blake Jarwin to a three years extension
The #Cowboys are signing TE Blake Jarwin to a 3-year extension worth up to $24.25M, sources tell me and @MikeGarafolo. He gets $9.25M guaranteed.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
For the article on this move, click here
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