You can say that this offseason in the NFL has been more mild than wild. It has been lukewarm at best. Strangely, the biggest move was a move that never happened. That was the “no thank-you” that the Baltimore Ravens gave the Las Vegas Raiders AFTER they agreed to a monster trade for edge rusher Maxx Crosby. They blamed it on a failed physical. He just had a major knee surgery; how was he going to pass a physical? But many believe that there were more layers to this onion. I’m pointing at you, Lamar Jackson’s mama (agent).
All that being said, we are going to go over the free agent signings, the trades, the available free agents in waiting, and any other info that is floating out there.
FREE AGENCY SIGNINGS
- Trey Hendrickson, Edge Rusher, signed with the Baltimore Ravens, leaving the Cincinnati Bengals
What he brings: Hendrickson is a relentless defender off the edge, with a deep toolbox of counters and a knack for making plays late in the down. In seven games last season, he had four sacks. His 17.5 sacks and 65 pressures in 2024 were league highs. Hendrickson would immediately upgrade just about any team’s defensive line.
- Tyler Linderbaum, Center, signed with the Las Vegas Raiders, leaving the Baltimore Ravens
What he brings: Linderbaum has a tone-setting mentality on the interior of the front, using elite foot speed and body control to match pass rushers or climb to the second level in the run game. His pass block win rate of 97.2% tied for second among 31 qualifying centers last season. He is now the highest-paid interior lineman in the NFL
- Jaelan Phillips, Edge Rusher, signed with the Carolina Panthers, leaving the Philadelphia Eagles
What he brings: With his long 6-foot-5 frame, Phillips can play as both an edge setter and pocket disrupter. After being traded to the Eagles on Nov. 3, he had two sacks and 27 pressures in coordinator Vic Fangio’s system, flashing improved range to the ball. Over his five-year career, Phillips has accounted for 28 sacks and 150 pressures.
- Alec Pierce, Wide Receiver, signs and stays with the Indianapolis Colts
What he brings: A vertical stretch target at 6-foot-3 and 211 pounds, Pierce averaged a league-best 21.3 yards per catch in 2025. He also topped the 1,000-yard receiving mark and brought in six touchdowns. Pierce has the straight-line speed to lift the safeties, creating open coverage voids underneath for other targets. With more volume and an increased role, he has the skills to produce as a multilevel route runner.
- Quay Walker, Linebacker, signs with the Las Vegas Raiders, leaving the Green Bay Packers
What he brings: Walker’s explosive traits create playmaking upside; he can cover ground as a run-and-hit defender. Plus, he diagnosed the run game at a quicker rate in 2025, averaging 4.9 tackles on designed rushes per game (11th highest). Overall, Walker had 2.5 sacks, 8 tackles for loss and 4 pass breakups.
- Mike Evans, Wide Receiver, signs with the San Francisco 49ers, leaving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
What he brings: Injuries limited Evans to eight games last season, but he had topped the 1,000-yard receiving mark in 11 straight seasons entering 2025. He’s a classic boundary receiver, with 6-foot-5 size and great ball skills. Evans can still get loose in the red zone and produce as a No. 2 option.
- Tremaine Edmunds, Linebacker, signs with the NY Giants, leaving the Chicago Bears
What he brings: A long and rangy linebacker at 6-foot-4, 251 pounds, Edmunds should gain interest due to his ability to generate on-ball production in coverage. Edmunds, who averaged 8.6 tackles per game in 2025, had nine interceptions and 12 pass breakups over his three seasons in Chicago.
- Malik Willis, Quarterback, signs with the Miami Dolphins, leaving the Green Bay Packers
What he brings: With his dual-threat traits and positive signs of development in Green Bay, Willis is one of the top quarterbacks in free agency. In four appearances (one start) last season, Willis completed 85.7% of his throws, rushed for 123 yards and scored four touchdowns. He’ll be signed to start somewhere this Marc
- Kenneth Walker III, Running Back, signs with the Kansas City Chiefs, leaving the Seattle Seahawks
What he brings: Walker is a decisive runner who can press the edges with speed, find cutback lanes in zone schemes and provide big-play ability. His 33 rushes of 10 or more yards were the sixth most in the regular season, and he can be targeted on screens or swing routes out of the backfield. He has had at least 25 receptions in all four of his NFL seasons.
- Kyler Murray, Quarterback, signs with the Minnesota Vikings, leaving the Arizona Cardinals
What he brings: Murray played in only five games last season due to a foot injury. When healthy, he has the talent to produce in a system that maximizes his dual-threat ability, and he should draw strong interest as a free agent. In seven seasons with Arizona, he threw for 121 touchdowns and rushed for 3,193 yards.
- Isaiah Likely, Tight End, signs with the NY Giants, leaving the Baltimore Ravens
What he brings: Likely’s alignment versatility gives offensive playcallers more flexibility, and he has the catch-and-run traits to produce on high-percentage throws. He should be viewed as a “move” tight end who can get favorable matchups in the passing game. He had 27 catches for 301 yards and a touchdown in 2025, which was down from his six scores in 2024.
- Romeo Doubs, Wide Receiver, signs with the New England Patriots, leaving the Green Bay Packers
What he brings: Doubs has the route-running traits and foot quickness to uncover, and he is more than willing to work the middle of the field on in-breaking concepts. While the Packers missed Jayden Reed, Christian Watson and Tucker Kraft over parts of the season, Doubs averaged 13.2 yards per reception and caught five of his six touchdowns on red zone targets. In short, he’s a reliable pass catcher.
- Travis Etienne Jr., Running Back, signs with the New Orleans Saints, leaving the Jacksonville Jaguars
What he brings: Etienne looked more explosive in 2025, slashing through creases of daylight as a runner. His 26 rushes of 10 or more yards were tied for the 12th most in the NFL, and he’s more than capable as a receiver out of the backfield (36 catches in 2025). He had 116 total yards and a touchdown in Jacksonville’s wild-card loss to Buffalo
- Rashid Shaheed, Wide Receiver, signs and stays with the Seattle Seahawks
What he brings: Shaheed can stretch defenses vertically, plus he can turn screens or underneath throws into chunk plays. He also provides an upgrade on special teams, making the Pro Bowl last season as a fearless kickoff returner with open-field speed. Shaheed has had 29 receptions of 20 or more yards in his four-year career.
- Jauan Jennings, Wide Receiver, AVAILABLE FOR ANY TEAM
What he brings: At 6-foot-3, 213 pounds, Jennings is a consistent route runner who plays through contact and makes himself available to the quarterback on in-breaking targets. He caught 55 passes last season for an injury-riddled 49ers unit, scoring nine touchdowns. Jennings was even better in 2024, when he ranked 12th in ESPN’s receiver scores and had 975 receiving yards.
- Stefon Diggs, Wide Receiver, AVAILABLE FOR ANY TEAM
What he brings: Diggs caught 85 passes for 1,013 yards and four touchdowns in his lone season with the Patriots. Reduced play speed keeps him a little lower on our list, but he’s still a savvy route runner — with inside/outside alignment flex — who can create separation to the ball. Plus, Diggs has the toughness to operate between the numbers on in-breaking concepts.
- Joey Bosa, Edge Rusher, AVAILABLE FOR ANY TEAM
What he brings: Bosa has played in at least 14 games over the past two seasons after injuries limited him to a total of 13 games from 2022 to 2023. Averaging 36.3 snaps per game for the Bills, he had 5 sacks, 5 forced fumbles and 42 pressures. Bosa should be viewed as a situational rusher who can still win with speed-to-power. His effort level also leads to production late in the play.
- Chig Okonkwo, Tight End, signs with the Washington Commanders, leaving the Tennessee Titans
What he brings: At 6-foot-3, 238 pounds, Okonkwo can be schemed as a motion/movement player in the passing game. In addition to running seam and corner routes, Okonkwo gets loose on screens, crossers, and unders. He caught 56 passes for 560 yards and two touchdowns last season, with 61.8% of his total receiving production coming after the catch. Elusive in space, he is a matchup piece for the right playcaller.
- Wan’Dale Robinson, Wide Receiver, signs with the Tennessee Titans, leaving the NY Giants
What he brings: A 5-foot-8, 185-pound slot receiver with the short-area speed to uncover, Robinson displayed more vertical ability last season for the Giants. He produced a career-best 14 receptions of 20 or more yards for New York, which was without Malik Nabers for much of the season. With at least 92 receptions in each of his past two seasons, Robinson is a volume target who can work multiple levels between the numbers.
- Rico Dowdle, Running Back, signs with the Pittsburgh Steelers, leaving the Carolina Panthers
What he brings: Dowdle rushed for 1,076 yards this past season, and he had 26 carries of 10 or more yards. An explosive runner, he can work the edges or get vertical with the ball in zone schemes. And he gets up to top speed quickly. Dowdle also had 39 receptions for the Panthers in 2025, tying a career high.
- Kenneth Gainwell, Running Back, signs with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, leaving the Pittsburgh Steelers
What he brings: A change-of-pace runner, Gainwell caught a career-high 73 passes last season and was vital on third downs for Pittsburgh. He produces on backfield releases and can even draw positive matchups when flexed from the formation. Gainwell would fit a backfield rotation that caters to his dual-threat traits.
- Alex Anzalone, Linebacker, signs with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, leaving the Detroit Lions
What he brings: A nine-year veteran, Anzalone is quick to key the run game and can be schemed a blitzer. In coverage, Anzalone has the lateral quickness and eye discipline to match running backs in the pass game. He had 2.5 sacks and eight pass breakups in Detroit last season.
- Aaron Rodgers, Quarterback, AVAILABLE FOR ANY TEAM
What he brings: Rodgers displayed more mobility last season when working the edges of the pocket, while throwing for 24 touchdowns and only seven interceptions. He ranked 16th in completion percentage (65.7%) and 23rd in QBR (44.4). With his quick release and high-end coverage recognition, he can still be a capable starter in the NFL.
- Kirk Cousins, Quarterback, AVAILABLE FOR ANY TEAM
What he brings: Expected to be cut, Cousins played in 10 games last season — including eight starts — while Michael Penix Jr. dealt with injuries. Cousins threw for 1,721 yards with 10 touchdowns and five interceptions; his QBR of 47.6 would have ranked 22nd if he qualified. With limited mobility, he grades out as a lower-tier starter in a play-action system that would cater to his field vision and timing.
- Deebo Samuel, Wide Receiver, AVAILABLE FOR ANY TEAM
What he brings: Samuel caught 72 passes and scored five touchdowns in his one season with the Commanders, with 63.7% of his receiving totals coming after the catch. A power strider, he would benefit from a system that allows him to get loose on catch-and-run targets.
- Jalen Nailor, Wide Receiver, signs with the Las Vegas Raiders, leaving the Minnesota Vikings
What he brings: Nailor is more than willing to work the middle of the field, and he has the foot quickness to separate on out-breaking routes. With the ability to line up inside or outside, he has proved himself as a solid No. 3 option. He averaged 15.3 yards per catch and scored three touchdowns in 2025.
- Bradley Chubb, Edge Rusher, signs with the Buffalo Bills, leaving the Miami Dolphins
What he brings: After missing the entire 2024 season with a knee injury, Chubb played in all 17 games for Miami in 2025. He finished with a team-high 8.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and 35 pressures. He’s a quality edge rusher who can slot in for a contender.
- Tua Tagovailoa, Quarterback, signs with the Atlanta Falcons, leaving the Miami Dolphins
What he brings: After five seasons in Miami, Tagovailoa now grades out as a low-level starter who could thrive in a timing and rhythm pass game. Teams could view him as a veteran bridge quarterback, but his injury history must be considered. Tagovailoa has thrown 120 touchdowns and 59 interceptions in his career.
- David Njoku, Tight End, AVAILABLE FOR ANY TEAM
What he brings: With his frame and physical tools, Njoku is a seam stretcher who can create isolation matchups in the low red zone. However, he missed 11 games in the past two seasons because of injuries. In 12 games this past season, he caught 33 passes for 293 yards and four touchdowns.
- Cade Otton, Tight End, signs and stays with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
What he brings: At 6-foot-5, 247 pounds, Otton is a big target on middle-of-the-field throws with the foot speed to uncover. He can also be targeted at the third level on seams and corners. Otton caught 59 passes in each of the past two seasons, combining for five touchdowns.
- Dre Greenlaw, Linebacker, signs and stays with the San Francisco 49ers
What he brings: Greenlaw has played in only 10 games over the past two seasons since tearing his Achilles in Super Bowl LVII with the 49ers, but the tape doesn’t show signs of a declining player. When available, he is an instinctive linebacker who has the pursuit range to play a productive role in multiple defensive systems.
- Marcus Mariota, Quarterback, signs and stays with the Washington Commanders
What he brings: In eight starts last season, Mariota threw for 1,695 yards with 10 touchdowns and five interceptions. Plus, he ranked 13th out of all QBs in total rushing yards (297). With the dual-threat element he brings to the field, Mariota grades out as a high-level No. 2.
- Rachaad White, Running Back, signs with the Washington Commanders, leaving the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
What he brings: With his dual-threat ability, White can produce as a receiver while being featured in the running game. Last season in Tampa, White had 40 receptions and 790 total yards. He would fit in a split-backfield approach, adding value on passing downs.
- Cameron Jordan, Edge Rusher, AVAILABLE FOR ANY TEAM
What he brings: Jordan, who will be a free agent before his 16th pro season, had 10.5 sacks in 2025 (his most since 2021). With the physical profile (6-foot-4, 287 pounds) to play as a 4-3 edge, and the movement ability he showed on the tape this past season, Jordan can be helpful even if it’s in a rotational role.
- Hollywood Brown, Wide Receiver, signs with the Philadelphia Eagles, leaving the Kansas City Chiefs
What he brings: In 16 games this past season, Brown caught 49 passes for 587 yards and five touchdowns. He still has the third-level speed to attack split-field safeties, plus he can separate from coverage on crossers and unders. Brown missed the majority of the 2024 season because of a sternoclavicular injury.
- Jonnu Smith, Tight End, AVAILABLE FOR ANY TEAM
What he brings: A motion/movement tight end, Smith can impact the pass game in a system that caters to his alignment versatility and ability to run after the catch. Smith had 38 receptions in Pittsburgh last season, and 68.4% of his career receiving totals have come after the catch.
- Bobby Wagner, Linebacker, AVAILABLE FOR ANY TEAM
What he brings: Wagner’s 9.5 tackles per game ranked sixth overall in 2025, showing he can still key quickly and rack up run stops. He does have limitations in coverage at this stage of his career, but he would add a veteran voice and early-down production to any NFL defense.
- Jadeveon Clowney, Edge Rusher, AVAILABLE FOR ANY TEAM
What he brings: The 12th year pro had 8.5 sacks and 32 pressures last season in 13 games, winning late in the down to get to the quarterback. We expect Clowney to sign a short-term deal as a rotational pass rusher.
- Darnell Mooney, Wide Receiver, signs with the NY Giants, leaving the Atlanta Falcons
What he brings: Mooney can stretch the field, and he will be a welcome addition teaming up with Malik Nabers. The Giants have a whole new receiving corps, and this will be a fun year to see what Jaxson Dart can do.
- Calvin Austin, Wide Receiver, signs with the NY Giants, leaving the Pittsburgh Steelers
What he brings: A young receiver who can use a nice change of scenery. The Giants gave him a one-year deal to see what he can bring to the table. On the smaller side, Austin will make a good slot target for the Giants.
TRADES
Andy Dalton (QB) – Traded to Philadelphia (PHI) from Carolina (CAR) for 2027 7th round pick- Jaylen Waddle (WR) – Traded to Denver (DEN) from Miami (MIA) with 2026 4th round pick for 2026 1st round pick (#30), 2026 3rd round pick (#94) and 2026 4th round pick (#130)
- Justin Fields (QB) – Traded to Kansas City (KC) from New York (NYJ) for 2027 6th round pick
- Michael Pittman Jr. (WR) – Traded to Pittsburgh (PIT) from Indianapolis (IND) with 2026 7th round pick (#230) for 2026 6th round pick (#214)
- Geno Smith (QB) – Traded to New York (NYJ) from Las Vegas (LV) with 2026 7th round pick (#228) for 2026 6th round pick (#208)
- Minkah Fitzpatrick (S) – Traded to New York (NYJ) from Miami (MIA) for 2026 7th round pick [(from LAC)] (#238 (from LAC))
- D.J. Moore (WR) – Traded to Buffalo (BUF) from Chicago (CHI) with 2026 5th round pick (#165) for 2026 2nd round pick (#60)
- Trent McDuffie (CB) – Traded to Los Angeles (LAR) from Kansas City (KC) for 2027 3rd round pick, 2026 1st round pick (#29), 2026 5th round pick (#169) and 2026 6th round pick (#210)
- David Montgomery (RB) – Traded to Houston (HOU) from Detroit (DET) for Juice Scruggs, 2027 7th round pick and 2026 4th round pick (#128)
