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CBS Sports’ Tyler Sullivan floated five Crosby trade scenarios, with the standout sending Maxx Crosby to the Patriots for two 2026 top-100 picks (No. 31 and No. 63) plus DT Christian Barmore; the deal would give the Raiders five top-100 picks in 2026 (plus pick 102) to fuel the rebuild, while New England would land a premier edge rusher, though Barmore’s impact against the run would be limited.
Cincinnati heads into 2026 free agency with two own edge players, Trey Hendrickson and Joseph Ossai, entering the market after injuries in 2025, and a large, dynamic pool of potential targets that includes Odafe Oweh, Dremont Jones, Jaelan Phillips, Joey Bosa, Jadeveon Clowney, Khalil Mack and others, a market likely to shift with extensions and franchise tags.
Myles Murphy, a Bengals defensive end, has been improving significantly this season through increased game reps, disciplined routines, and mentorship from veterans like Trey Hendrickson and Sam Hubbard. He has also overhauled his diet and training regimen, which has contributed to his better performance and confidence on the field. Off the field, Murphy is passionate about cars and photography, and is restoring a rare '62 Pontiac, reflecting his interests outside football.
The Buffalo Bills signed veteran DE Matthew Judon to their practice squad ahead of Week 16, adding experienced depth to their defensive line, while releasing DE Morgan Fox from the practice squad.
The Buffalo Bills signed defensive end Morgan Fox to their practice squad. Fox, an undrafted free agent in 2016, has played for the Rams, Panthers, and Chargers, accumulating notable stats over his career. The Bills also made four other roster moves recently.
Dallas Cowboys' second-year defensive end Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away at age 24, with no details disclosed. Kneeland, a promising player from Western Michigan, had recently scored a touchdown in a game and was known for his record-setting college career. His death marks the second Cowboys player to die during the season in recent years.
Aidan Hutchinson signed a four-year extension with the Detroit Lions, making it a five-and-a-half-year deal worth approximately $134.5 million guaranteed, with significant payouts through 2030, after recovering from a serious leg injury.
The Patriots traded veteran pass rusher Keion White and a 2026 seventh-round pick to the 49ers for a 2026 sixth-round pick, aiming to boost their pass rush with White, who is expected to regain his 2024 form in San Francisco, especially with Bosa out for the season.
Maxx Crosby will remain with the Las Vegas Raiders beyond the NFL trade deadline, having met with the team and expressed a desire to stay. Despite interest from other clubs, Crosby is not on the trading block, and the Raiders are focusing on their upcoming games amid a challenging season.
Za'Darius Smith, a former Lions pass rusher with a notable NFL career, announced his retirement after playing five games with the Eagles this season, expressing gratitude to fans and reflecting on his career, which includes 70.5 sacks and three Pro Bowls.
Joey Bosa, now with the Bills after being released by the Chargers due to injury concerns, is feeling healthy and confident, which has translated into impactful performances on the field, including a sack and forced fumbles, suggesting he could have a significant impact for the Bills this season.
Micah Parsons was traded from the Dallas Cowboys to the Green Bay Packers in a significant deal, signing an extension and expressing enthusiasm for his new team and community, while also sharing his admiration for Packers fans and history.
The Cincinnati Bengals and Trey Hendrickson have resolved a months-long contract dispute with a one-year deal that raises his salary to $30 million for 2025, making him one of the league's highest-paid defenders, after a period of public frustration and negotiations.
Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson is focusing on returning to peak form after an injury and is taking a hands-off approach to his contract extension process, prioritizing playing football over negotiations as he prepares for the upcoming season.
The Cincinnati Bengals are reportedly listening to trade offers for defensive end Trey Hendrickson, who has made it clear he won't play under his current $16 million deal. The market for top defensive ends has increased, with recent contracts surpassing $35 million per year, and the Bengals' reluctance to fully guarantee more than the first year of Hendrickson's deal may be prompting other teams to make offers. The situation is urgent with the NFL season starting soon, and a decision is needed quickly.