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Ravens land Hendrickson as Day 3 reshapes 2026 free agency

The 2026 NFL league year opened with the Ravens signing edge rusher Trey Hendrickson to four years, $112 million ($60 million guaranteed), a marquee Day 3 move as others like Daniel Jones to the Colts, Nick Cross to the Commanders, Chigoziem Okonkwo to Washington, Jaylinn Hawkins to Baltimore, Kevin Byard to New England, Bradley Chubb to the Bills and Javon Hargrave to the Packers were announced; analysts graded Hendrickson a B+ given age and injury concerns but viewed the deal as a major upgrade to Baltimore's rush.

via CBS Sports|

#baltimore-ravens #contract-signings #free-agency-2026

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Crosby Trade Collapse Reorders NFL Free Agency Day 2

Day 2 of NFL free agency was quieter but dominated by the Ravens backing out of a two‑first‑round trade for Maxx Crosby amid a failed physical, triggering league‑wide reconsiderations as teams adjust plans. Winners include coaches reuniting with familiar players (Titans/Giants) and the Panthers defense (Devin Lloyd) plus the Texans bolstering their offensive line with Braden Smith. Losers involve the Raiders and Ravens due to the Crosby setback (with Hendrickson also lingering over market value) and the Arizona Cardinals’ uncertain direction, while Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr. faces an open competition with Tua Tagovailoa while recovering from ACL surgery. Overall, the early moves are reshaping cap space, pairings, and expectations for the rest of free agency.

via NFLTradeRumors.co|

#crosby-trade-collapse #free-agency-2026 #raiders

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Browns re-sign Teven Jenkins to anchor revamped offensive line

The Browns have re-signed guard Teven Jenkins, who played in all 17 games with four starts in 2025 and did not commit a penalty or allow a sack on 324 snaps, as Cleveland rebuilds its offensive line under a new system led by offensive coordinator Travis Switzer and OL coach George Warhop.

via Cleveland Browns|

#browns #free-agency-2026 #nfl

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Ravens' Market-Setting Offer for Linderbaum Outpaced by Raiders' $81M Payday

The Ravens reportedly offered Tyler Linderbaum a four-year, $88 million contract (about $22 million per year, fully guaranteed) to stay in Baltimore, but the Raiders countered with a three-year, $81 million deal (roughly $27 million per year), leading to Linderbaum’s departure. Baltimore’s decision to not match reflects a broader Day 1 roster turnover that saw seven free agents leave, while other moves—including a John Simpson reunion and the Maxx Crosby trade—shaped the Ravens’ ongoing roster-building.

via Baltimore Ravens|

#baltimore-ravens #center-contract #free-agency-2026

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Giants Kick Off 2026 Free Agency with Seven Signings and Mixed Early Grades

New York Giants opened 2026 NFL free agency with seven signings (and five losses), missing guard Alijah Vera-Tucker; fan polls favored Tremaine Edmunds and Jordan Stout while Isaiah Likely drew mixed reactions. Analysts across PFF, The Athletic, FOX Sports, SB Nation, and Bleacher Report graded the moves from above-average to A-/B-, with Eluemunor seen as solid value and overall sentiment mixed as the Giants recalibrate their roster on Day 1.

via Big Blue View|

#free-agency-2026 #giants #isaiah-likely

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Cap Hits $301M Spark Washington’s 2026 Free Agency Push

The Washington Commanders enter the 2026 free agency window with a $301.2 million cap as the legal tampering period begins, aiming to improve on last season under new coordinators and around QB Jayden Daniels. They’ve already signed several players, released others to clear cap, and remain active in pursuing pending free agents (including Deebo Samuel) amid a flurry of rumors and roster moves shaping a rebuild.

via Hogs Haven|

#free-agency-2026 #legal-tampering #nfl

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Falcons Kick Off 2026 Free Agency With Signings, Tenders and Reports

The Atlanta Falcons’ 2026 free-agency period is underway, with the team extending CB Natrone Brooks, tendering exclusive rights to Elijah Garcia, and editors tracking multiple reported signings (Cameron Thomas, Jahan Dotson, Nick Folk, Jake Bailey, Austin Hooper, Olamide Zaccheaus) while aggregating updates from Schefter, Pelissero, and Rapoport.

via Atlanta Falcons|

#falcons #free-agency-2026 #nfl

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Vikings Chase Kyler Murray as 2026 Free Agency Opens

As the 2026 NFL league year nears, the Vikings sit at the center of Kyler Murray rumors and a broader roster overhaul, focusing on upgrades at center, RB, WR, CB, DT, LB, and S. Murray could be released when free agency starts, with some players reportedly backing the move, while a restructuring of T.J. Hockenson forfeits a future compensatory pick and trade chatter surrounds edge rusher Jonathan Greenard as Minnesota weighs options and potential visits.

via Sports Illustrated|

#free-agency-2026 #kyler-murray #minnesota-vikings

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Chargers Extend Khalil Mack with a Guaranteed 1-Year, $18M Deal

The Los Angeles Chargers and Khalil Mack agreed to a one-year, fully guaranteed $18 million contract for the 2026 season, keeping the veteran edge rusher in L.A. as the team eyeing a re-signing of Odafe Oweh; Mack, 35, remained productive in 2025 with 5.5 sacks and 4 forced fumbles in 12 games, adding to a career that includes nine Pro Bowls and a place on the 2010s All-Decade Team.

via NFL.com|

#defense #free-agency-2026 #khalil-mack

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Raiders map 2026 free agency: cap space, needs and key dates

Raiders head into the 2026 free-agent window with 24 pending free agents and roughly $83 million in cap space (out of a $301.2 million cap), targeting QB, OL, WR, CB and DE in free agency and the draft as the league year opens March 11 after a legal tampering period March 9–11. The article explains free-agent categories (unrestricted, restricted, exclusive rights) and accrued seasons, and points to Raiders’ Free Agent Tracker for updates.

via Raiders.com|

#dates-to-know #free-agency-2026 #nfl

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Murray on the Open Market: Five Teams in Play for a 2026 Comeback

The Cardinals will release Kyler Murray before the 2026 league year, making him a top quarterback free agent. Arizona’s move saves little in the short term but leaves Murray with $36.8 million guaranteed for 2026; his injury history and middling but above‑average production in a weak Cardinals offense keep him from being a guaranteed elite option. The piece highlights five likely landing spots—Vikings, Jets, Dolphins, Falcons, and Steelers—and weighs cap space, competitive timelines, and how each offense might fit Murray. The Dolphins are unlikely due to cap and a development path, the Jets could afford him but face long‑term commitments, the Falcons have cap room but a potentially awkward fit, the Vikings could upgrade but would need the right scheme, and the Steelers present the most favorable combination of cap space and a scheme that suits Murray. Ultimately, his destination remains uncertain as teams balance cost, fit, and risk.]

via The Ringer|

#cardinals #free-agency-2026 #kyler-murray

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Bengals Bring Risner Back, Fortifying Burrow's Shield

Dalton Risner re-signed with the Cincinnati Bengals for 2026, returning to a vital right guard role and providing stability for Joe Burrow’s offense as the team kicks off its offseason; the deal drew support from teammates and coaches and underscored the Bengals’ commitment to their O-line.

via Bengals.com|

#bengals #dalton-risner #free-agency-2026