While impending free agents aren’t able to officially sign with a new team until the 2024 NFL season starts Wednesday, the legal tampering window has served as the unofficial start to the new year.
NFL teams are able to start negotiating with impending free agents as of noon ET on Monday. Players can agree to terms and agree to sign with teams, but all signings won’t be made official until Wednesday.
In an effort to keep your NFL news in one place, rather than jumping back and forth to various social media accounts, we’re going to track the latest rumors and reports here.
11:44 p.m. ET: The New York Jets signed quarterback Tyrod Taylor, according to Jeff Howe of The Athletic.
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8:24 p.m. ET: The New England Patriots signed quarterback Jacoby Brissett to a one-year, $8 million deal, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, bringing the 31-year-old back to Foxborough.
7:29 p.m. ET: The New England Patriots are re-signing offensive lineman Mike Onwenu to a three-year, $57 million contract with $38 million of the deal guaranteed, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
6:31 p.m. ET: Trade!
The New York Giants are acquiring two-time Pro Bowl linebacker Brian Burns, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The 25-year-old will sign a five-year, $150 million extension with New York, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport while Carolina lands a second and fifth-round draft pick.
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6:12 p.m. ET: Linebacker Zack Baun plans to sign a one-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
6:10 p.m. ET: The Los Angeles Chargers are re-signing safety Alohi Gilman to a two-year deal, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.
6:08 p.m. ET: Trade!
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The Detroit Lions are acquiring cornerback Carlton Davis from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, per NFL Media’s Tom Pelissero.
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5:55 p.m. ET: The Detroit Lions have agreed to terms with defensive end Marcus Davenport on a one-year deal, per NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport.
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5:39 p.m. ET: The Buffalo Bills are re-signing linebacker A.J. Epenesa to a two-year deal, per NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo.
5:39 p.m. ET: The Cleveland Browns intend on re-signing edge rusher Za’Darius Smith, per The Athletic’s Dianna Russini. NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport reported its a two-year deal worth $23.5 million.
5:38 p.m. ET: Linebacker Mack Wilson, formerly of the New England Patriots, has agreed to a three-year deal with the Arizona Cardinals, as first reported by ESPN’s Mike Reiss.
5:28 p.m. ET: Linebacker Frankie Luvu has agreed to join the Washington Commanders on a three-year deal with a maximum value of $36 million, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
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5:27 p.m. ET: Tight end Will Dissly has agreed to join the Los Angeles Chargers, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler.
5:23 p.m. ET: The Carolina Panthers and New York Giants have been discussing a blockbuster trade for star defender Brian Burns, per The Athletic’s Dianna Russini.
5:14 p.m. ET: Defensive tackle Dustin Jones has agreed to join the Arizona Cardinals on a three-year deal worth $30.1 million, per NFL Network’s Peter Schrager.
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5:11 p.m. ET: Cornerback Chidobe Awuzie has agreed to terms with the Tennessee Titans, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Awuzie will get a three-year deal.
5:04 p.m. ET: Audible!
After agreeing to terms with the Jacksonville Jaguars earlier Monday, kicker Will Lutz has changed his mind and is remaining with the Denver Broncos, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
5:02 p.m. ET: The San Francisco 49ers have agreed to sign edge rusher Leonard Floyd, per NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport. Floyd will get a two-year deal worth up to $24 million, per Rapoport.
4:44 p.m. ET: The Raiders have agreed to terms with quarterback Gardner Minshew on a two-year deal, per NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport. Minshew will compete with Aidan O’Connell for the starting job.
NFL Media’s Tom Pelissero reported the two-year pact is for $25 million with $15 million fully guaranteed.
4:39 p.m. ET: The Raiders are kicking the tires on Chicago bears quarterback Justin Fields, per The Athletic’s Vic Tafur.
4:36 p.m. ET: The Arizona Cardinals have agreed to terms with cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting on a three-year deal worth $25.5 million, per NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo.
4:31 p.m. ET: The Cincinnati Bengals are planning to sign safety Geno Stone to a two-year, $15 million deal, per NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport.
4:22 p.m. ET: The Los Angeles Chargers have reached an agreement on a two-year deal with running back Gus Edwards, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
4:21 p.m. ET: The Indianapolis Colts are re-signing defensive tackle Grover Stewart to a three-year, $39 million deal, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
4:06 p.m. ET: The New York Giants, who lost Saquon Barkley to the Philadelphia Eagles, have reached an agreement with running back Devin Singletary, per NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the deal is for three years and $16.5 million with incentives upping it to a potential $19.5 million.
4:02 p.m. ET: The Houston Texans are signing veteran defensive lineman Denico Autry to a two-year, $20 million deal, according to NFL Media’s Tom Pelissero.
4:00 p.m. ET: The Green Bay Packers are expected to sign safety Xavier McKinney, according to NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport. McKinney, formerly of the New York Giants, will get a four-year deal worth $68 million.
3:49 p.m. ET: The Houston Texans plan to sign cornerback Jeff Okudah to a one-year, $4.75 million deal, according to NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo.
3:39 p.m. ET: The New England Patriots have informed DeVante Parker they plan to release him Wednesday, the first day of the new league year, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
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3:23 p.m. ET: The Carolina Panthers plan to sign guard Robert Hunt, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo report the deal is for five years and $100 million, marking another massive contract for guards this offseason.
3:18 p.m. ET: The Minnesota Vikings have made another addition to their defense with linebacker Blake Cashman expected to sign a three-year deal worth up to $25.5 million, per NFL Media’s Tom Pelissero.
3:11 p.m. ET: After agreeing to terms with running back Josh Jacobs, the Green Bay Packers have told Aaron Jones he will be released, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
The Athletic’s Dianna Russini noted less than 10 minutes later than Jones already has suitors and his market could move quickly.
2:42 p.m. ET: The New England Patriots are on the board.
The Patriots reportedly will add pass-catching running back Antonio Gibson, per NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport. MassLive’s Mark Daniels reported the deal is for three years.
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2:42 p.m. ET: Saquon Barkley is leaving one NFC East team and joining another.
Barkley reached an agreement with the Philadelphia Eagles on a three-year, $37.75 million contract, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Schefter reported that Barkley’s contract could be worth up to $46.75 million and includes $26 million at signing.
2:26 p.m. ET: The big domino has fallen.
Kirk Cousins has agreed to a four-year deal with the Atlanta Falcons, according to his agent Mike McCartney. Cousins was widely viewed as the top quarterback, and arguably the top player, on the open market.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter added Cousins’ deal is worth $180 million with $100 million guaranteed.
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2:05 p.m. ET: The Philadelphia Eagles plan to sign budding star Bryce Huff to a three-year, $51 million deal, according to ESPN Adam Schefter. The 25-year-old defensive end recorded 10 sacks with the New York Jets in 2023.
2:05 p.m. ET: The Green Bay Packers are expected to sign running back Josh Jacobs, according to NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero.
Pelissero later reported Jacobs will get a four-year, $48 million deal.
2:00 p.m. ET: The Los Angeles Rams intend to sign tight end Colby Parkinson to a three-year deal worth $22.5 million, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Parkinson was among the top tight ends available after Dalton Schultz (Houston Texans) and Hunter Henry (New England Patriots) were retained.
1:59 p.m. ET: The Jacksonville Jaguars are staying busy and are expected to sign safety Darnell Savage to a three-year deal, per NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport.
1:58 p.m. ET: The Los Angeles Rams have agreed to terms with guard Jonah Jackson on a three-year, $51 million deal, according to NFL Media’ Mike Garafolo.
1:50 p.m. ET: Commanders head coach Dan Quinn reportedly will sign another player away from the Cowboys.
Washington is expected to sign center Tyler Biadasz, a fourth-rounder in 2020 who started 49 regular-season games in Dallas the last three seasons.
1:23 p.m. ET: Christian Wilkins, one of the top free agents in the class, is off the board.
Wilkins reportedly will join the Las Vegas Raiders on a four-year deal worth $110 base value, per NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport. Wilkins’ deal includes $84.75 million guaranteed.
1:16 p.m. ET: The Jacksonville Jaguars are expected to sign wide receiver Gabe Davis to a three-year deal, per NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport.
Jacksonville reportedly had been showing interest in Calvin Ridley, who also was gaining interest from the New England Patriots.
1:15 p.m. ET: The Washington Commanders plan to sign defensive end Dorance Armstrong, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Armstrong, formerly of the Dallas Cowboys, and Commanders coach Dan Quinn are in line for a reunion.
1:11 p.m. ET: The Denver Broncos plan to sign safety Brandon Jones to a three-year deal, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Denver released standout safety Justin Simmons last week.
1:10 p.m. ET: The Tennessee Titans are expected to sign center Lloyd Cushenberry, according to CBS Sports’ Jonathan Jones.
12:50 p.m. ET: Longtime Packers left tackle David Bakhtiari, a five-time All-Pro, announced he was being released by the organization. The Packers reportedly will clear more than $20 million in cap space with the move.
12:39 p.m. ET: Tony Pollard is expected to sign with the Tennessee Titans, as first reported by Aaron Wilson of Houston’s NBC affiliate. NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport confirmed the agreement while ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the deal was for three years and $24 million.
12:38 p.m. ET: The Minnesota Vikings are expected to sign edge rusher Jonathan Greenard, according to NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the deal is for four years and $76 million.
12:22 p.m. ET: Dion Dawkins is signing a three-year, $60.5 million extension with the Buffalo Bills, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
12:12 p.m. ET: The Bears are the first on the board!
Chicago has agreed to terms with running back D’Andre Swift on a three-year, $24 million deal, according to NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport.
12:07 p.m. ET: The Jacksonville Jaguars and Patriots are expected to make a push for Calvin Ridley, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. The Tennessee Titans and Carolina Panthers also could be interested.
We’ve long said Ridley would make plenty of sense for the receiver-needy Patriots.
12:05 p.m. ET: The Green Bay Packers and Eagles have safety Xavier McKinney as their “top target,” according to The Athletic’s Dianna Russini.
12:03 p.m. ET: Christian Wilkins will be a top target for many teams including the Minnesota Vikings, Cleveland Browns, Houston Texans and Detroit Lions, according to The Athletic’s Dianna Russini.
12:01 p.m. ET: The Philadelphia Eagles and Houston Texans are expected to have strong interest in running back Saquon Barkley, according to The Athletic’s Dianna Russini.
12:00 p.m. ET: The Chicago Bears are expected to make a “major push” for running back D’Andre Swift, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
The New England Patriots, specifically, already got started in free agency by re-signing tight end Hunter Henry and wide receiver Kendrick Bourne, according to multiple reports. New England on Friday agreed to retain Henry on a three-year deal before retaining Bourne on a reported three-year deal Sunday night.
Other teams have done the same with their key free agents, like the Tampa Bay Buccaneers retaining Baker Mayfield, the Houston Texans bringing back tight end Dalton Schultz and more.
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