Our ultimate guide to NFL free agency: Top QBs, best fits, teams to watch and bold predictions
Here's what you need to know about 2026 NFL free agency. We picked out everything from players who might break the bank to sleepers to watch.
Wed, 4 Mar 2026 07:17:57 EST
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Ranking the NFL's top 100 free agents: Which players should land big contracts?
Could Kenneth Walker III, Trey Hendrickson, Jauan Jennings and Malik Willis get a lot of interest from teams?
Wed, 4 Mar 2026 07:21:38 EST
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Sources: Cardinals to cut QB Murray next week
The Cardinals informed quarterback Kyler Murray that they intend to release him on the first day of the league year next Wednesday, barring a trade between now and then, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday.
Tue, 3 Mar 2026 21:40:41 EST
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Colts place rarely used transition tag on QB Jones
The Colts place the rarely used transition tag on QB Daniel Jones, preserving their right to match any offer sheet in free agency.
Tue, 3 Mar 2026 21:40:41 EST
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No tag for Hendrickson as time in Cincinnati ends
The Bengals did not use the franchise tag on defensive end Trey Hendrickson ahead of Tuesday's 4 p.m. deadline, making the 2024 All-Pro edge rusher available to sign with another team when free agency opens next week.
Tue, 3 Mar 2026 21:40:41 EST
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Sources: Bears center Dalman retiring at age 27
Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman has informed the Bears that he's retiring at age 27 after four seasons with the Atlanta Falcons and one with Chicago, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Tue, 3 Mar 2026 21:40:40 EST
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Source: Giants releasing LB Okereke after 3 years
The Giants are releasing starting middle linebacker Bobby Okereke, a source told ESPN, a move that frees up $9 million in salary cap space.
Tue, 3 Mar 2026 21:40:40 EST
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Jets put franchise tag on Hall amid contract talks
The Jets placed their franchise tag on running back Breece Hall ahead of Tuesday's deadline.
Tue, 3 Mar 2026 21:40:40 EST
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Sources: Vikings open to trading OLB Greenard
The Minnesota Vikings are open to trading outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard as the team seeks relief from being more than $43 million over the salary cap.
Tue, 3 Mar 2026 21:40:40 EST
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McVay: 'Great dialogue' with Stafford over deal
Sean McVay said the Rams have had "great dialogue" with Matthew Stafford entering the final season of the QB's contract.
Tue, 3 Mar 2026 21:40:41 EST
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👀 Kiper's top standouts from the NFL combine
Mel Kiper Jr. picked out 13 players who caught his attention during combine workouts, including Chris Brazzell II and Dani Dennis-Sutton.
Tue, 3 Mar 2026 21:40:41 EST
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Big combine shakeups in the top 64? Reid projects Rounds 1-2 with his new NFL mock draft
Now that the 2026 combine is in the books, how could the NFL draft shake out? Jordan Reid projects the first two rounds -- including two trades.
Tue, 3 Mar 2026 14:38:53 EST
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Simulating the free agent market for Malik Willis: Three potential deals -- and a landing spot
Our NFL Nation reporters played GM and made contract offers for free agent quarterback Malik Willis. Which teams can make the best case to land him?
Wed, 4 Mar 2026 07:21:09 EST
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How Kyler Murray's exit from Cards impacts Vikings, draft
Murray should become a sought-after QB in free agency, and the Vikings need help. But so do the Cards.
Wed, 4 Mar 2026 07:21:08 EST
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NFL franchise and transition tag winners, losers: Solak sizes up deadline dominoes
Breece Hall, George Pickens and Kyle Pitts Sr. were franchise-tagged, and Daniel Jones got the transition tag. What does it all mean for free agency?
Wed, 4 Mar 2026 07:21:03 EST
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Who got the franchise tag or transition tag this NFL offseason? Updates on four players
Three players were franchise-tagged and one player was transition-tagged. Here's what to know.
Wed, 4 Mar 2026 07:21:03 EST
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Our NFL offseason trade grades: Who won the David Montgomery deal?
We're handing out report cards on big offseason moves, including Houston's two trades on Monday.
Mon, 2 Mar 2026 22:55:01 EST
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The Montgomery trade has fantasy, depth chart impacts for Lions, Texans
After deciding to part ways with Montgomery, Detroit traded the running back to Houston.
Mon, 2 Mar 2026 22:55:00 EST
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Jeremiyah Love at No. 4? Why the Titans could take electrifying Notre Dame RB
Tennessee came away impressed from the combine with the draft's top running back prospect.
Wed, 4 Mar 2026 07:21:38 EST
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The curious case of Sawyer Robertson, Mike Leach's last quarterback
It took the former Baylor signal-caller years to get comfortable running an offense. Will he be able to make things work in the NFL?
Mon, 2 Mar 2026 10:18:34 EST
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Superlatives: From combine kings to best mullet
Speed and strength headlined the event, but personality powered the biggest impressions.
Tue, 3 Mar 2026 07:49:57 EST
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Super Bowl 2027 on ESPN: Date, location, venue, more details
The 2027 Super Bowl will air on ESPN for the first time in network history. Learn more information about Super Bowl LXI festivities now.
Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:05:38 EST
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