The NFL never sleeps and that has never been more clear since Patrick Mahomes lifted his second Lombardi Trophy. Now, with the ‘Legal Tampering Period’ underway and NFL Free Agency officially starting on Wednesday, we’ll keep you updated with all of the key NFL and fantasy-related transactions.
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2023 NFL FREE AGENCY SIGNINGS & RUMORS
Updated: 3/17/2023 at 7:45 PM
The dream is dead
Bills released WR Isaiah McKenzie.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2023
Bill O’Brien could take Mike Gesicki to another level
Former Dolphins’ tight end Mike Gesicki is signing with the New England Patriots, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2023
A solid backup for Jalen Hurts
Former Falcons’ QB Marcus Mariota reached agreement with the Philadelphia Eagles on a one-year, $5 million deal worth up to $8 million, per source. Mariota is expected to be the Eagles’ No. 2 QB this season. pic.twitter.com/pBYEOxiMPk
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 17, 2023
D’Onta Foreman is a very solid David Montgomery replacement at a cheap price tag.
Bears are signing former Panthers’ RB D’Onta Foreman to a 1-year, $3 million deal, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2023
The Bears continue to boost its offense
Bears are signing former Packers’ TE Robert Tonyan to a one-year deal, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2023
High-upside signing for the Giants… if he can stay healthy
Paris Campbell is signing a one-year deal with Giants, per source. Campbell is 25 years old. Room to thrive in a new offense. Showed signs last season. Had career-best 63 catches for 623 yards and 3 TDs last season.
— Jordan Raanan (@JordanRaanan) March 16, 2023
(@Schultz_Report first on agreement)
Similar skill-set to Rachaad White…
Buccaneers are signing former Broncos’ running back Chase Edmonds to a one-year deal, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2023
The perfect backup for Justin Fields
Former Panthers’ QB PJ Walker reached agreement tonight with the Chicago Bears, per source. He now becomes the likely backup to Justin Fields.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2023
Kind of a strange signing for the Patriots
RB James Robinson to the #Patriots for two years and a max value of $8M, per source
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) March 16, 2023
What are the Panthers doing?
Source: The Carolina #Panthers plan to sign running back Miles Sanders. pic.twitter.com/50E4SaBjhu
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) March 15, 2023
With David Montgomery headed to DET, the 17 TD man is off to NOLA
Saints and former Lions’ RB Jamaal Williams have agreed on a 3-year deal, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 15, 2023
Jacoby Brissett will face off against Sam Howell in camp
QB Jacoby Brissett is expected to sign with the Washington Commanders, per sources. pic.twitter.com/sfM5fCe7Vw
— Dianna Russini (@diannaESPN) March 15, 2023
JuJu will fill Jakobi Meyers’ shoes
WR JuJu Smith-Schuster is expected to sign with the New England Patriots, per sources. First reported by @TaylorBisciotti
— Dianna Russini (@diannaESPN) March 15, 2023
The Chiefs tried to retain the receiver, but he is off to New England.
The ball is in the Jets’ court
Aaron Rodgers told @PatMcAfeeShow that he intends to play for the Jets and the teams need to work out compensation.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 15, 2023
Baker vs Kyle Trask for all the marbles
Former No. 1 overall pick Baker Mayfield reached agreement today on a one-year deal worth up to $8.5 million with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, per sources. Mayfield is now in line to be Tom Brady’s successor. pic.twitter.com/2ZldEPxHY8
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 15, 2023
It’s officially Tony Pollard SZN in Big D
The time has comehttps://t.co/7zLQs1HRGu
— Clarence Hill Jr (@clarencehilljr) March 15, 2023
Not a good look for the D’Andre Swift Truthers
Lions and former Bears’ RB David Montgomery reached agreement on a three-year, $18 million deal, including $11 million guaranteed, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 15, 2023
The Falcons are doing some work over the first two days
Kaleb McGary back to the Falcons on a three-year, $34.5M deal, per source.
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) March 14, 2023
Go away, Andy Dalton!
Veteran free-agent QB Andy Dalton is expected to reach agreement on a two-year, $10 million deal that includes $8 million fully guaranteed with the Carolina Panthers, per source. Contract max value is $17 million. pic.twitter.com/GCBhqpQ0H8
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2023
The Eagles keep one of their All-Pros on defense
All-Pro CB James Bradberry is returning to the Eagles on three-year deal worth $38 million, including $20 million fully guaranteed and another $6 million in incentives, per sources. Total package is $44 million. pic.twitter.com/SMPhDKlPub
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2023
One of the best RB2s in the league becomes Javonte Williams’ insurance
Take 2 with money and his name spelled right this time: #Broncos agree to terms with former #Bengals RB Samaje Perine on a two-year, $7.5 million deal with another $1 million in incentives, source says.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 14, 2023
The Cowboys have quite the CB duo
Another big trade! The #Colts are sending five-time Pro Bowl CB Stephon Gilmore to the #Cowboys for a 2023 fifth-round compensatory pick, sources tell me and @RapSheet. pic.twitter.com/K1LN0oit7L
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 14, 2023
The Eagles have their new RB1 (while he’s healthy)
Source: The #Eagles have agreed to terms with #Seahawks RB Rashaad Penny.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 14, 2023
The Giants finally get Danny Dimes a go-to pass-catcher
Giants are trading for Raiders TE Darren Waller, per sources.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2023
The Dolphins are running it back in the backfield
Free-agent RB Jeff Wilson is re-signing with the Dolphins on a two-year deal that has a max value of $8.2 million, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2023
In one day, Dolphins keep both Wilson and Raheem Mostert.
#SlantBoy is sticking in New Orleans
Saints restructured Michael Thomas’ contract, reaching agreement on a one-year, $10 million deal that has a max value of $15 million, per source. Thomas staying in New Orleans. pic.twitter.com/BcfB5nQCvz
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2023
Hmmm… okay.
Aaron Rodgers has provided the NY Jets with a wish-list of free agents he would like them to target and acquire, per sources.
— Dianna Russini (@diannaESPN) March 14, 2023
It includes Randall Cobb, Allen Lazard, Marcedes Lewis and….Odell Beckham Jr.
Fantasy’s RB1 could really be on the move
Chargers granted permission to RB Austin Ekeler today to seek a trade after the two sides failed to make progress for a new contract, per his agent Cameron Weiss.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2023
Nope. Nothing to see here!!
With the Jets closing in on a deal for WR Allen Lazard, another WR expected to be on their radar in the coming days of free agency is Packers’ veteran Randall Cobb, per league sources.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2023
More speed returns to MIA
Happy to announce that my client Raheem Mostert has agreed on a 2-yr deal to return to the Miami Dolphins. Led the team in rushing last season and had over 1,000 yards of total offense. https://t.co/UFGwBj8J7O
— Brett Tessler (@TesslerSports) March 14, 2023
The first major WR splash happens in Vegas
Sources: The #Raiders are signing #Patriots FA WR Jakobi Meyers to a 3-year deal with $33M with $21M guaranteed. Another NE-Las Vegas tie-in, and a weapon for Jimmy Garoppolo. The deal was negotiated by Drew Rosenhaus and Robert Bailey. pic.twitter.com/tOUDNVrDUF
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 14, 2023
The NFL’s best center returns for one last ride
One day after he announced he would return for another season, Pro Bowl center Jason Kelce and the Eagles reached agreement on a one-year, $14.25 million deal, per sources.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2023
One of the league’s top guards is on the move again
Trade: The #Bucs are trading G Shaq Mason to the Houston Texans, per source.
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) March 14, 2023
Could this be the hold-up with Aaron Rodgers to NYJ?
Jets are actively working to reach an agreement with Packers’ free-agent WR Allen Lazard, per league sources. There is another team involved, and no final decision, but the Jets are trying to reunite Lazard and OC Nathaniel Hackett. pic.twitter.com/rkzX17o5do
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2023
The Falcons add a veteran QB to its room
The #Falcons are signing former #Commanders QB Taylor Heinicke, per me and @MikeGarafolo. With plenty of starting experience, Atlanta adds a veteran to their QB room.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 14, 2023
The Browns land a big boy in the middle of its front-seven
Sources: The #Browns are expected to sign former #Vikings DT Dalvin Tomlinson, landing their coveted big-time defenders on Day 1 of free agency. He gets a 4-year deal worth $57M with $27.5M guaranteed.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 14, 2023
Dre’Mont Jones will wreak havoc in the middle of the Seahawks’ defense
Dre’Mont Jones gets 3 years and 51 million from the #seahawks per source.
— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) March 14, 2023
DeMeco Ryans recruits a member of his 49ers’ secondary to Houston
The #Texans are expected to sign former #49ers DB Jimmie Ward, sources say, giving new coach DeMeco Ryans a familiar face and leader in his defensive backfield.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 14, 2023
Jameis Winston will battle it out with Derek Carr
QB Jameis Winston just text me that he is “finalizing” a deal to return to the #Saints.
— JosinaAnderson (@JosinaAnderson) March 14, 2023
“Josh Johnson? Never again,” – Kyle Shanahan, probably
49ers reached agreement on a one-year deal with former Panthers’ QB Sam Darnold, per source. pic.twitter.com/rpJLf1YXxi
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2023
One of the top corners stays home
Sources: The #Bucs are re-signing Jamel Dean.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2023
Pat Pete will finish his career in Pittsburgh
Steelers gave former Vikings’ CB Patrick Peterson a two-year contract, per source. He wanted to play at least two more seasons, so contract matches his wishes.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2023
Jessie Bates will hold down the secondary in Atlanta for years to come
Falcons are giving former Bengals S Jessie Bates a four-year, $64.02 million deal that includes $23 million in year one and $36 million in first two years of the deal, per source. He now is the fourth highest-paid S in NFL history.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2023
The Bears continue to make winning moves
Bears are giving former Bills’ LB Tremaine Edmunds a 4-yr, $72M that includes $50M guaranteed, per source. It is the largest 4-year contract for an inside linebacker in the NFL.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2023
Case Keenum isn’t the worst veteran backup
The #Texans are signing QB Case Keenum to a two-year, $6.25 million deal that's worth up to $8.25M with incentives. He got $4M guaranteed.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 13, 2023
The Bears are getting ready to take the next step
A big splash: The #Bears are signing star LB Tremaine Edmunds.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2023
Get ready for fireworks in NYC!
Hearing Rodgers to the Jets is done. History about to repeat itself between New York and Green Bay. Time is indeed a flat circle
— trey wingo (@wingoz) March 13, 2023
Y’all shud see this smile on me rn 😭
— Garrett Wilson (@GarrettWilson_V) March 13, 2023
Jawaan Taylor only gave up 21 pressures in 19 games last season!
Former Jaguars’ OT Jawaan Taylor reached agreement on a four-year, $80 million deal, including $60M gtd, with the KC Chiefs, per sources. Deal negotiated and confirmed by Drew Rosenhaus and Robert Bailey. pic.twitter.com/jm0XYJUtTy
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2023
The Commanders bolster its offensive line
Source: Former #Chiefs RT Andrew Wylie plans to sign a 3-year, $24M deal with the Washington Commanders, reuniting him with OC Eric Bieniemy. Wylie started 59 games in five years for KC and had the game of his life in the Super Bowl against Philadelphia. Now a nice payday.
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) March 13, 2023
The Dolphins get their Tua insurance
Miami is giving former Jets’ QB Mike White a two-year deal worth up to $16 million, per source. pic.twitter.com/NTSnFxAvgc
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2023
Jimmy Garoppolo is reunited with Josh McDaniels in Vegas
Comp update: Raiders are giving former 49ers’ QB Jimmy Garoppolo a three-year, $67.5 million deal, including $34 million guaranteed, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2023
Russell Wilson gets added protection
RT Mike McGlinchey is expected to sign with the Denver Broncos, per sources.
— Dianna Russini (@diannaESPN) March 13, 2023
The 49ers’ front-seven gets even scarier
Former Eagles’ DT Javon Hargrave has reached agreement on a four-year, $84 million deal that includes $40m guaranteed at signing with the SF 49ers, per sources. Deal negotiated and confirmed by Drew Rosenhaus and Ryan Matha. pic.twitter.com/9ez66A8ymq
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2023
Where there’s smoke, there’s fire
Sources with multiple teams believe the Broncos could trade a WR. Denver has had talks with teams about Courtland Sutton, Jerry Jeudy and KJ Hamler. Teams say the Broncos are asking high prices, not just dumping, but it's not out of the question one gets moved.
— Dan Graziano (@DanGrazianoESPN) March 13, 2023
The Broncos beef up their offensive line
Former #Ravens G Ben Powers is planning to sign a 4-year deal with the Denver Broncos, per @MikeKlis. Powers started 36 games for Baltimore in four years including all 17 last year. Some protection for Russell Wilson.
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) March 13, 2023
WOW! This would send shockwaves across fantasy football
Chargers’ RB Austin Ekeler is requesting permission to speak with other teams about a potential trade after preliminary talks with the team aimed at a contract extension did not progress, his agent Cameron Weiss told ESPN.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2023
One of the league’s top guards stays home
Falcons are giving guard Chris Lindstrom a a five-year, $105 million contract extension, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2023
The Patriots re-sign one of their top free agents
Sources: The #Patriots are expected to re-sign standout CB Jonathan Jones. He gets a 2-year deal.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2023
Where will Jimmy G be in 2023?
When the negotiating window for free agency opens in under an hour, the Texans and Raiders are expected to pursue former 49ers’ QB Jimmy Garoppolo, per league sources. Jets also could get in, but they’re in wait-and-see mode right now.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2023
Jonnu Smith reunites with his former OC Arthur Smith
Sources: The #Patriots are trading TE Jonnu Smith to the #Falcons, as a former big-ticket free agent heads elsewhere and creates space for New England. pic.twitter.com/Cmeh0QJt1F
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2023
The cap is crap!
The #Browns have restructured QB Deshaun Watson’s contract, creating nearly $36M in cap space, source said. The cap conversion gives plenty of room for Cleveland to work in free agency.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2023
Pray for the AFC East wideouts
Sources: The #Rams are in talks to trade All-Pro CB Jalen Ramsey to the #Dolphins. A blockbuster. pic.twitter.com/CeR9zuJi9T
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 12, 2023