ITH NFL Free Agency Moves Tracker

Monday, March 15 marks the start of the NFL’s legal tampering period. Of course, we know players and teams have been negotiating long before the deadline, but fans finally get to hear what’s going down. We’ll update this article over the next few weeks so you can keep up with all of the latest moves. (Updated 3/16)

March 16, 2021

Bills Get WR Help

After losing John Brown, the Bills have signed WR Emmanuel Sanders to a one-year, $6 million contract.

Dolphins Replace Fitz

The Dolphins have signed former Colts QB Jacoby Brissett to a one-year deal worth up to $7.5 million.

Jamaal Williams Remains in NFC North

After being kicked out the door by Aaron Jones’ massive contract, RB Jamaal Williams moved to Detroit on a two-year, $7.5 million contract.

WFT Lands Jackson

After losing Ronald Darby, the Washington Football Team bounced back, signing former Bengals CB William Jackson to a three-year, $42 million contract. 

Jacksonville Signs Marvin Jones

After half a decade in Detroit, veteran WR Marvin Jones has come to terms on a two-year, $14.5 million contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Ravens Keep Derek Wolfe

Derek Wolfe’s first year with the Ravens was successful enough to earn him an extension. He’ll stay in Baltimore on a three-year, $12 million pact.

Tyrod Taylor to Texans

With the Deshaun Watson saga ongoing, Houston could be looking at their 2021 Day 1 starter. Former Chargers signal-caller Tyrod Taylor agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $12.5 million.

Bears New Starter?

After failing to land Russell Wilson, the Bears moved to Plan B, signing QB Andy Dalton to a one-year, $10 million deal. After nine seasons in Cincinnati, Dalton spent last year with Dallas.

Bengals Improve Defense With Hilton

Former Steelers slot CB Mike Hilton will remain in the division, signing a four-year, $24 million deal with the Bengals.

Giants Bring in Some Speed

The Giants signed former Bengals first-round pick John Ross to a one-year, $2.5 million contract. After a disappointing stretch with Cincy, the WR has a chance to revive his career.

Leonard Williams Re-Signs For Big Money

24 games with the Giants was enough to earn DL Leonard Williams a massive three-year, $63 million contract.

Shaquill Griffin to Jacksonville

After four years in Seattle, CB Shaquill Griffin agreed to a three-year, $44.5 million contract with the Jaguars.

Ravens Hold On to Bowser

LB Tyus Bowser re-signed with the Ravens for four years and $22 million.

Patriots Scoop Up Hunter Henry

After signing Jonnu Smith yesterday, the Patriots again dipped their feet into the TE pool, coming away with former Charger Hunter Henry. The contract is for three years and $37.5 million.

March 15, 2021

Tomlinson Chooses Minny

Former Giants defensive lineman Dalvin Tomlinson has agreed to a two-year, $22 million contract with the Minnesota Vikings.

Fitzmagic Moves to the NFC East

Ryan Fitzpatrick agreed to a one-year, $10 million contract with the Washington Football Team in a move that sets him up to start for his ninth career team.

Hendrickson Cashes In

After a year where he tripled his career-high in sacks, former Saints pass rusher Trey Hendrickson has signed with the Bengals on a four-year, $60 million deal.

Chargers Double Down on OL

In a bid to build around young star QB Justin Herbert, the Chargers agreed to terms with All-Pro C Corey Linsley and former Steelers OL Matt Feiler. Linsley’s deal is worth $62.5 million over five years and Feiler’s deal is worth $21 million over three.

Winston Sticks With Saints

Not long after Taysom Hill restructured his contract, QB Jameis Winston re-signed with New Orleans on a one-year deal. The deal is worth $5.5 million before incentives.

Jets Continue Run on Pass Rushers

The Jets joined in on the edge rusher party, signing former Bengal Carl Lawson to a three-year, $45 million contract.

Dupree Breaks the Bank

Despite a premature end to his 2020 season, former Steelers pass rusher Bud Dupree has agreed to a five-year, $82.5 million contract with the Tennessee Titans.

Titans Add an OL

The Tennessee Titans have signed former Browns OL Kendall Lamm to a two-year, $8.5 million contract.

Corey Davis Joins the Jets

Former Titans first-round WR Corey Davis will head to New York to join the Jets. The deal is worth $37.5 million over three years.

Titans Sign Autry

Former Colts DL Denico Autry opted to stay in the division, signing a three-year, $21.5 million deal with the Tennessee Titans.

Jaguars Add To Backfield

Three years after a failed stint with the team, Carlos Hyde has returned to the Jaguars on a two-year, $6 million contract.

New England Won’t Stop

The Patriots added another player. WR Kendrick Bourne signed with the club for three years and $22.5 million.

Gronk Doesn’t Move

As expected, TE Rob Gronkowski will stick with the Buccaneers. He signed a one-year deal worth $10 million.

Broncos Agree to Terms With Ronald Darby

After a strong showing in Washington, the Broncos inked a three-year, $30 million deal with CB Ronald Darby. 

Rams Keep Leonard Floyd

The Rams made sure to hold onto one of the best players on their top defense. Pass rusher Leonard Floyd agreed to terms on a four-year, $64 million contract.

Jaguars Re-Up Smoot

On a day where everyone is running after defensive linemen, the Jaguars re-signed one of their own in Dawuane Smoot. The deal is worth $14 million over the next two seasons.

Raiders Aid Pass Rush

The Raiders added some much-needed juice to their defense, signing former Ravens pass rusher Yannick Ngakoue to a two-year, $26 million contract.

Patriots Stack Receiving Corps With Agholor

The Patriot’s rare free agency frenzy continues. They’ve signed former Raiders receiver Nelson Agholor to a two-year $26 million deal.

Texans Pick Up Maliek Collins

Former Cowboys DT Maliek Collins signed a one-year, $6 million deal with the Houston Texans.

49ers Juice Up Pass Rush

The 49ers took a player from their division rivals, signing former Rams pass rusher Samson Ebukam to a two-year, $24 million deal. They also restructured the contract of Dee Ford.

Broncos Keep Shelby Harris

The Denver Broncos made sure to hold onto rising star DT Shelby Harris. The new deal is worth $27 million over three years.

Browns Add John Johnson

The Browns added more power to their defensive backfield. It’s been reported that they agreed to a three-year, $33.75 million deal with former Rams safety John Johnson III.

Chiefs Make Big Splash With Joe Thuney

Despite having salary cap issues, the Kansas City Chiefs managed to sign former All-Pro G Joe Thuney to a massive five-year, $80 million contract. KC desperately needed OL help and got arguably the best available.

Jets Sign Jarrad Davis

Former Lions LB Jarrad Davis has signed with the Jets for $7 million over one season.

Jaguars Boost Special Teams

The Jaguars signed former Eagles special teamer and safety Rudy Ford to a two-year, $4.2 million contract.

Mills Heads to NE

After a five-year stint with the Eagles, Jalen Mills signed a four-year, $24 million contract with the New England Patriots. Mills won his first and only Super Bowl against the club.

Jaguars Get DL Help

The Jaguars beefed up their defensive line, adding former Bears DT Roy Robertson-Harris on a three-year deal. The contract is worth $24.4 million.

Matt Judon Gets PAID

After rumors emerged that New England was making a run at the former Ravens pass rusher, news broke that they had indeed signed him to a four-year, $56 million contract. 

Brandon Graham Inks Extension

Exact numbers are unavailable, but Eagles pass rusher Brandon Graham signed an extension that will keep him in Philadelphia through 2022.

Grugier-Hill Goes to Houston

Former Dolphins LB Kamu Grugier-Hill has signed a one-year, $3.25 million deal with the Houston Texans.

Jason Verrett Goes For Prove-It Deal

After a great 2020 season, CB Jason Verrett re-signed with the 49ers on a one-year, $5.5 million deal. He’s looking to solidify his value and sign a longer contract next season.

Houston Cops a Returner

After two seasons in Buffalo, longtime special teams ace Andre Roberts is heading to Houston on a two-year pact. He can make up to $5.95 million.

Jonnu Smith Chooses New England

Coveted free agent tight end Jonnu Smith signed a four-year $50 million deal with the Patriots. Smith’s eight receiving TDs were tied-fifth among TEs in 2020.

Davon Godchaux Joins New England

Former Dolphins NT Davon Godchaux has joined the New England Patriots on a two-year, $16 million contract. $9 million of that is guaranteed.

Panthers Bolster OL

The Panthers signed former Vikings and Jets OL Pat Elflein to a three-year, $13.5 million contract. This will be his third team in the past two seasons. They also signed former Cowboys OL Cam Erving to a two-year, $10 million deal.

Okwara Gets Paid

After a career-best season, Lions pass rusher Romeo Okwara decided to stay with the team, inking a three-year, $39 million contract.

Shaq Barrett Sticks With the Champs

After recording 27.5 sacks over the past two seasons, Bucs star pass rusher Shaquil Barrett has re-signed with the team. The deal is massive: four years, $68 million, with more than half of that money being guaranteed.

Markus Golden Re-Signs With Arizona

After returning to Arizona in the middle of last season, pass rusher Markus Golden will continue his second stint in the desert after signing a two-year, $9 million deal.

Kevin Zeitler Heads to Baltimore

After being released by the Giants, Kevin Zeitler quickly signed with the Ravens for $22 million over three years. Zeitler was a big piece in the 2019 Odell Beckham Jr. trade.

March 14, 2021

Kyle Juszczyk Gets Paid Again

After seeing the end of the largest fullback contract in NFL history, the 49ers extended Kyle Juszczyk for another five years and $27 million.

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-By: Micah Jimoh