The Cincinnati Bengals found a way to pay both of their star wide receivers.
For most of the offseason, we have heard that wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins wanted to get paid and the Cincinnati Bengals found a way to keep their stars happy. With Joe Burrow at quarterback, the Bengals have one of the top offenses in the league and will have that continuity for a few more years now. Check out what the Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, and other NFL teams are talking about in our roundup.
AFC EAST:
New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)
Mike Vrabel a one-man sales pitch for Patriots in NFL free agency – Pats Pulpit
The new head coach has had a positive impact on the Patriots’ free agency process so far.
New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)
New York Jets: Say no to Jalen Milroe – Gang Green Nation
Is the Alabama quarterback just too flawed?
Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)
Josh Allen contract details and salary cap information – Buffalo Rumblings
The full numbers for Josh Allen’s contract are available, and they’re spectacular. We have the yearly breakdowns.
AFC NORTH:
Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)
Ravens max restructure CB Marlon Humphrey’s contract, add multiple void years – Baltimore Beatdown
The Ravens have created cap space in the form of restructuring cornerback Marlon Humphrey’s contract
Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)
Steelers Film Room: What D.K. Metcalf will bring to Pittsburgh’s offense – Behind the Steel Curtain
The former Seahawks receiver brings an intriguing combination of size and speed to Pittsburgh.
Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)
Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins confirm they’ve agreed to contract extensions with Bengals – Cincy Jungle
It’s finally done.
Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)
Browns history: Alex Mack talks free agency, Kyle Shanahan, Hue Jackson and more – Dawgs By Nature
25 questions with a former offensive line favorite
AFC SOUTH:
Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)
Texans sign CB Derek Stingley to 3-year, $90 million extension – Battle Red Blog
The Texans awarded Derek Stingley with the richest contract for a cornerback in NFL history after another elite season.
Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)
Resetting the Titans needs after first wave of NFL free agency – Music City Miracles
Have the Titans settled on Cam Ward?
Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)
Reacts Survey results: Jaguars fans’ favorite free agent signee – Big Cat Country
The results are in!
Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)
With his job on the line, Ballard’s philosophy with the Colts has changed – Stampede Blue
It took seeing the end of the line, but the general manager is finally waking up.
AFC WEST:
Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)
With his job on the line, Ballard’s philosophy with the Colts has changed – Stampede Blue
It took seeing the end of the line, but the general manager is finally waking up.
Los Angeles Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)
Chargers sign OG Mekhi Becton to 2-year, $20 million – Bolts From The Blue
The Chargers beef up their offensive line with Mekhi Becton who is fresh off his Super Bowl win with the Eagles.
Las Vegas Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)
Raiders hire Pete Carroll: What position will they draft at No. 6 pick? – Silver And Black Pride
An Interesting trend by Pete Carroll could be a clue where the Las Vegas Raiders are headed with the No. 6 pick
Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)
Chiefs Roster: Wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster re-signed for 2025 – Arrowhead Pride
The Kansas City Chiefs have re-signed ninth-year wideout JuJu Smith-Schuster to his third season with the team.
NFC EAST:
New York Giants (via Big Blue View)
New York Giants free agency grades: Mixed reaction to what Giants have, have not done – Big Blue View
How have the New York Giants done thus far in free agency? Writers around the country have a mixed reaction to that question. Let’s look at free agency grades for the Giants after a week of action.
Philadelphia Eagles (via Bleeding Green Nation)
Eagles Film Review: Getting to know Philadelphia’s free agent signings – Bleeding Green Nation
A closer look at new roster additions.
Dallas Cowboys (via Blogging the Boys)
Dallas Cowboys trade: What they are getting in linebacker Kenneth Murray – Blogging The Boys
The Dallas Cowboys tried to solve their LB issue by trading for Kenneth Murray. Here is what to expect.
Washington Commanders (via Hogs Haven)
The 5 O’Clock Club: One thought on each of the Commanders’ 30 veteran free agents REVISITED – Hogs Haven
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere…
NFC NORTH:
Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)
Grade the Aaron Banks and Nate Hobbs signings for the Packers – Acme Packing Company
Speak now or forever hold your peace
Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)
Projecting the Detroit Lions’ remaining 24 spots on their 90-man roster – Pride Of Detroit
Looking back at the past four offseason to project how the final spots on the Lions 2025 roster may be constructed.
Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)
Grade the Chicago Bears’ First Week of Free Agency – Windy City Gridiron
Give us your letter grade for the Bears moves!
Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)
Vikings Trade with 49ers for RB Jordan Mason – Daily Norseman
25 year-old back had a breakout season last year
NFC SOUTH:
New Orleans Saints (via Canal Street Chronicles)
Saints awarded seventh-round comp pick after recalculation – Canal Street Chronicles
It’s never simple for the Saints.
Atlanta Falcons (via The Falcoholic)
Now Kirk Cousins and the Falcons wait – The Falcoholic
With the roster bonus for next year locked in, the Falcons have no incentive to do anything but hold or trade the veteran quarterback.
Carolina Panthers (via Cat Scratch Reader)
Brian Answers: Gauging the effect of the first wave of free agency – Cat Scratch Reader
Bringing you part two of this week’s fan mailbag!
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (via Bucs Nation)
Bucs ‘excited’ with the addition of Haason Reddick – Bucs Nation
Tampa Bay will introduce their newest edge rusher Friday.
NFC WEST:
San Francisco 49ers (via Niners Nation)
49ers Free Agency: George Kittle remains without fear of release – Niners Nation
Of all the players Kyle Shanahan brought in his first year taking over the team, George Kittle is the only one who has remained without a release, trade, or other issue. Everyone else didn’t get that consistency.
Arizona Cardinals (via Revenge of the Birds)
Sorting out the Cardinals’ 2025 secondary – Revenge of the Birds
Cardinals should try to capitalize on the young talent
Seattle Seahawks (via Field Gulls)
NFL 2025 Free Agency: First report on details of Sam Darnold Seattle Seahawks contract – Field Gulls
It’s been almost a week since the Seahawks agreed to terms with Darnold, and the first details of the financials of the contract have finally made their way out.
Los Angeles Rams (via Turf Show Times)
Are the Rams destined to have the same fate as the 49ers? – Turf Show Times
Rams young core will be up for a big payday in the future
