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Adam Schefter: Kyler Murray signed a minimum deal with the Vikings this offseason while still getting paid by Arizona, with the hope of becoming their starting QB, which he now is. Murray has a no-tag clause, meaning he can become a free agent next offseason if he wants.
Ian Rapoport: Chicago WR Luther Burden III is expected to miss the preseason due to the strained groin injury he suffered Saturday, but the Bears believe he should be back for the team’s regular-season opener vs. the Panthers, per sources.
Ian Rapoport: Sources: The #Patriots have agreed to terms with their standout TE Hunter Henry on a 2-year contract extension, making it likely that he finishes his career with the Pats. The 31-year-old, a key weapon for Drake Maye, had one year remaining on his contract. Now, locked in.
Ian Rapoport: #Bears WR Luther Burden III suffered a groin injury recently in practice and should miss a little bit of time, source says. One to keep an eye on.
Ian Rapoport: #Lions QB Teddy Bridgewater has informed the team that he plans to step away from the team, with retirement likely. At age 33, Bridgewater was set to be Detroit’s backup. Now, they’ll work out a few QBs.
Mike Garafolo: The #Bills have agreed to terms with G O’Cyrus Torrence on a four-year, $78.4 million extension, making him the NFL’s 7th-highest paid guard. The 2023 2nd-rounder gets over $46m guaranteed in a deal done by agents Jon Perzley, Brian Mackler & Daniel Scardigno of @SPORTSTARSNYC.
Jordan Schultz: Sources: The #Commanders and 2x All-Pro WR Stefon Diggs have had deep discussions and there’s mutual interest in doing a deal. Expectations around the league is Diggs ends up in Washington soon.
Jeremy Fowler: Chicago Bears and RT Darnell Wright reach agreement on a four-year, $116M extension with $93M guaranteed, per me and @RapSheet. Deal is biggest ever for a right tackle and most guaranteed money for an OL in NFL history. Bears and @OctagonFootball reached terms today.
Adam Schefter: Just in: Baltimore’s two-time Pro-Bowl WR Zay Flowers reached agreement today with the Ravens on a four-year, $140 million extension that includes $108 million guaranteed, per his agency @WinSportsGroup.
Ian Rapoport: Bijan to the bank: The #Falcons and star RB Bijan Robinson agreed to terms on a massive 3-year deal worth a max value $75M, sources say. $25M per year. The highest-paid RB gets a whopping $51M guaranteed, highest ever for a RB. Deal done by @AgentNicoleLynn of @klutchsports.
Mike Garafolo: Back to where it began for Jadeveon Clowney: The former No. 1 overall pick of the #Texans has agreed to terms with Houston, sources tell me and @RapSheet. After an 8.5-sack season with the #Cowboys, Clowney stays in Texas in a deal done by @NFLagentandy of @UpperEdgeSports.
Ian Rapoport: Reunion: Free agent WR Deebo Samuel is signing back with the #49ers, sources say. The former #Commanders and SF pass-catcher returns where it all began. 1-year, up to $7M in a deal done by Tory Dandy of @AthletesFirst.
Adam Schefter: Breaking: Eagles are signing two-time Pro-Bowl selection Jalen Carter to a four-year, $152 million extension worth up to $160 million, including $106 million guaranteed that now makes him the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history, per his agents Drew and Jason Rosenhaus.
Mike Garafolo: #Buccaneers two-time Pro Bowl DT Vita Vea has requested a trade after failed attempts at a contract extension, according to his agent Collin Roberts. The team’s 2018 first-round pick is entering his ninth season with the franchise and the final year of his current deal.
Jeremy Fowler: Former Pro Bowl running back Miles Sanders worked out for the Raiders today, per source. Sanders, a free agent, is fully cleared from a knee injury that required surgery and cut short his 2025 season in Dallas.
Ian Rapoport: The #AZCardinals and veteran QB Jacoby Brissett have reached a deal to increase his compensation for 2026, as its new one year worth $15.5M with a chance to get $21M. AZ’s starter is now locked, already having begun practicing.
Jeremy Fowler: The Cardinals and quarterback Jacoby have reached agreement on a new deal, per source. Arizona’s 2025 starter back in the fold.
Ian Rapoport: The #Rams and No. 13 overall pick Ty Simpson have agreed to terms on his rookie contract and he is signing his four-year, $25.4M fully guaranteed deal with a fifth-year option. He gets a $14.94M signing bonus in a deal done by Ed Berry of @caa_sports.
Ian Rapoport: The #Raiders have signed No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza to his four-year, $57.27M fully guaranteed contract with a fifth year option.
Jeremy Fowler: Lions Pro Bowl TE Sam LaPorta (herniated disc) was fully cleared earlier this month, per source, setting him up for training camp. Detroit will determine level of involvement, but @ttwentyman noted he’s expected to be full go. Surgery repaired the issue last year.
Brooks led the NFL in tackles last season with 183, earning First-Team All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors. He’s been identified as a core piece of Jeff Hafley’s new defense.
Jordan Schultz: Sources: The #Packers and DT Devonte Wyatt have agreed to a 3-year, $57M contract extension with a $20M signing bonus. The former Georgia star and first-round pick has improved year-over-year and Green Bay views him as a key part of its future
Mike Garafolo: The #Jaguars and standout TE Brenton Strange have agreed to terms on a three-year extension worth up to $48 million, with $25 million guaranteed, per his agents Jim Ivler, JR Roggio, and Jon Perzley of @SPORTSTARSNYC.
Adam Schefter: ESPN sources: TE Kyle Pitts and the Atlanta Falcons reached agreement today on a three-year, $54 million contract that includes $36 million fully guaranteed. It is the largest three-year contract for a tight end in NFL history.
Ian Rapoport: The #Titans and All-Pro Jeff Simmons agreed to a deal making him the highest paid DT in NFL history, per me & @MikeGarafolo. The 3-year, $105.8M extension includes $100M guaranteed and was negotiated by Todd France and A.J. Stevens of @athletesfirst. Confirmed on IG by @toddfrance_
Tom Pelissero: The Seahawks are promoting Willie Schneider and Matt Berry to assistant general manager, sources tell NFL Network.
Ian Rapoport: The #Saints are bringing back one of their franchise greats, as eight-time Pro Bowl DE Cam Jordan is set to return, sources say. The two sides are putting the finishing touches on a 1-year, incentive-laden deal during his visit today.
Ian Rapoport: Full terms: The #Jets and G Joe Tippmann have agreed to a 4-year, $66.4M extension with $34.9M guaranteed in a deal negotiated by Joe Panos of @AthletesFirst.