NFL Free Agency Tracker 2026: Every Major Signing, Trade, and Cut as Day Two Hits Full Speed

The 2026 NFL free agency legal tampering period entered its second and final day Tuesday, March 10, with the league's transaction wire moving faster than at any point in recent memory. The new league year officially opens Wednesday, March 11 at 4:00 p.m. ET — when all agreed deals become official. Here is every major move confirmed so far.

NFL Free Agency Tracker: Quarterback Market Fully Reshuffled

The quarterback landscape has been entirely redrawn in 48 hours. Malik Willis is signing with the Miami Dolphins while Tua Tagovailoa is signing with the Atlanta Falcons. Kyler Murray remains unsigned with the Minnesota Vikings the heavy favorite to land him once he officially clears waivers Wednesday.

Travis Kelce is returning to the Kansas City Chiefs on a one-year, $12 million deal, ending speculation about a potential retirement. Aaron Rodgers also faces an uncertain future, with the Pittsburgh Steelers still working through their quarterback decision.

Kirk Cousins is also set to be released at the start of the new league year Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. ET, adding another veteran quarterback name to an already crowded market.

NFL Free Agency Tracker: Biggest Defensive Signings

Edge rusher Boye Mafe agreed to a three-year, $60 million deal with the Cincinnati Bengals — a massive payday for the former Seahawks pass rusher who replaces the departed Trey Hendrickson on Cincinnati's defensive front.

Safety Bryan Cook signed a three-year, $42.5 million deal with the Bengals. The Washington Commanders agreed to a four-year, $100 million deal with pass rusher Odafe Oweh, with $68 million guaranteed — one of the largest edge rusher contracts of the entire free agency period.

The New York Jets acquired safety Minkah Fitzpatrick from the Miami Dolphins in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round pick, with Fitzpatrick signing a three-year, $40 million extension with New York. Linebacker Demario Davis signed a two-year, $22 million deal that includes $15 million fully guaranteed.

NFL Free Agency Tracker: Offensive Additions Across the League

Jamel Dean, one of the top cornerbacks on the market, signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers on a three-year, $36.75 million deal — joining Asante Samuel Jr. and Joey Porter Jr. in a suddenly deep Pittsburgh secondary.

The Philadelphia Eagles signed nose tackle Jordan Davis to a three-year, $78 million extension that includes $65 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid nose tackle in NFL history. The Buffalo Bills signed center Connor McGovern to a four-year, $52 million extension.

The New Orleans Saints added running back Travis Etienne on a new deal — a homecoming signing for the Louisiana native — and also agreed to a four-year, $61 million deal with guard David Edwards out of Buffalo to address a glaring hole at left guard.

NFL Free Agency Tracker: Key Trades Finalized Across All 32 Teams

The Chicago Bears traded wide receiver DJ Moore and a 2026 fifth-round pick to the Buffalo Bills for a 2026 second-round pick. The Bears also acquired center Garrett Bradbury from the New England Patriots in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round pick.

The New York Jets acquired interior defensive lineman T'Vondre Sweat from the Tennessee Titans in exchange for edge rusher Jermaine Johnson II. Detroit Lions center Cade Mays signed a free-agent deal with the Lions, while guard Zion Johnson signed a three-year, $49.5 million deal with the Los Angeles Chargers.

NFL Free Agency Official Start: Wednesday March 11 at 4:00 p.m. ET

The NFL salary cap has increased to $301.2 million for 2026, up from $279.2 million last year — giving every team more room to maneuver than any previous free agency cycle in league history.

Franchise-tagged players Breece Hall, George Pickens, and Kyle Pitts remain on their respective teams while both sides work toward long-term extensions. With the new league year opening Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. ET, the final wave of official signings and trades will transform rosters across all 32 teams before the 2026 NFL Draft begins April 23 on ESPN.