NFL Offseason Kicks Off with Exciting Moves

This week, the NFL landscape changed dramatically as the new league year officially kicked off on Wednesday at 4 p.m. ET. However, the offseason buzz was already palpable long before that moment. Teams made significant roster decisions, including placing franchise tags on stars like Tee Higgins and Trey Smith.

In a surprising turn of events, several Pro Bowl players, including Geno Smith, Deebo Samuel, and DK Metcalf, were traded to new teams. Meanwhile, franchise quarterbacks such as Matthew Stafford and Josh Allen were rewarded with hefty pay raises. Additionally, top-tier edge rushers Maxx Crosby and Myles Garrett secured record-breaking contract extensions.

The excitement didn’t stop there. As the NFL’s legal tampering period commenced at noon ET on Monday, teams swiftly engaged in negotiations. The highlight of Day 1 included the Seattle Seahawks signing Sam Darnold to a lucrative three-year contract worth $100.5 million. The New York Jets also made headlines by inking Justin Fields to a two-year deal worth $40 million.

On the same day, the New England Patriots bolstered their defense under new head coach Mike Vrabel. The Houston Texans made waves by trading their star left tackle to the Washington Commanders, while the Cleveland Browns acquired a former first-round quarterback from the Philadelphia Eagles.

Day 2 of offseason moves brought even more surprises, with Daniel Jones signing a one-year contract worth $14 million with the Indianapolis Colts. The Minnesota Vikings splashed out on new players, including guard Will Fries and defensive tackle Jonathan Allen. The Texans continued their active offseason by trading offensive lineman Kenyon Green to the Eagles for safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson.

As the week progressed, the Buffalo Bills improved their pass rush by adding Joey Bosa, and the Baltimore Ravens signed standout receiver DeAndre Hopkins. Although the frenzy has slowed in the past couple of days, notable free agents like Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson remain on the market.

From blockbuster trades to savvy signings, this offseason has already proven to be full of action. Fans can keep an eye on all the exciting changes in their favorite teams with our comprehensive tracker of additions, trades, and signings.