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NFL Free‑Agency 2026: Fresh Rankings and Surprises
USAThursday, March 5, 2026
The free‑agency season kicks off Monday at noon ET. Since the early 2026 rankings were released, the player market has shifted dramatically:
- Franchise‑tagged:
- Breece Hall (RB) – locked in with the Jaguars.
Kyle Pitts (TE) – secured by the Falcons.
- Re‑signed:
- Dalton Risner (QB) – stayed with the Colts.
Javonte Williams (RB) – returned to the Broncos.
Roster trims: Teams cut down rosters before the new league year on March 11, adding more names to the pool.
Updated Roster Outlook
| Position | Player | Status |
|---|---|---|
| QB | Kyler Murray | Likely released (not yet cut) |
| QB | Kirk Cousins | Likely released (not yet cut) |
| ... | ... | ... |
Confirmed releases after March 5 will appear in the final Monday lineup.
How to Use This Page
- Dynamic updates: The page refreshes throughout the free‑agency period with new contracts and details.
- Sorting: Use dropdown menus to filter by position, team, or destination.
- Methodology: Notes are available at the bottom of the page.
Data Sources & Definitions
- Age: Projected 2026 season start (September 9).
- Stats: From TruMedia for the 2025 regular season unless noted.
- Snap Rates: Share of team plays.
- Penalties: Includes both declined and offsetting fouls.
- Pressure Data: Derived from Pro Football Focus via TruMedia.
- Splash Plays: Sacks, tackles for loss, forced fumbles, interceptions, and key defensive stops.
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