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Jones to sign with Colts
Former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is reportedly choosing to sign with the Indianapolis Colts on a one-year, $14 million deal, according to multiple reports. The contract is worth up to $17.7 million and includes $13.15 fully guaranteed.
NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports the details of the contract:
$6 million signing bonus
$7.15M base salary (fully guaranteed)
$850K in active bonuses ($50K/game)
Up to $3.7M in incentives tied to playtime + playoffs/wins
Base value: $14M.
Max value: $17.7M.
Jones will compete with Anthony Richardson for the starting job.
The 27-year-old was released by the New York Giants after 10 games last season, where he threw for 2,070 yards, eight touchdowns and seven interceptions. The team went 2-8 with Jones under centre.
Jones signed with the Vikings practice squad on Nov. 27, five days after being released by the Giants, and was promoted to the active roster on Jan. 7.
Giants believe Rodgers, Nabers would "mesh well"
According to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo, the New York Giants and Aaron Rodgers have had good conversations and the team has let the quarterback know they believe he would be a good fit with star wide receiver Malik Nabers.
Rodgers, 41, is set to become a free agent after the Jets announced he would be released after two disappointing seasons in New York. The team finished 5-12 last year, second last in the AFC East. The 10-time Pro Bowler passed for 3,897 yards and 28 touchdowns.
Canadian Holland lands with Giants
The New York Giants and safety Jevon Holland have agreed to a three-year, $45 million deal, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The deal includes $30.3 million and can reach up to $46.8M in incentives.
The Coquitlam, B.C., native has spent his entire four-year career with the Miami Dolphins after being selected 36th overall in the 2021 Draft.
Last season, the 25-year-old recorded 62 combined tackles and one forced fumble. Holland has tallied five interceptions, five sacks, and 301 total tackles in 60 career games.
Vikings make big splashes with DT Allen, OG Fries
Two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Jonathan Allen is set to sign a three-year, $60 million contract with the Minnesota Vikings, according to multiple reports.
The former Washington Commander played just eight games last season, recording three sacks, 19 tackles, and seven QB hits.
Allen, 30, has spent his entire eight-year career with Washington, posting 42 sacks and 401 tackles in 109 games.
The team also agreed to terms with former Indianapolis Colts offensive guard Will Fries on a five-year, $88 million deal, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. The Vikings also agreed to terms with C Ryan Kelly on Monday, further bolstering their offensive line.
Vikings closing in on Hargrave
After signing DT Jonathan Allen, the Vikings appear to be closing in on a deal with two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Javon Hargrave, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
The team plans to sign him on Wednesday once his release from the San Francisco 49ers becomes official.
Texans to acquire Gardner-Johnson, adding Tomlinson, Edwards
The Houston Texans are acquiring cornerback C.J. Gardner-Johnson and a 2026 sixth-round pick from the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for Kenyon Green and a 2026 fifth-round pick, per ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Gardner-Johnson, 27, returned to the Eagles in free agency last spring after spending the 2023 season with the Detroit Lions. He appeared in 16 games for the Eagles last season, recording 59 tackles and six interceptions including one for a pick-six.
Gardner-Johnson is due $8.5 million and $11.5 million over the next two seasons.
The Texans also agreed to terms with guard Laken Tomlinson on a one-year, $4.25 million deal worth up to $5 million.
NFL Network's Mike Garafolo adds the team has also agreed to terms with defensive lineman Mario Edwards on a two-year, $9.5 million deal.
The 31-year-old played 12 games with the Texans last season, recording three sacks and 31 tackles.
Dolphins reach agreements with Melifonwu, Campbell
The Miami Dolphins and defensive back Ifeatu Melifonwu have reportedly agreed to a one-year, $4 million deal, per ESPN's Adam Schefter.
The former Detroit Lions third-round pick played three games last year, tallying one sack and ten tackles.
The Dolphins are also re-signing defensive back Elijah Campbell to a one-year, $1.9 million deal.
Campbell, 29, played 17 games last season, recording 11 tackles and one forced fumble.
Falcons expected to sign LB Deablo
The Atlanta Falcons are set to sign linebacker Divine Deablo to a two-year, $14 million contract, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
The 26-year-old played 14 games with the Las Vegas Raiders last season, recording 63 tackles, one sack, and four QB hits in 14 games.
He was originally drafted in the third round (80th overall) by the Raiders in the 2021 NFL Draft.
Bengals re-sign CB Wilson
The Cincinnati Bengals are re-signing cornerback Marco Wilson to a one-year, $1.52M deal.
The four-year veteran split last season between the Bengals and New England Patriots totalling 17 tackles in 16 games.
Cowboys signing Thomas, re-sign Turpin
The Dallas Cowboys and defensive tackle Solomon Thomas have reached an agreement on a two-year, $8 million deal, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
The 29-year-old spent the past three years with the New York Jets. Last season, he recorded 3.5 sacks, 26 tackles, and one forced fumble. In 115 career games with the Jets, Las Vegas Raiders, and San Francisco 49ers, the former third overall pick has 18.5 sacks and 212 tackles.
The Cowboys are also re-signing receiver and kick returner KaVontae Turpin to a three-year, $18M deal, reports NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. He is now the NFL's highest-paid special teams player.
Bucs sign P Dixon
The Tampa Bay buccaneers are signing former Broncos punter Riley Dixon to a two-year, $6 million deal, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Chiefs to add CB Fulton
The Kansas City Chiefs are signing cornerback Kristian Fulton to a two-year, $20 million contract worth a max of $20.5 million. The deal includes $15 million guaranteed, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Panthers release RB Sanders
The Carolina Panthers have released running back Miles Sanders, according multiple reports.
The veteran was due $6.7 million in 2025, including a $1 million roster bonus due on Friday.
The 27-year-old had 55 carries for 205 yards and two touchdowns last season, his second in Carolina.
Commanders add Harris
The Washington Commanders are reportedly signing safety Will Harris to a two-year, $8 million deal worth up to $10 million, per NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.
Raiders re-sign Malcolm Koonce
The Las Vegas Raiders announced the re-signing of defensive end Malcolm Koonce.
Originally a third-round pick of the club, Koonce has played 39 games since being drafted in 2021, recording 47 tackles 10 sacks and three forced fumbles.
49ers releasing Floyd
The San Francisco 49ers are releasing veteran pass rusher Leonard Floyd, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
He started all 17 games for the Niners last season and recorded 8.5 sacks.
Saints, Mathieu agree to re-worked deal, Johnson re-signs
The New Orleans Saints and safety Tyrann Mathieu have agreed to a re-worked deal that will keep the 32-year-old in New Orleans for the 2025 season.
The three-time All-Pro has not missed a game for the Saints over the past three seasons and has recorded 228 total tackles, 10 interceptions, three forced fumbles, and one sack in 51 games.
The Saints also re-signed tight end Juwan Johnson to a three-year deal worth $30.75 million. The contract has a max value of $34.5M that comes with $21.25M guaranteed.