Day 1 of NFL Free Agency was wild! Check out all of Day 1’s moves!
Trades
Joe Thuney to the Chicago Bears: On March 5, 2025, the Kansas City Chiefs agreed to trade All-Pro left guard Joe Thuney to the Chicago Bears in exchange for a 2026 fourth-round draft pick. Thuney, 33, has been instrumental in the Chiefs’ offensive line, contributing to multiple Super Bowl victories. This trade aims to bolster the Bears’ offensive line as they seek to improve their protection for quarterback Caleb Williams.
Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders: On March 1, 2025, reports emerged that the San Francisco 49ers had agreed in principle to trade wide receiver Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders for a fifth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. The trade is pending official confirmation, as it cannot be finalized until the start of the new league year on March 12.
DK Metcalf to the Pittsburgh Steelers: On March 9, 2025, the Seattle Seahawks traded wide receiver DK Metcalf to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for a second-round pick and future picks.
Laremy Tunsil to the Washington Commanders: The Houston Texans traded five-time Pro Bowler Laremy Tunsil to the Washington Commanders for a second-round pick and a fourth-round pick in the 2026 draft, along with a third-round pick in the 2025 draft. The Commanders also received a fourth-round pick as part of the deal.
Kenny Pickett to the Cleveland Browns: The Eagles traded backup quarterback Kenny Pickett to the Browns in exchange for a 2025 fifth-round pick and quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson. This move allows the Eagles to recover draft assets and clear $2.6 million in cap space
Davon Godchaux to the New Orleans Saints: The Saints acquired defensive tackle Davon Godchaux from the New England Patriots in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round draft pick. Godchaux, a Louisiana native and former LSU player, brings valuable experience to New Orleans’ defensive line.
Jonah Jackson to the Chicago Bears: On March 4, 2025, reports indicated that the Los Angeles Rams agreed to trade offensive guard Jonah Jackson to the Chicago Bears. The trade cannot be finalized until March 12, 2025, when the league year officially begins.
Free Agency Tracker
Sam Darnold to Seahawks
Justin Fields to Jets
Jimmy Garoppolo back to Rams
Zach Wilson to Dolphins
Najee Harris to Chargers
Elijah Mitchell to Chiefs
Samaje Perine to Bengals
Javonte Williams to Cowboys
Chris Godwin back to Bucs
Dyami Brown to Jaguars
Josh Palmer to Bills
Darius Slayton back to Giants
Mack Hollins to Patriots
Luke Farrell to 49ers
C Drew Dalman to Bears
C Ryan Kelly to Vikings
C Robert Hainsey to Jaguars
G Aaron Banks to Packers
OL Jaylon Moore to Chiefs
OL Patrick Mekari to Jaguars
OL James Daniels to Dolphins
T Dan Moore to Titans
T Morgan Moses to Patriots
DT Grady Jarrett to Bears
DT Milton Williams to Patriots
DT Poona Ford to Rams
DT Tershawn Wharton to Panthers
DT BJ Hill back to Bengals
DT DJ Jones back to Broncos
DT Javon Kinlaw to Commanders
DT Bobby Brown to Panthers
EDGE Josh Sweat to Cardinals
EDGE Khalil Mack back to Chargers
EDGE Haason Reddick to Bucs
EDGE Dayo Odeyingbo to Bears
EDGE Malcolm Koonce back to Raiders
EDGE Michael Hoecht to Bills
EDGE Chase Young back to Saints
EDGE Patrick Jones to Panthers
EDGE Joseph Ossai back to Bengals
LB Dre Greenlaw to Broncos
LB Robert Spillane to Patriots
LB Ernest Jones back to Seahawks
LB Cody Barton to Titans
LB Malik Harrison to Steelers
LB Akeem Davis-Gaither to Cardinals
CB DJ Reed to Lions
CB Charvarius Ward to Colts
CB Carlton Davis to Patriots
CB Jourdan Lewis to Jaguars
CB Darius Slay to Steelers
CB Isaiah Rodgers to Vikings
CB Brandon Stephens to Jets
CB Nate Hobbs to Packers
CB Paulson Adebo to Giants
CB Donte Jackson to Chargers
CB Mike Jackson back to Panthers
CB Byron Murphy Jr. back to Vikings
S Cam Bynum to Colts
S Tre’von Moehrig to Panthers
S Talanoa Hufanga to Broncos
S Jeremy Chinn to Raiders