With the new collective bargaining agreement in place, the NFL is now ready to go in free agency.
The Cleveland Browns have holes to fill and have the cap space to fill them.
Follow along with all the latest free agency news and updates as this post will be updated continuously.
Players Browns Could Target:
OT Jack Conklin (Titans): Browns signed Conklin to 3-year 42 million dollar deal.
OT Jason Peters (Eagles): It has been reported that the Browns have interest in Peters.
OT Trent Williams (Redskins): After asking for a trade from the Redskins, Williams is a trade option target for the Browns.
LB Cory Littleton (Rams): Signed 3-year $36 million dollar deal with Raiders.
LB Blake Martinez (Packers): Signed with Giants for 3-years $30 million.
G Joe Thuney (Patriots): Patriots tagged him on Monday.
S Anthony Harris (Vikings): The Vikings have franchised tagged Harris.
TE Austin Hooper (Falcons): Browns have signed Hooper to a 2-year deal
Notable Browns Free Agents
LB Joe Schobert: Signed a 5-year $53.75 million dollar deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars
LB Christian Kirksey: Signed a 2-year deal with the Green Bay Packers
WR Rashard Higgins: Browns reportedly interested in signing Higgins, “at the right price.”
S Damarious Randall: After obvious signs of frustration in 2019, a return seems unlikely.
DB Eric Murray: Signed with the Houston Texans for 3-years 20.25 million.
Free Agent News Around The NFL
Vikings and Kirk Cousins agree to 2-year extension
Summing up the #Vikings deal for Kirk Cousins: 2 new years worth $66M. So 3 years in all for $96M. He has $61M guaranteed at signing. An additional $35M is guaranteed for injury but converts to a fully at the beginning of the 2021 season. They won’t cut him after 1 year and $61M.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
Cowboys tag Dak Prescott
Cowboys placed exclusive franchise tag on QB Dak Prescott, per source. No other team allowed to sign him.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
Titans tagged running back Derrick Henry
Titans placed franchise tag on RB Derrick Henry, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
The Bengals are tagging wide receiver A.J Green
The #Bengals informed star WR A.J. Green they’re placing the franchise tag on him, per source.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 16, 2020
The Steelers have tagged linebacker Bud Dupree
The #Steelers have placed the franchise tag on LB Bud Dupree. Not a surprise, standout pass-rushers rarely hit the market if teams want to keep them.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
Chiefs will place franchise tag on Chris Jones
No surprise, but Chiefs are placing franchise tag on DT Chris Jones today, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
Buccaneers place the franchise tag on Shaq Barrett
Bucs placed franchise tag on Shaq Barrett, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2020
Falcons will release running back Devonta Freeman
Expected move, and Freeman becomes another cautionary tale on paying young running backs. https://t.co/Xm1plZnSk6
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) March 16, 2020
49ers Signing DL Erik Armstead to 5-year deal
The #49ers are giving star DL Arik Armstead a 5-year deal, sources say, avoiding the franchise tag and locking him up long-term. He gets up to $85M on his new deal.💰💰💰
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
Texans are trading away DeAndre Hopkins to the Cardinals for David Johnson
The #AZCardinals are receiving WR DeAndre Hopkins in the deal for David Johnson, source said. Bill O’Brien and his crew at it again.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
Cowboys signing TE Blake Jarwin to a 3-year extension
The #Cowboys are signing TE Blake Jarwin to a 3-year extension worth up to $24.25M, sources tell me and @MikeGarafolo. He gets $9.25M guaranteed.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
Dolphins signing Shaq Lawson to a 3-year deal worth $30 million
The #Dolphins are giving Shaq Lawson a 3-year deal worth $30M, source said. A nice payday. https://t.co/PIPFflE67z
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
49ers Trade DL DeForest Buckner to the Indianapolis Colts
Blockbuster: The #49ers are trading Pro Bowl DL DeForest Buckner to the #Colts, sources say, in exchange for a first-round pick. A massive deal for both teams, with one of SF’s key players on the move.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
CB James Bradberry going to the Giants on 3 yr $45M with $32M guaranteed.
Source: FA CB James Bradberry going to the #Giants…3 yr $45M with $32M guaranteed.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
The Broncos are signing OL Graham Glasgow to a 4 year, $44M deal with $25M guaranteed
The #Broncos are signing OL Graham Glasgow to a 4 year, $44M deal with $25M guaranteed, per @SPORTSTARSNYC.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
The Dolphins are signing former Patriots LB Kyle Van Noy to a 4-year deal worth $51M
The #Dolphins are signing former #Patriots LB Kyle Van Noy to a 4-year deal worth $51M, source said. Big-time spending.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Former Steelers DT Javon Hargrave is going to the Eagles on a 3-year deal worth $39M
Former #Steelers DT Javon Hargrave is going to the #Eagles on a 3-year deal worth $39M, per @RosenhausSports. He gets $26M fully guaranteed at $13M per year. He becomes the highest paid nose tackle in the NFL.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
The Dolphins are getting Cowboys FA CB Byron Jones. A massive deal for the now highest-paid corner.
This deal is large. Sounds like $17M a year or more. https://t.co/GcOHaD24By
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
The Ravens are giving former Rams DT Michael Brockers a 3-year, $30M deal
The #Ravens are giving former #Rams DT Michael Brockers a 3-year, $30M deal, source said. His versatility had several teams interested.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 16, 2020
Lions are signing former Patriots LB Jamie Collins
For the #Lions and LB Jamie Collins, it’s a 3-year worth $30M, source said. The deal includes $18M fully guaranteed. A nice payday and a reunion with coach Matt Patricia.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
49ers sign safety Jimmie Ward to a 3-year deal worth $28.5M
The #49ers are giving safety Jimmie Ward a 3-year deal worth $28.5M, source said. He was a priority for that defense.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Saints agree to terms with QB Drew Brees on a 2-year deal worth roughly $50M
The #Saints agree to terms with QB Drew Brees, source said. He gets a 2-year deal worth roughly $50M. Never in doubt, but now done. And Brees took less to help the team continue to build.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
Bears are signed pass-rusher Robert Quinn to a 5-year, $70 million contract with $30 million fully guaranteed
The #Bears are signing pass-rusher Robert Quinn to a 5-year, $70 million contract with $30 million fully guaranteed, agent Sean Kiernan from @SelectSports tells me and @TomPelissero. A new home for the former #Cowboys star after a huge year.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2020
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