Arrr! The NFL be a-swirlin' with free agent deals! Saquon Barkley and Kirk Cousins be sailin' with new crews!
2024-03-12
Arrr, me hearties! The NFL free agency be in full swing, with the likes o' Kirk Cousins and Saquon Barkley sailin' fer new ports in the league. The seas be rough, but the treasure be plenty fer these scurvy dogs!
The NFL free agency’s legal tampering period began on Monday at noon, where all players on the market could negotiate and agree to deals. An onslaught of blockbuster deals and trades shook up the market before the 2024 season. The running back class was star-studded, with big names like Saquon Barkley joining the Philadelphia Eagles, creating a divide between Eagles and Giants fans.Top free agent quarterback Kirk Cousins chose the Falcons, signing a four-year deal worth $180 million. Other quarterback transactions included Gardner Minshew joining the Raiders and Jacoby Brissett reuniting with the Patriots. Offensive and defensive line free agents found new homes, with notable signings like Christian Wilkins to the Raiders and Leonard Williams to the Seahawks.Safety and cornerback markets saw Xavier McKinney signing with the Packers and Chidobe Awuzie with the Titans. The Giants traded for Brian Burns, extending him with a lucrative five-year deal. Many players are still looking for deals, including Derrick Henry in the running backs market. Other potential signings include Danielle Hunter, Patrick Queen, Justin Simmons, and Chase Young.Overall, the NFL free agency frenzy saw major moves and big paydays, setting the stage for an exciting 2024 season.