Former Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster is signing a three-year, $33-million contract with the New England Patriots, sources told Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider.

The New England Patriots have made calls about star wide receivers DeAndre Hopkins and Jerry Jeudy, sources told The Athletic's Jeff Howe.New England has been proactive in its attempts to add a top wideout this offseason, also attending free-agent wideout Odell Beckham Jr.'s workout last week, Howe reports. While the club remains in the market for a top receiver, price point remains a key component.The club signed wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster to a deal on Wednesday, according to Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL Insider.The Denver Broncos are seeking at least a first-round pick in a possible trade for Jeudy, per Howe. Jeudy, 23, posted career highs with 67 receptions, 972 yards, and six touchdowns. A deal to New England would reunite Jeudy with fellow Alabama alum Mac Jones.There has been speculation that the Arizona Cardinals are considering moving the three-time All-Pro Hopkins after three seasons. He recorded 717 yards and three touchdowns in nine games during the 2022 season.The Patriots' receiving corps is set to have a different look after leading receiver Jakobi Meyers signed with the Las Vegas Raiders during the league's negotiation window.DeVante Parker, Kendrick Bourne, and Tyquan Thornton currently headline New England's receiving group.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Buffalo Bills are bringing back veteran safety Jordan Poyer on a two-year contract, the team announced Wednesday.Poyer scoped out the free-agent market but elected to return to Buffalo, reports NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.The 31-year-old made the Pro Bowl for the first time in his career last season after recording four interceptions. He was named a first-team All-Pro in 2021 following a five-interception campaign.Poyer has spent the last six years in Buffalo since coming over as a free agent in 2017. He's grabbed multiple picks in all six of his seasons with the Bills and has tallied 90-plus tackles on five occasions.The veteran has been a key fixture of a Bills defense that's finished in the top two in points allowed in three of the last four seasons.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Baker Mayfield is headed to Tampa Bay.The Buccaneers are signing the former No. 1 overall pick to a one-year deal worth $8.5 million, reports NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.Tampa Bay has been looking for a new starting quarterback this offseason to replace Tom Brady, who retired in February. The team also rosters 2021 second-round passer Kyle Trask.Mayfield, 27, spent time with the Carolina Panthers and Los Angeles Rams last season. He began the campaign on the Panthers but was released in December after posting a 57.8% completion rate with six touchdowns and six interceptions in only seven appearances.The Oklahoma product then appeared in five games with the Rams, passing for 850 yards and four touchdowns against two picks while completing 63.6% of his passes.Mayfield entered the NFL in 2018 and spent his first four seasons in the league with the Cleveland Browns. The signal-caller helped Cleveland clinch its first playoff berth since 2002 during the 2020 campaign and guided the team to the divisional round that season. However, he wasn't able to replicate that success in the following year, leading to a tumultuous exit from the Browns.Mayfield was limited to only 3,010 yards and 17 touchdowns over 14 appearances while playing through multiple injuries in 2021, his final season in Cleveland. He requested a trade after the Browns acquired quarterback Deshaun Watson from the Houston Texans in the 2022 offseason.Carolina landed Mayfield in July 2022 in exchange for a conditional 2024 fifth-round pick.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Philadelphia Eagles are expected to release five-time Pro Bowl cornerback Darius Slay, a source told Jeff Howe of The Athletic.Slay seemingly confirmed the move Wednesday on Twitter.

The Philadelphia Eagles agreed to a three-year, $38-million deal with cornerback James Bradberry, sources told Adam Schefter of ESPN.The contract includes $20 million guaranteed, Schefter adds.Bradberry returns to the Eagles after leading the league in passer rating allowed (48.4) in 2022."I went back because of the familiarity with the coaching staff because I love playing for Eagles," Bradberry said, according to Josina Anderson of CBS Sports. "Yes, there were other teams that offered more, but I feel like Philly fit me best."The Eagles reportedly granted cornerback Darius Slay permission to seek a trade as he's looking for a contract extension. Extending Bradberry helps Philadelphia solidify the position and gives the club flexibility if it moves Slay.The 29-year-old Bradberry signed a one-year, $7.5-million deal with the Eagles last June after the New York Giants released him to create cap space.Bradberry has played seven NFL seasons between the Carolina Panthers, Giants, and Eagles. He's recorded 99 passes defended and 18 interceptions in 109 career games.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Detroit Lions are signing running back David Montgomery to a three-year, $18-million deal, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.The contract includes $11 million guaranteed, reports ESPN's Adam Schefter.Montgomery, 25, previously spent his entire four-year career with the division-rival Chicago Bears. He ran for 3,609 yards and 26 scores in 60 games with the Bears, including 801 yards and five touchdowns in 2022.The 5-foot-11 back also contributed 155 receptions, 1,240 receiving yards, and four scores through the air.Montgomery joins D'Andre Swift and Craig Reynolds in Detroit's backfield. Jermar Jefferson is also signed to a reserve/future contract.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

One of Aaron Rodgers' longtime targets is headed to New York.The Jets are signing former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Allen Lazard to a four-year, $44-million contract that includes $22 million guaranteed, sources told Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider.

The Las Vegas Raiders are trading tight end Darren Waller to the New York Giants in exchange for a third-round pick this year (100th overall), sources told Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider.New York acquired that pick in the trade that sent wide receiver Kadarius Toney to the Kansas City Chiefs last year.Waller spent the last five seasons with the Raiders, establishing himself as one of the league's most explosive tight ends. The 30-year-old earned a Pro Bowl nod in 2020 after catching 107 passes for 1,196 yards and nine touchdowns. However, he battled injuries in the last two seasons and hasn't been able to replicate that production.Waller, who's missed 14 games since 2021, was limited to 28 catches, 388 yards, and three TD receptions in nine appearances last year. The Georgia Tech product is under contract for four more seasons.

The Indianapolis Colts are trading star cornerback Stephon Gilmore to the Dallas Cowboys, sources told Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider.

The second day of the NFL's legal tampering window has already featured several offensive moves with fantasy implications.Let's take a look at all the notable skill-position signings so far - and what they'll mean for fantasy managers.Big movesLions sign RB David MontgomeryContract: 3 years, $18 millionWe all knew the Lions would add another back to pair with D'Andre Swift, but it's surprising to see them acquire one of the top runners in this year's free-agent class in Montgomery.This brings an end to the Jamaal Williams era in Detroit, which was highlighted by a league-leading 17-touchdown campaign in 2022. Fortunately, Montgomery offers many similar traits regarding his physicality between the tackles and his potential to be a goal-line hammer.Projecting the Lions' backfield will be no easy task this season. While Swift has been an explosive threat whenever he's healthy, the 24-year-old has struggled with injuries and often ends up playing at less than 100%. There's a massive fantasy ceiling for a back of his caliber if he could hold up to a heavy workload - we just haven't seen evidence that he's capable of that.Head coach Dan Campbell has repeatedly hinted at limiting Swift's usage, and Williams' role last season played into that narrative. The Montgomery signing is just the latest indication Swift will be part of a committee once again - likely capping his fantasy value in the low-end RB2 range.Meanwhile, Montgomery could very well follow Williams' path to a top-12 fantasy finish if he can turn in a double-digit touchdown total or if Swift gets banged up.Montgomery is a better back than he's given credit for and already has an RB1 fantasy season under his belt from 2020. His efficiency began sliding in the wrong direction when the Bears' offensive line fell apart. However, he routinely took advantage of good matchups and positive game scripts - something he should see more of on an ascending Lions team.Both Swift and Montgomery will be worthy of selection in this year's fantasy drafts. If forced to pick today, I'd give Montgomery the slight edge for 2023.Montgomery's 2023 projection (15 games): 206 carries, 865 rushing yards, 10 TDs, 29 receptions, 232 receiving yards, TDJets sign WR Allen LazardContract: 4 years, $44 millionIn their endless quest to attract Aaron Rodgers, the Jets added one of his favorite receivers on Tuesday.Earlier in the day, ESPN's Diana Russini reported that Rodgers had given the Jets a list of players he wanted them to acquire, including Lazard, Randall Cobb, Marcedes Lewis, and Odell Beckham Jr.Lazard and OBJ are the most difficult signings to make given their contract demands, so perhaps the Jets are inching closer to making Rodgers their quarterback.Lazard joins a receiving corps already full of quality players like Garrett Wilson, Elijah Moore, and veteran Corey Davis - though Davis has been rumored to be a potential cut candidate.The addition of Lazard could make it tough for Moore to make good on some of the early promise he showed in his career. Wilson has firmly established himself as the top dog in New York and will lead what should be a dangerous duo with Lazard.Wilson should be considered a fringe WR1 for fantasy, especially with Rodgers potentially on the way. Lazard falls more into the WR4/flex range with Moore being a dart-throw pick in the later rounds.Lazard's 2023 projection (17 games): 91 targets, 53 receptions, 724 receiving yards, 5 TDsEagles sign RB Rashaad PennyContract: 1 year, $1.35 millionThe Eagles' backfield just got a whole lot more interesting with the signing of the ultimate boom-or-bust fantasy back, Rashaad Penny.With Miles Sanders heading to free agency, general manager Howie Roseman had a void to fill, and Penny will get the first crack at leading the charge for Philly.The 27-year-old's career has been marred by injuries, and he was limited to 10 or fewer appearances each of the last four seasons, including just five games in 2022.While the former first-round pick tends to be viewed as a bust, talent-wise, that couldn't be further from the truth. He averaged over 6 yards per carry the last two seasons and brings game-breaking big-play ability whenever he's on the field.Philadelphia might be the perfect landing spot for him. The Eagles have an abundance of weapons that defenses have to prepare for, one of the best offensive lines in the league, and multiple ball carriers in Kenneth Gainwell, Boston Scott, and Jalen Hurts who can handle some of the rushing burden.If Penny stays healthy this season, he'll be a strong RB2 candidate for fantasy - with the potential to reach RB1 production when he finds the end zone.Penny's 2023 projection (15 games): 186 carries, 911 rushing yards, 8 TDs, 19 receptions, 152 receiving yardsGiants trade for TE Darren WallerRumors that Waller was on the trade block have circulated for the last couple of years, but a deal finally came to fruition Tuesday when the Giants sent a third-round pick to Las Vegas in exchange for the star tight end.Waller brings some much-needed pass-catching help to a New York offense that made do with one of the league's worst collections of receivers and tight ends last year.While the Giants remain in the market for upgrades at wideout, Waller gives them one of the most dangerous playmakers at his position - when healthy. The 30-year-old has missed 14 games over the last two seasons, making his availability far from a sure thing.When he's on the field, Waller is a mismatch nightmare whose resume includes multiple NFL seasons with at least 90 catches and 1,100 yards.We'll have to wait to see whether the Giants make another splash at receiver, but - at the moment - Waller should rank comfortably among the top 10 fantasy tight ends in 2023. If he can avoid injury, he's one of the few players at his position with top-five fantasy upside.The only bad news is that Waller's arrival will push sophomore tight end Daniel Bellinger back down the depth chart for the foreseeable future.Waller's 2023 projection (15 games): 94 targets, 63 receptions, 718 receiving yards, 3 TDsSaints re-sign WR Michael ThomasContract: 1 year, $10 millionAfter injuries limited Thomas to 10 games over the last three seasons, the Saints were widely expected to part ways with their former star receiver. However, the two sides were able to agree on a restructured deal that can be boosted by incentives.It's been a while since Thomas dominated the league with four straight seasons over 1,100 yards, culminating in a 149-catch, 1,725-yard, nine-touchdown campaign in 2019 when he finished as the WR1 overall in fantasy.But in the three games he played in 2022, Thomas averaged the ninth-most fantasy points among receivers and showed he's still a threat when healthy.Even though the situation has changed dramatically from his days with Drew Brees, the Saints managed to stabilize their quarterback situation recently by signing Derek Carr. Sophomore Chris Olave will challenge Thomas for the No. 1 receiver role, but there might be extra targets to go around depending on what happens with Alvin Kamara's off-field issues.Either way, Thomas is an intriguing player to gamble on given his likely discounted ADP after so much time away from being a trusted fantasy starter.Thomas' 2023 projection (17 games): 109 targets, 73 receptions, 814 receiving yards, 6 TDsDolphins re-sign RB Raheem Mostert, RB Jeff WilsonMostert's contract: 2 years, $7.6 million

The Kansas City Chiefs are signing defense lineman Charles Omenihu to a two-year deal worth up to $20 million, sources told Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider.

The Minnesota Vikings are planning to sign cornerback Byron Murphy to a two-year, $22-million deal, sources told Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider.The 25-year-old cover man recorded four pass deflections and 0.5 sacks in nine games with the Arizona Cardinals in 2022.Arizona placed Murphy on season-ending injured reserve in December due to a back ailment.The former second-round pick has five interceptions, 34 passes defended, three sacks, and 229 tackles in 56 career contests.Given the lack of established players in the Vikings' secondary, Murphy is expected to operate as Minnesota's top corner.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Indianapolis Colts have agreed to terms with defensive end Samson Ebukam on a three-year, $27-million deal, sources told Adam Schefter of ESPN.Ebukam was with the San Francisco 49ers for the last two years.The 27-year-old Ebukam was drafted in the fourth round in 2017 by the Los Angeles Rams. He spent four years with the Rams before joining the 49ers in 2021.Ebukam set a career high with five sacks last season as a pivotal part of the 49ers' top-ranked scoring defense.The Eastern Washington product has 23.5 sacks and 224 tackles in 96 career games.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Carolina Panthers are expected to host former Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen on a visit Wednesday, reports NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.Minnesota released Thielen on March 10 following nine seasons after the sides failed to agree on a reworked contract. The 32-year-old caught 70 passes for 716 yards and six touchdowns in 17 games last year.Thielen has spent his entire career with the Vikings since entering the league as an undrafted free agent in 2013. He earned consecutive Pro Bowl nods in 2017 and 2018 after amassing at least 1,200 receiving yards in each of those years. The Minnesota State product has racked up 6,682 yards and 55 touchdowns on 534 catches in 153 career games for Minnesota.The Panthers have been looking for help at wide receiver since sending D.J. Moore to the Chicago Bears as part of a trade for the first overall pick in next month's draft.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Atlanta Falcons are signing offensive lineman Kaleb McGary to a three-year, $34.5-million extension, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.McGary has spent his entire four-year career with the Falcons since being drafted 31st overall in 2019.The 6-foot-6 blocker earned an 86.6 grade from PFF in 2022 over 1,051 offensive snaps. He particularly excelled in run blocking, where he earned a 91.6 grade.The Falcons also extended Chris Lindstrom on Monday as they look to solidify their offensive line.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Carolina Panthers are planning to sign quarterback Andy Dalton to a two-year, $10-million deal, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.Dalton's new deal will include $8 million guaranteed. He can earn up to $17 million with incentives.Dalton threw for 2,871 yards, 18 touchdowns, and nine interceptions with the division-rival New Orleans Saints last season. The signal-caller took over as the team's starter after Jameis Winston was injured and never relinquished the role.The 35-year-old previously spent one season each with the Chicago Bears and Dallas Cowboys after nine years with the Cincinnati Bengals. Dalton has thrown for 38,150 yards, 244 touchdowns, and 144 interceptions in 166 career appearances while compiling an 83-77-2 record as a starter.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers provided the New York Jets with a wish list of free agents he'd like them to target and acquire, sources told ESPN's Dianna Russini.The reported list includes wide receivers Odell Beckham Jr. and Randall Cobb and veteran tight end Marcedes Lewis. It also featured wideout Allen Lazard, whom New York agreed to terms with on a four-year, $44-million contract Tuesday, sources told Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider.The Jets reportedly met with Rodgers last Tuesday to discuss a trade. The Packers are open to the idea of moving the four-time NFL MVP, who's under contract with them until 2025. He has yet to announce if he intends to play in 2023 after leaving his future open-ended following the 2022 regular season.Rodgers has been teammates with Cobb, Lazard, and Lewis for several years. Cobb spent the first eight seasons of his career in Green Bay before leaving the team in 2019 for one-year stints with the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Texans. He returned for a second stint with Rodgers and Co. in 2021 and 2022.Lazard and Lewis both played for Green Bay from 2018-22. The former led the club in targets (100), receptions (60), and receiving yards (788) last year.Beckham hasn't played since suffering a torn ACL in Super Bowl LVI in February 2021 as a member of the Los Angeles Rams. He visited multiple teams in December but didn't sign with them. The 30-year-old recently hosted a private workout for NFL teams and has since reportedly had conversations with multiple clubs.Garrett Wilson, the 10th overall pick in the 2022 draft, led the Jets with 83 catches, 1,103 yards, and four touchdown receptions last year. New York's wide receiver depth chart also features veteran Corey Davis and 2021 second-round pick Elijah Moore.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Philadelphia Eagles agreed to terms with former Seattle Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny, a source told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.Penny is set to return from a broken fibula that limited him to five games last season. He was off to an explosive start prior to the injury, averaging 6.1 yards per carry.A first-round pick in 2018, Penny broke out in 2021, his fourth season in the NFL. He averaged a league-leading 6.3 yards per carry and accumulated 749 rushing yards and six scores.Penny has built a reputation for his ability to break off big runs. Since 2021, he ripped off 13 carries for 25-plus yards, second most in the league during that span.He'll now join an Eagles rushing attack that ranked fifth in the NFL with 147.6 yards per game last season. Miles Sanders led Philadelphia in rushing with 1,269 yards but is a free agent, and his return is uncertain.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Las Vegas Raiders are signing wide receiver Jakobi Meyers to a three-year, $33-million contract that includes $21 million fully guaranteed, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.Meyers confirmed he's joining the Raiders to Josina Anderson of CBS Sports HQ. The 26-year-old spent the previous four seasons with the New England Patriots after joining them as an undrafted free agent in 2019."It's hard to turn down Las Vegas," he said. "When you look at their offense, when you look at their coaches - they wanted me, and I wanted them. Unfortunately, it didn't work out with the Patriots. I put in a lot of effort in my time there. I appreciate them, but God works in mysterious ways. I'm blessed."The NC State product led the Patriots with 804 receiving yards last season while adding six touchdowns.Meyers will be reunited with Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels, who previously served as New England's offensive coordinator. He's expected to join Davante Adams and Hunter Renfrow as receiving options for new Las Vegas quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo.Meyers racked up 235 receptions for 2,758 yards and eight touchdowns over four seasons with the Patriots.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The New Orleans Saints are retaining wide receiver Michael Thomas on a restructured one-year, $10-million contract worth up to $15 million, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.Thomas and the Saints reportedly began the week working toward a new contract.The 30-year-old has been a top playmaker for New Orleans but has struggled to stay healthy since winning Offensive Player of the Year in 2019. He's played just 10 regular-season games over the last three seasons.Thomas was limited to only three games during the 2022 campaign due to season-ending toe surgery. He missed the entire 2021 season because of complications from an ankle injury.The Saints will reinsert Thomas into their receiving corps amid the emergence of Chris Olave and the arrival of new quarterback Derek Carr. Carr inked a four-year deal with New Orleans earlier this offseason.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Houston Texans have acquired veteran guard Shaq Mason in a trade with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, a source told NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.The Texans are sending a sixth-round pick in exchange for Mason and a seventh-rounder, according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC2.The Bucs reportedly planned to release the veteran this week if they couldn't find a trade partner for him. The deal saves Tampa Bay around $5 million in cap space, per ESPN's Jenna Laine.Mason started all 17 games for the Bucs last year, which was his first and only season with the club. He spent the first seven years of his career with the New England Patriots.In Houston, the 29-year-old guard will reunite with general manager Nick Caserio, who was the Patriots' director of player personnel when Mason was drafted in 2015.The Texans are also releasing veteran guard A.J. Cann following the Mason acquisition, sources told Jordan Schultz, the Score's NFL insider. Cann started 16 games for Houston in 2022.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

With legal tampering underway, several players have already made their intentions known by agreeing to deals with new teams.Let's take a look at all the notable skill-position signings so far - and what they'll mean for fantasy managers.Big movesRaiders sign QB Jimmy GaroppoloContract: 3 years, $67.5 millionWith Garoppolo heading to Las Vegas, one has to wonder what the Raiders were hoping to accomplish at quarterback when they cut ties with Derek Carr. The shift to Jimmy G seems like a lateral move in real life, and it might not change things much for fantasy either.Garoppolo's best days came in Kyle Shanahan's well-schemed system surrounded by an impressive cast of skill-position talent. Josh McDaniels will also be looking for a game-manager of sorts, and despite some questions on the offensive line, the Raiders have a surprising number of playmakers surrounding their new passer, including Davante Adams, Josh Jacobs, Darren Waller, and Hunter Renfrow.That's not likely enough to push an average fantasy quarterback into QB1 territory, but it makes Jimmy G a decent bet to produce top-24 stats at his position. By comparison, Carr was the QB22 in fantasy points per game last season, and Garoppolo should land in that range as well.Adams, Jacobs, and Waller will all remain top-12 fantasy players at their positions - even though Adams' degree of difficulty will increase due to his age and Garoppolo's inefficiency as a downfield thrower. As long as McDaniels maintains a high-volume passing attack (the Raiders were 11th in attempts in 2022), there will be more than enough production to go around.Renfrow could be a sneaky winner with this signing since Jimmy G's strengths lie in the short-to-intermediate area of the field. After a down year, put Renfrow back on your late-round sleepers list.Garoppolo's 2023 projection (17 games): 4,219 passing yards, 23 TDs, 15 INTs, 37 carries, 58 rushing yards, 4 FLMinor movesGiants re-sign RB Matt BreidaBreida hasn't been fantasy relevant since his days with the 49ers. Staying in New York at least puts him in the competition to be Saquon Barkley's immediate backup. However, this signing doesn't preclude the Giants from adding another back in free agency or the draft, which they almost certainly should do. He'll likely need multiple injuries in front of him on the depth chart in order to secure enough volume to earn a spot in fantasy lineups.49ers sign QB Sam DarnoldWith Brock Purdy undergoing surgery that could affect his availability for Week 1 and Trey Lance also working his way back from a season cut short by injury, the 49ers found a veteran to help fill out their QB room. Darnold has been a bust at almost every turn since being drafted third overall in 2018, but the Shanahan system can work wonders for a quarterback's productivity, especially on a roster as loaded as San Francisco's. While it's unclear if Darnold will get a legitimate chance to compete for the starting role, the uncertainty around Purdy and Lance could create a path for him to get on the field.Vikings sign TE Josh OliverMinnesota solved its tight end problems by trading for T.J. Hockenson last season, but now it's adding depth at the position by bringing in Oliver. Barring a Hockenson injury, Oliver's main efforts will likely come as a blocker. The 25-year-old graded out as one of the best blocking tight ends last season, according to PFF.Texans sign RB Mike Boone, QB Case KeenumHouston has taken a high-volume approach to the offseason in recent years. So far, the Texans appear to be sticking to that plan with a string of lower-level signings, headlined by Boone and Keenum. Boone is a versatile running back who's capable of contributing as a pass-catching weapon, injury-replacement starter, and/or on special teams. If the Texans don't add anyone else to the backfield, he'll be a nice complementary piece alongside power-runner Dameon Pierce. Meanwhile, 35-year-old Keenum is a competent backup quarterback and should be a quality mentor for whatever rookie passer the team drafts second overall in April.Dolphins sign QB Mike WhiteWhite was a brief waiver-wire star in fantasy last year, mostly due to a pair of 300-yard games. But injuries prevented him from closing out the season as the Jets' starter and robbed him of an opportunity to make his case to lead the team. Clearly, the Dolphins saw more than enough to make him their top backup behind Tua Tagovailoa. The move is also notable given Tua's durability concerns, which the team has acknowledged. Considering the weapons in Miami, White would be an intriguing fantasy waiver add once again if Tagovailoa is sidelined.Broncos sign QB Jarrett StidhamAfter a couple quality spot starts at the end of the season, there was a small chance that Stidham could have opened the 2023 campaign as the Raiders' starter. Any hope of that outcome disappeared once the team agreed to a deal with Garoppolo, so Stidham took a backup gig in Denver instead. While Russell Wilson and the Broncos' offense should bounce back under new head coach and offensive guru Sean Payton, Stidham is now in position to step in if Wilson continues to falter.Falcons trade for TE Jonnu SmithSmith is an excellent depth addition for the Falcons, especially considering his familiarity with head coach Arthur Smith dating back to their time together in Tennessee. However, his role in Atlanta will be similar to what we saw from him in New England, where he was the clear No. 2 tight end in the offense. Any concerns about the impact of this move on Kyle Pitts' fantasy outlook are overblown. It would take a Pitts injury for Smith to regain any fantasy value, and even in that instance, he would be more of a streaming option.Chargers re-sign QB Easton StickWith both of Justin Herbert's backups set to become free agents this week, it's notable the team moved quickly to bring back Stick. It's still possible that 36-year-old Chase Daniel could return to the club, but at the moment, Stick is in line to be directly behind Herbert on the depth chart. Unfortunately, Stick has barely seen the field since being drafted in the fifth round in 2019 and would be a risky replacement if Herbert were to miss time.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The San Francisco 49ers have reached an agreement on a one-year deal with quarterback Sam Darnold, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.The deal is worth $4.5 million with $3.5 million guaranteed, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.Darnold spent the last two seasons with the Carolina Panthers. He began the 2022 campaign on the sideline due to injury and only made his season debut in Week 12. The 25-year-old completed 58.6% of his passes for 1,143 yards and seven touchdowns against three interceptions in six starts last year. Carolina went 4-2 with him under center.The USC product began his career with the New York Jets, who drafted him third overall in 2018. Darnold didn't live up to the hype with New York, leading the team to trade him to Carolina in April 2021.Darnold has averaged a 59.7% completion rate with 3,572 yards and 19 touchdowns to 17 interceptions per 17 games played throughout his NFL career. He'll join a 49ers quarterback depth chart with plenty of question marks.San Francisco currently rosters quarterbacks Trey Lance and Brock Purdy. Lance, 22, is recovering from a season-ending ankle injury he sustained in Week 2 last year, while Purdy, 23, is expected to miss approximately six months following recent elbow surgery.Lance, the third overall pick in 2021, began last year as the team's starter until suffering his injury. Jimmy Garoppolo replaced him under center and started 10 games before a foot ailment sidelined him for the remainder of the campaign. That development made room for Purdy, who helped the 49ers reach the NFC title game against the Philadelphia Eagles as a rookie. Purdy sustained his elbow injury in the first quarter versus Philadelphia.Garoppolo, 31, reportedly agreed to terms on a three-year, $67.5-million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Los Angeles Chargers agreed to terms with linebacker Eric Kendricks, he announced on his Instagram account Monday.The contract is for two years and worth $13.25 million, a source told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.Kendricks was released by the Minnesota Vikings on March 6 after spending his entire eight-year career with the team.The former first-team All-Pro started every game for the Vikings last season, racking up 137 tackles and one sack. Kendricks ranks third on Minnesota's all-time tackles list with 919.Los Angeles has three linebackers hitting the open market in Troy Reeder, Kyle Van Noy, and Drue Tranquill. The Chargers ranked 27th in rushing yards allowed per game last season.The 31-year-old Kendricks was born in Fresno, California, and went to school at UCLA.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Atlanta Falcons are signing former Washington Commanders quarterback Taylor Heinicke, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo.Heinicke, who turns 30 on Wednesday, agreed to a two-year deal worth up to $20 million, a source told NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.Atlanta picks up a veteran signal-caller to bolster its passing group. The club released Marcus Mariota last month after just one season, leaving just third-round passer Desmond Ridder and Logan Woodside on the roster.Heinicke has started 25 games in his career, which includes stints with the Houston Texans, Carolina Panthers, and Commanders. He started nine games during the 2022 campaign, passing for 1,859 yards, 12 touchdowns, and six interceptions with a 62.2% completion rate.The Old Dominion product also started a postseason game for Washington during the 2020 season.The Commanders ultimately moved on from Heinicke, opting to name Sam Howell their starter moving forward. Heinicke established a 12-11-1 record as a starter in the nation's capital over the course of three seasons with the franchise.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Cleveland Browns have agreed to terms with defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson on a four-year, $57-million deal with $27.5 million guaranteed, sources told Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.Tomlinson spent the last two years with the Minnesota Vikings.The 29-year-old Tomlinson was a second-round pick by the New York Giants in the 2017 draft. He spent four seasons with the Giants before signing a two-year, $22-million deal with the Vikings in March 2021.Tomlinson played in 13 games last season, totaling 42 tackles with three tackles for loss and 2.5 sacks.The Browns went into this offseason desperate for run-defending help after ranking 25th in rushing yards allowed per game.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Atlanta Falcons are signing safety Jessie Bates to a four-year, $64.02-million deal, sources told Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.Bates gets $36 million fully guaranteed as well as $23 million in Year 1, according to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. Bates' $16.005-million annual average salary makes him the NFL's fourth-highest-paid safety, according to Over The Cap.The 26-year-old Bates was a second-round pick in the 2018 draft out of Wake Forest. He spent five years with the Cincinnati Bengals and played the 2023 season under the franchise tag.Bates started 16 regular-season games last season, racking up four interceptions and 71 tackles.The Falcons started a busy first day of free agency with a big-money extension for standout guard Chris Lindstrom and the addition of veteran defensive tackle David Onyemata. Atlanta also later agreed to terms with former Saints linebacker Kaden Elliss on a three-year, $21.5-million contract, according to Rapoport. Elliss recorded 78 tackles and seven sacks for New Orleans in 2022.Atlanta's defense struggled against the pass last season, ranking 25th in average yards allowed through the air. Bates, Onyemata, and Elliss will attempt to help that unit improve under new defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Seattle Seahawks plan to sign defensive lineman Dre'Mont Jones to a three-year, $51.5-million deal, according to Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider.

The Houston Texans are expected to sign defensive back Jimmie Ward, sources told Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.Ward is signing a two-year, $13-million contract, according to Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio.Ward spent the first nine years of his career with the San Francisco 49ers.The 31-year-old Ward played under Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans in San Francisco for the last six years. He played in only 12 games last season due to a broken hand.Ward transitioned to nickel cornerback this season after Tashaun Gipson became the starting safety.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms with pass-rusher Marcus Davenport, sources told Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.The deal is for one year and $13 million, Rapoport adds.Davenport has spent his entire five-year career with the New Orleans Saints, who traded up in the 2018 draft to select him 14th overall.The 26-year-old only had 0.5 sacks in 15 games last season after racking up nine sacks in 11 contests in 2021.Vikings pass-rusher Za'Darius Smith reportedly requested his release from the team last week.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Denver Broncos have reached an agreement on a three-year, $45.75-million deal that includes $32.5 million guaranteed at signing, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.New head coach Sean Payton hasn't wasted time finding new players for the Broncos.The 25-year-old Allen is the latest player Denver has spent on early in free agency. Offensive tackle Mike McGlinchey is reportedly set to sign a five-year, $87.5-million contract, and guard Ben Powers is reportedly expected to join the team on a four-year deal.Denver also took care of linebacker Alex Singleton, who the Broncos plan to re-sign to a three-year, $18-million agreement.Allen's 2022 campaign with the Cardinals was the best of his career with 5.5 sacks, 10 tackles for loss, and 20 quarterback hits in 13 games, all career-highs.Allen has accumulated 11.5 sacks, 21 tackles for loss, and 43 quarterback hits since entering the NFL as a third-round pick in the 2019 NFL Draft out of Boston College.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Jameis Winston will return to the New Orleans Saints for the 2023 campaign after the two sides agreed to a reworked 1-year deal worth up to $8 million, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.Winston is expected to back up new signal caller Derek Carr.Winston was reportedly offered a deal earlier this week to remain with the team or he would be cut. The 29-year-old was slated to carry a $15.6-million cap hit while making $12.8 million before the new agreement, according to OverTheCap.The 6-foot-4 passer threw for 858 yards, four touchdowns, and five interceptions in three games for the Saints in 2022. He opened the season as the team's starter, but was injured early in the year and never got the job back from veteran Andy Dalton.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Eight-time Pro Bowl cornerback Patrick Peterson is joining the Pittsburgh Steelers, he confirmed Monday on his "All Things Covered" podcast, according to ESPN's Brooke Pryor.Peterson is signing a two-year, $14-million contract with the Steelers, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network.Peterson noted he spoke to the Minnesota Vikings - his former club - about a return but said they weren't able to "cross that line," according to ESPN's Kevin Seifert.The 32-year-old added that he hopes to end his career with Pittsburgh, according to Pryor.Peterson spent the last two seasons as a member of the Vikings, racking up 30 starts. He enjoyed a productive campaign in 2022 with five interceptions, his highest in a season since 2012.He built a reputation as a ball-hawking playmaker during a 10-year tenure with the Arizona Cardinals. Peterson, who was picked fifth overall by the Cardinals in the 2011 draft, recorded 28 interceptions and 12 fumble recoveries in Arizona. He also made eight straight Pro Bowls from 2011-18.The Steelers were looking for help in the secondary after reportedly losing Cam Sutton to the Detroit Lions in free agency.Peterson becomes the most experienced addition to a Steelers cornerback group that also includes Levi Wallace, Ahkello Witherspoon, and Arthur Maulet, among others.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Miami Dolphins have agreed to terms with linebacker David Long Jr. on a two-year, $11-million deal, sources told theScore's NFL insider Jordan Schultz.

Former Indianapolis Colts linebacker Bobby Okereke plans to sign with the New York Giants on a four-year, $40-million deal that includes $22 million guaranteed, sources told Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers plan to sign cornerback Jamel Dean to a four-year, $52-million deal, sources told Jordan Schultz, theScore's NFL insider.

The Chicago Bears can't stop adding playmakers.Chicago is signing former Buffalo Bills linebacker Tremaine Edmunds to a four-year, $72-million contract that includes $50 million guaranteed, reports NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.Edmunds, a two-time Pro Bowler, is the latest standout linebacker to join the Bears. Chicago also reportedly agreed to a three-year, $19.5-million deal with former Philadelphia Eagles defender T.J. Edwards on Monday.The Bears, who entered Monday with the most salary-cap space in the NFL, also bolstered their offensive line. They reportedly gave a three-year, $30-million pact to guard Nate Davis, who started 54 games with the Tennessee Titans.Edmunds, 24, spent the last five seasons with the Bills. The 2018 first-round pick has averaged 129 tackles, eight pass breakups, and one interception per 17 games played throughout his career.Chicago ranked dead last in points allowed last season despite hiring defensive-minded head coach Matt Eberflus. The Bears, who went 3-14, traded All-Pro linebacker Roquan Smith to the Baltimore Ravens midway through the campaign.Chicago's free-agent additions come days after the team traded the first overall pick in next month's draft to the Carolina Panthers in exchange for a package that included two first-round selections and star wide receiver D.J. Moore.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Kansas City Chiefs agreed to a four-year, $80-million contract with former Jacksonville Jaguars offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor, his agents told ESPN's Adam Schefter.Taylor's deal includes $60 million guaranteed.With Taylor joining the reigning Super Bowl champions, Orlando Brown is expected to hit the open market. Brown started every game for the Chiefs last season at left tackle while playing under the franchise tag, but the two sides weren't able to agree to a long-term deal this year.Taylor presumably will replace Brown at left tackle, a position he doesn't have a lot of experience at. The 25-year-old played at right tackle almost exclusively in four seasons with Jacksonville, having logged only 18 snaps at on the left. The Florida product has started every game since being drafted in the second round in 2019.Taylor was considered one of the top tackles available in free agency along with Brown, Mike McGlinchey, and Kaleb McGary. McGlinchey is also headed to the AFC West after reportedly agreeing to a five-year, $87.5-million contract with the Denver Broncos.The Chiefs' offensive line stood out last season, ranking second in the NFL in pass block, according to PFF. The unit didn't allow a sack to the Philadelphia Eagles during Kansas City's victory in Super Bowl LVII.Andrew Wylie, who played right tackle and guard for the Chiefs over the last five seasons, reportedly agreed to a three-year, $24-million deal with the Washington Commanders on Monday. 2020 third-round lineman Lucas Niang is a candidate to play right tackle for K.C. moving forward.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Jimmy Garoppolo is reuniting with Josh McDaniels.The Las Vegas Raiders are signing the veteran quarterback to a three-year, $67.5-million contract that includes $34 million guaranteed, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.Garoppolo spent the last six seasons with the San Francisco 49ers. McDaniels, who joined the Raiders as head coach last year, previously worked with Garoppolo during his time as offensive coordinator with the New England Patriots.The 31-year-old Garoppolo spent the first three years of his career in New England before joining San Francisco via trade in October 2017.The Houston Texans and New York Jets also showed interest in Garoppolo, according to ESPN's Dianna Russini.In Las Vegas, Garoppolo will replace Derek Carr, whom the Raiders released in February after nine seasons. Carr recently signed with the New Orleans Saints.Garoppolo was expected to back up Trey Lance in San Francisco in 2022 but had to step in after Lance went down with a season-ending injury in Week 2. Garoppolo then started 10 games before suffering a year-ending foot ailment in Week 13. He finished the campaign with 2,437 yards and 16 touchdowns against four interceptions in 11 appearances.A second-round pick in 2014, Garoppolo boasted a 38-17 regular-season record as a starter with the 49ers while posting a 67.6% completion rate with 82 touchdowns and 42 interceptions. With him under center, the 49ers played in two NFC title games and reached Super Bowl LIV.However, Garoppolo's struggled to stay healthy throughout his career, having played only one full season since joining San Francisco and missing 25 games between 2018-21.The Raiders entered the 2022 season with high expectations after hiring McDaniels and adding multiple high-profile players on both sides of the ball but failed to meet those expectations. Las Vegas went 6-11 last year, down from 10-7 in 2021.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Detroit Lions are signing former Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Cameron Sutton to a three-year, $33-million contract that includes $22.5 million guaranteed, reports NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.Sutton spent the last six seasons with the Steelers, who drafted him in the third round in 2017 out of Tennessee.The 28-year-old brings plenty of slot and outside versatility to Detroit. He set career highs with 15 pass breakups and three interceptions in 16 games last season while allowing a 65.3 passer rating on 73 targets.Bolstering the secondary is one of the Lions' top offseason priorities after they allowed 7.9 yards per completion to rank second-last in the NFL last year. Detroit also rosters corners Jeff Okudah and Jerry Jacobs, among others.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Denver Broncos are expected to sign free-agent right tackle Mike McGlinchey, sources told ESPN's Dianna Russini.McGlinchey, a former first-round pick of the San Francisco 49ers, is agreeing to a five-year, $87.5-million contract with over $50 million guaranteed, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.McGlinchey provided an ideal bookend alongside All-Pro Trent Williams the past three seasons. The Notre Dame product was an immediate starter for San Francisco after being drafted in 2018.Denver appears to be placing an emphasis on improving its talent in front of quarterback Russell Wilson.The Broncos have been active during the league's negotiation window after agreeing to terms on a four-year, $52-million agreement with free-agent offensive guard Ben Powers. The 26-year-old started all 17 games for the Ravens in 2022 and was a key contributor to Baltimore's run-focused offense.The new additions are expected to bolster an offensive line that allowed a league-high 63 sacks last season.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The San Francisco 49ers are signing former Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Javon Hargrave to a four-year, $84-million contract that contains $40 million guaranteed at signing, his agents confirmed to ESPN's Adam Schefter.Hargrave was the top defensive tackle available in this year's free-agent class. He put together the best work of his career in a dominant Eagles defense last season, with personal bests in sacks (11) and tackles for loss (10).His $21-million average annual value puts him in a tie for the third-highest-paid defensive tackle in the NFL with DeForest Buckner, per Spotrac. He trails only Aaron Donald and Daron Payne in AAV.The 30-year-old defensive tackle spent the last three seasons in Philadelphia after coming over as a free agent in 2020. He played the first four years of his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers after being selected in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft.Hargrave will join a 49ers pass rush headlined by Nick Bosa. San Francisco finished first in points and yardage allowed last season.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The New England Patriots are expected to re-sign cornerback Jonathan Jones to a two-year contract, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.The two-year pact is worth a maximum of $20 million and contains $13 million fully guaranteed, according to Ben Volin of The Boston Globe.Jones was slated to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. The reported re-signing comes just minutes after the NFL's legal tampering window opened.The 29-year-old has been a consistent contributor since coming to New England as an undrafted free agent in 2016. He went over 80% defensive snaps played for the first time last season as he became a full-time starter.Jones is coming off his best season as a pro, recording a career-high four interceptions and 11 pass breakups over 16 starts in 2022.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

Jason Kelce isn't done yet.The six-time Pro Bowl center announced Monday that he's returning for a 13th season with the Philadelphia Eagles."I have put much thought into whether it makes sense to play another season," the 35-year-old Kelce tweeted. "After talking it over with my wife and many other friends and family, I have decided to return for another year. Thank you to all my supporters and detractors for fueling me."Kelce is coming off one of the best seasons of his decorated career. He helped the Eagles build arguably the league's top offensive line en route to Super Bowl LVII where they fell short against the Kansas City Chiefs.He was the NFL's second-highest-graded center in 2022 after not allowing a sack in 653 pass block snaps played, according to PFF. He's allowed only one sack and no quarterback hits over the last two seasons.Regarded as one of the best and most reliable centers in NFL history, Kelce has started every game for the Eagles since 2015. The five-time first-team All-Pro also helped Philly win Super Bowl LII.Kelce was one of three Pro Bowlers on Philadelphia's offensive line last season along with right tackle Lane Johnson and guard Landon Dickerson. The Eagles won a franchise-best 14 games in 2022.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Baltimore Ravens released veteran defensive end Calais Campbell, the team announced Monday.The transaction clears $7 million in cap space, according to ESPN's Jamison Hensley. However, the Ravens did not rule out bringing Campbell back."While this is the worst part of the business, we have not closed the door on the possibility of him returning to our team in the future," general manager Eric DeCosta said in a statement.Campbell, 36, announced in February that he would be returning for his 16th NFL season. He's spent the last three years with the Ravens and has recorded 11 sacks over 41 appearances.A second-round pick by the Arizona Cardinals in 2008, Campbell has made six Pro Bowls and notched 99 sacks over his career.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

It appears Austin Ekeler wants out of the Los Angeles Chargers.The standout running back is requesting permission to speak with other teams about a potential trade after preliminary extension talks with the Chargers didn't progress, his agent told ESPN's Adam Schefter.Ekeler led the NFL in scrimmage touchdowns in each of the last two seasons, reaching the end zone 38 times since 2021. He's racked up 1,826 yards (4.5 per carry) on the ground in that span to go along with 1,369 yards on 177 receptions.The 27-year-old has one season left on his contract after signing a four-year, $24.5-million contract with Los Angeles in March 2020.Ekeler ranks 15th in average annual salary among running backs. Christian McCaffrey of the San Francisco 49ers tops the position at $16 million.One of the NFL's most versatile running backs, Ekeler joined L.A. as an undrafted free agent in 2017. He's topped 900 scrimmage yards in each of the last five seasons and 1,500 in three of the last four campaigns.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Chicago Bears are signing free-agent linebacker T.J. Edwards, a source told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.Chicago agreed to a three-year, $19.5-million contract with $12 million fully guaranteed, per Rapoport.Edwards, 26, spent the past four seasons as a member of the Philadelphia Eagles.The Wisconsin product racked up 159 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, and two sacks on a talented Eagles defense in 2022.Edwards signed a one-year extension as a restricted free agent before last season.The addition of Edwards provides the Bears with a possible replacement for Roquan Smith, who was traded last season to the Baltimore Ravens.Edwards is one of many key contributors from the Eagles' 2022 roster that are currently on the market, including Chauncey Gardner-Johnson and Miles Sanders.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.

The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a five-year contract extension with offensive guard Chris Lindstrom, the team announced Monday.Lindstrom's new deal is worth $105 million with $63 million fully guaranteed, according to the MMQB's Albert Breer, making him the highest-paid guard in the NFL.Indianapolis Colts guard Quenton Nelson previously held the record at the position after signing a four-year, $80-million contract last year.

The Jimmy Garoppolo market is heating up.The Houston Texans and Las Vegas Raiders are expected to pursue the veteran quarterback this free agency, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.Garoppolo spent the last six seasons with the San Francisco 49ers, who acquired him in a trade from the New England Patriots in October 2017.The 31-year-old helped the 49ers reach two NFC title games from 2019-21. San Francisco reached Super Bowl LIV but fell short against the Kansas City Chiefs.Garoppolo replaced an injured Trey Lance in Week 2 last year and started 10 games for San Francisco before suffering a season-ending foot injury in Week 13. The former second-round pick posted a 38-17 regular-season record as a starter with the 49ers while registering a 67.6% completion rate with 82 touchdowns and 42 interceptions.Injuries have been an issue for Garoppolo, who's played only one full season since joining San Francisco. He missed 25 games between 2018-21.Both the Texans and Raiders are in a position to add a top quarterback prospect in next month's draft, as they own the second and seventh overall picks, respectively.Davis Mills, a third-round pick in 2021, started 15 games for Houston last year but tossed only 17 touchdowns against 15 interceptions.Meanwhile, Las Vegas is looking for a new starting quarterback after releasing Derek Carr last month. Carr, the Raiders' all-time passing leader, recently signed with the New Orleans Saints.Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels previously worked with Garoppolo during his time as offensive coordinator with the Patriots.Copyright © 2023 Score Media Ventures Inc. All rights reserved. Certain content reproduced under license.