After a quiet start to the “Legal Tampering” period, Adam Schefter opened up the NFL Free Agency floodgates late last night. The dominos started to fall around 1:10AM EST with Case Keenum landing with the Broncos, as Schefter released a barrage of tweets leading up until sunrise. Obviously, the Fantasy Football Implications are enormous.
The moves are just beginning, however. Thus, keep this page bookmarked, and be sure to follow our socials (Twitter and Instagram) for the immediate Fantasy Stock Implications, as we break down who’s rising, who’s falling, and everything in between. Lastly, we’ll be pumping out detailed individual pieces on each signee, including The Wolf’s video breakdowns, and linking them here.
Essentially, there’s no need to turn anywhere else for your 2018 Fantasy Football Free Agency Needs
2018 NFL Free Agency Moves
Vikings offense set to explode with Kirk Cousins
Kirk Cousins plans to sign a three-year, fully-guaranteed contract from the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday, sources tell ESPN.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2018
Drew Brees inks 2-year deal with Saints
The #Saints and QB Drew Brees have struck a 2-year deal worth $50M, sources tell me and @Rapsheet. He gets $27M guaranteed
— Jane Slater (@SlaterNFL) March 13, 2018
Broncos receivers get boost with Case Keenum
When free agency opens Wednesday, former Vikings’ QB Case Keenum intends to sign with the Denver Broncos, sources tell ESPN.
First QB domino has fallen.
QB race is on.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2018
https://twitter.com/AllbrightNFL/status/973556449132425216
Bears add a legitimate weapon to their offense, and Robinson’s set for a major rebound
Former Jaguars’ WR Allen Robinson intends to sign with the Chicago Bears barring any last-minute snags when free agency opens Wednesday, source tells ESPN.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2018
It’s going to be 3 years, $42M with roughly $25M guaranteed. https://t.co/cktLP6CLOe
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2018
The Titans sign Dion Lewis and SHATTER our Derrick Henry dreams
Former Patriots’ RB Dion Lewis intends to sign a 4-year deal with Tennesee, source tells ESPN.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2018
Jerick McKinnon drips in RB1 upside
One of the most surprising deals of free agency will be Jerrick McKinnon's with the 49ers: It is expected to be a four-year deal worth $30 million — an average of $7.5 million per year, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2018
Fantasy Football Impact of Sammy Watkins to Chiefs
When free agency opens Wednesday, former Rams’ WR Sammy Watkins intends to sign with the KC Chiefs, source tells ESPN.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2018
Final terms of the #Chiefs expected deal for WR Sammy Watkins: 3 years, $48M with $30M fully guaranteed at signing, sources say.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2018
Packers add a red zone threat in Jimmy Graham
Packers intend to sign TE Jimmy Graham to a three-year deal, sources tell ESPN.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2018
Will Carlos Hyde fit in the new-look Browns offense?
The #Browns are expected to sign former #49ers RB Carlos Hyde, source said. He’s getting a three-year deal worth more than $15M, including $6M in year 1.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 14, 2018
Cardinals find a [broken] bridge at QB
Sam Bradford intends to sign with Arizona, source tells ESPN.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2018
Just confirming reports that Bradford will sign with Arizona. Short-term deal with an average of $18 million per year. Incentives could push to $20 m
— Kent Somers (@kentsomers) March 13, 2018
Matt Nagy & Mark Helfrich find their athletic seam stetcher
Former Eagles TE (and sometimes trick-play QB) Trey Burton is expected to sign with the Bears, source says.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 13, 2018
For Trey Burton, it’s 4 years, $32M, source said. Big payday. https://t.co/WHxPJcZZ3k
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2018
Taylor Gabriel will open things up for the Bears offense
Taylor Gabriel expected to sign with the Chicago Bears on a 4 year deal. per source.
Taylor Gabriel is my source. #ThomaHawk
— Andrew Hawkins (@Hawk) March 13, 2018
Jaguars get tougher by agreeing to deal with Andrew Norwell
Former Panthers’ G Andrew Norwell intends to sign with the Jaguars on a 5-year deal for $66.5 million, including $30M fully guaranteed, source tells ESPN. He is going to become NFL’s highest paid guard – $13.3 million average.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2018
Giants strengthen their OL by making Nate Solder highest paid OL in NFL
The #Giants are signing LT Nate Solder to a 4-year deal worth $62M, source said, with $35M guaranteed. The highest paid OL in the NFL. 💰💰💰
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 14, 2018
Jordy Nelson has found a home in the Bay Area
Breaking News: Jordy Nelson to the @RAIDERS on a Two-Year Deal….15M, 13M Guaranteed
— James Jones (@89JonesNTAF) March 15, 2018
Redskins looking to clear out space for Jamison Crowder
Redskins are expected to sign WR Paul Richardson to a five-year, $40 million deal with $20 million in guarantees, sources say.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 13, 2018
With the departure of Lewis, Rex is ready for a bigger role
The #Patriots and RB Rex Burkhead agreed on a 3-year deal, source said. It’s heavy on guaranteed money.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 14, 2018
Does the Muscle Hamster have anything left in the tank?
The #Raiders have agreed to terms with former #Bucs RB Doug Martin, source said. Jon Gruden locks in running back depth and Martin gets a second chance.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 15, 2018
Jets bring back old-man McCown
One year, $10m for Josh McCown to go back to the Jets, source says
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 13, 2018
and sign Teddy Bridgewater’s third-leg…
Former Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater plans to sign a one-year contract with the New York Jets when the new league year officially begins Wednesday, per @mortreport.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2018
Will Blake Bortles utilize a tight end, now?
The #Jaguars are signing former #Jets TE Austin Seferian-Jenkins to a 2-year worth $10M, source said. He can make up to $11M. @Schultz_Report on it first.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 15, 2018
McCarron gets his shot to start in Buffalo
The #Bills have signed former #Bengals QB AJ McCarron to a 2-year deal. He’s found a home.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 14, 2018
Jets add Isaiah Crowell to create another useless RBBC
Isaiah Crowell intends to sign a 3-year deal with the NY Jets, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2018
Dolphins overpay for an average receiver
The #Dolphins are planning to sign former #Chiefs WR Albert Wilson to a 3-year deal worth $24M when the league year begins, sources say.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2018
Olivia Culpo is headed to South Beach
Danny Amendola is staying in the AFC East… expected to sign with Miami Dolphins per source.
— Dan Hellie (@DanHellie) March 13, 2018
Add this guy to the deep-penny stock list
Bruce Ellington is going back to the #Texans on a 1-year deal, source said. He may have found a home after he had success there in the slot in 2017.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 15, 2018
Giants decided to prolong J-Stew’s retirement
Former Panthers' RB Jonathan Stewart is expected to sign with the New York Giants, per source. Rejoins his former Panthers' OC Mike Shula in NY.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2018
LB Anthony Hitchens to sign with Chiefs; 2018 D/ST with huge scoring upside.
The #Chiefs are now adding a big weapon on defense: They plan to sign former #Cowboys LB Anthony Hitchens to a deal worth $9M per year, sources tell me and @TomPelissero.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 13, 2018
DT Star Lotulelei to sign with Bills; gives them somewhat of a pulse on the DL
Former Panthers’ DT Star Lotulelei intends to sign a 5-year deal with the Buffalo Bills when free agency opens, source tells ESPN.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2018
The Patriots add a second McCourty to improve the secondary
Trade: The #Browns have traded Jason McCourty to his brother Devin McCourty and the Patriots… They are swapping 6th and 7th round picks this year.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 15, 2018
Okay, this Philly defensive line is ridiculous; expect plenty of D/ST sacks for 2018
Former Lions’ DT Haloti Ngata intends to sign a one-year deal with Eagles, per @mortreport and me.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2018
Will Sean McVay make something out of the underwhelming Tavon Austin?
Tavon Austin remaining with #Rams after restructuring his contract
— Vincent Bonsignore (@VinnyBonsignore) March 16, 2018
Quite the QB competition in ‘Zona, lmao
The #AZCardinals are signing QB Mike Glennon to a 2-year deal worth $8M, source said. He has upside in addition to that.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 14, 2018
Vikings trade for a backup
Broncos and Vikings are finalizing a trade for backup QB Trevor Siemian, as @rapsheet said.
Broncos will send Siemian and a 2018 late-round pick to the Vikings for a pick in 2019 draft, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2018
Tom Savage continues to be one of the NFL’s biggest thieves
Former #Texans QB Tom Savage is signing with the #Saints, per agents @schwartzfeinsod.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 14, 2018
Keep checking back throughout the day as we cover every signee and link more detailed breakdowns every all the Fantasy Football implications.
