After NFL players voted to ratify the new collective bargaining agreement Saturday, the legal tampering period of free agency begins Monday at noon ET with offseason action set to move at a rapid pace. Over the next 48 hours, several teams will come to agreements with high-profile acquisitions before the deals become official March 18.
We've reached the next stage of the Tom Brady watch. He can openly engage with teams other than the New England Patriots while making a huge decision on his short-term future.
Other than Brady, the quarterback market features intriguing names like Philip Rivers, Jameis Winston and Teddy Bridgewater who are set up for a game of musical chairs with teams in the hunt for a starting signal-caller.
Also, marquee playmakers like wideout Amari Cooper, edge-rusher Jadeveon Clowney and cornerback Byron Jones could be in line to reset the market at their respective positions.
Where will the big-time free agents land? Keep tabs on the ongoing tracker below to follow the latest signings and transactions.
Los Angeles Rams RB Todd Gurley II in the Trade Rumor Mill
NFL Network's Michael Silver tossed out wideout Brandin Cooks' name as someone potentially on the move. He added running back Todd Gurley II to the list Monday.
Following a run to Super Bowl LIII that ended in a loss to the New England Patriots, the Los Angeles Rams had a disappointing 9-7 season. On top of that, the club has just $20.7 million in cap space. That's a recipe for change.
Silver hasn't pointed to talks with specific teams, but the Rams could be interested in shedding big contracts. Gurley's deal carries a $17.3 million cap hit in 2020 with $12.6 million in dead cap charges for the remaining four years of his pact.
Last offseason, his arthritic knee was a hot topic of discussion. The Rams scaled back on his workload. The five-year veteran averaged a career-low 14.9 carries per game in 2019.
Los Angeles may be in business for a deal involving Gurley before he further declines with a problematic knee, though the trade market may have few takers because of a steep price tag.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Ahead of Las Vegas Raiders for QB Tom Brady
As the Tom Brady watch continues, Vic Tafur of The Athletic still has the Las Vegas Raiders as a potential landing spot for the 42-year-old signal-caller. He tweeted, "Raiders aren't totally out of it, but it's my understanding that the Bucs are ahead in line."
According to Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times, the Buccaneers are prepared to go all-in on Brady during free agency.
As for the Raiders, connections to Brady have faded after Adam Schefter's initial ESPN report about the team's interest in the signal-caller.
Yet, we still haven't heard from Brady's camp about his preference. He'll likely take some time before coming to a decision as this could be his last time on the open market.
Denver Broncos Will Sign OL Graham Glasgow
The Denver Broncos added a solid asset to their offensive line, coming to terms on a four-year, $44 million deal with Graham Glasgow, per ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Glasgow has experience at both guard positions and center. He'll likely replace free-agent offensive lineman Connor McGovern, who started all 16 games at the pivot this past season.
While the Broncos could still re-sign McGovern for depth, Glasgow's $11 million annual salary suggests he's the probable starter for the long term. At 6'6", 310 pounds, the former Detroit Lion can move bodies to clear lanes for the run, but he's a solid pass protector as well. The 27-year-old didn't allow a sack in 2019, per STATs (via the Washington Post).
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