NFL free agency officially starts at 4 p.m. ET Wednesday, which coincides with the start of the new league year. But first, we have two days of legal negotiations, when teams and free agents can agree to terms on new deals (and then officially sign them on Wednesday).

We've already navigated a flurry of offseason activity that includes the franchise tag period, trade agreements, extensions and, of course, the start of contract agreements. Some teams unloaded unhappy veterans and unfriendly contracts to get under the salary cap and perhaps have room to add new players. Some teams made bold moves, particularly in the quarterback market. And now the agreed-upon deals will start rolling in.

Does more excitement await in free agency? Which teams will be most active in free agency? What are we hearing on the trade front this week? Will there still be more movement of signal-callers?

We're tracking every notable NFL free-agent agreement, trade, cut and retirement of the offseason, with the most recent moves at the top.

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MARCH 14

Cardinals lock up special teams ace Dennis Gardeck for 3 years, $12M

Cardinals' LB and special-teams standout Dennis "The Barbarian" Gardeck reached agreement with the Cardinals on a three-year, $12 million deal, per his agency @SportsAmdg.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2022

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Cardinals reach deal to bring back Colt McCoy

Colt McCoy is returning to the Cardinals on a two-year, $7.5 million deal, including $6 million fully guaranteed at signing, per source.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2022

• Weinfuss: Analysis of every Cardinals signing

Rams agree to re-sign C Allen

Brian Allen returning to the Rams on a three-year, $24 million deal, per source.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2022

• Wagoner: Analysis of every Rams signing

Could Wilson and Wagner team up in Denver?

Russell Wilson isn't officially a Bronco yet, but he's doing his best to improve the roster -- by recruiting Bobby Wagner to play with him in Denver, per sources.

Former teammates that played 10 years together in Seattle could reunite, though Wagner has an expansive market.

— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) March 14, 2022

Seahawks are re-signing TE Will Dissly to a three-year deal

The Seahawks are re-signing TE Will Dissly to a three-year, $24M deal, a source tells me.

— Brady Henderson (@BradyHenderson) March 14, 2022

• Henderson: Analysis of every Seahawks signing

ILB Campbell re-signing with Packers

Linebacker De'Vondre Campbell has agreed to re-sign with the Green Bay Packers on a five-year deal worth $50 million, agent Joe Panos told ESPN.

Houston to re-sign S Brooks

Houston is re-signing safety Terrence Brooks on a one-year, $2 million deal, per his agent @DrewJRosenhaus.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2022

Bengals to sign DT Hill

Bengals are re-signing DT BJ Hill to a 3-year, $30 million deal including $15M in year one, per source.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2022

• Baby: Analysis of every Bengals signing

Titans to re-sign C Ben Jones, sign OL Jamarco Jones

The Titans are re-signing center Ben Jones to a two-year contract worth $14 million, a source told ESPN.

• Davenport: Analysis of every Titans signing

• Grades: How did the Titans do?

Saffold to sign with Bills

Former Titans' guard Rodger Saffold is signing in Buffalo, per source.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2022

• Getzenberg: Analysis of every Bills signing

Berrios to re-sign with Jets

Jets are re-signing WR Braxton Berrios on a two-year, $12 million deal that includes $7 million fully guaranteed, per his agents @DrewJRosenhaus and @NFLrecord.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2022

• Cimini: Analysis of every Jets signing

Reddick agrees to sign with Eagles

Haason Reddick agreed to a three-year, $45 million contract with $30 million fully guaranteed at signing, sources told ESPN.

Jaguars to sign DT Fatukasi, ILB Oluokun and WR Kirk

Jaguars are giving former Cardinals WR Christian Kirk a four-year deal worth up to $84 million deal, per source.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2022

• DiRocco: Analysis of every Jaguars signing

• Grades: How did the Jaguars do?

Slater returning for 15th season with Patriots

The New England Patriots have reached a deal with special teams ace Matthew Slater to return for his 15th season with the team, a source told ESPN's Field Yates. The deal is for one year with $2.62 million fully guaranteed. Slater's 10 Pro Bowl berths are the most in NFL history for a special teamer, besting former Buffalo Bills great Steve Tasker (seven).

• Reiss: Analysis of every Patriots signing

G Tomlinson to sign with Jets

San Francisco 49ers free-agent guard Laken Tomlinson intends to sign with the New York Jets, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Jets are giving Tomlinson a three-year deal worth up to $41.2 million, per the source.

• Cimini: Analysis of every Jets signing

• Grades: How did the Jets do?

OL Karras agrees to deal with Bengals

Bengals have agreed to terms with former Patriots OL Ted Karras on a 3-year deal worth $18 million, source confirms.

— Ben Baby (@Ben_Baby) March 14, 2022

• Baby: Analysis of every Bengals signing

Lions agree with S Walker on three-year deal

Lions reached agreement with their safety Tracy Walker on a three-year, $25 million deal that includes $17 million guaranteed, per source.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2022

• Woodyard: Analysis of every Lions signing

Guard Scherff intends to sign with Jaguars

Washington Commanders guard Brandon Scherff plans to sign with the Jacksonville Jaguars, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

• DiRocco: Analysis of every Jaguars signing

Safety Diggs agrees to re-sign with Seahawks

The Seahawks have agreed to terms with free safety Quandre Diggs that keeps their top free agent and defensive playmaker in Seattle. Diggs' deal is for three years and $40 million, a source tells ESPN's Adam Schefter. He gets $28 million over the first two years. The $13.33 million average is more than what Diggs would have made in 2022 had Seattle applied the $12.9 million franchise tag.

• Grades: How did the Seahawks do?

• Henderson: Analysis of every Seahawks signing

DT Ogunjobi to sign with Bears

Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi intends to sign with the Chicago Bears, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Bears are giving Ogunjobi a three-year, $40.5 million deal, including $26.35 million guaranteed.

• Grades: How did the Bears do?

QB Trubisky to sign with Steelers

Free-agent quarterback Mitchell Trubisky plans to sign a two-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. In Pittsburgh, he will compete with Mason Rudolph for the starting quarterback position as the franchise begins the post-Ben Roethlisberger era.

• Pryor: Analysis of every Steelers signing

Rams OT Noteboom getting a three-year deal

Can confirm that Rams OT Joe Noteboom is getting a deal worth up to $47.5 million that includes $25 million guaranteed, as reported by @RapSheet. It's a three-year extension for the 2018 third round pick who appears likely to move into a starting role for the defending SB champs.

— Lindsey Thiry (@LindseyThiry) March 14, 2022

• Wagoner: Analysis of every Rams signing

• Grades: How did the Rams do?

Panthers release A.J. Bouye

This clears $3.5 million in cap space. Move was expected. https://t.co/wUfPWNmztK

— David Newton (@DNewtonespn) March 14, 2022

RB Conner stays with Cardinals on three-year deal

The Arizona Cardinals have agreed to a three-year contract with James Conner, keeping the running back who led the team in rushing last season with the franchise. The Cardinals did not disclose financial terms, but a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter that the deal is worth $21 million, including $13.5 million fully guaranteed, and could grow to a maximum of $25.5 million.

• Grades: How did the Cardinals do?

• Weinfuss: Analysis of every Cardinals signing

Browns release 5-time Pro-Bowl WR Landy

The Cleveland Browns have released wide receiver Jarvis Landry, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. The two sides attempted to restructure his contract to keep him Cleveland, per a league source, but ultimately couldn't work out a deal. Landry is now free to sign with any team.

Dolphins reach deal with RB Edmonds

Miami added free-agent running back Chase Edmonds to its backfield on Monday. Edmonds agreed to a two-year, $12.6 million contract that includes $6.1 million guaranteed, agent Drew Rosenhaus told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

• Grades: How did the Dolphins do?

• Louis-Jacques: Analysis of every Dolphins signing

G Cappa plans to sign four-year deal with Bengals

Tampa Bay Buccaneers free-agent guard Alex Cappa intends to sign a four-year, $40 million deal with the Cincinnati Bengals after free agency opens on Wednesday, league sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Cappa's addition will bolster the Bengals' offensive line as the team tries to improve the protection for quarterback Joe Burrow.

• Grades: How did the Bengals do?

• Baby: Analysis of every Bengals signing

Miami Dolphins, DE Ogbah agree to 4-year contract

The Miami Dolphins and defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah have reached agreement on a four-year, $65 million deal that includes $32 million fully guaranteed at signing, agent Drew Rosenhaus told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

• Grades: How did the Dolphins do?

• Louis-Jacques: Analysis of every Dolphins signing

Bengals tendering restricted free agent OL Johnson

Bengals have notified @DrewJRosenhaus that they are tendering restricted free agent offensive lineman Fred Johnson at $2.433 million.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 14, 2022

Panthers, Saints to meet with QB Watson in next 2 days

NFC South rivals the Carolina Panthers and New Orleans Saints will meet with Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson over the next 48 hours, a league source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Houston can agree to a trade at any time, but it could not be made official until the new league year starts at 4 p.m. on Wednesday.

OL Larsen expected to sign with Washington

OL Tyler Larsen expected to sign a contract with Washington today, per source. Larsen injured his Achilles last season, but was a valuable backup C.

— John Keim (@john_keim) March 14, 2022

Falcons, LT Matthews agree to three-year extension

The Falcons are securing their starting left tackle, Jake Matthews, for the foreseeable future, having agreed to terms on a three-year contract extension, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. The extension will pay Matthews more than $18 million per season, the source told Fowler. The news was first reported by NFL Network.

Packers release LB Smith and G Turner

The Packers are releasing Za'Darius Smith and Billy Turner. The release of Smith saves the Packers $15.75 million in salary-cap space. The Turner move will save them $3.142 million in cap space immediately or $5.8 million if they designate him a post-June 1 release.

Bills sign C Morse to lower two-year extension

The Bills are signing center Mitch Morse to a two-year, $19.5 million extension. This deal lowers his $11.25 million cap hit for 2022 to $9 million. The extension includes $12 million guaranteed and a $7.5 million signing bonus.

• Getzenberg: Analysis of every Bills signing

Packers sign pass-rusher Smith to 4-year extension

Preston Smith, who had one year and $12.5 million left on his existing deal, signed a four-year, $52.5 million extension, a source told ESPN. Smith will make $25 million over the next two seasons with the chance to earn $31 million with incentives in 2022 and 2023 combined.

Bills add cap space, release OT Williams

The Bills release Daryl Williams and open over $6 million in cap space in the process.

Patriots, Hoyer agree to two-year deal

Veteran quarterback Brian Hoyer has reached agreement on a two-year contract to return to the New England Patriots, his agent confirmed. The deal is worth $4 million with $3 million guaranteed and incentives, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

• Reiss: Analysis of every Patriots signing

MARCH 13

Center Jensen agrees to three-year deal to return to Buccaneers

Center Ryan Jensen has agreed to a three-year deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, his agent, Mike McCartney, announced Sunday night. The deal is worth $39 million and includes $23 million guaranteed, a source told ESPN's Jenna Laine.

• Grades: How did the Buccaneers do?

Brady says he's returning as Buccaneers' QB next season

Tom Brady's retirement lasted 40 days. Brady said Sunday he is returning to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for his 23rd season in the NFL. The seven-time Super Bowl champion announced his decision on Twitter and Instagram, saying he has "unfinished business."

Vikings' Cousins gets $35 million extension

The Minnesota Vikings on Sunday agreed to terms on a new contract with quarterback Kirk Cousins, the team announced, giving him an immediate raise and also fully guaranteeing an additional season in 2023 to help alleviate their tight salary cap. The deal ensures that Cousins will remain the Vikings' quarterback as the franchise begins a new era with general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and coach Kevin O'Connell.

Cardinals, TE Ertz agree to new three-year pact

Tight end Zach Ertz, traded to the Arizona Cardinals from the Philadelphia Eagles last season, agreed to terms on a three-year contract to stay with his new club, the team announced Sunday night. The deal is worth $31.65 million with $17.5 million guaranteed, a source told ESPN. Ertz wanted to stay in Arizona and quickly received his wish, at $10.55 million per year.

• Grades: How did the Cardinals do?

• Weinfuss: Analysis of every Cardinals signing

Cowboys keeping WR Gallup with $62.5 million deal

The Dallas Cowboys have finalized a five-year, $62.5 million deal with wide receiver Michael Gallup, according to sources. The deal includes a $10 million signing bonus.

• Grades: How did the Cowboys do?

• Archer: Analysis of every Cowboys signing

Bills bringing back WR McKenzie on two-year deal

Wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie, who was set to become an unrestricted free agent this week, agreed to terms on a new two-year deal to stay with the Buffalo Bills.

• Getzenberg: Analysis of every Bills signing

Safety McCourty returning to Patriots for 13th season

Safety Devin McCourty is returning to the New England Patriots for his 13th season, and he announced the news on Sunday in a unique way. The deal is for one year and will pay McCourty $9 million, a source told ESPN.

• Grades: How did the Patriots do?

MARCH 12

Cowboys to trade Cooper to Browns

The Dallas Cowboys agreed to trade wide receiver Amari Cooper and a sixth-round pick to the Cleveland Browns for a 2022 fifth-round pick and a sixth-round pick, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Saturday.

• Grades: How did the Cowboys, Browns do?

Falcons trim Ryan's record cap hit down to $37M

The Atlanta Falcons are restructuring quarterback Matt Ryan's contract, lowering the $48,662,500 cap hit he was initially going to be at for the 2022 season by $12 million, according to Roster Management System. The team converted $7.5 million of his base salary and a $7.5 million roster bonus that was initially due next week into a signing bonus to spread it out over more years, which will give the Falcons more room to play with. Ryan's new cap number for 2022 is $36,662,500, and his new base salary is $8.75 million.

MARCH 11

Martinez reworks deal, saves Giants $6 million

New York Giants starting middle linebacker Blake Martinez will return for the 2022 season after agreeing Friday to a reworked contract, a source told ESPN.

Texans QB Watson won't face criminal charges

A grand jury on Friday declined to indict Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson following a police investigation sparked by lawsuits filed by 22 women who have accused him of harassment and sexual assault.

Raiders lock up DE Crosby on four-year, $95 million deal

Maxx Crosby agreed to a multiyear extension with the Raiders on Friday. It is a four-year, $98.98 million deal with $95 million in new money and $53 million guaranteed, according to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter.

Cowboys move on from K Zuerlein, TE Jarwin

The Dallas Cowboys have released kicker Greg Zuerlein and tight end Blake Jarwin, freeing up around $5 million and putting them under the salary cap before the start of the league year next week.

Eagles make Kelce highest-paid center

The Philadelphia Eagles and Jason Kelce have agreed to a new $14 million contract, a source confirmed, making him the highest-paid center in the league. Kelce, who had been mulling retirement, announced Thursday he would be returning for his 12th NFL season.

• Grades: How did the Eagles do?

RB Cohen to be released by Bears

The Chicago Bears are releasing running back Tarik Cohen with an injury designation, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Texans signing LB Kirksey to extension

The Houston Texans are signing linebacker Christian Kirksey to a two-year extension, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler on Friday.

MARCH 10

Bears set to trade Mack to Chargers

The Chicago Bears are finalizing a trade that will send six-time Pro-Bowl defensive end Khalil Mack to the Los Angeles Chargers, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. The Chargers are expected to send their 2022 second-round draft pick and their sixth-round pick in 2023 to the Bears in return for the 31-year-old Mack, a source said.

• Grades: How did the Bears, Chargers do?

Receiver Shepard reworks deal, staying with Giants

New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard is returning on a reworked one-year deal, a source told ESPN. The team's longest-tenured player wanted to return. He was previously signed through 2023. Shepard, 29, was set to make $8.5 million in the 2022 season coming off a torn Achilles in his left leg. He suffered the injury while trying to make a cut in a December loss to the Dallas Cowboys.

Commanders expected to release safety Collins in salary-cap move

The Washington Commanders are expected to release veteran safety Landon Collins, creating more salary-cap space but costing them a valuable defender, a source told ESPN. Collins, who had three years left on his contract, was scheduled to count $16.2 million against the salary cap this season. His release will save Washington $6.6 million against the cap, but he will still count $9.6 million in dead money. According to a source, Washington had tried to work out a deal to lower his cap number.

Titans release Pro Bowl guard Saffold in salary-cap move, save $10.4 million

The Tennessee Titans announced the release of Pro Bowl guard Rodger Saffold. Saffold signed a four-year, $44 million contract with the Titans in 2019. He was due a $1 million roster bonus at the end of this week. Releasing Saffold will save $10.4 million in salary-cap space for the Titans. He was set to hold a $12.8 million cap number this season if he wasn't released.

Lions tell outside linebacker Flowers he will be released next week

The Detroit Lions have informed outside linebacker Trey Flowers that he will be released next week when the league year starts, a source told ESPN. In a tweet Thursday, Flowers wrote: "Truly grateful for the love and the lessons!!" In 2019, the Lions made the two-time Super Bowl champion one of the richest defensive players in football with a $90 million deal over five years with $56 million guaranteed, but Flowers couldn't stay healthy over the past two seasons.

MARCH 9

Commanders trading for Colts QB Wentz

The Indianapolis Colts are trading quarterback Carson Wentz to the Washington Commanders for a package of picks, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. The Colts will receive the Commanders' third-round picks in 2022 and 2023, sources said. The 2023 third-rounder can become a second-round pick if Wentz plays 70% of Washington's snaps. The teams also swapped second-round picks in 2022, with the Colts moving up from No. 47 overall to No. 42. Sources told Schefter that Washington will pay the full $28 million due to Wentz for the 2022 season, including a $5 million roster bonus due next week.

• Grades: How did the Commanders, Colts do?

• Keim: Wentz upgrades Commanders' QB room but has plenty to prove

• Wells: After trade, Colts are back to square one at QB -- again

Cardinals release starting inside linebacker Hicks

The Arizona Cardinals released veteran linebacker Jordan Hicks. Hicks, 29, played at a high level last season, registering 116 tackles and four sacks, but the Cardinals are making the move to give fellow inside linebacker Zaven Collins, drafted in the first round last year, more playing time.

Former Steelers, Ravens offensive tackle Villanueva says he's retiring after seven NFL seasons

Offensive tackle Alejandro Villanueva announced his retirement after seven NFL seasons, which followed his time serving in the U.S. Army. Villanueva, 33, reached two Pro Bowls as a left tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers, protecting Ben Roethlisberger's blind side for six years. But Villanueva decided to call it quits after his one disappointing season in Baltimore. He struggled to replace injured All-Pro left tackle Ronnie Stanley, allowing an NFL-worst 17 sacks last season.

MARCH 8

Seahawks agree to trade QB Wilson to Broncos, get three players, picks

After weeks of negotiations, in one of the biggest trades in NFL history, the Broncos agreed to send a significant package of players and draft picks to the Seahawks in exchange for Super Bowl-winning quarterback Russell Wilson, sources told ESPN. The Broncos agreed to trade quarterback Drew Lock, tight end Noah Fant, defensive lineman Shelby Harris, two first-round picks, two second-round picks and a fifth-round pick to the Seahawks for Wilson and a fourth-round pick, sources said.

• Grades: How did the Seahawks, Broncos do?

• Legwold: Broncos go all-in to get Russell Wilson -- but with a little pragmatism on the side

• Anderson: Russell Wilson, Bobby Wagner leave Seahawks with legacy of triumph, reliability

Seahawks releasing longtime defensive captain Wagner

A franchise-altering day for the Seahawks continued Tuesday evening with the team informing All-Pro linebacker Bobby Wagner that he is being released, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. The news came hours after Schefter's report that the Seahawks have agreed to trade quarterback Russell Wilson to the Denver Broncos. The two franchise cornerstones who were drafted on the same day in 2012 now depart Seattle on the same day 10 years later. In releasing Wagner, the Seahawks are moving on from their longtime defensive captain and another player who was among the most impactful in franchise history. The Wagner move will save the Seahawks $16.6 million in cash and salary-cap space while leaving a massive hole in the middle of their defense.

Titans sign OLB Landry to 5-year, $87.5M contract

The Tennessee Titans managed to get a long-term deal done with Harold Landry, announcing that they've agreed to terms on a multiyear contract with the outside linebacker. The team didn't reveal financial terms, but a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter that it's a five-year, $87.5 million contract that includes $52.5 million guaranteed. The deal came hours after the deadline to place the franchise tag on potential free agents. Landry, 25, is coming off of his best season with the Titans.

• Grades: How did the Titans do?

Rodgers returning to play for Packers

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers is not done with the Green Bay Packers just yet, and now there really is a chance the four-time NFL MVP will finish his career in the same place it started. Rodgers announced Tuesday on Twitter that he will return to the Packers for the 2022 season. The sides are working on a new contract that would lower his salary-cap figure for the 2022 season while giving Rodgers, 38, contractual clarity well into his 40s. Rodgers, however, said a deal had not yet been signed or agreed upon.

• Demovsky: Rodgers' return keeps Packers' title window open, but it's just the first step

Chargers agree to 3-year, $60M deal with WR Williams

The Los Angeles Chargers and wide receiver Mike Williams have reached agreement on a multiyear deal, the team announced. The contract is worth $60 million over three years and includes $40 million guaranteed and $28 million in Year 1, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Williams made a base salary of $15.68 million last season after the Chargers picked up his fifth-year option.

• Grades: How did the Chargers do?

Cowboys rework Prescott, Martin deals; create $22M-plus in cap room

The Cowboys restructured the contracts of quarterback Dak Prescott and guard Zack Martin, creating more than $22 million in cap room, the team announced. The Prescott move was already planned when he signed his big deal last year. The Cowboys added two voidable years to Martin's contract to allow them the chance to get more space this year. Prescott had a salary-cap figure of $34.45 million, and Martin's cap number was $20.191 million.

MARCH 7

NFL suspends Falcons WR Ridley for at least 2022 season for betting on games

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley has been suspended for at least the 2022 season after gambling on games in 2021. The NFL released a statement announcing his suspension, saying Ridley gambled on NFL games over a five-day stretch in November 2021 when he was on the non-football injury list to address his mental health. Ridley stepped away from football on Halloween, saying he needed to get his personal life in order.

• Rothstein: Ridley's time with Falcons likely will end with gambling suspension

FEB.27

Buccaneers Pro Bowl guard Marpet retires at age 28

In a shocking move, Buccaneers Pro Bowl left guard Ali Marpet is retiring, he announced on Instagram. Marpet is just 28 and finished off his first Pro Bowl season. He is considered arguably one of the top -- if not the top -- Buccaneers offensive linemen. A source told ESPN that Marpet made the decision over concerns for his overall health.