NFL Teams Reshape Rosters Ahead of 2025 Free Agency
Major player releases and contract extensions highlight the lead-up to the league’s free agency period opening March 10.
- The Los Angeles Chargers released five-time Pro Bowl defensive end Joey Bosa, saving approximately $25.3 million in cap space.
- The Philadelphia Eagles re-signed linebacker Zack Baun to a three-year, $51 million deal and gave running back Saquon Barkley a record-setting two-year, $41.2 million extension with $36 million guaranteed.
- The Las Vegas Raiders extended defensive end Maxx Crosby for three years at $106.5 million, with $91.5 million guaranteed, and signed offensive lineman Alex Cappa to an undisclosed deal.
- The Seattle Seahawks released several players, including wide receiver Tyler Lockett, saving $17 million in cap space, and defensive tackle Dre'Mont Jones, saving $14.1 million.
- The Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Sam Hubbard announced his retirement, leaving the team with a vacancy on their defensive line.