NFL free agency frenzy

March 15, 2023
After a flurry of rumors and cryptic tweets, NFL free agency begins today at 4 p.m. ET, officially opening the trading period.
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NFL free agency frenzy
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The GIST: After a flurry of rumors and cryptic tweets, NFL free agency begins today at 4 p.m. ET, officially opening the chamber of secrets trading period. Just when you thought the madness was limited to college hoops…

Aaron Rodgers: The longtime Green Bay Packers quarterback (QB) is once again the drama. Rodgers has been heavily linked to the NY Jets — so heavily that one Monday report indicated the four-time MVP was Big Apple bound — but nothing’s officially official just yet, and Rodgers seems to be soaking up every minute in the spotlight.

Elsewhere: There’ve been plenty of other massive moves in the last few days. The Las Vegas Raiders inked former San Francisco 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo to a three-year contract, filling the void left by disgruntled ex–QB Derek Carr. But Vegas dealt stars too, trading standout tight end and WNBA star Kelsey Plum’s hubby Darren Waller to the NY Giants.

  • When it comes to defensive deals, All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey made the biggest splash, joining the Miami Dolphins after winning a Super Bowl with the LA Rams.