Title: LIVE – Free Agency: All the Movements from Tuesday, March 11
As the NFL’s free agency period kicked off on Tuesday, March 11, several teams made significant moves to bolster their rosters for the upcoming season. Here’s a comprehensive look at all the major transactions that took place on this eventful day.
1. Denver Broncos Sign Aqib Talib
The Denver Broncos made one of the biggest splashes of the day by signing former New England Patriots cornerback Aqib Talib to a six-year, $57 million contract. Talib, a Pro Bowler in 2013, is expected to significantly upgrade a Broncos secondary that struggled at times last season.
2. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Land Alterraun Verner
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers continued their aggressive overhaul of their roster by signing former Tennessee Titans cornerback Alterraun Verner. Verner, who made his first Pro Bowl last season, agreed to a four-year deal worth $26.5 million.
3. Indianapolis Colts Secure Arthur Jones
The Indianapolis Colts strengthened their defensive line by signing former Baltimore Ravens defensive end Arthur Jones. Jones, who had a career-high 4.0 sacks last season, agreed to a five-year deal worth $33 million.
4. New York Giants Add Geoff Schwartz
The New York Giants addressed a major need on their offensive line by signing former Kansas City Chiefs guard Geoff Schwartz. Schwartz, considered one of the top guards available in free agency, agreed to a four-year deal.
5. Oakland Raiders Acquire Rodger Saffold
The Oakland Raiders made a surprising move by signing former St. Louis Rams offensive tackle Rodger Saffold. Saffold, who has struggled with injuries throughout his career, agreed to a five-year deal worth $42.5 million.
6. Miami Dolphins Sign Branden Albert
The Miami Dolphins filled a major need on their offensive line by signing former Kansas City Chiefs tackle Branden Albert. Albert, a Pro Bowler in 2013, agreed to a five-year deal worth $46 million.
7. Atlanta Falcons Secure Paul Soliai
The Atlanta Falcons bolstered their defensive line by signing former Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Paul Soliai. Soliai, a Pro Bowler in 2011, agreed to a five-year deal worth $33 million.
8. San Francisco 49ers Re-Sign Anquan Boldin
The San Francisco 49ers ensured that one of their top offensive weapons will return next season by re-signing wide receiver Anquan Boldin. Boldin, who led the 49ers in receiving last season, agreed to a two-year deal worth $12 million.
These are just a few of the major moves that took place on the first day of NFL free agency. As the week progresses, expect more big-name players to change teams as franchises look to improve their rosters for the upcoming season.