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Which NFL teams have improved the most in free agency? Five rosters that made the best moves

We picked out the teams that took the biggest steps forward this week through their signings and other moves -- including the 49ers.

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Live tracking NFL free agency: Updates on signings, trades, cuts

We're following NFL free agency signings, trades, cuts, contract restructures and other moves as they happen.

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    NFL NATION

    Steelers' offseason moves hint at Mike McCarthy's offensive plan

    Pittsburgh's additions of Michael Pittman Jr. and Rico Dowdle portend a "physical, run-first offense" in 2026.

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    Saints ushering in a new, younger era under Kellen Moore

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    REACTION TO OFFSEASON MOVES

    What Kyler Murray signing means for Vikings, J.J. McCarthy -- and Justin Jefferson's fantasy value

    Will Murray resurrect his career and boost the Vikings' offense after being released by the Cardinals?

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    New and improved Baltimore Giants? How Isaiah Likely reshapes New York's offense

    Signing four former-Ravens kick-starts the transformation of the Baltimore Giants, commanded by John Harbaugh.

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    2026 NFL DRAFT

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    Latest mini NFL mock draft: Yates projects picks 1-10 based on the free agency frenzy

    How has NFL free agency affected 2026 draft plans? Here are Field Yates' updated predictions for picks Nos. 1-10 after the first wave of deals.

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    Reid's updated NFL draft QB Hot Board: Strengths and weaknesses for the top passers

    Who are the best quarterbacks in the 2026 class? We sized up the top 12, starting with Fernando Mendoza.

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    'IT FEELS LIKE IT'S A BOYS' CLUB'

    Tension builds ahead of NFLPA leadership vote

    NFL Players Association representatives are set to vote on a successor to disgraced former leader Lloyd Howell.

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    BETTING ON THE NFL

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    FANTASY FOOTBALL

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    Your one-stop shop for fantasy football reaction to all the key player movement via free agency and trades.

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    Murray gets a fresh opportunity in Minnesota. What will it mean for the QB and Justin Jefferson, his new top target?

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