NFL Player News
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AJ Dillon RB | CAR
Panthers' AJ Dillon: Picked up by Panthers
Dillon agreed to terms Wednesday on a one-year contract with Carolina, Glenn Erby of USA Today reports.
Dillon spent last year handling a depth role for the Eagles, logging 12 carries for 60 yards and three catches for 21 yards across seven regular-season appearances. Now with Carolina, Dillon figures to compete for a reserve role and short-yardage work behind incumbent starter Chuba Hubbard, with Jonathon Brooks (knee) and Trevor Etienne already battling for touches. Dillon lacks a clear path to fantasy relevance for the 2026 campaign.
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James Lynch DT | CHI
Bears' James Lynch: Lands in Chicago
The Bears signed Lynch to a one-year contract Wednesday, Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Lynch played with the Vikings from 2020-23 and with the Titans from 2024-25, and he will now provide interior defensive line depth in Chicago. While suiting up for all 17 regular-season games with Tennessee in 2025, Lynch totaled 25 tackles (14 solo), including a half-sack, plus one pass defensed.
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De'Von Achane RB | MIA
Dolphins' De'Von Achane: Dolphins not listening to offers
Miami has informed teams that have inquired about potentially trading for Achane that the running back is not available, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN reports.
Achane's availability has reportedly been a source of intrigue around the league after the Dolphins traded Jaylen Waddle to the Broncos on Tuesday in exchange for a package including Denver's first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, but it appears Miami views the 24-year-old running back as an offensive centerpiece to build around for new quarterback Malik Willis. New general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan called Achane "a marvelous player" at the NFL Scouting Combine in February and said the team will consider extending him this offseason, as he's entering the final year of his rookie deal. He compiled a career-high 1,838 yards from scrimmage across 16 regular-season appearances in 2025 and scored 12 total touchdowns while handling 305 touches (ninth in the league) despite an undersized frame. Achane has proven himself to be one of the most versatile and efficient running backs in the NFL, so despite the Dolphins' current stance, it won't be surprising if teams around the league continue to call about his potential availability.
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Darnay Holmes CB | ATL
Falcons' Darnay Holmes: Signing with Atlanta
The Falcons are signing Holmes to a one-year contract, NFL reporter Jordan Schultz reports.
Holmes is a veteran of six NFL seasons who spent the past two campaigns with Los Vegas. He played 13 contests in 2025, recording 19 tackles over 173 defensive snaps. Holmes has started only 12 of his 83 career regular-season games and will likely serve as depth in the Falcons' secondary.
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Johnny Hekker P | MIN
Vikings' Johnny Hekker: Moving to Minnesota
Hekker and the Vikings agreed to terms on a contract Tuesday, Lindsey Young of the team's official site reports.
Hekker is a four-time Pro Bowler, though he most recently earned that honor in 2017. He punted for Tennessee last season and averaged 46.8 yards per kick, which ranked 20th in the league among players with at least 25 punts. With Minnesota, he'll replace Ryan Wright, who signed with the Saints earlier in March.
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Spencer Burford OT | LV
Raiders' Spencer Burford: Joining Raiders
Las Vegas has signed Burford to a contract.
After four seasons with San Francisco, Burford is headed to the AFC. The 25-year-old filled a key role on the 49ers' offensive line last year, starting nine of his 11 regular-season games. Burford could compete for a starting role at guard with the Raiders.
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Ryan Van Demark OT | MIN
Bills' Ryan Van Demark: Gets offer sheet from Vikings
Minnesota has signed Van Demark to an offer sheet, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Van Demark is a restricted free agent, so Buffalo will have five days to match the offer. Van Demark started six of the 43 regular-season games in which he appeared over his first three NFL campaigns with the Bills.
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Austin Deculus OT | TEN
Titans' Austin Deculus: Joining Titans
Tennessee and Deculus (oblique) agreed to a contract Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Deculus played for the Chargers last season, starting five of his 13 games during the regular season. The LSU product missed the wild-card round game versus New England due to an oblique issue, but he's presumably past that injury. Deculus should provide depth along the offensive line for the Titans.
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T.J. Bass OT | DAL
Cowboys' T.J. Bass: Signs second-round tender
Bass signed his second-round tender with Dallas on Tuesday, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.
Bass had been a restricted free agent and was tendered by the Cowboys in early March. He could compete for the starting role at left guard in 2026, although competition might still be coming via free agency or the draft.
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D.J. Wonnum LB | DET
Lions' D.J. Wonnum: Links up with Lions
Detroit is signing Wonnum to a one-year contract worth up to $6 million, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Wonnum spent the past two seasons with Carolina following four campaigns with the Vikings. He started 37 of his 39 regular-season games over the past three seasons, recording 15.0 sacks and 10 defensed passes. Wonnum could compete for a starting job with Detroit, though such a role isn't guaranteed.