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This year’s NFL free agency began with a bang late Sunday night, when quarterback Russell Wilson announced on social media he would join the Pittsburgh Steelers. League sources said it’s a one-year deal. Here are the top deals so far:
RB Derrick Henry agrees to sign with the Ravens
Future Hall-of-Fame running back Derrick Henry agreed to a two-year, $16 million deal with the Baltimore Ravens. The contract could be worth up to $20 million with incentives.
Henry, 30, played eight seasons with the Tennessee Titans, including five years of more than 1,000 rushing yards. His best season came in 2020, when he eclipsed the 2,000-yard mark while being named a first-team All-Pro.
In Baltimore, Henry will take over the lead-back role with Gus Edwards having agreed to a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Chargers.
Grade: A
TE Irv Smith Jr. to sign with the Chiefs
The defending champs are adding depth to their offensive arsenal.
The Chiefs agreed to a one-year deal with tight end Irv Smith Jr. after he spent a season with the Bengals. In that campaign, Smith caught just 18 passes for 115 yards in 12 games.
In Kansas City, Smith will compete for the second spot on the depth chart behind Travis Kelce. His competition is fourth-year man Noah Gray, who played an increased role down the stretch in 2023. Gray hauled in 28 passes for 305 yards, giving him the edge in this battle.
Grade: C
WR Darnell Mooney to sign with the Falcons
After four years with the Bears, Darnell Mooney is headed south for big money.
He agreed to sign a three-year deal worth $33 million, including $22 million guaranteed. In essence, it’s a two-year pact with a team option on the back end.
At 26 years old, Mooney is an intriguing player. After recording more than 1,000 yards in his second season, he’s yet to eclipse 500 yards since. With the Falcons, he’ll be surrounded by the best skill-position talent of his career, including new quarterback Kirk Cousins, running back Bijan Robinson, tight end Kyle Pitts and receiver Drake London.
However, it’s a good bit of change for a player who hasn’t done much the past two seasons. If he gets on track, though, it could also be a steal.
Grade: C+
RB Joe Mixon traded to the Texans
The Cincinnati Bengals are moving on from longtime running back Joe Mixon, but not in the expected way.
Instead of being released, Mixon was dealt to the Houston Texans on Tuesday morning for undisclosed compensation. Mixon, 27, rushed for 1,034 yards in 2023, proving his legs are still capable even if they’re not as explosive as previous years.
For Houston, it’s a smart move. The Texans needed a new starting back after losing Devin Singletary to the New York Giants in free agency. This also keeps Dameon Pierce in a reserve role, providing depth at the position.
And for Cincinnati, the Bengals got younger and cheaper with the signing of Zack Moss, while getting a return for a player who was getting cut. A win-win.
Bengals grade: A
Texans grade: A-
