Eagles Boost Defense, Top NFC Contenders

0:00It's March 24th. This is NFL News Today, AI-powered stories shaping the season. The 2026 NFL Free Agency period got underway on March 11th, but most big deals happened earlier during the legal tampering window on March 9th and 10th. The Philadelphia Eagles made waves by signing cornerback Rick Wullen on day 2, bolstering their defense after losing some key starters. They locked in defensive tackle Jordan Davis with a $3-year, $78 million contract extension. Dallas Gator also returned on a one-year deal, and the team rewrote Michael Carter the second contract to free up room. Fans and analysts are buzzing about the departures, including linebacker, Nicobie Dean to the Raiders, safety-read blankenship to the Texans and others. Like Jalen Phillips, Adderie Jackson, and the Dotson Brothers heading elsewhere. Still, General Manager Howie Roseman is pushing extensions for stars like Jalen Carter and Nolan Smith to build long-term.

1:00Now, after these moves, the Eagles sit with $32.9 million in salary cap space, ranking in the top seven behind teams like the Titans, Commanders, and Chargers. That gives them flexibility heading into the second wave of free agency. With the NFL draft coming up next month in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, looks well positioned to add more talent and keep contending in the NFC.