NFL free agency is almost set to begin, and we're keeping track of every major signing, trade and release of the 2025 offseason, with analysis from our NFL Nation reporters and grades from our experts.

March 9: Jamien Sherwood was a backup going into the 2024 season for the Jets. A year later, and with a team MVP award under his belt, he just became one of the five highest-paid linebackers in the NFL after agreeing to re-sign with the Jets for $45 million ($30 million of it guaranteed) on a three-year deal.

NFL free agency officially began with the new league year kicking off at 4 p.m. ET on Wednesday. There were plenty of moves made during the legal tampering period on Monday and Tuesday, but those deals were basically handshake agreements.

Welcome to The Athletic's live coverage of the 2025 free agency period. From the latest news to signings, blockbuster trades and more, The Athletic's NFL reporters have you covered. New Seahawks defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence appeared to take a swipe at the Dallas Cowboys,

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers has parted ways with the New York Jets and is now a free agent for the first time in his career. NBC News' Steve Patterson reports on his prospects and the three-way race shaping up for teams hoping to sign him.

Aaron Rodgers has figuratively not been on the New York Jets for a few weeks. Now he is not on the team in any capacity. The Jets made it known in February that the 41-year-old would not be returning to play in New York in 2025.

The New York Jets officially parted ways with quarterback Aaron Rodgers with an official release Wednesday. Here's what to know: