Another reminder. The official start of free agency begins at 4:00 ET on March 11. Two days earlier on March 9, players headed towards free agency can talk with clubs other than their own. And March 3 marks the deadline for organizations to designate a “franchise” or “transition” player.
Last week, Zachary Pereles of CBS Sports took a look at all 32 NFL teams and chose a player whose contract expires next month, and suggested that the franchise hold onto him.
During the 2025 offseason, Los Angeles Chargers’ general manager Joe Hortiz did pretty well when it came to veteran acquisitions. While the addition of guard Mekhi Becton wound up being a disappointment, he hit a home run with the signing of cornerback Donte Jackson. He also brought back wide receiver Keenan Allen, who led the club with 81 receptions.
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