It’s shaping up to be a big offseason for NFL quarterback movement.
While there might not be a ton of quarterbacks taken at the top of the 2026 NFL Draft, save for Fernando Mendoza, there could be some serious movement in free agency and the trade market.
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ESPN has been hearing about a lot of potential moves.
“The combine is traditionally a major event for NFL offseason news, so it’s a great source for gathering intel. National reporters Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano spent the week talking to execs, coaches, agents, scouts, players and other team sources to learn more about what could happen in the coming weeks,” ESPN wrote.
“What could teams such as Arizona, Miami, Minnesota and Indianapolis do at quarterback? What’s the latest on possible A.J. Brown or Maxx Crosby trades? What might a few teams that surprisingly came up short of the playoffs last season do this offseason to get back on top? And who are the most interesting sleeper free agents to watch for big money? Here’s everything we heard in Indy.”
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Dec 21, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images© Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images.
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There are several notable quarterbacks that could be on the move this offseason. In fact, five big-name, highly-paid quarterbacks could be traded or released.
5 veteran NFL quarterbacks could be on the move
There are five big-name, highly-paid quarterbacks that could be on the move in the coming days.
Tua Tagovailoa ($54M gtd)
Kyler Murray ($36.8M gtd)
“There is a potential scenario this offseason where up to 5 veteran QBs with guaranteed money already in 2026 could be released, and as a result, their next contract with a new team could be for the minimum ($1.3M),” Ari Meirov shared.
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“In a league with a salary cap of over $300M, having a QB on a $1.3M contract while building out the rest of the roster could be intriguing to some teams.”
It could be an eventful offseason, that’s clear.
This story was originally published by The Spun on Mar 2, 2026, where it first appeared in the NFL section. Add The Spun as a Preferred Source by clicking here.