Keep scrolling for the latest news and rumors from across the league in NFL free agency…

Fletcher Cox released

Another star player is hitting the open market. The Eagles are releasing Fletcher Cox, according to

Fletcher Cox was released by the #Eagles with a post-June 1 designation, sources say. At 4p, $18 million would have become fully guaranteed. Cox is now a free agent but the team and his representatives continue to have discussions about a possible return.

— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 17, 2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mike Garafolo. Cox was a four-time All-Pro in 10 seasons in Philly. The Eagles have three draft picks in the top 20, could they now be a landing spot for star Georgia DT Jordan Davis?

Giants release Logan Ryan

The New York Giants are parting ways with defensive back Logan Ryan, according to

Thank You NY ❤️ Captain Log Out 🤙🏾 pic.twitter.com/Pl6m2Y3nJC

— Logan Ryan (@RealLoganRyan) March 17, 2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener">a tweet from Ryan himself. The 31-year-old was drafted by the Patriots in 2013 and played four seasons in New England. He was with Joe Judge in New York in 2020 as well. Given the Patriots’ needs in the secondary, he could be a candidate to return.

Za’Darius Smith changes his mind

Za’Darius Smith has become the latest free agent to change course after “agreeing” to a deal. According to

Plot twist: Former #Packers pass-rusher Za'Darius Smith is not signing his deal with the #Ravens after all, sources say. He remains a free agent.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ian Rapoport, Smith is NOT signing with the Ravens. No new team yet, though. Smith is back on the open market.

Patriots signing RB Ty Montgomery

The Patriots are adding a pass-catching running back to their free-agent class. According to

I'm told RB Ty Montgomery is agreeing to a 2-year deal worth up to $4M with the #Patriots, per league source.

— JosinaAnderson (@JosinaAnderson) March 17, 2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Josina Anderson, they’ve agreed to a two-year deal worth up to $4 million with RB Ty Montgomery.

Montgomery, 29 entered the league as a wide receiver, the position he played at Stanford, but by year two was getting more carries than targets. He hasn’t approached his career-high 121 touches in 2016 since that season, and had only 31 total touches in 14 games with the Saints in 2021.

However, Montgomery also has experience as a kick returner. He has 57 career kick returns with an average of 22.4 yards per return. The Patriots will be his fifth team, after the Packers, Jets, Ravens, and Saints.

Montgomery could be the Patriots’ primary choice on kick returns and provide insurance for the recently re-signed James White. Bill Belichick certainly must love his versatility.

Cowboys release La’El Collins

The Dallas Cowboys could not find a trade partner for tackle La’El Collins, and will release him on Thursday, making him a free agent.

The Cowboys will release La'el Collins today, per source. Expected to be a post-June 1 cut, saves $10 million. No trade but Collins will have a good market once he's free to sign.

— Todd Archer (@toddarcher) March 17, 2022?s=21" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Todd Archer reported it first on Twitter. New England was rumored to be exploring a possible trade for Collins, but according to

Source: The #Patriots are not expected to sign Dallas OL La'El Collins, who will soon become a free agent.

What are their odds right now?

Source: "Zero. None."

— Andrew Callahan (@_AndrewCallahan) March 17, 2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald, there’s “zero” chance they will sign him off the open market.

Falcons add Casey Hayward

The Atlanta Falcons have taken another good veteran cornerback off the market. They’re signing former Chargers and Raiders CB Casey Hayward to a two-year deal worth $11 million, according to

The #Falcons are signing CB Casey Hayward to a 2-year, $11M contract, source said. Some key veteran help in the secondary.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ian Rapoport.

Bills release Cole Beasley

You’d think the Von Miller signing would lead to some casualties on the Buffalo Bills’ roster. One of them is receiver Cole Beasley, who was released Thursday, according to

The #Bills are releasing WR Cole Beasley today, sources say.

— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 17, 2022?s=21" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mike Garafolo. Beasley certainly seems like a fit for the Patriots as a traditional slot receiver.

Patriots interested in CB Justin Coleman

The Patriots aren’t done looking at cornerbacks after the signing of Terrance Mitchell. According to

According to a source, the Patriots are showing interest in Justin Coleman.

Coleman would add more depth at cornerback. They could use that. This isn't a surprise since he's played for the Pats and several Patriots coaches (Patricia, Flores and Boyer)https://t.co/dbqZITOj6X pic.twitter.com/FezOCqMRqp

— Mark Daniels (@ByMarkDaniels) March 17, 2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mark Daniels, they’re also showing interest in a former Patriot, cornerback Justin Coleman. This move would certainly make sense, since the Patriots could use a little familiarity along with veteran depth. Coleman played for the Patriots from 2015-16, and also with Matt Patricia in Detroit from 2019-20.

Patriots looking at positions of need

According to

The Patriots have been checking in on offensive tackles (interest La’el Collins, for one), wide receivers and cornerbacks, per sources. They added CB Terrance Mitchell, but their work isn’t done adding veteran players.

— Doug Kyed (@DougKyed) March 17, 2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Doug Kyed of Pro Football Focus, the Patriots are still looking at free agents at positions of need, and ones easy to predict: wide receivers, cornerbacks, and tackles. They’ve already signed journeyman CB Terrance Mitchell to a one-year deal, but Kyed reports that “their work isn’t done adding veteran players.”

At tackle, they’ve already been reported to be exploring a trade for the Cowboys’ La’El Collins. They’ve also been linked to Allen Robinson at receiver.

Commanders sign OG Andrew Norwell

According to Ian Rapoport, the Washington Commanders are signing veteran guard

The Washington #Commanders are expected to sign former #Jaguars and #Panthers guard Andrew Norwell , source said. They are close on a deal. He fills a big void on the offensive line.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Andrew Norwell. Details of the deal have yet to be reported.

Dolphins sign former Niners receiver

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel and receivers coach Wes Welker are reuniting with a familiar face: former 49ers wideout Trent Sherfield is headed to Miami on a one-year deal, as reported by

Former #49ers WR Trent Sherfield to the #Dolphins on a 1 year deal, per source. A reunion with Mike McDaniel and Wes Walker.

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 17, 2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tom Pelissero.

Texans re-sign RB Royce Freeman

According to

The #Texans are bringing back RB Royce Freeman on a 1-year deal. He played 7 games for them last year.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ian Rapoport, the Houston Texans are retaining running back Royce Freeman on a one-year deal. Freeman played seven games for the Texans in 2021 after being claimed off waivers.

Jets add to their pass rush

According to

The #Jets have added pass-rush, signing former #Texans pass-rusher Jacob Martin to a 3-year, $13.5M extension with more available in incentives. He gets $6M guaranteed.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ian Rapoport, the New York Jets agreed to a three-year deal worth $13.5 million with former Texans edge rusher Jacob Martin. The deal includes $6 million guaranteed.