Trending Now - Jets Free Agency Updates Include Player Reactions and Signings
WHO:
New York Jets
President Trump (mentioned in context of sports coverage)
Breece Hall, running back for the New York Jets
Minkah Fitzpatrick, defensive back acquired from the Miami Dolphins
Demario Davis, linebacker returning to the Jets
Joseph Ossai, defensive end acquired from the Cincinnati Bengals
Aaron Glenn, coach of the New York Jets
WHAT:
The Jets traded for Minkah Fitzpatrick and agreed to a three-year, $40 million contract.
The Jets signed Demario Davis to a two-year, $22 million contract, with $15 million guaranteed.
The Jets signed Joseph Ossai to a three-year, $34.5 million contract, with $22.5 million guaranteed.
The Jets signed Kingsley Enagbare to a one-year, $10 million contract.
Breece Hall was placed under a nonexclusive franchise tag, allowing him to negotiate with other teams while giving the Jets first refusal rights.
Hall rushed for 1,065 yards and four touchdowns in the 2025 season.
Hall has played 56 games across four seasons, rushing for 3,398 yards and 18 touchdowns.
WHERE:
Florham Park, New Jersey (location of the Jets' facility)
New Orleans, Louisiana (where Demario Davis and Aaron Glenn previously worked together)
Cincinnati, Ohio (where Joseph Ossai played for the Bengals)
WHEN:
The new league year begins on March 11th, 2026, at 4 p.m. ET.
The first round of the 2026 NFL draft begins on April 23rd, 2026.
Breece Hall's deadline to reach a long-term agreement is July 15th, 2026.
WHY:
The Jets are addressing weaknesses in their defense, particularly in run defense and pass rush, after finishing 29th in run defense and recording the second-fewest sacks in the previous season.
HOW:
The Jets are utilizing free agency to acquire players through trades and contracts to strengthen their roster for the upcoming season.
(UPDATED March 9, 2026 23:13 UTC)
The New York Jets are making significant moves to bolster their roster ahead of the new league year, trading for Minkah Fitzpatrick and signing Demario Davis and Joseph Ossai to multi-million dollar contracts. Breece Hall has been placed under a nonexclusive franchise tag, allowing him to negotiate with other teams while the Jets retain first refusal rights, after a solid season where he rushed for over 1,000 yards. With the new league year starting on March 11, the Jets are focused on addressing their defensive weaknesses, particularly in run defense and pass rush, as they prepare for the upcoming season.