Who signed where? NFL players who joined new teams ahead of the 2026 season
In an electrifying 2026 offseason, several NFL stars have altered their team trajectories from square one. Quarterbacks Tua Tagovailoa and Justin Fields are the latest to don new uniforms. Among wide receivers, both A.J. Brown and Stefon Diggs have switched allegiances. Defensive legend Myles Garrett now aims for glory with different squad, reflecting a broader trend of running backs, and…
The NFL experienced several roster changes ahead of the 2026 season. Miami Dolphins' quarterback Tua Tagovailoa joined the Atlanta Falcons, while Jets' quarterback Justin Fields moved to Kansas City to replace Patrick Mahomes. Kirk Cousins switched from the Falcons to the Las Vegas Raiders, joining new Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza. Kyler Murray moved from Arizona Cardinals to Minnesota Vikings, where he will join J.J. McCarthy.
Mitchell Trubisky left Buffalo Bills for Tennessee Titans, where they have rookie Cameron Ward. Geno Smith was traded from Raiders to New York Jets. Tyrod Taylor moved from Jets to Green Bay Packers to back up Jordan Love, after Malik Willis left for Miami Dolphins. Patrick Mahomes' backup Gardner Minshew moved to Arizona Cardinals, along with Carson Beck and Jacoby Brissett. Aaron Rodgers returned for second stint with Pittsburgh Steelers, stating it's his last.
Jake Haener moved from New Orleans Saints to Kansas City Chiefs in February 2026, but was waived in May 2026, then signed by New York Giants in August 2026. In wide receiver market, Jaylen Waddle was traded from Miami Dolphins to Denver Broncos, alongside Courtland Sutton for Bo Nix. A.J. Brown was traded from Eagles to New England Patriots, while Braxston Berrios left Houston Texans for New York Giants, and Christian Kirk moved from Texans to San Francisco 49ers.
Christian Kirk will join Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, and Michael Pittman Jr. with Pittsburgh Steelers. JuJu Smith-Schuster signed with New York Giants before being cut, but returned for running back Najee Harris. Stefon Diggs moved from New England Patriots to Washington Commanders. Keenan Allen signed with Indianapolis Colts after one year with Los Angeles Chargers. Buffalo Bills traded DJ Moore to Chicago Bears.
Defensive stars found new homes for the 2026 season. Myles Garrett moved to Los Angeles Rams, Myles' desire for Super Bowl win is evident. Maxx Crosby was almost traded from Raiders to Ravens, but a failed physical canceled the move. Trey Hendrickson joined Lamar Jackson's team from Cincinnati Bengals. Von Miller joined Dallas Cowboys, fulfilling his childhood dream. Boogie Basham joined DC Defenders of United Football League, and later Washington Commanders. Bradley Chubb moved to Buffalo Bills.
Offensive stars also changed teams. Kenneth Walker III moved to Kansas City Chiefs from Seattle Seahawks. Najee Harris joined New York Giants after leaving Los Angeles Chargers due to Achilles tear. Travis Etienne Jr. signed a massive deal with New Orleans Saints. David Montgomery left Detroit Lions for Houston Texans. Rico Dowdle moved from Carolina Panthers to Pittsburgh Steelers.
Kenny Gainwell joined Tampa Bay Buccaneers, while Chris Rodriguez Jr. moved to Jacksonville Jaguars. Jordan Mims signed with Minnesota Vikings, but was waived and later joined Philadelphia Eagles.
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