Patriots 2026 Free Agency Tracker: Signings, Trades, Former Players

Just over a month removed from their 29-13 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX, the start of the 2026 NFL year is within sight for the New England Patriots.

Despite an expectation-shattering performance in 2025, the Pats are eager to turn the page from a 14-3 finish — as well as their deepest playoff run since 2019 — to begin their defense of both divisional and conference titles.

The process will begin with the free agency signing period set to begin on March 11 at 4:00 p.m. ET. In that regard, New England’s brain trust will undoubtedly hit the ground running. According to Patriots salary cap expert Miguel Benzan, the team now is approximately $33.3 million under the NFL’s spending ceiling — seemingly clearing that cap space for a good reason. New England should be expected to upgrade several positions via free agency, including their wide receiver corps, strengthening the offensive line, and adding edge-rushing depth.

As the Patriots begin the process of improving their roster for the upcoming year, keep up-to-date with the latest transactions with Patriots On SI’s Free Agency Tracker

Patriots 2026 Free Agents

QB Tommy DeVito (RFA): The Patriots have agreed to a two-year contract extension with DeVito. The deal has a maximum value of $7.4 million, including $2 million guaranteed.

RB Deneric Prince (ERFA)

FB Jack Westover (ERFA): Patriots are tendering FB/TE Jack Westover, per MassLive. He was an exclusive rights free agent.

TE Austin Hooper (UFA): The Atlanta Falcons are signing tight end Austin Hooper to a one-year, $3.25 million deal, per The Insiders.

OT Vederian Lowe (UFA): The San Francisco 49ers are signing offensive tackle Vederian Lowe to a two-year, $12M max contract with $5.75 million guaranteed, per NFL Network.

OT Thayer Munford Jr. (UFA)

OT Yasir Durant (RFA): The Patriots will not be giving veteran offensive tackle Yasir Durant a contract tender for 2026. Durant was a restricted free agent, but didn't play at all this past season.

DT Khyiris Tonga (UFA): The Kanas City Chiefs have agreed to terms with defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga on a three-year, $21 million deal with $14 million guaranteed, per The Insiders and NFL Network’s Mike Garafalo.

DT Jaquelin Roy (RFA)

DT Isaiah Iton (ERFA): Defensive tackle Isaiah Iton — who missed all season with a hip injury suffered in the preseason — will not receive an exclusive rights free agent tender,

ED K’Lavon Chaisson (UFA): Linebacker/edge rusher K'Lavon Chaisson is signing with the Washington Commanders. The deal is for one-year and $12 million, per NFL Network.

LB Jack Gibbens (RFA): Linebacker Jack Gibbens has signed a two-year deal with the Arizona Cardinals with a base value of $7.5 million, with total guarantees of $4.5 million, per ESPN.

CB Alex Austin (RFA): The Miami Dolphins are signing former Patriots cornerback Alex Austin to a one-year deal, per NFL insider Jordan Schultz.

S Jaylinn Hawkins (UFA): Former Patriots safety Jaylinn Hawkins reached agreement on a two-year deal with the Baltimore Ravens, per ESPN.

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Patriots Free Agency Signings

Kindle Vindor, CB — Former Buccaneers free-agent CB Kindle Vildor is signing a one-year deal with the New England Patriots, per his agents Kevin Conner and Robert Brown of Universal Sports Management. First reported by ESPN.

Julian Hill, TE — New England has signed former Miami Dolphins tight end Julian Hill to a three-year contract, per NFL Network.

Mike Brown, S — The Patriots have agreed to a one-year contract with former Tennessee Titans safety Mike Brown, per NFL Network.

Kevin Byard, S — Three-time Pro Bowl safety Kevin Byard is signing with the Patriots on a one-year, $9 million deal, per NFL Network

K.J. Britt, LB — Former Miami Dolphins linebacker K.J. Britt is signing a one-year deal with the Patriots, per agents Drew Rosenhaus and Robert Bailey.

Romeo Doubs, WR — Wide receiver Romeo Doubs and the New England Patriots have reached agreement on a four-year, $80M deal, per ESPN.

Alijah Vera-Tucker, OG — Former New York Jets guard Alijah Vera-Tucker is signing with the Patriots, per NFL insider Jordan Schultz.

Reggie Gilliam, FB — The Patriots have agreed to terms with fullback Reggie Gilliam on a three-year deal worth up to $12 million with $6 million fully guaranteed in a deal done by his agent Brad Cicala, per NFL Network’s Mike Garafalo.

Dre’Mont Jones, DL/LB — The Patriots are signing Dre’Mont Jones to a 3-year, $39M contract, per NFL Insider Jordan Schultz. Jones was with the Titans and Ravens last year — notching career-highs in sacks (7) and pressures (55 pressures).

Jesse Luketa, LB — The Patriots have signed former Arizona Cardinals linebacker Jesse Luketa to a one-year deal.

Patriots Transactions

LB Anfernee Jennings — The Patriots are releasing linebacker Anfernee Jennings, per ESPN. Jennings was New England’s longest-tenured player in 2025.

LB Jahlani Tavai — The Pats, per Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer, are releasing linebacker Jahlani Tavai. The Hawaii product appeared in 12 games last season, earning 21 solo tackles and one forced fumble.

RB Antonio Gibson — The Patriots releasing running back and kick returner Antonio Gibson.

WR Stefon Diggs — New England is releasing two-time All Pro reciever Stefon Diggs, clearing approximately $16.8 million in salary cap space.

C Garrett Bradbury — The Pats have agreed to trade Bradbury to the Chicago Bears in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round draft choice. In addition to gaining additional draft capital, trading Bradbury saves the Patriots $4.695 million against the salary cap.

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