NFL news: Blockbuster contracts shake up free agency in 2026
As salary cap figures begin to climb, money has been flying around the NFL so far, since the free agency window opened.
Since the opening week of free agency teams have reportedly spent a record $5.83billion on player contracts, $2.59billion being guaranteed.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer and NFL fan Luca Salmasi reports on some of the latest blockbuster contracts that are shaking up the 2026 free agency landscape.
NFL news: Dre Greenlaw’s dream return to the San Francisco 49ers
After a year with the Denver Broncos, star linebacker Dre Greenlaw has returned to Santa Clara and the San Francisco 49ers.
Whilst in his time in Denver didn’t live up to the expectation, Greenlaw made his name with the 49ers, and will be a key figure if they are to improve on last year's playoff disappointment.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer and 49ers fan Luca Salmasi reports on the latest arrival to the San Francisco franchise.
NFL analysis: Sam Darnold - From draft bust to Super Bowl-winning quarterback
Once labelled a draft bust, Sam Darnold sealed his NFL redemption by leading the Seattle Seahawks to a Super Bowl victory.
Sports News Blitz writer Freddie Thomas-Neher looks further into Darnold’s shock career shift.