NFL Free Agency Frenzy
NFL free agency's Day 1 saw big moves: Raiders signed LBs Nakobe Dean and Quay Walker, Chiefs got ex-Seahawks RB Kenneth Walker III, and Mike Evans joined the 49ers [https://x.com/i/status/2031308370649477377].
The Raiders are giving Nakobe Dean a three-year, $36 million contract, averaging $12 million per year. Dean's 2024 season with the Eagles was a breakout year, with 128 tackles, three sacks, a forced fumble, and two recoveries. However, injuries plagued his other seasons. Quay Walker's deal with the Raiders is for three years and $40.5 million, including $28 million guaranteed. Walker had a career-high 128 tackles in 2025. He will reunite with former Georgia teammate Nakobe Dean in Las Vegas. Kenneth Walker III's contract with the Chiefs is reportedly worth up to $45 million over three years, with $28.7 million guaranteed. Walker was the MVP of Super Bowl LX. He rushed for 1,027 yards in the 2025 regular season and 313 yards in the playoffs. Mike Evans is joining the 49ers on a three-year deal. The deal is reportedly worth up to $60.4 million. Evans had 11 straight seasons with 1,000+ receiving yards to start his career.
