NFL free agency has begun, and we're keeping track of every major signing, trade and release of the 2025 offseason, with analysis from our NFL Nation reporters and grades from our experts. The new league year began March 12 at 4 p.

The Chicago Bears have signed another former Atlanta Falcons player in free agency, agreeing to terms with veteran wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus. The former undrafted free agent out of Virginia spent his first four NFL seasons with the Falcons. While he was never a star, Zaccheaus improved his statistical production each year in Atlanta.

Follow every signing and trade with The Athletic’s live coverage of 2025 NFL free agency The Falcons aren’t going to make the same splash they did last year in free agency when they signed quarterback Kirk Cousins to the largest total-value free-agency deal in league history.

Atlanta re-signed cornerback Mike Hughes and added veteran Mike Ford in free agency. Now Taylor gives the team more depth behind A.J. Terrell and Hughes. Since the Falcons have not re-signed Dee Alford, Taylor's signing could indicate that they're going in a different direction.

10:30 a.m. The Falcons sent shockwaves through Atlanta and the NFL with the release of team-legend Grady Jarrett. Atlanta could save up to $16-million with his release, and they were 30th in available space heading into the contact period. READ MORE: Falcons Release Grady Jarrett

According to a report from The Athletic's Dianna Russini, the Philadelphia Eagles are signing former Atlanta Falcons running back Avery Williams to a one-year contract. The 26-year-old spent last season as Atlanta's starting punt returner.

With Michael Penix Jr. in the fold, the Falcons goal this offseason was clear — fix the damn pass rush. It’s long been the weak point of Atlanta’s defense, which has handicapped the entire team for some time now.