The Raiders signed multiple free agents starting on March 9, 2026, to improve their team going into the next season.
The Raiders signed center Tyler Linderbaum on March 9, 2026 to a three-year $81 million contract. This deal marks a record-breaking contract, making him the highest paid center in NFL history.
Ravens General Manager Eric DeCosta is impressed with Linderbaum and his immaculate performance with his time in Baltimore.
“First of all, Tyler is a guy that I have tremendous respect for. Obviously, he’s proven to be, in my opinion, the best center in the league,¨ says DeCosta.
The Raiders signed linebacker Quay Walker, on March 9, 2026, to a three-year $40.5 million contract. This deal includes $28 million in guaranteed money for the former Green Bay Packer.
Green Bay Packers Head Coach Matt LaFleur spoke very highly of Walker after his performance for the team last year. LaFleur expresses his extreme confidence he has for Walker to do anything beneficial for the team.
“I don’t think there’s anything in this game he cannot accomplish,” says LaFleur.
The Raiders signed linebacker Nakobe Dean, on March 9, 2026, to a three-year $36.0 million contract. This deal includes 20.0 million dollars guaranteed for the former Philadelphia Eagle.
Eagles Linebacker Coach, Bobby King, praises Dean for his intelligence and football knowledge that he brings to the defense.
“He’s almost like a freakin’ coach right now. You have to be prepared to talk to Nakobe every day because he’s so freaking’ smart,¨ says King.
