#legal-tampering-period

#legal-tampering-period

The New England Patriots added tight end Austin Hooper during the legal tampering period.

Players like Joshuah Bledsoe and La'Michael Pettway could benefit from roster moves, while the edge depth and certain tight ends face challenges.

49ers' key departures include Ferrell and Darnold

Teams are actively signing free agents during the tampering period

The NFL legal tampering period precedes free agency.

During the 52-hour window, pending unrestricted free agents can negotiate with all teams.

NFL free agency starts March 13 at 1 p.m. PT.

Legal tampering period begins March 11 at 9 a.m. PT.

NFL free agency allows teams to sign players not under contract, reshaping rosters.

Legal tampering period precedes free agency, enabling negotiations before official signings.