Browns, Dolphins Make Defensive Line Moves in Free Agency
Browns sign Chubb; Dolphins sign Uche and Ojabo to bolster defensive lines.
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NFL Free Agency 2025
Players and teams navigate the 2025 NFL offseason, including free agent signings, contract negotiations, and roster moves across the league.
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2026-08-18 to 2026-11-15 · UTC publication dates
Coverage begins 17 Apr, 01:06 UTC
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A.J. Epenesa drafted by Buffalo Bills as second-round pick in 2020
A.J. Epenesa was selected as a second-round pick by the Buffalo Bills in the 2020 NFL Draft from the University of Iowa. He spent his first six seasons with the Bills before becoming an unrestricted free agent.
A.J. Epenesa played 16 games for Buffalo Bills in 2025 despite multiple injuries
Defensive end A.J. Epenesa appeared in all 16 regular-season games for the Buffalo Bills in 2025, recording 32 tackles, 2.5 sacks, one fumble recovery, two interceptions, and four pass defenses. He also played in the divisional playoff game despite being listed on the injury report with a neck injury.
Miami Dolphins signed Josh Uche and David Ojabo in 2026 free agency
The Miami Dolphins signed defensive ends Josh Uche and David Ojabo on inexpensive contracts as part of their edge defense rotation alongside Chop Robinson.
Miami Dolphins hosted defensive end A.J. Epenesa on a free agent visit
The Miami Dolphins hosted defensive end A.J. Epenesa on a free agent visit, according to NFL transaction reports. This visit occurred after Epenesa's failed physical with the Cleveland Browns, which led to the Browns withdrawing a one-year contract worth up to $5 million that had been agreed upon.
Cleveland Browns signed Bradley Chubb to contract in 2026 free agency
The Cleveland Browns signed defensive end Bradley Chubb, who was released by the Miami Dolphins in a salary cap reduction move after recording 8.5 sacks in 2025. Chubb joined the Browns as they looked to complement their edge defense unit alongside Greg Rousseau.
A.J. Epenesa signed two-year contract with Buffalo Bills in 2024
Defensive end A.J. Epenesa re-signed with the Buffalo Bills in 2024 on a two-year contract worth $12 million after testing the unrestricted free agent market. He had completed his four-year rookie contract that included a $1,834,399 signing bonus.
Cleveland Browns withdrew A.J. Epenesa contract after failed physical
The Cleveland Browns withdrew a one-year contract worth up to $5 million with defensive end A.J. Epenesa after he failed his physical. The specific injury that caused the Browns' concern was not disclosed, though Epenesa had dealt with a concussion, pectoral injury, foot injury, and neck injury during the previous season.
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Epenesa Draws Interest After Browns Deal Collapses
Epenesa visits Miami after Browns deal collapses on failed physical.