When Does 2026 NFL Free Agency Start? Dates to Know - Bleacher Nation
The 2026 NFL league year opens March 11, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET, marking when free agency officially begins, trades execute, and the salary cap takes effect.
BTB Friday Discussion: Exactly how excited are you for free agency?
NFL free agency begins March 11th at 4pm ET, with the legal tampering window opening March 9th at 12pm ET, and Dallas Cowboys fans anticipate potentially different team moves this year.
