With the San Francisco 49ers preparing to offer quarterback Brock Purdy a long-term contract, they have let a lot of talent go to free up salary cap space.

Versatile receiver Deebo Samuel is among those to leave, being traded to the Washington Commanders, so – after losing in two of the past six Super Bowls – the 49ers’ championship window could now have closed.

The New York Jets were billed as potential Super Bowl contenders last season having rebuilt their roster around Aaron Rodgers, the NFL’s four-time Most Valuable Player, but the gamble did not pay off.

The Jets have replaced the 41-year-old with former Chicago and Pittsburgh quarterback Justin Fields and released receiver Davante Adams, who was snapped up by the Rams to replace Kupp.

Russell Wilson has left Pittsburgh to join the New York Giants, while a decision is still due from Rodgers, who has spoken to the Giants, Steelers and Vikings.

The Indianapolis Colts have given Daniel Jones a chance to compete with Anthony Richardson for the starting role.

In other big-name moves, New England signed receiver Stefon Diggs, Buffalo picked up ex-Chargers pass rusher Joey Bosa and the Baltimore Ravens have given Lamar Jackson another weapon by signing receiver DeAndre Hopkins.