The Jacksonville Jaguars have bolstered their tight end corps by agreeing to a two-year, $5 million deal with former Los Angeles Rams tight end Hunter Long. This strategic move underscores the Jaguars’ commitment to enhancing their offensive options.

The Jaguars are cutting ties with Christian Kirk, ESPN.com’s Adam Schefter reports. One season remained on Kirk’s contract. Although Kirk suffered a broken collarbone midway through last season, he had served as Trevor Lawrence‘s top target for most of his Jags tenure.

As the NFL’s free agent negotiating period opened, a new name entered the mix for the Seahawks as a possible replacement for Geno Smith.