NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing

Team Shifts

The Titans released starting center Lloyd Cushenberry III and safety Xavier Woods, with Cushenberry’s exit linked to a failed physical Titans release Cushenberry, Woods espn.com. Meanwhile, the Bears granted linebacker Tremaine Edmunds permission to seek a trade Edmunds seeks trade espn.com. The Broncos bolstered their staff by hiring Colorado DC Robert Livingston as defensive passing-game coordinator Broncos add Livingston espn.com.

Offseason Analysis

NFL coaches, including Sean Payton and Mike Vrabel, voiced concerns over replay errors in 1 p.m. games last season replay errors espn.com. Defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. noted teams prioritize play over arm length during interviews Rueben Bain espn.com. Arvell Reese clarified his role as an “outside linebacker/edge” rusher at the combine Arvell Reese espn.com. Analysts ranked top trade candidates, highlighting Brian Thomas Jr. and Maxx Crosby trade market espn.com.

Front Office Moves

Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell and interim GM Rob Brzezinski weighed in on the team’s open GM role O'Connell, Brzezinski espn.com. Predictions for 2026 starters include Kirk Cousins potentially returning to Minnesota and Kyler Murray possibly joining the AFC Vikings QB espn.com.

Draft Prospects

Rookies shared advice with 2026 draft prospects during the combine, emphasizing resilience and preparation draft prospects espn.com.

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