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×Trade Market Moves
Bears granted Edmunds permission espn.com to seek a trade as the linebacker explores his options. The Broncos hired Colorado's Livingston espn.com to serve as their defensive passing-game coordinator. Meanwhile, Bengals' Tobin called a Hendrickson trade espn.com "complicated" due to the defensive end's value to Cincinnati.
Combine Developments
Defensive end Bain said teams focused espn.com on his play rather than arm length during interviews. Top prospect Reese declared himself espn.com an "outside linebacker/edge" rusher at the combine. 2026 draft prospects received advice espn.com from NFL rookies about their combine experience.
Contract Situations
Bucs believe Evans earned espn.com the right to explore free agency despite wanting him to return. The Cowboys extended their highest kicker offer espn.com to Brandon Aubrey, though his agent seeks closer to $10 million annually. 49ers GM Lynch remained optimistic espn.com about reaching a deal with left tackle Trent Williams despite earlier reports of struggles.
Coaching Decisions
Broncos coach Payton confirmed espn.com offensive coordinator Davis Webb will call plays this season. Lions' Decker indicated espn.com he's returning for an 11th NFL season via social media. The Vikings' O'Connell and Brzezinski addressed espn.com the team's open GM position at the combine.
Quarterback Outlook
Colts remain positive espn.com about reaching deals with QB Daniel Jones and WR Alec Pierce before free agency. Cardinals GM Ossenfort claimed espn.com he's spoken with Kyler Murray, though sources say they haven't talked since season's end. Analysts are predicting QB1 starters espn.com for all 32 teams in the 2026 season, with questions about Kirk Cousins returning to Minnesota and Kyler Murray's future.
Offensive Personnel
Bills GM Beane said Coleman will have espn.com "every chance" to compete after challenging the embattled wide receiver to match his training camp attitude. Analysts are ranking top trade candidates espn.com, breaking down how players like Brian Thomas Jr. and Maxx Crosby stack up on the market.