NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Contract Negotiations & Free Agency
Colts espn.com remain hopeful about securing deals with receiver Alec Pierce and quarterback Daniel Jones before free agency begins. The team's general manager Chris Ballard expressed positivity about these potential agreements. Meanwhile, 49ers espn.com general manager John Lynch offered an optimistic view on contract negotiations with left tackle Trent Williams, despite earlier reports suggesting difficulties. In Dallas, Cowboys espn.com have extended an offer to kicker Brandon Aubrey that would make him the highest-paid in the NFL, though Aubrey's agent is seeking closer to $10 million per season. Bengals espn.com director of player personnel Duke Tobin acknowledged that a trade involving defensive end Trey Hendrickson could prove challenging.
Coaching & Personnel Changes
Lions espn.com offensive lineman Taylor Decker is putting off retirement to return for his 11th NFL season. Panthers espn.com coach Dave Canales is ceding playcalling duties to offensive coordinator Brad Idzik, stating this decision wasn't pressured by ownership or management. Texans espn.com GM Nick Caserio dismissed trade speculation surrounding quarterback C.J. Stroud as "moronic." The Bears espn.com believe they should receive draft compensation after the Falcons hired Ian Cunningham as their new general manager. Steelers espn.com GM Omar Khan is seeking a quick resolution regarding Aaron Rodgers' potential return as the team's starter.
Quarterback Developments
Cardinals espn.com general manager Monti Ossenfort claimed to have spoken with quarterback Kyler Murray, but a source told ESPN that the two haven't spoken since the end of the season. Vikings espn.com are "exploring all possibilities" to improve their quarterback play in 2026. Dolphins espn.com GM Jon-Eric Sullivan stated that "everything is on the table" regarding quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, whose reps confirmed to the GM that Tagovailoa still wants to play. Falcons espn.com will release Kirk Cousins on March 11 as they move forward with their quarterback plans.
Roster Moves & Transactions
Cowboys espn.com All-Pro left guard Tyler Smith underwent minor cleanup surgery on his right knee but will be 100% ready for the offseason program in April. Patriots espn.com have released running back Antonio Gibson after two seasons with the team. ChargersREF: