NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Combine News & Player Updates
Arvell Reese espn.com, one of the top prospects in April's NFL draft, declared himself an "outside linebacker/edge" rusher during media interviews at the combine Wednesday. Rueben Bain Jr. espn.com said no team has mentioned arm length to him during his interviews, focusing on his play instead. As draft prospects begin their combine experience, NFL rookies provided advice based on their personal journeys.
Coaching & Staff Changes
Sean Payton espn.com and Mike Vrabel, both members of the NFL's competition committee, expressed concern this week over replay errors in 1 p.m. games last season. Sean Payton espn.com said Tuesday that offensive coordinator Davis Webb will be Denver's playcaller this season. Dave Canales espn.com is ceding playcalling duties to offensive coordinator Brad Idzik, saying the decision was made without pressure from the GM or owner.
Roster Moves & Transactions
The Titans espn.com released starting center Lloyd Cushenberry III and starting safety Xavier Woods on Wednesday, with Cushenberry's release coming with a failed physical designation. The Patriots espn.com have released running back Antonio Gibson, the team announced Monday. The Chargers espn.com starting center Bradley Bozeman has announced his retirement after eight years in the NFL and 110 starts. The Chiefs espn.com released veteran defensive end Mike Danna on Monday as they work to get under the salary cap.
Trade Market & Free Agency
The Bears espn.com have granted linebacker Tremaine Edmunds permission to find a trade, a source confirmed to ESPN. The Raiders espn.com GM John Spytek said he expects star defensive end Maxx Crosby to play for the team in 2026 amid trade speculation. The Falcons espn.com plan to place the franchise tag on tight end Kyle Pitts Sr., a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. The Cowboys espn.com are "leaning" toward using the franchise tag on Pro Bowl wide receiver George Pickens, with the organization aware of potential fallout.
Contract & Extension News
The Ravens espn.com GM Eric De Costa said he's confident about a contract extension for QB Lamar Jackson while the team has made a "market-setting" proposal to Tyler Linderbaum. The Colts espn.com general manager Chris Ballard said he remains hopeful that the team can get deals done with receiver Alec Pierce and quarterback Daniel Jones before free agency begins. The Cowboys espn.com have extended an offer to Brandon Aubrey that would make him the highest-paid kicker in the NFL, sources told ESPN, but Aubrey's agent has asked for a deal closer to $10 million per season.
Quarterback Situations
The Vikings espn.com are "exploring all possibilities" to improve their quarterback play in 2026, executive vice president of football operations Rob Brzezinski said Tuesday. The Falcons espn.com GM Ian Cunningham has informed QB Kirk Cousins that the team will release him March 11, the first day of the league year. The Dolphins espn.com general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan said "everything is on the table" regarding quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. The Texans espn.com GM Nick Caserio called the trade talk regarding quarterback C.J. Stroud "moronic."
Personnel & Front Office
The Broncos espn.com have hired Colorado DC Robert Livingston to be their defensive passing-game coordinator, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Wednesday. The Bears espn.com believe they should receive draft compensation after the Falcons hired Ian Cunningham as their new general manager last month. The Packers espn.com GM Brian Gutekunst hit on several topics, including special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia's surprising exit.
Player Returns & Retirements
Taylor Decker espn.com, Lions offensive lineman, indicated in a social media post Tuesday that he's putting off retirement to return for his 11th NFL season. Bradley Bozeman, Chargers starting center, has announced his retirement after eight years in the NFL and 110 starts.
International & League News
The Lions espn.com will play an international game in Munich, Germany, for the first time since 2015, with their opponent and date to be named later. The NFL competition committee is discussing the possibility of authorizing replay officials to throw flags for non-football acts.
Draft & Combine Updates
Ohio State star Arvell Reese declared himself an "outside linebacker/edge" rusher during media interviews at the combine Wednesday. The NFL combine features top draft prospects participating in the 40-yard dash and other drills. As the NFL gets ready for this week's combine workouts, projections are being made for where the best players in the 2026 NFL draft class will get picked in April.