NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Trades & Transactions
The Jets are trading Jermaine Johnson espn.com to the Titans for T'Vondre Sweat, according to sources. The Titans also released Cushenberry, Woods espn.com. The Bears have granted Tremaine Edmunds espn.com permission to seek a trade, a source confirmed. The Broncos have hired Robert Livingston espn.com as their defensive passing-game coordinator. The Patriots released Antonio Gibson espn.com after two seasons.
Draft & Player Evaluations
Ohio State star Arvell Reese espn.com declared himself an "outside linebacker/edge" rusher during media interviews at the combine. Defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. espn.com said no team has mentioned arm length to him during his interviews, focusing on his play instead.
Coaching & Management
The Broncos coach Sean Payton espn.com said offensive coordinator Davis Webb will be Denver's playcaller this season. The Panthers coach Dave Canales espn.com is ceding playcalling duties to offensive coordinator Brad Idzik. The Falcons espn.com have informed QB Kirk Cousins that the team will release him March 11.
Free Agency & Contracts
The Colts are "positive" on deals for QB Jones, WR Pierce espn.com. The Buccaneers believe Mike Evans espn.com has "earned" the right to explore free agency. The Cowboys have extended an offer to Brandon Aubrey espn.com. The Lions offensive lineman Taylor Decker espn.com indicated he's returning for his 11th NFL season. The Jets will use one of the tags on Breece Hall espn.com if they can't reach an agreement. The Falcons plan to place the franchise tag on Pitts espn.com.
Team Outlooks
The Broncos enter the 2026 offseason espn.com with a clean slate. The Vikings are "exploring all possibilities" to improve their quarterback play espn.com. Dolphins GM said "everything is on the table" with Tua Tagovailoa espn.com. The Chiefs espn.com released veteran defensive end Mike Danna. The Raiders GM expects Maxx Crosby espn.com to stay amid trade rumors.
Injuries & Operations
Tyler Smith espn.com, the Cowboys' All-Pro left guard, had minor knee surgery.
Combine & Draft
NFL rookies espn.com provide advice to 2026 draft prospects. The NFL combine features top draft prospects espn.com participating in the 40-yard dash.
Rule Changes & League Matters
Sean Payton and Mike Vrabel expressed concern over replay errors espn.com. The NFL competition committee is discussing replay officials throwing flags espn.com. For its 2026 season, the UFL espn.com will award four points for field goals of at least 60 yards.
GM & Coaching Comments
The 49ers and Williams espn.com are "struggling to find a contractual solution." Bengals' Tobin espn.com said a trade involving defensive end Trey Hendrickson could prove challenging. The Cardinals GM said he has spoken with quarterback Kyler Murray, but a source said the two have not talked. Bills GM espn.com said WR Coleman will have 'every chance'.
Other News
The Bears believe they should receive compensation after the Falcons hired Ian Cunningham espn.com. Ravens GM espn.com is confident about a contract extension for QB Lamar Jackson. The Lions will head to Munich for international game espn.com. Four-star quarterback Gunner Rivers espn.com has committed to the Wolfpack.