NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Trade Rumors & Contract News
Anthony Richardson Sr. espn.com has permission to seek a trade after the Colts granted his request. The Bears have also allowed linebacker Tremaine Edmunds espn.com to find a trade partner. Meanwhile, the Colts remain "positive" espn.com about reaching deals with quarterback Daniel Jones and receiver Alec Pierce before free agency begins.
Draft Prospects & Combine Updates
Ohio State safety Caleb Downs espn.com believes being the "best defender" should outweigh positional value in draft selections. Defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. espn.com said teams have focused on his play rather than arm length during interviews. Top prospect Arvell Reese espn.com declared himself an "outside linebacker/edge" rusher at the combine. CB Jermod Mc Coy espn.com confirmed his right ACL is fully healed with "no limits" expected at his pro day.
Coaching & Staff Moves
The Broncos have hired Colorado DC Robert Livingston espn.com as their defensive passing-game coordinator. Questions continue about whether Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell espn.com and interim GM Rob Brzezinski are interested in the team's open GM role following Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's departure.
Team Cuts & Cap Space
The Titans released starting center Lloyd Cushenberry III espn.com and starting safety Xavier Woods, with Cushenberry's release including a failed physical designation. The Broncos enter free agency with a clean slate espn.com after clearing massive dead money from Russell Wilson's contract, positioning them to be "opportunistically aggressive."
Quarterback Situations
Speculation continues about potential QB moves, with questions about whether Kirk Cousins will return to Minnesota espn.com or if Kyler Murray could join the AFC. The Browns' QB situation remains fluid espn.com as Shedeur Sanders received a porcelain horse head from offensive coordinator Todd Monken for his 60th birthday - while also getting one himself "for a very simple reason."
Combine Analysis & Player Grades
ESPN's draft coverage includes prospects to track at the NFL combine espn.com for fantasy potential and grading offseason moves espn.com, with the Jermaine Johnson-T'Vondre Sweat trade earning the Jets top marks. The 49ers and left tackle Trent Williams espn.com appear to be "on the same page" despite earlier reports of contractual struggles.
Competition Committee Concerns
NFL coaches Sean Payton and Mike Vrabel espn.com expressed concern this week about replay errors in 1 p.m. games from last season, highlighting ongoing officiating challenges as the league prepares for the next season.