NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Personnel Changes
The Patriots espn.com have released running back Antonio Gibson after two seasons with the team. Bradley Bozeman espn.com, the Chargers' starting center, has announced his retirement via Instagram after eight NFL seasons and 110 starts. Meanwhile, the Chiefs espn.com cut veteran defensive end Mike Danna as they continue trimming their salary cap.
Franchise Tag Movement
A Falcons source espn.com confirmed the team plans to place the franchise tag on tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. The Cowboys espn.com are leaning toward using the franchise tag on Pro Bowl wide receiver George Pickens while being aware of potential fallout from that decision.
Draft & Free Agency
Gunner Rivers espn.com, son of NFL legend Philip Rivers, has committed to NC State. Will Mc Clay espn.com, Cowboys VP of player personnel, outlined draft and free agency plans in a recent Q&A. NFL free agency tiers espn.com ranked the best available offensive players as the offseason approaches.
Potential Player Movement
Tyreek Hill espn.com could reunite with the Chiefs, as a reunion with Eric Bieniemy and Patrick Mahomes might benefit the veteran receiver who turns 32 in March.
Rule Changes
The NFL espn.com competition committee is discussing allowing replay officials to throw flags for non-football acts during games.