NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Roster Moves & Tags
Falcons GM espn.com Ian Cunningham informed quarterback Kirk Cousins he will be released on March 11. In a separate move, the Falcons espn.com intend to place the franchise tag on tight end Kyle Pitts. The Patriots espn.com released running back Antonio Gibson after two seasons, while the Chiefs espn.com continued cap trimming by cutting defensive end Mike Danna. Chargers center espn.com Bradley Bozeman announced his retirement after eight seasons. Eagles coach espn.com Nick Sirianni could not guarantee A.J. Brown's return, noting mutual interest but no commitment. Meanwhile, the 49ers espn.com are not actively trading quarterback Mac Jones but remain open to offers.
Combine & Draft
The NFL combine espn.com is underway with coaches and executives providing updates. The schedule espn.com features top prospects in drills like the 40-yard dash. Mel Kiper's mock espn.com draft projects the entire first round ahead of these workouts. Adding to the 2026 class news, four-star QB espn.com Gunner Rivers, son of Philip Rivers, committed to NC State.
Coaching & Strategy
The Ravens espn.com are in uncharted territory with a new head coach for the first time in franchise history. The NFL competition committee espn.com is discussing a major change, considering allowing replay officials to throw flags for non-football acts.
League News
The UFL announced espn.com rule changes for 2026, awarding four points for 60-plus-yard field goals and banning most punts inside the opponent's 50. The Lions espn.com will return to international play with a game in Munich, their first overseas contest since 2015.