NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×NFL Combine & Draft Buzz
NFL Combine espn.com conversations dominated Tuesday as executives and coaches addressed roster plans. The event's workout schedule espn.com begins Wednesday, spotlighting top 2026 draft prospects espn.com like quarterbacks and edge rushers. Meanwhile, Mel Kiper's mock has the Titans selecting a signal-caller first overall.
Quarterboard Movement
The Dolphins espn.com stated "everything's on the table" regarding Tua Tagovailoa, who confirmed through reps he still wants to play. The Falcons espn.com will release Kirk Cousins on March 11, new GM Ian Cunningham announced. The Vikings espn.com are "exploring all possibilities" for a 2026 quarterback upgrade, per Rob Brzezinski.
Contract Extensions & Tags
The Cowboys espn.com extended a record offer to kicker Brandon Aubrey but his agent seeks about $10 million annually. The Ravens espn.com are confident about a Lamar Jackson extension and made a "market-setting" proposal to Tyler Linderbaum. The Raiders espn.com GM expects Maxx Crosby to stay despite trade rumors. The Jets espn.com will franchise-tag Breece Hall if needed.
Coaching & Playcalling Shifts
The Broncos espn.com will have OC Davis Webb call plays this season, Sean Payton said. The Panthers espn.com are ceding playcalling to OC Brad Idzik, a decision Dave Canales said was internally made. The Ravens espn.com are entering a "new age" with their first head coach change in franchise history.
Team-Specific Updates
The Lions espn.com expect Taylor Decker back for an 11th season after his social media post. They also will play in Munich espn.com this season, their first international game since 2015. The Packers espn.com GM Brian Gutekunst addressed topics including Micah Parsons and the tush push. The Steelers espn.com want Aaron Rodgers back and "he knows how we feel."
Roster & Front Office News
The Bills espn.com are giving WR Keon Coleman "every chance" to reclaim his form. The Bengals espn.com called a Trey Hendrickson trade "complicated." The Cardinals espn.com GM said he spoke with Kyler Murray, but a source refuted that claim. The Cowboys' espn.com Tyler Smith had minor knee surgery but will be ready for April. The Texans espn.com GM called C.J. Stroud trade speculation "moronic." The Bears espn.com seek draft compensation after the Falcons hired Ian Cunningham. The 49ers espn.com aren't actively trading Mac Jones but would listen. The Bucs espn.com believe Mike Evans "earned" the right to test free agency.
League & Alternative League Notes
The UFL espn.com will award four points for 60-plus-yard field goals and ban most punts beyond the 50-yard line for its 2026 season starting March 27.