NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Major Trades & Roster Moves
The Chiefs espn.com made a blockbuster trade sending All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie to the Rams for four draft picks, including the 29th pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft. Meanwhile, the Texans espn.com traded starting right tackle Tytus Howard to the Browns for a fifth-round draft pick, while also releasing veteran safety Jimmie Ward to save $750K. The Chiefs espn.com also informed offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor that he will be released before the start of the league year, potentially saving $20M on the cap. The Cardinals espn.com informed quarterback Kyler Murray they intend to release him on the first day of the league year next Wednesday, barring a trade, while the Patriots espn.com plan to release wide receiver Stefon Diggs after just one season.
Free Agency & Contract Moves
Rodgers espn.com remains undecided on his playing status for next season despite the Steelers hiring Mike McCarthy, with whom he won a Super Bowl in Green Bay. The Colts espn.com placed the rarely used transition tag on quarterback Daniel Jones, preserving their right to match any offer sheet in free agency. The Bengals espn.com did not use the franchise tag on defensive end Trey Hendrickson, making the 2024 All-Pro edge rusher available to sign with another team when free agency opens. The Giants espn.com are releasing starting middle linebacker Bobby Okereke, freeing up $9 million in salary cap space. The Commanders espn.com have informed cornerback Marshon Lattimore that they intend to release him before the new league year begins next week.
Coaching & Staff Changes
Former Packers special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia espn.com will take on the same role at the college ranks with Clemson. Sean McVay espn.com said the Rams have had "great dialogue" with Matthew Stafford entering the final season of the QB's contract. The Vikings espn.com are open to trading outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard as the team seeks relief from being more than $43 million over the salary cap.
Draft & Combine News
Jeremiyah Love espn.com emerged as a top prospect after Tennessee came away impressed from the combine with the draft's top running back prospect. Mel Kiper Jr. espn.com picked out 13 players who caught his attention during combine workouts, including Chris Brazzell II and Dani Dennis-Sutton. Jordan Reid espn.com projected the first two rounds of the 2026 NFL draft following the combine and a big Rams-Chiefs trade, making 64 predictions. The Cardinals-Panthers espn.com are set for the Aug. 6 Hall of Fame exhibition game, part of enshrinement week.
International & Special Events
The NFL espn.com announced the Falcons would be playing a game in Madrid, one of the league's nine international games this coming season. The Commanders espn.com have agreed to pay $1 million to the District of Columbia to settle a lawsuit from 2022 that alleged the NFL team under previous ownership colluded to deceive fans.
Retirements & Health Updates
Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman espn.com has informed the Bears that he's retiring at age 27 after four seasons with the Atlanta Falcons and one with Chicago. Cowboys pass rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku espn.com underwent hip surgery to repair a labrum tear five weeks ago but could be out until the start of training camp.
Other Notable Moves
The Chargers espn.com released guard Mekhi Becton in a move that saved them $9.7 million against the salary cap. The Bengals espn.com retained one of their best offensive linemen ahead of the start of free agency, signing right guard Dalton Risner to a one-year deal. The Texans espn.com acquired running back David Montgomery in a trade from Detroit after the Lions decided to part ways with him.