NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Contract Moves & Cap Management
The Browns espn.com restructured Deshaun Watson's contract again, freeing nearly $36 million in cap space. The Chargers espn.com signed center Tyler Biadasz to replace retired Bradley Bozeman. The Texans espn.com extended Danielle Hunter with a one-year, $40 million deal. The Bears espn.com released linebacker Tremaine Edmunds to create $15 million in cap space. The Giants espn.com are cutting Bobby Okereke to free up $9 million. The Steelers espn.com are releasing Jonnu Smith after acquiring him via trade last summer.
Free Agency & Roster Changes
The Rams espn.com re-signed safety Kam Curl to a three-year, $36 million contract. The Seahawks espn.com agreed to a two-year, $8 million deal with linebacker Drake Thomas. The Texans espn.com reached a one-year extension worth up to $7 million with tackle Trent Brown. The Cardinals espn.com will let defensive end Cameron Jordan become a free agent. The Vikings espn.com are expected to release defensive tackle Jonathan Allen to address salary cap issues.
Quarterback Situations
The Browns espn.com face pressure to extend Lamar Jackson as his contract situation creates significant ramifications. The Cardinals espn.com informed Kyler Murray they intend to release him next week unless a trade materializes. The Colts espn.com placed the rarely used transition tag on Daniel Jones. The Titans espn.com impressed by Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love at the combine. The Commanders espn.com are expected to aggressively pursue free agents at edge rusher, receiver and corner to support Jayden Daniels.
Coaching & Staff Moves
The 49ers espn.com hired former Bears head coach Matt Eberflus to their defensive staff. The Packers espn.com saw special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia join Clemson's staff. The Steelers espn.com hired Mike McCarthy, though Aaron Rodgers remains undecided on his playing status despite the reunion.
Veteran Departures & Retirements
Former Packers president Bob Harlan espn.com died at 89 after helping restore the franchise to greatness. Bears center Drew Dalman espn.com is retiring at 27 after four NFL seasons. Chargers guard Mekhi Becton espn.com was released, saving $9.7 million against the cap.
Trade & Draft Analysis
ESPN's Mike Clay espn.com ranked Jeremiyah Love as his top rookie prospect for 2026. Bill Barnwell espn.com analyzed the blockbuster trades involving DJ Moore and Trent McDuffie from all angles. The Chiefs espn.com previously traded away a player of McDuffie's caliber before reaching three straight Super Bowls.
Miscellaneous Developments
Browns star Myles Garrett espn.com received his ninth speeding ticket since entering the NFL in 2017. Rams coach Sean McVay espn.com said there's been "great dialogue" with Matthew Stafford about his contract entering the final season. The Cardinals-Panthers espn.com will open the preseason in the Hall of Fame game on August 6. ESPN analysts espn.com identified top free agent sleepers and players who might break the bank in the upcoming market.