NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Trade & Roster Shake‑ups
Maxx Crosby espn.com landed in Baltimore, giving the Ravens a fresh edge‑rusher while Las Vegas looks to rebuild after the deal. Patriots trade espn.com center Garrett Bradbury to Chicago, handing the Bears a new starter on the line. Taylor Decker espn.com announced his request for release, ending a decade as Detroit’s longest‑tenured Lion. The Bears also cleared $15 million by cutting linebacker Tremaine Edmunds espn.com, a move that reshapes their defensive depth. Meanwhile, the Chiefs’ decision to move Trent McDuffie espn.com signals a shift toward rebuilding the secondary after a costly trade.
Veteran Releases & Retirements
Long‑time center Ryan Kelly espn.com called time after ten seasons, leaving the Vikings with a vacancy at the heart of the line. The Texans cut running back Joe Mixon espn.com following a foot‑injury‑ridden 2025 season, adding to their roster turnover. Buffalo’s cap‑clearance push saw the release of four veterans, including cornerback Taron Johnson espn.com and wide receiver Curtis Samuel. The Chargers trimmed the payroll by parting ways with guard Mekhi Becton espn.com, saving $9.7 million against the cap.
Quarterback & Salary‑Cap Moves
The Patriots locked up restricted free‑agent Tommy DeVito espn.com on a two‑year, $7.4 million contract, securing a young signal‑caller for the next season. Cleveland restructured Deshaun Watson espn.com to free roughly $36 million, a maneuver that could reshape the Browns’ financial flexibility. In New England, speculation swirls around the future of Stefon Diggs espn.com as the Patriots consider releasing the veteran receiver to save cap space. Over in Pittsburgh, veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers espn.com remains undecided on his playing status despite the Steelers hiring Mike McCarthy.
Defensive & Offensive Signings
Los Angeles bolstered its interior line by signing free‑agent center Tyler Biadasz espn.com to replace the retired Bradley Bozeman. Houston secured a one‑year extension with tackle Trent Brown espn.com, keeping the veteran on the roster through the upcoming season. The Texans also locked up defensive end Danielle Hunter espn.com on a $40 million, one‑year deal, reinforcing their pass rush. In