NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 21, 2026, 7:30 AM ET
NFC Roster Moves & Option Decisions
The Seattle Seahawks secured two key pieces of their young core by exercising the fifth-year options for wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba and cornerback Devon Witherspoon on Friday, locking in their cost-controlled futures through the 2025 season. Concurrently, the Atlanta Falcons bolstered their secondary, acquiring safety Sydney Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles in a tactical exchange that also involved a swap of fourth- and sixth-round draft selections, signaling a defensive shift under the new regime. Meanwhile, the San Francisco 49ers opted out of exercising the option bonus for veteran offensive tackle Trent Williams, though sources indicate the organization remains focused on finalizing a long-term contract extension with the perennial Pro Bowler.
Team Depth & Offseason Preparations
In Minnesota, the Vikings addressed offensive line depth by signing free agent Ryan Van Demark to a one-year contract, patching a rotational spot ahead of the draft. Elsewhere, the city of Pittsburgh is preparing for the influx of league personnel and media, as Pittsburgh Public Schools announced a shift to remote learning for April 22nd through 24th to accommodate the logistical demands associated with hosting the upcoming NFL Draft.