NFL Football 3d Briefing
×NFL Combine Updates
Coaches and GMs espn.com shared insights at the NFL combine as teams prepare for the 2026 draft. The combine schedule features top prospects showcasing their skills in drills like the 40-yard dash and vertical jump. Mel Kiper Jr. espn.com released his latest mock draft projecting the entire first round ahead of the combine workouts. NFL executives, scouts and players weighed in on draft prospects and whether the Raiders might trade out of the No. 1 pick.
Coaching Changes & Staff Moves
The Ravens are ushering in "a new age" with their first head coaching change since the franchise's inaugural season. Texans coach De Meco Ryans espn.com continues exceeding expectations entering Year 4 as he helped turn around the franchise after its worst three-year stretch in history. The NFL competition committee is discussing potential rule changes including allowing replay officials to throw flags for non-football acts. Committee co-chairman Rich Mc Kay espn.com said he's not expecting a proposal to ban the tush push this year.
Roster Moves & Free Agency
The Patriots released running back Antonio Gibson after two seasons with the team. The Chiefs cut defensive end Mike Danna espn.com as they continue trimming salary cap space before the new league year. The Cowboys and Javonte Williams espn.com reached agreement on a three-year contract with $16 million guaranteed. Sources indicate the Falcons plan to place the franchise tag on tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. while the Cowboys are "leaning" toward using the tag on Pro Bowl wide receiver George Pickens. Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni said there's mutual interest with wide receiver A.J. Brown but wouldn't guarantee his return.
International Games & League Changes
The Lions will head to Munich, Germany for their first international game since 2015, with opponent and date to be named later. The UFL announced major rule changes for its 2026 season starting March 27, including awarding four points for field goals of at least 60 yards and banning most punts inside the opponent's 50-yard line.
Draft & Player News
Four-star quarterback Gunner Rivers, son of NFL legend Philip Rivers, committed to NC State following in his father's footsteps. The Chargers' starting center Bradley Bozeman espn.com announced his retirement after eight NFL seasons and 110 starts. Questions surround whether the 49ers will keep quarterback Mac Jones on their roster next season despite not planning to trade him. Analysts are exploring whether a reunion between Tyreek Hill and the Chiefs could make sense, potentially reuniting him with Eric Bieniemy and Patrick Mahomes.
Team Strategies & Future Plans
The Cowboys' VP of player personnel Will Mc Clay discussed draft and free agency plans to upgrade Dallas' roster this offseason. NFL free agency tiers have been established ranking the best offensive players based on their potential offseason contracts. Teams are evaluating their approaches to building competitive rosters through both the draft and free agency market as the new league year approaches."