NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Combine Updates & Coaching Changes
Steelers GM espn.com Omar Khan hopes for a quick resolution on Aaron Rodgers' potential return as starter next season. Falcons GM espn.com Ian Cunningham informed Kirk Cousins the team will release him March 11, marking the start of the league year. Ravens coaching espn.com staff ushers in "a new age" with their first head coach change since the franchise's inaugural season.
Roster Moves & Free Agency
Raiders GM espn.com John Spytek expects Maxx Crosby to remain with the team in 2026 despite trade speculation. Cowboys espn.com executive vice president Stephen Jones says the team is "leaning" toward using the franchise tag on George Pickens while aware of potential fallout. Falcons espn.com plan to place the franchise tag on tight end Kyle Pitts Sr., according to sources. Cowboys espn.com and free-agent-to-be Javonte Williams reached agreement on a three-year contract with $16 million guaranteed.
Player Retirements & Releases
Chargers center espn.com Bradley Bozeman announced his retirement after eight NFL seasons and 110 starts. Patriots espn.com released running back Antonio Gibson after two seasons. Chiefs espn.com cut defensive end Mike Danna as they continue trimming salary cap space.
Draft & Combine Coverage
Top prospects espn.com will showcase their skills at the NFL combine with 40-yard dash and other drills. Mel Kiper espn.com projects the entire first round of the 2026 draft ahead of combine workouts. Draft intel espn.com reveals NFL execs and scouts weighing in on Raiders' No. 1 pick and best prospects. QB Rivers espn.com follows his father Philip's path, committing to NC State as a four-star prospect.
Rule Changes & International Games
UFL espn.com will award four points for field goals of at least 60 yards and ban most punts inside the opponent's 50 for its 2026 season. NFL espn.com competition committee discusses allowing replay officials to throw flags for non-football acts. Lions will play their first international game since 2015 in Munich, Germany, with opponent and date to be named later.
Player Futures & Team Strategies
Eagles coach espn.com Nick Sirianni expresses mutual interest with A.J. Brown but won't guarantee his return. 49ers espn.com aren't planning to trade Mac Jones but acknowledge the right offer could change their stance. Texans coach espn.com De Meco Ryans continues exceeding expectations in his fourth year, helping Houston recover from its worst three-year stretch in franchise history.
Executive Perspectives
Cowboys VP espn.com Will Mc Clay outlines plans to upgrade Dallas' roster this offseason through draft and free agency. NFL competition committee espn.com co-chairman Rich Mc Kay doesn't anticipate a tush push ban proposal this year. Tyreek Hill espn.com reunion with Chiefs could make sense, reuniting with Eric Bieniemy and Patrick Mahomes.
Additional Combine News
Best from coaches espn.com and GMs speaking at the 2026 NFL combine provides latest updates. Free agency tiers espn.com rank the best offensive players based on potential offseason contracts. George Pickens franchise tag situation highlights Cowboys' awareness of potential organizational impact."