NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Contract & Negotiations
Colts espn.com remain hopeful about securing deals with quarterback Daniel Jones and receiver Alec Pierce before free agency begins. 49ers espn.com general manager John Lynch offered an optimistic outlook on contract negotiations with left tackle Trent Williams despite earlier reports of difficulties. Cowboys espn.com have extended an offer to Brandon Aubrey that would make him the highest-paid kicker in the NFL, though his agent is pushing for closer to $10 million per season.
Quarterback Developments
Cardinals espn.com face a communication issue as a source disputes general manager Monti Ossenfort's claim that he has spoken with quarterback Kyler Murray. Texans espn.com general manager Nick Caserio emphatically called trade speculation surrounding quarterback C.J. Stroud "moronic." Dolphins espn.com general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan stated "everything is on the table" regarding quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, though Tagovailoa's reps confirmed he still wants to play.
Coaching Changes
Broncos espn.com coach Sean Payton confirmed offensive coordinator Davis Webb will call plays this season. Panthers espn.com coach Dave Canales has voluntarily ceded playcalling duties to offensive coordinator Brad Idzik. Ravens espn.com are ushering in "a new age" with their first coaching change since the team's inaugural season.
Roster Updates
Cowboys espn.com All-Pro left guard Tyler Smith underwent minor cleanup surgery on his right knee but will be ready for April's offseason program. Jets espn.com will use one of their franchise tags on running back Breece Hall if they can't reach an agreement before Tuesday's deadline. Falcons espn.com plan to place the franchise tag on tight end Kyle Pitts Sr., while also releasing QB Cousins espn.com March 11.
Personnel Decisions
Bills espn.com general manager Brandon Beane is giving embattled receiver Keon Coleman "every chance" to prove himself with the same attitude he showed at training camp. Buccaneers espn.com believe veteran wide receiver Mike Evans has "earned" the right to explore free agency despite their desire for him to remain. Ravens espn.com general manager Eric De Costa expressed confidence about a contract extension for quarterback Lamar Jackson while making a "market-setting" proposal to Tyler Linderbaum.
NFL Rule Changes
UFL espn.com will award four points for field goals of at least 60 yards and ban most punts inside the opponent's 50-yard line for its 2026 season. NFL espn.com competition committee is discussing the possibility of authorizing replay officials to throw flags for non-football acts. NFL espn.com competition committee co-chairman Rich Mc Kay is not anticipating an attempt to ban the tush push this year.
Draft & Combine
Combine espn.com begins with top draft prospects participating in various drills. Kiper's mock draft espn.com projects the entire first round ahead of the combine workouts. Packers espn.com general manager Brian Gutekunst addressed several topics including special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia's surprising exit.