NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Contract Negotiations & Free Agency
49ers GM John Lynch espn.com believes the team and Trent Williams remain aligned despite contract struggles. Colts GM Chris Ballard espn.com expressed optimism about reaching deals with Daniel Jones and Alec Pierce before free agency. The Cowboys espn.com extended their highest-ever offer to Brandon Aubrey, though his agent seeks closer to $10 million annually. Buccaneers GM Jason Licht espn.com acknowledged Mike Evans has earned the right to explore free agency despite the team's desire to retain him.
Coaching & Playcalling Changes
Broncos coach Sean Payton espn.com announced Davis Webb will call plays this season. Panthers coach Dave Canales espn.com is ceding playcalling duties to Brad Idzik without external pressure. The Ravens espn.com usher in a new era with their first coaching change since the franchise's inception.
Quarterback Situations
Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort espn.com claimed to have spoken with Kyler Murray, though sources refute any recent communication. Vikings VP Rob Brzezinski espn.com confirmed the team is exploring all quarterback options for 2026. Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan espn.com stated "everything is on the table" regarding Tua Tagovailoa's future. Falcons GM Ian Cunningham espn.com informed Kirk Cousins of his impending release on March 11.
Roster Moves & Player Updates
Lions offensive lineman Taylor Decker espn.com signaled his return for an 11th season via social media. Cowboys All-Pro guard Tyler Smith espn.com underwent minor knee cleanup surgery but will be ready for April's offseason program. The Chiefs espn.com released defensive end Mike Danna as part of salary cap trimming. The Patriots espn.com released running back Antonio Gibson after two seasons.
Trade Speculation & Draft
Bengals director Duke Tobin espn.com called a Trey Hendrickson trade "complicated." Raiders GM John Spytek espn.com expects Maxx Crosby to remain with the team amid trade rumors. Texans GM Nick Caserio espn.com dismissed C.J. Stroud trade talk as "moronic." The Bears espn.com seek draft compensation after the Falcons hired Ian Cunningham as GM.
International Games & League Changes
The Lions espn.com will play in Munich, Germany, marking their first international game since 2015. The UFL espn.com will award four points for 60-plus-yard field goals and ban most punts inside the opponent's 50-yard line for its 2026 season. The NFL competition committee espn.com is discussing allowing replay officials to throw flags for non-football acts.
Combine & Draft Preparations
Brian Gutekunst espn.com addressed multiple topics including Micah Parsons, Josh Jacobs, and the tush push. The NFL combine espn.com features top prospects in drills and the 40-yard dash. Mel Kiper espn.com projected the entire first round ahead of combine workouts. The Chargers espn.com saw center Bradley Bozeman announce his retirement after eight NFL seasons and 110 starts.