NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Trade and Free Agency Moves
The Bears espn.com have granted linebacker Tremaine Edmunds permission to seek a trade. The Falcons espn.com plan to release Kirk Cousins on March 11, the first day of the league year. The Colts espn.com remain hopeful about reaching deals with receiver Alec Pierce and quarterback Daniel Jones before free agency begins. The Ravens espn.com are targeting contract extensions for Lamar Jackson and Tyler Linderbaum. The Bills espn.com are challenging Keon Coleman to return with the same attitude he had at the start of training camp last season.
Coaching and Staff Changes
The Broncos espn.com have hired Colorado DC Robert Livingston as their defensive passing-game coordinator. The Panthers espn.com have ceded playcalling duties to offensive coordinator Brad Idzik. The Broncos espn.com will have offensive coordinator Davis Webb call plays this season. The Ravens espn.com are ushering in "a new age" with their first coaching change since the inaugural season.
Contract and Extension Updates
The 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 seeking closer to $10 million per season. The Steelers espn.com are hoping for a quick resolution regarding Aaron Rodgers' possible return as starter. The Dolphins espn.com say "everything is on the table" regarding Tua Tagovailoa's future. The Lions espn.com offensive lineman Taylor Decker indicated he's returning for his 11th NFL season.
Draft and Combine News
Ohio State star Arvell Reese espn.com declared himself an "outside linebacker/edge" rusher during combine media interviews. Defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. espn.com said no team has mentioned arm length to him during interviews, focusing instead on his play. NFL rookies espn.com are providing advice to draft prospects beginning their combine experience. Mel Kiper espn.com has projected the entire first round of the 2026 NFL draft.
Quarterback Situations
The Vikings espn.com are "exploring all possibilities" to improve their quarterback play in 2026. The Cardinals espn.com GM Monti Ossenfort said he's spoken with Kyler Murray, though sources indicate they haven't talked since the season ended. The Jets espn.com plan to use the franchise tag on Breece Hall if they can't reach a deal. The Texans espn.com GM Nick Caserio called trade talk regarding C.J. Stroud "moronic."
Veteran Player Updates
Bucs GM Jason Licht espn.com and coach Todd Bowles believe Mike Evans has "earned" the right to explore free agency. Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin espn.com said a trade involving Trey Hendrickson could prove challenging. Tyler Smith espn.com, the Cowboys' All-Pro left guard, had minor cleanup surgery on his right knee but will be ready for the offseason program.
League and Competition News
The NFL competition committee espn.com is discussing the possibility of authorizing replay officials to throw flags for non-football acts. NFL competition committee co-chairman Rich Mc Kay espn.com said he's not anticipating an attempt to ban the tush push this year. The 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.
Other Notable Moves
The Patriots espn.com have released running back Antonio Gibson after two seasons. The Chargers espn.com starting center Bradley Bozeman announced his retirement after eight NFL seasons. The Chiefs espn.com released veteran defensive end Mike Danna as they work to get under the salary cap. The Lions espn.com will play an international game in Munich, Germany, for the first time since 2015.