NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Roster Moves & Cuts
The Titans espn.com released starting center Lloyd Cushenberry III and starting safety Xavier Woods on Wednesday, with Cushenberry's release coming with a failed physical designation. The Patriots espn.com have released running back Antonio Gibson, the team announced Monday. The Chiefs espn.com released veteran defensive end Mike Danna on Monday as they work to get under the salary cap by the start of the new league year in two weeks. The Chargers espn.com starting center Bradley Bozeman has announced his retirement after eight years in the NFL and 110 starts.
Trade Market & Free Agency
The Bears espn.com have granted linebacker Tremaine Edmunds permission to find a trade, a source confirmed to ESPN. The Falcons espn.com plan to place the franchise tag on tight end Kyle Pitts Sr., a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. The Falcons espn.com informed QB Kirk Cousins that the team will release him March 11, the first day of the league year, new GM Ian Cunningham said Tuesday. The Cowboys espn.com are "leaning" toward using the franchise tag on Pro Bowl wide receiver George Pickens, the organization is also aware of the potential fallout. The Jets espn.com will use one of the tags at their disposal on running back Breece Hall if they can't reach an agreement with the running back before Tuesday's deadline, general manager Darren Mougey said Tuesday.
Coaching & Staff Changes
The Broncos espn.com have hired Colorado DC Robert Livingston to be their defensive passing-game coordinator, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Wednesday. The Panthers espn.com coach Dave Canales is ceding playcalling duties to offensive coordinator Brad Idzik, saying the decision was made without pressure from the GM or owner. The Broncos espn.com coach Sean Payton said Tuesday that offensive coordinator Davis Webb will be Denver's playcaller this season. The Lions espn.com offensive lineman Taylor Decker indicated in a social media post Tuesday that he's putting off retirement to return for his 11th NFL season.
Combine & Draft News
Ohio State star Arvell Reese espn.com, one of the top prospects in April's NFL draft, declared himself an "outside linebacker/edge" rusher during media interviews at the combine Wednesday. Defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. espn.com said no team has mentioned arm length to him during his interviews, focusing on his play instead. As draft prospects espn.com begin their combine experience, NFL rookies provide advice based on their personal journeys. The NFL combine espn.com features top draft prospects participating in the 40-yard dash and other drills.
Quarterback Updates
Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort espn.com said he has spoken with quarterback Kyler Murray, but a source told ESPN that the two have not talked since the end of the season. Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan espn.com said "everything is on the table" regarding quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, whose reps confirmed to the GM that Tagovailoa still wants to play. Texans GM Nick Caserio espn.com called the trade talk regarding quarterback C.J. Stroud "moronic." The Vikings espn.com are "exploring all possibilities" to improve their quarterback play in 2026, executive vice president of football operations Rob Brzezinski said Tuesday.
Contract & Extension News
Ravens GM Eric De Costa espn.com said he's confident about a contract extension for QB Lamar Jackson while the team has made a "market-setting" proposal to Tyler Linderbaum. Steelers GM Omar Khan espn.com is hoping for a quick resolution when it comes to the possible return of Aaron Rodgers at the team's starter next season, adding "he knows how we feel." The Colts espn.com general manager Chris Ballard said he remains hopeful that the team can get deals done with receiver Alec Pierce and quarterback Daniel Jones before free agency begins.
International & League News
The Lions espn.com will head to Munich for international game, marking their first time playing abroad since 2015. The UFL espn.com will award four points for field goals of at least 60 yards, and ban most punts inside of the opponent's 50 for its 2026 season. The NFL competition committee espn.com is discussing the possibility of authorizing replay officials to throw flags for non-football acts.
Player Perspectives
Rueben Bain Jr. said no team has mentioned arm length to him during his interviews, focusing on his play instead. Arvell Reese declared himself an "outside linebacker/edge" rusher during media interviews at the combine Wednesday. NFL rookies provide advice to draft prospects based on their personal journeys. Four-star quarterback Gunner Rivers espn.com, son of NC State legend and eight-time NFL Pro Bowler Philip Rivers, has committed to the Wolfpack.