NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Team Roster Changes
The Texans espn.com are releasing veteran safety Jimmie Ward, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday. The Commanders espn.com have agreed to pay $1 million to the District of Columbia to settle a 2022 lawsuit alleging previous ownership deceived fans. In other moves, the Lions espn.com traded running back Jamaal Montgomery to Houston, while the Commanders espn.com plan to release cornerback Marshon Lattimore before the new league year begins.
Contract and Cap News
Bengals espn.com retained offensive lineman Dalton Risner with a one-year deal. Tyron Smith espn.com was traded from the Texans to the Browns for a fifth-round pick. The Chiefs espn.com will release offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor, saving $20 million in cap space. Cowboys pass rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku espn.com underwent hip surgery five weeks ago and could miss until training camp.
QB Position Analysis
Houston espn.com faces offseason decisions about C.J. Stroud's future. Cleveland espn.com explores quarterback options with limited choices in free agency. Taylen Green espn.com, a top-10 QB prospect, set combine records during his Indianapolis workout. Additionally, Fernando Mendoza espn.com is being compared to quarterbacks drafted in Round 1 over the past five years.
Draft Combine Highlights
Mel Kiper Jr. espn.com identified 13 standout performers, including Chris Brazzell II and Dani Dennis-Sutton. Mississippi State's Brenen Thompson espn.com ran the combine's fastest 40-yard dash at 4.26 seconds. Francis Mauigoa espn.com, the top offensive line prospect, said he's open to a position change after developing through battles with Miami teammates Reuben Bain Jr. and Akheem Mesidor.