NFL Football 3d Briefing
×International Expansion
The Falcons espn.com will play their fifth international game in Madrid this season, joining the NFL's slate of nine overseas contests.
Dockery Developments
Ohio State espn.com could provide a major boost for the Commanders, with all four top-10 Buckeye prospects fitting Washington's needs. Taylen Green espn.com shattered combine records for quarterbacks, cementing his top-10 status. Brenen Thompson espn.com blazed a 4.26-second 40-yard dash, the third-fastest by a receiver since 2003. Top offensive line prospect Francisco Mauigoa espn.com credited battles with Miami teammates for his growth and is open to a position change.
Combine Superlatives
Personality and performance defined the combine, where speed and strength espn.com led the headlines but individuality made lasting impressions. Mel Kiper Jr. espn.com identified 13 standouts, including Chris Brazzell II and Dani Dennis-Sutton.
Mock Draft Projections
The combine espn.com reshaped Jordan Reid's two-round mock draft, featuring two trades and rising prospects across the board.
Free Agency Frenzy
The legal negotiating window opens March 9, but teams are already making moves. The Texans espn.com will release veteran safety Jimmie Ward. The Commanders espn.com intend to release cornerback Marshon Lattimore before the new league year. The Vikings espn.com will part ways with running back Aaron Jones and defensive tackle Javon Hargrave unless traded. The Chiefs espn.com informed offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor of an impending release to save $20 million in cap space.
Key Trades & Signings
A blockbuster trade espn.com sent running back David Montgomery from Detroit to Houston, impacting both teams' depth charts and fantasy outlooks. The Texans espn.com also dealt starting right tackle Tytus Howard to the Browns for a fifth-round pick. The Bengals espn.com retained right guard Dalton Risner on a one-year deal ahead of free agency.
Team-Specific News
The Commanders espn.com agreed to pay $1 million to settle a 2022 lawsuit alleging fan deception under previous ownership. Cowboys pass rusher espn.com Donovan Ezeiruaku underwent hip surgery and may miss training camp. The Texans' future espn.com with C.J. Stroud looms large despite no immediate trade. The Browns espn.com face limited options at quarterback in free agency, while the QB market espn.com remains fluid with the Vikings, Cardinals, Colts, and Dolphins all potential suitors.
Draft Prospect Spotlight
Sawyer Robertson espn.com, Mike Leach's last quarterback, faces a long NFL transition after years to master a college offense.