NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Major Free Agency Moves
Defensive end Danielle Hunter espn.com secured a one-year, $40 million contract extension with the Texans, solidifying their pass rush. Meanwhile, the Bears are releasing linebacker Tremaine Edmunds espn.com, creating $15 million in cap space as they retool their defense. The Seahawks bolstered their linebacker corps by reaching a deal with Drake Thomas espn.com on a two-year, $8 million contract.
Coaching Staff Updates
The 49ers are adding former Bears head coach Matt Eberflus espn.com to their defensive staff under Kyle Shanahan. In college football, former Packers special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia espn.com is joining Clemson in the same role, bringing his NFL experience to the college ranks.
Player Retirements and Releases
The Bears face an unexpected loss as Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman espn.com is retiring at age 27 after four NFL seasons. The Steelers are releasing veteran tight end Jonnu Smith espn.com, who arrived via trade last summer. The Giants are cutting starting middle linebacker Bobby Okereke espn.com, freeing up $9 million in salary cap space.
Salary Cap Management
The Vikings are expected to release defensive tackle Jonathan Allen espn.com as they continue addressing their salary cap deficit. They're also open to trading outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard espn.com while being more than $43 million over the cap. The Chargers saved $9.7 million against the cap by releasing guard Mekhi Becton espn.com.
Quarterback Situations
Veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers remains undecided on his playing status espn.com despite the Steelers hiring former Green Bay coach Mike McCarthy. The Cardinals are informing quarterback Kyler Murray espn.com of their intention to release him when the new league year begins, unless a trade materializes. The Colts have placed the rarely used transition tag on Daniel Jones espn.com, preserving their right to match any offer sheet.
Notable Player Developments
Browns star Myles Garrett received his ninth speeding ticket since 2017 espn.com after being clocked at 94 mph in a 70 mph zone. The Texans reached an agreement with offensive tackle Trent Brown espn.com on a one-year extension worth up to $7 million. Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan will become a free agent espn.com when the new league year begins.
Offseason Outlook
The Commanders are expected to be aggressive in free agency, particularly pursuing players at edge rusher, receiver and corner espn.com. The Patriots will release Stefon Diggs espn.com after one season, saving cap space and putting their wide receiver position back in question. The Titans came away impressed from the combine with Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love espn.com, who could be a target in the draft.
League Announcements
The NFL announced that the Arizona Cardinals and Carolina Panthers espn.com will face off in the Hall of Fame exhibition game on August 6 in Canton, Ohio. The Falcons will play their fifth European game espn.com, this time in Madrid, as part of the NFL's international series.
Personnel Changes
Former Packers president Bob Harlan, who helped restore the franchise to greatness espn.com, died at age. The Bengals did not use the franchise tag on defensive end Trey Hendrickson espn.com, making the 2024 All-Pro edge rusher available in free agency.