NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Contract Negotiations Intensify
Colts general manager Chris Ballard remains confident about reaching contract extensions with receiver Alec Pierce and quarterback Daniel Jones before the free agency period begins. The 49ers are working to resolve left tackle Trent Williams' contract, with GM John Lynch offering a more optimistic view than recent reports suggested a stalemate. Meanwhile, the Cowboys have made an offer to kicker Brandon Aubrey that would set a new NFL high, but his agent is pushing for a deal valued near $10 million per season.
Quarterback Market in Flux
The Bills are giving wide receiver Keon Coleman another opportunity, with GM Brandon Beane challenging him to recapture his previous training camp mindset. A trade for Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson would be complex, according to director of player personnel Duke Tobin. The Cardinals situation with Kyler Murray is unclear, as a source refuted GM Monti Ossenfort's claim that they had spoken since the season ended. The Vikings are exploring all options to improve their quarterback play for 2026, and the Falcons will release Kirk Cousins on the first day of the new league year. Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan stated everything's on the table regarding Tua Tagovailoa's future, while the Jets plan to franchise tag running back Breece Hall if a deal isn't reached.
Coaching and Playcalling Moves
Sean Payton confirmed offensive coordinator Davis Webb will call plays for the Broncos this season. Panthers coach Dave Canales has ceded playcalling duties to offensive coordinator Brad Idzik, a decision made independently of front-office pressure. The Ravens are confident about a Lamar Jackson extension and have made a "market-setting" proposal to center Tyler Linderbaum.
Team Decisions and Player Futures
Lions offensive tackle Taylor Decker signaled his return for an 11th season via social media, and the team will play in Munich this fall, marking their first international game since 2015. Despite wanting Mike Evans to stay, the Bucs believe the veteran receiver has earned the right to test free agency. Packers GM Brian Gutekunst addressed topics including Micah Parsons, Josh Jacobs, and the departure of special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia. Raiders GM John Spytek expects Maxx Crosby to remain with the team amid trade rumors, and Steelers GM Omar Khan noted Aaron Rodgers "knows how we feel" about a potential return. The Jets will use the franchise tag on Breece Hall if necessary, and Tyler Smith underwent minor knee surgery but is expected to be fully ready for April's offseason program.
League News and Combine Buzz
Texans GM Nick Caserio called trade speculation about C.J. Stroud "moronic." The Bears believe they deserve draft compensation after the Falcons hired Ian Cunningham as their new general manager. The UFL will award four points for 60-plus-yard field goals and ban most punts inside the opponent's 50 for its 2026 season. The NFL combine is underway, featuring top