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NFL Moves & Departures

The Texans will release veteran safety Jimmie Ward, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. The Commanders agreed to pay $1M to the District of Columbia to settle a 2022 lawsuit alleging collusion under previous ownership. Detroit traded Montgomery to Houston after parting ways with the running back. The Commanders intend to release Lattimore before the new league year. The Bengals retained Risner with a one-year deal. The Texans traded Howard to the Browns for a fifth-round pick. The Chiefs will cut Taylor to save $20M on the cap. Cowboys pass rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku underwent hip surgery. The curious case of quarterback Sawyer Robertson faces NFL challenges. Houston heads into offseason with contract decisions on C.J. Stroud. Mel Kiper Jr. highlighted combine standouts.

Depth Chart Shifts

The Montgomery trade impacts both Lions and Texans depth charts. The Commanders' Lattimore release creates a cornerback vacancy. The Chiefs' Taylor cut affects offensive line depth. The Bengals' Risner retention solidifies their guard position. The Texans' Stroud future remains uncertain. Kiper's combine analysis focuses on prospects like Brazzell and Dennis-Sutton.