NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×International Games & Team Moves
The NFL announced Tuesday that the Falcons would be playing a game in Madrid, one of the league's nine international games this coming season. Meanwhile, the Texans will release veteran safety Jimmie Ward, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday, saving the team $750,000 in cap space.
Draft & Combine Analysis
All four Ohio State Buckeyes players projected as possible top-10 selections could make sense for Washington according to recent analysis. Now that the 2026 combine is in the books, how could the NFL draft shake out? Jordan Reid projects the first two rounds -- including two trades -- in his latest mock draft.
Free Agency & Roster Changes
NFL free agency opens with the legal negotiating window on March 9. Here are the latest re-signings, franchise tags, trades and intel as teams prepare for the new league year. The Commanders have informed cornerback Marshon Lattimore that they intend to release him before the new league year begins next week, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday.
Combine Standouts & Team Updates
Speed and strength headlined the event, but personality powered the biggest impressions at the NFL combine. After deciding to part ways with Montgomery, Detroit traded the running back to Houston, creating both fantasy and depth chart impacts for both the Lions and Texans.
Legal & Financial Settlements
The Commanders have agreed to pay $1 million to the District of Columbia to settle a lawsuit from 2022 that alleged the NFL team under previous ownership colluded to deceive fans. This settlement comes as the franchise continues to reshape its operations under new ownership.