NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Major Contracts & Extensions
Danielle Hunter and the Texans agreed to a one-year, $40 million contract extension, a source confirmed to ESPN. Trent Brown and the Texans also reached agreement on a one-year extension worth up to $7 million, according to agent Drew Rosenhaus. Drake Thomas signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the Seahawks, a source confirmed.
Roster Moves & Free Agency
The Bears are releasing linebacker Tremaine Edmunds, creating $15 million in cap space. Cameron Jordan will become a free agent when the new league year begins next week, sources told ESPN. The Commanders are expected to pursue star-level help at edge rusher, receiver and cornerback in free agency to support Jayden Daniels.
Coaching Changes
The 49ers are hiring former Bears head coach Matt Eberflus to their defensive staff, a source confirmed to ESPN. The Bucs are working to bring back linebacker Lavonte David as they prepare for the offseason.
Trades & Strategy
The Chiefs traded away cornerback Trent McDuffie in a move that mirrors their previous trade of a high-caliber player before reaching three straight Super Bowls. The Bears and Chiefs made blockbuster moves involving DJ Moore and McDuffie, with implications for all four teams involved.
League Notes
Former Packers president Bob Harlan, who helped restore the franchise to greatness, died Thursday at age. The NFL combine continues in Indianapolis with teams evaluating prospects and planning their offseason strategies.