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Last updated: April 14, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Pre-Draft Maneuvering & Roster Moves

As the draft approaches, teams are solidifying personnel decisions, with the Dallas Cowboys and Lions advised to trade down according to recent analysis, a strategy Detroit GM Brad Holmes has shown willingness to execute for favorable positioning. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Eagles reiterated their commitment to A.J. Brown despite acquiring wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks, suggesting they still value their established talent while also seeking additional youth for the pass-catching corps, a need also present in San Francisco, where the 49ers aim to add another receiver in the draft following free-agency acquisitions. On the defensive side, safety Nasir Adderley signed with the Colts just two months after announcing his return from a three-year retirement following the 2022 season, signaling a potential boost to Indianapolis' secondary depth.

Contract Talks & League Expansion

Contract negotiations remain active, as the New York Giants reported "productive" discussions with the agent for defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence in an effort to resolve his trade request before the season commences. On the league operations front, the NFL announced the hiring of Brian Flinn as the new senior vice president of global flag football overseeing league expansion efforts into international markets. In news related to affiliated leagues, UFL coach Ted Ginn Jr. returned to the Columbus Aviators sideline for Friday’s game after missing one week following his weekend arrest on a DWI charge, with the league confirming his status Tuesday.

Tributes & Industry Remembrance

The league mourned the passing of former Arizona Cardinals head coach and long-time Tennessee assistant Dave McGinnis, who died Monday at the age of 74. Tributes poured in for the decorated coach, including personal recollections from writer Jeff Legwold, who shared memories detailing their bond over shared experiences such as combine breakfasts and their affinity for large trucks.