NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Draft & Trade Buzz
Executives and scouts espn.com are weighing in on the Raiders' No. 1 pick and the 2026 draft class. The Cowboys and free-agent-to-be Javonte Williams espn.com agreed to a three-year deal worth $16 million guaranteed. Meanwhile, speculation continues about whether Maxx Crosby espn.com could be traded this offseason and what the Raiders might receive in return.
Coaching & Staff Moves
De Meco Ryans espn.com has exceeded expectations in his third year as Texans head coach, helping Houston recover from its worst three-year stretch in franchise history. The Rams are promoting Nate Scheelhaase espn.com to offensive coordinator while making Dave Ragone their co-offensive coordinator/QB coach. Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald espn.com chose Brian Fleury as offensive coordinator because "his vision... was aligned with how we want it to."
Player Futures
Mike Evans espn.com is exploring his options as he considers playing a 13th season with the Buccaneers. Travis Kelce espn.com remains in talks with the Chiefs about his future, with coach Andy Reid offering positive updates on negotiations. Tyreek Hill espn.com is also at the center of free agency buzz as teams evaluate his market value.
Contract & Extension Talks
Jaxon Smith-Njigba espn.com believes he deserves to be the NFL's highest-paid wide receiver when he signs his next deal with the Super Bowl champion Seahawks. Jahmyr Gibbs espn.com is having a historic start with the Lions, scoring at a rate few players have matched, which could position him for a record contract extension this offseason.
Legal & Business News
A sneaker company is suing Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce espn.com along with their restaurant partners for alleged trademark infringement. The Cowboys saved $6.5 million against the salary cap by waiving linebacker Logan Wilson espn.com on Thursday.
Offseason Strategy
The Steelers are considering a quarterback reset espn.com at the NFL combine, with Aaron Rodgers potentially serving as a bridge while they search for a franchise QB. Teams are evaluating which positions are deepest and thinnest in free agency, with edge rusher help espn.com being particularly abundant this year.
Player Perspectives
Eric Weddle, Tony Jefferson and Andrew Whitworth espn.com shared stories about their journeys in and out of retirement, offering insight into how NFL players decide when to walk away from the game. Tyler Shough espn.com is balancing fatherhood and football during an eventful offseason that included Mardi Gras celebrations and award ceremonies in New Orleans.