NFL Football 3d Briefing
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Sean Payton espn.com and Mike Vrabel expressed concern this week over replay errors in 1 p.m. games last season. Arvell Reese espn.com, one of the top prospects in April's NFL draft, declared himself an "outside linebacker/edge" rusher during media interviews at the combine Wednesday.
Trade Market Moves
The Bears have granted linebacker Tremaine Edmunds permission to find a trade, a source confirmed to ESPN. The Broncos espn.com have hired Colorado DC Robert Livingston to be their defensive passing-game coordinator, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Wednesday.
Coaching Changes
Panthers coach Dave Canales espn.com is ceding playcalling duties to offensive coordinator Brad Idzik, saying the decision was made without pressure from the GM or owner. Broncos coach Sean Payton espn.com said Tuesday that offensive coordinator Davis Webb will be Denver's playcaller this season.
Free Agency Outlook
The Cowboys have extended an offer to Brandon Aubrey that would make him the highest-paid kicker in the NFL, sources told ESPN, but Aubrey's agent has asked for a deal closer to $10 million per season. The Jets espn.com will use one of the tags at their disposal on running back Breece Hall if they can't reach an agreement with the running back before Tuesday's deadline.
Contract Negotiations
Ravens GM Eric De Costa said he's confident about a contract extension for QB Lamar Jackson while the team has made a "market-setting" proposal to Tyler Linderbaum. Colts general manager Chris Ballard espn.com said he remains hopeful that the team can get deals done with receiver Alec Pierce and quarterback Daniel Jones before free agency begins.
Quarterback Carousel
New Falcons GM Ian Cunningham espn.com has informed QB Kirk Cousins that the team will release him March 11, the first day of the league year. Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan espn.com said "everything is on the table" regarding quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, whose reps confirmed to the GM that Tagovailoa still wants to play.
Front Office Updates
Steelers GM Omar Khan espn.com is hoping for a quick resolution when it comes to the possible return of Aaron Rodgers at the team's starter next season. Raiders GM John Spytek espn.com said he expects star defensive end Maxx Crosby to play for the team in 2026 amid trade speculation.
Player Performance
Defensive end Rueben Bain Jr. said no team has mentioned arm length to him during his interviews, focusing on his play instead. Bills GM Brandon Beane espn.com said the team is challenging embattled WR Keon Coleman to come in with the same attitude he had to start training camp last season.
International Expansion
For the first time since 2015, the Lions will play an international game, this time in Munich, Germany, with their opponent and date to be named later. The UFL will award four points for field goals of at least 60 yards, and ban most punts inside of the opponent's 50 for its 2026 season.
Veteran Moves
Lions offensive lineman Taylor Decker indicated in a social media post Tuesday that he's putting off retirement to return for his 11th NFL season. Chargers starting center Bradley Bozeman espn.com has announced his retirement after eight years in the NFL and 110 starts.
Salary Cap Management
The Chiefs released veteran defensive end Mike Danna on Monday as they work to get under the salary cap by the start of the new league year in two weeks. Bengals director of player personnel Duke Tobin espn.com said a trade involving defensive end Trey Hendrickson could prove challenging.
Special Teams Updates
NFL competition committee co-chairman Rich Mc Kay said Sunday that he is not anticipating an attempt to ban the tush push this year. The NFL competition committee is discussing the possibility of authorizing replay officials to throw flags for non-football acts.
College Football Connections
Four-star quarterback Gunner Rivers, son of NC State legend and eight-time NFL Pro Bowler Philip Rivers, has committed to the Wolfpack. Bears believe espn.com they should receive draft compensation after the Falcons hired Ian Cunningham as their new general manager last month.
Roster Cuts
The Patriots have released running back Antonio Gibson, the team announced Monday. The Cowboys' All-Pro left guard Tyler Smith espn.com had minor cleanup surgery on his right knee, sources told ESPN, but will be 100% ready for the offseason program in April.