NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Combine Highlights
Mississippi State's Brenen Thompson espn.com clocked a blazing 4.26-second 40-yard dash Saturday, the third fastest by a wide receiver at the combine since 2003. Taylen Green espn.com, a top-10 quarterback prospect, set several positional combine records during Saturday's workout in Indianapolis. Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love espn.com, No. 2 on ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr.'s Big Board, said he will not be one of the combine players who sits out the 40-yard dash or any combine drills Saturday.
Draft Prospects
Francis Mauigoa espn.com, the top offensive line prospect in the NFL draft, said he's open to a position change. He credits daily battles with Miami teammates Reuben Bain Jr. and Akheem Mesidor for making him better. Former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson espn.com said Friday at the NFL's scouting combine that he's prepared to show NFL talent evaluators that he is a "franchise quarterback." Ohio State safety Caleb Downs espn.com said being the "best defender" should carry more weight than positional value when selecting players in the NFL draft.
Combine Standouts
Quarterback Diego Pavia espn.com wasn't fazed by criticism at Vanderbilt, and it doesn't appear that's going to change now that he's on the NFL's doorstep. Former Vols CB Jermod McCoy espn.com says he is fully healed from a right ACL injury and expects to have "no limits" during his upcoming pro day at Tennessee. ESPN's draft experts espn.com weighed in on Day 3 risers and standouts at RB, QB and WR, highlighting a speedy workout from Jeremiyah Love and some records for Taylen Green.
Free Agency & Trades
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones espn.com acknowledged Friday that he has let the fans down with Dallas' championship drought and has promised change -- starting with the team's approach to free agency. The Colts have given quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. espn.com permission to seek a trade, his agent told ESPN. ESPN's analysts espn.com handed out report cards on big offseason moves, starting with the Jermaine Johnson-T'Vondre Sweat trade.
Team Moves
The Atlanta Falcons espn.com dismissed La Troy Lewis from his role as assistant defensive line coach Friday after sexual assault allegations surfaced against him. The Packers espn.com hired Cam Achord, a Super Bowl-winning special teams coordinator, for the same role. The Broncos espn.com enter the 2026 offseason with a clean slate after being saddled with massive dead money cap hits over the past two years.
Salary Cap News
The NFL salary cap espn.com has topped $300 million for the first time in league history, landing at $301.2 million for 2026. This new high gives teams more flexibility heading into free agency and contract negotiations.
Union Updates
The NFLPA espn.com has narrowed its search for a permanent executive director, sources told ESPN, with current interim David White and former player president JC Tretretter among the finalists. The union's leadership will play a crucial role in upcoming CBA negotiations.
Free Agent Fits
ESPN's analysts espn.com found free agent fits for all 32 teams this offseason, suggesting Mike Evans to the Bills, Malik Willis to the Jets, and Riq Woolen to the Jaguars. These potential signings could significantly impact team rosters heading into next season.
Historical Context
ESPN's analysts espn.com ranked every quarterback picked in Round 1 from 2021 to 2025 based on predraft evaluations -- and then slotted in the expected No. 1 pick for 2026. This analysis provides context for how current prospects might be valued in the upcoming draft.
Super Bowl MVP Watch
Walker could become only the fourth player espn.com to win Super Bowl MVP and begin the next season on another team. This rare occurrence highlights the business side of the NFL, where even the league's biggest stars can change teams.
Miscellaneous
Shedeur Sanders espn.com gave Todd Monken a porcelain horse head for his 60th birthday, continuing a playful tradition. The Cleveland Browns quarterback also got a horse head of his own, for a very simple reason. ESPN's Liz Loza espn.com looks at rookies who could make a splash in Indianapolis and climb up boards throughout the draft process.