NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Combine Highlights
Mississippi State’s Brenen Thompson espn.com set a combine record with a 4.26-second 40-yard dash, the third-fastest by a WR since 2003. Meanwhile, Taylen Green espn.com, a top-10 QB prospect, broke positional records during Saturday’s workouts. Francis Mauigoa espn.com, the top OL prospect, hinted at a position change, crediting daily battles with Miami teammates for his growth. Jeremiyah Love espn.com, ranked No. 2 on ESPN’s draft board, confirmed he’d participate in all combine drills, including the 40-yard dash. Day 3 saw standout performances, including Green’s records and Love’s speed espn.com. Jermod McCoy espn.com, a CB prospect, stated his knee is fully healed, expecting “no limits” at his pro day.
Draft Prospects
Fernando Mendoza espn.com was ranked among Round 1 QBs from 2021–2025, with analysts projecting his 2026 draft slot. Diego Pavia espn.com, criticized for polarizing playstyle, remains unapologetic ahead of the draft. Ty Simpson espn.com vowed to prove he’s a “franchise quarterback,” while Caleb Downs espn.com insisted his defensive prowess outweighs positional value. Anthony Richardson espn.com received permission to seek a trade from the Colts. Shedeur Sanders joked about receiving a porcelain horse head as a 60th birthday gift from the Browns.
Free Agency & Salary Cap
Jerry Jones espn.com admitted Dallas’ championship drought and pledged to boost spending in free agency. The NFL salary cap espn.com hit $301.2M for 2026, a league high. The Falcons espn.com fired defensive line coach La Troy Lewis amid sexual assault allegations. The NFLPA espn.com narrowed its exec director search to David White and JC Tretter. Free agent fits espn.com included Mike Evans to the Bills and Riq Woolen to the Jaguars. The Seahawks face decisions on re-signing Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III.
Team Moves
The Packers espn.com hired Cam Achord, a Super Bowl-winning special teams coach, to bolster their unit. The Jets espn.com earned praise for the Johnson-Sweat trade, deemed a “clear winner” in offseason moves.
Other Updates
Shedeur Sanders espn.com received an unusual gift, while the Giants’ ownership espn.com faces scrutiny over fact-finding efforts. Walker’s potential departure espn.com could make him the fourth Super Bowl