NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Roster Moves
Jimmie Ward espn.com will be released by the Texans as the team continues its roster overhaul. Tyron Howard espn.com has been traded to the Browns for a fifth-round pick, adding depth to Cleveland's offensive line. The Commanders espn.com will release cornerback Marshon Lattimore before the new league year begins, while the team has agreed to pay espn.com $1 million to settle a 2022 lawsuit with the District of Columbia.
Contract Decisions
The Bengals espn.com retained offensive lineman Dalton Risner with a one-year deal. Dalton Risner has been one of Cincinnati's most consistent offensive linemen. The Chiefs espn.com will release offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor, saving $20 million in cap space. Aaron Jones espn.com and Javon Hargrave are expected to be released by the Vikings at the start of the 2026 league year.
QB Situations
C.J. Stroud's espn.com future with the Texans is under evaluation as the team approaches offseason decisions. The Browns espn.com are exploring quarterback options in free agency, though they currently have limited choices. Taylen Green espn.com set several positional combine records during his weekend workout in Indianapolis, boosting his draft stock as a top-10 quarterback prospect.
Combine Performances
Brenen Thompson espn.com ran a 4.26-second 40-yard dash, the third fastest by a wide receiver at the combine since 2003. Francis Mauigoa espn.com, the top offensive line prospect, indicated he's open to a position change after daily battles with Miami teammates improved his skills. Mel Kiper Jr. espn.com highlighted 13 prospects who helped their draft stock during combine workouts, including Chris Brazzell II and Dani Dennis-Sutton.