NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Texans Roster Moves
The Texans espn.com will release veteran safety Jimmie Ward, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday. Houston also traded right tackle Tytus Howard espn.com to the Browns for a fifth-round draft pick. The team might not trade C.J. Stroud espn.com in the offseason but must begin planning for his future contract.
Commanders Transactions
The Commanders espn.com have informed cornerback Marshon Lattimore they intend to release him before the new league year begins. Washington also agreed to pay $1 million espn.com to settle a 2022 lawsuit alleging previous ownership colluded to deceive fans. The team informed Aaron Jones and Javon Hargrave espn.com they'll be released at the 2026 league year unless traded.
Lions Trade Impact
After parting ways with Montgomery, Detroit traded the running back espn.com to Houston. The move creates both fantasy and depth chart implications for both teams heading into the offseason.
Bengals Offensive Line
Cincinnati retained right guard Dalton Risner espn.com with a one-year deal, keeping one of their best offensive linemen ahead of free agency. The move strengthens their protection for Joe Burrow entering the offseason.
Chiefs Cap Savings
Kansas City informed Jawaan Taylor espn.com he will be released before the league year starts, saving the team $20 million in cap space. The move comes unless a trade can be worked out before the deadline.
Cowboys Injury Update
Cowboys pass rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku espn.com underwent hip surgery five weeks ago to repair a labrum tear. He could be sidelined until the start of training camp, impacting Dallas's defensive plans.
NFL Combine Highlights
Mississippi State's Brenen Thompson espn.com clocked a 4.26-second 40-yard dash, 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. Francis Mauigoa espn.com, the top offensive line prospect, said battles with Miami teammates made him better and he's open to position changes.
Quarterback Market Analysis
As Cleveland scours the QB landscape, the Browns face few options espn.com heading into free agency. Questions persist about what the Vikings, Cardinals, Colts and Dolphins will do at quarterback. Fernando Mendoza's draft position espn.com among first-round QBs from 2021-2025 is being evaluated as the 2026 draft approaches.
Draft Prospect Spotlight
It took former Baylor quarterback Sawyer Robertson espn.com years to get comfortable running an offense. His development timeline raises questions about whether he can make things work in the NFL after Mike Leach's departure from Texas Tech.
Top Combine Standouts
Mel Kiper Jr. identified 13 players espn.com who caught his attention during combine workouts, including Chris Brazzell II and Dani Dennis-Sutton. Their performances could impact draft positioning as teams finalize evaluations.