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The Cardinals espn.com will release quarterback Kyler Murray next week, making him the most sought-after free agent at the position. This move directly impacts espn.com the Vikings, who are also searching for a new QB and now face increased competition for services like Kirk Cousins. Indianapolis espn.com placed its rarely used transition tag on Daniel Jones, preserving the right to match any offer sheet, while New York espn.com used the franchise tag on him instead.
Franchise Tag Decisions
The deadline for franchise and transition tags saw several key players secured. Breece Hall, George Pickens, and Kyle Pitts Sr. all received the franchise tag from their teams. Conversely, the Bengals espn.com let pass rusher Trey Hendrickson hit unrestricted free agency by not tagging the 2024 All-Pro, a major cap casualty espn.com that tops the free-agent rankings.
Cap Casualties & Trades
Multiple teams espn.com are moving players to create salary cap space. The Vikings are open to trading outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard, while also planning to release espn.com running back Aaron Jones and defensive tackle Javon Hargrave. The Chiefs espn.com will cut offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor to save $20 million. The Texans espn.com traded right tackle Tytus Howard to the Browns for a fifth-round pick, and the Commanders espn.com intend to release cornerback Marshon Lattimore.
Player Moves & Retirements
Drew Dalman espn.com retired unexpectedly at age, leaving the Bears without their Pro Bowl center. The Bengals espn.com retained guard Dalton Risner on a one-year deal. The Rams espn.com continue "great dialogue" with Matthew Stafford on a new contract. The Cowboys espn.com saw pass rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku undergo hip surgery, potentially delaying his training camp debut.
International & Combine News
The Falcons espn.com will play a game in Madrid, adding to the NFL's nine international games this season. The combine produced top standouts espn.com like Chris Brazzell II and Dani Dennis-Sutton, and mock drafts espn.com now project major shakeups in the top 64 picks following the event.
Draft Strategy & QB Market
Ohio State espn.com could provide multiple top-10 solutions for the Commanders. The Texans espn.com must begin planning for C.J. Stroud's future contract, even if a trade isn't imminent. The Browns espn.com are exploring quarterback options in a weak free-agent class, while new intel espn.com suggests the Vikings, Cardinals, Colts, and Dolphins will dominate the QB market narrative.