NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Roster Moves & Cap Management
The Giants espn.com are releasing starting middle linebacker Bobby Okereke, freeing up $9 million in salary cap space. The Texans espn.com will release veteran safety Jimmie Ward, saving $750,000. The Commanders espn.com plan to release cornerback Marshon Lattimore before the new league year. The Chiefs espn.com have informed offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor he will be released, saving $20 million on the cap. The Vikings espn.com informed running back Aaron Jones and defensive tackle Javon Hargrave they'll be released barring a trade.
Quarterback Market Developments
The Cardinals espn.com informed quarterback Kyler Murray they intend to release him next Wednesday unless a trade materializes. Murray should become a sought-after free agent target, though the Vikings espn.com also need quarterback help. The Colts espn.com placed the rarely used transition tag on Daniel Jones, preserving their right to match any offer sheet. The Bengals espn.com did not use the franchise tag on defensive end Trey Hendrickson, making the 2024 All-Pro edge rusher available in free agency.
Free Agency & Draft Impact
The Colts espn.com tagged Breece Hall, George Pickens and Kyle Pitts Sr. with franchise tags while using the transition tag on Jones. This creates significant ripple effects across the free agent market. The Commanders espn.com could find value in Ohio State prospects projected as top-10 selections. The Browns espn.com enter free agency with limited quarterback options as they search for their next starter.
Trades & Transactions
The Texans espn.com agreed to trade starting right tackle Tytus Howard to the Browns for a fifth-round draft pick. The Lions espn.com traded running back Montgomery to Houston after deciding to part ways with him. The Cowboys espn.com pass rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku underwent hip surgery five weeks ago and could miss training camp.
International Expansion
The Falcons espn.com will play a game in Madrid, marking their fifth European contest and one of nine international games scheduled for the coming NFL season.
Player Retirements & Health
The Bears espn.com center Drew Dalman is retiring at age 27 after four seasons with the Falcons and one with Chicago. The Cowboys Ezeiruaku's hip surgery could sideline him until training camp begins.
Contract Negotiations
The Rams espn.com have had "great dialogue" with Matthew Stafford entering the final season of his contract. The Texans espn.com face looming contract decisions about C.J. Stroud as they head into the offseason.