NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Major Roster Moves
The Patriots espn.com are set to release wide receiver Stefon Diggs after just one season in New England. Meanwhile, the Chiefs espn.com have agreed to a blockbuster trade sending All-Pro cornerback Trent McDuffie to the Rams in exchange for four draft picks, including the 29th overall selection in the 2026 NFL draft. The Cardinals espn.com have informed quarterback Kyler Murray they intend to release him on the first day of the league year next Wednesday unless a trade materializes.
Free Agency & Contract News
Daniel Jones espn.com received the rarely used transition tag from the Colts, giving them the right to match any offer sheet he receives. Breece Hall espn.com and George Pickens were franchise-tagged by their respective teams, while Kyle Pitts Sr. also received the franchise designation. The Bengals espn.com opted not to use the franchise tag on defensive end Trey Hendrickson, making the 2024 All-Pro edge rusher available when free agency opens.
Coaching & Staff Changes
Former Packers special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia espn.com has joined Clemson's staff in the same role, moving from the NFL to the college ranks. Sean McVay espn.com said the Rams have had "great dialogue" with Matthew Stafford entering the final season of the quarterback's contract.
Salary Cap Moves
The Chargers espn.com released guard Mekhi Becton in a move that saved them $9.7 million against the salary cap. The Giants espn.com are releasing starting middle linebacker Bobby Okereke, freeing up $9 million in cap space. The Chiefs espn.com have informed offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor that he will be released before the start of the league year, saving approximately $20 million on the cap.
Trades & Transactions
The Texans espn.com have agreed to trade starting right tackle Tytus Howard to the Browns for a fifth-round draft pick. The Texans espn.com also acquired running back David Montgomery from the Lions in a separate trade. The Commanders espn.com have informed cornerback Marshon Lattimore that they intend to release him before the new league year begins.
Player Updates
Cowboys pass rusher Donovan Ezeiruaku espn.com underwent hip surgery to repair a labrum tear five weeks ago and could be out until the start of training camp. The Bears espn.com center Drew Dalman has informed the team that he's retiring at age 27 after four seasons in the NFL.
Draft & Combine
NFL free agency espn.com opens with the legal negotiating window on March 9, with analysts highlighting potential sleepers and players who might break the bank. Mel Kiper Jr. espn.com identified 13 prospects who stood out at the NFL combine and helped their draft stock, including Chris Brazzell II and Dani Dennis-Sutton.
Schedule & International Games
The Cardinals-Panthers game espn.com will kick off the preseason as the Hall of Fame exhibition game on August 6. The Falcons espn.com will play an international game in Madrid, marking their fifth European contest as the NFL continues expanding its international presence.
Legal & Administrative
The Commanders espn.com have agreed to pay $1 million to the District of Columbia to settle a 2022 lawsuit alleging the team under previous ownership colluded to deceive fans.