NFL Football 3d Briefing
×NFL Free Agency & Roster Moves
The Commanders espn.com are expected to pursue aggressive upgrades at edge rusher, receiver, and cornerback positions in free agency to support Jayden Daniels. Meanwhile, the Steelers espn.com are releasing veteran tight end Jonnu Smith after acquiring him via trade last summer. The Vikings espn.com are expected to release defensive tackle Jonathan Allen as they continue to reduce their salary cap deficit, while the Bears espn.com are dealing with the retirement of Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman at age. The Texans espn.com will release veteran safety Jimmie Ward to save cap space, and the Chargers espn.com have cut guard Mekhi Becton to save $9.7 million against the salary cap.
Quarterback Carousel
Aaron Rodgers espn.com remains undecided on his playing status for next season despite the Steelers hiring Mike McCarthy, with whom he won a Super Bowl in Green Bay. The Cardinals espn.com informed quarterback Kyler Murray they intend to release him on the first day of the league year next Wednesday unless a trade materializes. The Colts espn.com have placed the rarely used transition tag on quarterback Daniel Jones, preserving their right to match any offer sheet. The Falcons espn.com need quarterback help, and Kyler Murray should become a sought-after option in free agency. The Commanders espn.com are among the teams that could make a strong case to land free agent quarterback Malik Willis.
Contract Extensions & Franchise Tags
The Bengals espn.com did not use the franchise tag on defensive end Trey Hendrickson, making the 2024 All-Pro edge rusher available to sign with another team when free agency opens. The Jets espn.com franchise-tagged running back Breece Hall, while the Steelers did the same with receiver George Pickens. The Browns espn.com star Myles Garrett was issued his ninth speeding ticket since entering the NFL in 2017 after being clocked at 94 mph in a 70 mph zone.
Draft & Combine Developments
Notre Dame espn.com running back Jeremiyah Love impressed the Titans at the combine, potentially positioning him as a top-10 pick. The Commanders espn.com could find value in Ohio State prospects, with all four Buckeyes projected as possible top-10 selections making sense for Washington. The Cardinals-Panthers espn.com will kick off the Hall of Fame exhibition season on August 6, featuring Cardinals legend Larry Fitzgerald and Panthers great Luke Kuechly.
Legal & Personnel Changes
The Giants espn.com are releasing starting middle linebacker Bobby Okereke, freeing up $9 million in salary cap space. The Commanders espn.com have agreed to pay $1 million to the District of Columbia to settle a 2022 lawsuit alleging the NFL team under previous ownership colluded to deceive fans. The Vikings espn.com are open to trading outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard as they seek relief from being more than $43 million over the salary cap.
Coaching & Staff Moves
Former Packers espn.com special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia is joining Clemson's staff in the same role at the college level. Sean McVay espn.com said the Rams have had "great dialogue" with Matthew Stafford entering the final season of the quarterback's contract. The Chiefs espn.com traded away cornerback Trent McDuffie, the last time they moved a player of his caliber they went to three straight Super Bowls.
International Expansion
The NFL espn.com announced the Falcons will play a game in Madrid as part of nine international games scheduled for the coming season, marking Atlanta's fifth European appearance.