NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Free Agency Moves
Cameron Jordan espn.com will become a free agent when the new league year begins next week, sources told ESPN. Trent Brown espn.com and the Texans reached agreement on a one-year extension worth up to $7 million, agent Drew Rosenhaus said. The Bears espn.com have agreed to trade DJ Moore to the Bills, sources confirmed.
Veteran Cuts & Retirements
The Steelers espn.com are releasing veteran tight end Jonnu Smith after acquiring him from the Dolphins last summer. The Vikings espn.com are expected to release defensive tackle Jonathan Allen as they continue trimming salary cap commitments. The Bears espn.com center Drew Dalman is retiring at age 27 after four NFL seasons.
Quarterback Carousel
Aaron Rodgers espn.com says he remains undecided on his playing status for next season despite the Steelers hiring Mike McCarthy. The Cardinals espn.com informed Kyler Murray they intend to release him on the first day of the league year. The Colts espn.com placed the rarely used transition tag on Daniel Jones.
Trade Market Buzz
Minnesota espn.com is open to trading outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard as the Vikings seek cap relief. The Chiefs espn.com previously traded away a player of McDuffie's caliber before their Super Bowl run. Detroit espn.com traded Montgomery to Houston after deciding to part ways with the running back.
Contract Decisions
Bengals espn.com did not use the franchise tag on defensive end Trey Hendrickson, making the 2024 All-Pro available in free agency. The Texans espn.com will release veteran safety Jimmie Ward, saving $750K. The Giants espn.com are releasing starting middle linebacker Bobby Okereke, freeing up $9 million in cap space.
Draft & Combine Notes
Notre Dame espn.com running back Jeremiyah Love impressed Tennessee at the combine. Clemson espn.com hired former Packers special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia. Ohio State espn.com prospects could help Washington in the upcoming draft.
Legal & League News
The Chargers espn.com released guard Mekhi Becton, saving $9.7 million against the cap. The Commanders espn.com agreed to pay $1 million to settle a 2022 lawsuit alleging collusion to deceive fans. The Falcons espn.com will play a game in Madrid as part of the NFL's international schedule.
Speeding & Discipline
Browns espn.com star Myles Garrett was issued his ninth speeding ticket since 2017 after being clocked at 94 mph in a 70 mph zone. The Cardinals-Panthers espn.com will open the Hall of Fame game on August 6 in Canton.
Team Strategies
Washington espn.com is expected to pursue edge rusher, receiver and corner help aggressively in free agency. Tampa Bay espn.com is waiting on decisions about two of its most impactful players in team history. The Patriots espn.com will release Stefon Diggs after one season to save cap space.
Player Rankings & Projections
ESPN's espn.com top 100 free agents list includes Kenneth Walker III, Trey Hendrickson, Jauan Jennings and Malik Willis as potential targets. Our NFL Nation espn.com reporters simulated contract offers for free agent quarterback Malik Willis. Solak espn.com analyzed franchise and transition tag deadline dominoes.
Coaching & Staff Moves
The Rams espn.com have had "great dialogue" with Matthew Stafford entering the final season of his contract. The Packers former special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia joined Clemson's staff. The Steelers hired Mike McCarthy, with whom Aaron Rodgers won a Super Bowl in Green Bay.