NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Player Signings & Contract Extensions
Defensive end Danielle Hunter espn.com agreed to a one-year, $40 million contract extension with the Texans, a significant addition to their defensive line. Inside linebacker Drake Thomas espn.com reached a two-year, $8 million agreement with the Seahawks while offensive tackle Trent Brown espn.com signed a one-year extension worth up to $7 million to return to Houston.
Roster Moves & Cap Space
The Bears are releasing linebacker Tremaine Edmunds espn.com, a move that creates $15 million in salary cap space. Starting middle linebacker Bobby Okereke espn.com will be released by the Giants, freeing up $9 million in cap room. Veteran tight end Jonnu Smith espn.com is being let go by the Steelers after just one season with the team. The Chargers released guard Mekhi Becton espn.com, saving $9.7 million against the salary cap.
Quarterback News
Quarterback Kyler Murray espn.com will be released by the Cardinals next week, barring a trade, ending his time in Arizona. Veteran QB Aaron Rodgers espn.com remains undecided on his playing status for next season despite Mike McCarthy's hiring. The Colts placed the transition tag on QB Daniel Jones espn.com, preserving their right to match any offer sheet in free agency. The Rams have had "great dialogue" with Matthew Stafford espn.com regarding his contract situation.
Defensive Player Movement
Defensive end Cameron Jordan espn.com will become a free agent when the new league year begins next week. The Vikings are open to trading outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard espn.com as they seek relief from being more than $43 million over the salary cap. Jonathan Allen espn.com is expected to be released by the Vikings as they continue to address their salary cap deficit.
Notable Retirements & Passings
Pro Bowl center Drew Dalman espn.com is retiring at age 27 after four seasons with the Falcons and one with Chicago. Former Packers president Bob Harlan espn.com, who helped restore the franchise to greatness, died Thursday at the age of.
Off-Field Issues
Browns star Myles Garrett espn.com was issued a citation for speeding—his ninth since entering the NFL in 2017—after he was clocked going 94 mph in a 70 mph zone. Former Packers special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia espn.com will take on the same role at Clemson.
International & Draft News
The NFL announced espn.com that the Falcons will play a game in Madrid this season. The Arizona Cardinals espn.com will take on the Carolina Panthers in the annual Hall of Fame exhibition game on August 6. Tennessee came away impressed from the combine with the draft's top running back prospect espn.com.