NFL Football 3d Briefing
×Trades and Signings
Maxx Crosby espn.com is heading to the Ravens in a deal that raises questions about Baltimore's contender status and Las Vegas's future plans. The Texans espn.com have agreed to a one-year, $40 million contract extension with defensive end Danielle Hunter, while also re-signing espn.com veteran offensive tackle Trent Brown. In another significant move, the Chiefs espn.com have traded away cornerback Trent McDuffie, reminiscent of past moves that preceded Super Bowl runs. The Commanders espn.com are expected to be aggressive pursuing players at edge rusher, receiver and corner positions to support quarterback Jayden Daniels.
Contract and Cap Moves
Deshaun Watson espn.com has had his contract restructured by the Browns, freeing close to $36 million in cap space. Meanwhile, Tommy DeVito espn.com has agreed to a two-year, $7.4 million deal with the Patriots. The Chargers espn.com released guard Mekhi Becton, saving $9.7 million against the salary cap, while Lamar Jackson espn.com's contract situation in Baltimore remains a significant point of focus for the Ravens. The Bears espn.com are releasing linebacker Tremaine Edmunds, creating $15 million in cap space, and the Bills espn.com have released veteran nickel corner Taron Johnson, wide receiver Curtis Samuel, safety Taylor Rapp and cornerback Dane Jackson to get cap compliant.
Player Movement and Retirements
Vikings espn.com center Ryan Kelly has announced his retirement after 10 seasons, while the Texans have released espn.com veteran running back Joe Mixon following a lost 2025 season. The longest-tenured Lion, offensive lineman Taylor Decker espn.com, has requested his release, and the Steelers espn.com are releasing veteran tight end Jonnu Smith. In other moves, the Seahawks espn.com have reached an agreement with inside linebacker Drake Thomas on a two-year, $8 million contract, and the Rams espn.com are re-signing safety Kam Curl to a three-year, $36 million contract.
Coaching and Staff Changes
The 49ers espn.com have hired former Bears head coach Matt Eberflus to their defensive staff, while former Packers special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia espn.com has joined Clemson's staff in the same role. The Chargers espn.com have agreed to a deal with free agent center Tyler Biadasz, who will replace retired Bradley Bozeman.
Draft and Fantasy Analysis
Mike Clay espn.com has released his fantasy football rookie rankings for 2026, with Jeremiyah Love at the top. The Titans espn.com are reportedly considering the electrifying Notre Dame running back with the No. 4 pick, coming away impressed from the combine.
Notable News
Stefon Diggs espn.com will be released by the Patriots after one season, saving cap space and creating questions at the receiver position. Veteran quarterback 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 will take on the Carolina Panthers in the annual Hall of Fame exhibition game on Aug. 6. Elsewhere, Browns star Myles Garrett espn.com was issued his ninth speeding ticket since entering the NFL in 2017 after being clocked going 94 mph in a 70 mph zone.