NFL Football 3 Days

Last updated: March 26, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Contract & Legal Maneuvers

Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett adjusted his contract with the Browns as the team officially modified the language on the reigning award winner's deal earlier this week, according to league sources. Separately, the league faces mounting off-field legal pressures, including a civil lawsuit filed against Rams receiver Puka Nacua alleging an "unprovoked antisemitic statement" and a subsequent bite on the shoulder, while a new suit targeting the NFL, Fan Duel, and Draft Kings over gambling addiction concerns was brought in a Pennsylvania state court on Tuesday. These incidents arrive as labor talks between the NFL & the [NFL Referees Association] stalled without progress toward a new CBA, prompting the competition committee to finalize proposed rule tweaks to account for the potential use of replacement officials.

Offseason Roster Adjustments & Departures

Roster activity continued across the league with several key signings and announcements, including former Dolphin Tua Tagovailoa stating he must play better football to secure the starting quarterback job in Atlanta, shortly after the Falcons added veteran running back Brian Robinson on a one-year, $2.5 million agreement according to NFL Network. Meanwhile, linebacker Lavonte David announced his retirement after a 14-year career with the Buccaneers where he served as a 12-time captain, a move that followed the Bucs signing linebacker Christian Rozeboom from the [Panthers] on Monday. In the quarterback room shuffling, the Saints secured depth by agreeing to a one-year deal with Zach Wilson, while the Patriots opted to release Joshua Dobbs, elevating Sam DeVito to the backup role on Monday.

Team Operations & Schedule Shifts

The Seahawks, fresh off their Super Bowl victory, will initiate their title defense by hosting their Week 1 game on a Wednesday instead of the traditional Thursday night slot, necessitated by their scheduled international appearance in Australia this year. to future league events, NFL owners are reportedly set to vote on making Las Vegas the host city for Super Bowl LXIII following the 2028 season sources confirmed. Away from the field logistics, the Bills unveiled new renderings for Highmark Stadium, which will feature three massive stainless steel bison statues anchoring a new year-round plaza outside the venue this season.

Quarterback Health & Locker Room Commentary

Patrick Mahomes provided an encouraging update on his recovery from December knee surgery, posting the first public video clip of himself dropping back and throwing during a training session on Wednesday, suggesting progress toward readiness sources confirmed. Elsewhere, veteran quarterback Joe Flacco, who recently rejoined the Bengals as Joe Burrow's backup, voiced his conviction that other teams were "dumb" for passing on him to be their primary starter this season he stated. In other quarterback news, former coach Mike McCarthy commented that a potential reunion with Aaron Rodgers in Pittsburgh would constitute a "great story" for the league he remarked.

Draft Prospects & Coaching Changes

The evaluation process for the upcoming draft continues, exemplified by wide receiver Carnell Tate electing not to run the 40-yard dash at Ohio State's Pro Day on Wednesday, arguing the metric is frequently "overvalued" he stated, though his collegiate output already places him under scrutiny against recent Ohio State first-rounders since 2022. Meanwhile, coaching staffs saw adjustments; the Packers bring back Luke Getsy to the offense while Jonathan Gannon is expected to install a 3-4 base defense, impacting team structure as changes ripple through. The Broncos, having maintained a low profile outside of one major trade, still face defining their roster needs with the draft approaching according to analysis.

League Ambitions & Historical Context

Beyond the immediate concerns of roster building and contract structuring, there is rising interest in non-traditional league representation, as quarterbacks Joe Burrow & RG III both expressed their desire to represent Team USA in the upcoming Olympic flag football competition they shared their interest. On the historical front, the Pro Football Hall of Fame is set to honor three influential assistant coaches: special teams expert Mike Westhoff, former 49ers offensive line coach Bobb McKittrick, and defensive coach Ted Cottrell with the awards. Furthermore, an analysis of recent contract trends reveals that while some teams significantly improved their standing during the March free agency period, historical data from 2013 to 2022 suggests that a smaller percentage of "megadeals" ultimately meet expectations according to research.