NFL Football 3 Days

Last updated: March 29, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Offseason Personnel & Contract Pushes

Negotiations for star offensive lineman Trent Williams have "intensified," according to San Francisco 49ers General Manager John Lynch, who expressed optimism that the team is near a resolution with the veteran, who currently lacks guaranteed money heading into the next season. Separately, Lynch, speaking Sunday at the league's annual meetings, firmly dismissed persistent rumors regarding the team's extensive injury woes last year, labeling the conspiracy theory a "big nothing burger" as he addressed the media. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Browns clarified that a recent contractual tweak for Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett is not a precursor to a potential trade, confirming the modification was purely administrative.

Quarterback Clarity & Draft Outlook

The New York Jets organization has publicly settled their quarterback competition, with Coach Aaron Glenn affirming that Geno Smith is unequivocally "our guy" and the designated starter While the Jets have cemented their incumbent, the team's front office is simultaneously showing considerable interest in the 2026 draft pool, having met in Tuscaloosa with the nation's No. 2 quarterback prospect, Ty Simpson, to gauge his readiness for the professional level. Further down the positional spectrum, analysts are already projecting the professional earning potential for the next class, with one evaluation placing a specific receiver prospect at the top of the 2026 wide receiver draft rankings based on anticipated NFL statistics.

Team Roster Management & Special Teams Focus

The Buffalo Bills have elected to bring back safety Damar Hamlin on a new one-year contract, an important move after his previous season was curtailed by injury, though the team still retains several areas on the roster that need bolstering before the draft, according to recent roster evaluations by team staff. In contrast, the Washington Commanders expressed confidence in their current linebacker corps, suggesting they are prepared for the potential departure of veteran leader Bobby Wagner, having already integrated several new players at the position. The New York Giants, under new guidance, are placing an unusual premium on improving their often-overlooked third phase of the game, though the actual impact of this special teams focus on overall winning remains uncertain.

League Governance & Tributes

The NFL faces external pressure regarding its internal hiring mandates, as the Florida Attorney General officially challenged Commissioner Roger Goodell to abolish the Rooney Rule, asserting the policy constitutes "blatant race and sex discrimination" in hiring practices. In somber news over the weekend, the league mourned the loss of two former players; former Minnesota Vikings All-Pro safety Joey Browner, the franchise's first-ever first-round defensive back selection and a Ring of Honor member, passed away Saturday at age 65. Additionally, former Oakland Raiders center Barret Robbins died at the age of 52.

Coaching Carousel & Celebrity Sidelights

Several former NFL players are beginning their post-playing careers on the sidelines, with Ted Ginn Jr., AJ McCarron, and Chris Redman all starting their professional coaching tenures in various UFL markets, including Columbus and Birmingham. Away from the field, the league's most high-profile couple made a non-sporting appearance, as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce debuted together at the iHeart Radio Music Awards, where Swift offered a public acknowledgment to her fiancé after receiving her own accolade.