NFL Football 3 Days

Last updated: July 15, 2026, 2:30 AM ET

League News and Personnel Updates

The legal troubles for two NFL quarterbacks have concluded without charges. New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith will not be charged following an investigation into a battery accusation. Similarly, Los Angeles Rams offensive lineman Alaric Jackson stemming from a June domestic violence arrest. In personnel news, the Houston Texans announced the death of co-founder and senior chair Janice S. McNair at age. The Green Bay Packers have to a one-year contract extension.

Player Rankings and Offseason Outlooks

As the offseason continues, ESPN has released several rankings of top NFL talent. A new evaluation has placed Josh Allen at the top of a quarterback ranking, with insights into where 2024 draftees stand. Linebacker rankings also feature prominently, with executives around the league identifying their top 10 off-ball linebackers, questioning if Fred Warner remains the No. 1 player at the position. Further positional breakdowns include rankings of the league's best players at every position, with decision-makers identifying top offensive tackles and interior offensive linemen, including a potential new No. 1 at tackle for the 2026 season. Meanwhile, free agent receiver Stefon Diggs, claiming no other NFL player is a better No. 2 wideout.

Coaching Developments and Player Preparation

The landscape of coaching and player development is also a focus. ESPN is looking at new coach-player pairings, such as the potential impact Brian Daboll could have on Cam Newton's game and how Sean Payton might scheme for Jaylen Waddle. The 49ers' coaching staff features former Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright, who is now coaching Fred Warner and the team's linebackers, drawing comparisons to DeMeco Ryans as a rising coach. On the player side, Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman is preparing for a critical year after a challenging start to his NFL career. Questions also linger around the Cleveland Browns' quarterback situation heading into the upcoming season as the offseason progresses.

League Transactions and Ownership News

The NFL has seen its share of player suspensions and ownership changes. Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker Charles Snowden has been suspended for the first three games of the 2026 season. On the ownership front, Vinod Khosla, a prominent venture capitalist, and his wife, Neeru, an education philanthropist, are set to purchase the Seattle Seahawks. Additionally, a 12-team mock draft simulation suggests how the addition of two new teams could influence positional depth, particularly at quarterback and tight end in draft strategies.