NFL Football 3 Days

Last updated: July 15, 2026, 5:30 AM ET

League News and Player Updates

The legal troubles for several NFL players have concluded without charges. Rams offensive tackle Alaric Jackson following his June arrest on a domestic violence charge, as confirmed by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. Similarly, an investigation into New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith for an alleged battery incident is no longer active, with no charges to be filed. In other player news, Cowboys outside linebacker Charles Snowden has been suspended for three games by the NFL for the upcoming 2026 season. The Packers have also signed veteran linebacker Isaiah McDuffie to a one-year contract extension.

Team Ownership and Personnel Changes

The NFL community is mourning the loss of Texans co-founder Janice S. McNair, who in Houston. McNair served as the team's senior chair. Discussions continue regarding potential ownership changes, with reports indicating that Vinod Khosla, a prominent venture capitalist, and his wife, Neeru, are poised to purchase a team.

Top Player Rankings and Offseason Analysis

ESPN's offseason coverage continues with in-depth player rankings across various positions. Evaluators are in the league, assessing the elite passers and the placement of recent draft prospects. Off-ball linebackers are also under scrutiny, with a ranking of the best players at that position, including discussions on whether Fred Warner remains No. 1. Further analysis delves into the best offensive tackles, with a new No. 1 player identified based on input from league decision-makers. Interior offensive linemen, including guards and centers, are also being ranked by NFL executives, coaches, and scouts.

The performance and development of several individual players are being highlighted. Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman as he aims to improve after a challenging first two seasons. Free agent wide receiver Stefon Diggs has asserted that. The impact of new coach-player pairings is also being explored, with speculation on how coaches like Brian Daboll and Sean Payton will influence quarterbacks Cam Ward and Jaylen Waddle, respectively, and the potential of the Chris Shula-Myles Garrett defensive combination. Questions surrounding the Cleveland Browns' quarterback situation heading into the offseason. Additionally, the potential for 49ers assistant K.J. Wright to become the next DeMeco Ryans is being examined.

Mock draft analysis is also providing insights into positional depth, with a 12-team mock draft illustrating how the addition of two teams can.