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Last updated: April 21, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Quarterback Health & Offseason Updates

Recovery milestones are being met across the league as teams finalize preparations for the draft, with Colts QB Daniel Jones resuming throwing drills after rupturing his Achilles tendon just over four months ago, taking drop-backs and passing again. On the offensive side of the ball, Rams receiver Puka Nacua is cleared to be a "full participant" in the team's offseason program, according to Coach Sean McVay, who noted the star wideout "looks great." Meanwhile, in a move highlighting future mentorship, Justin Fields expressed his desire to join the Kansas City Chiefs specifically to learn under established MVP Patrick Mahomes, signaling his approach to development even after being traded.

Coaching Transitions & Front Office Clarity

Coaching developments continue to surface as former Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is confirmed to be joining NBC's "Football Night in America" as a studio analyst, filling a high-profile role on the Sunday night pregame broadcast. In Pittsburgh, General Manager Omar Khan stated the organization has "no timeline or deadline" for Aaron Rodgers to decide whether he will return or retire this season, affording the veteran quarterback space as the draft approaches. Separately, Mike Vrabel addressed recent public scrutiny by assuring Patriots fans he will deliver "the best version of me " following the publication of sensitive photos earlier this week.

Defensive Personnel Moves & Draft Projection

Defensive linemen are seeing varied immediate futures, as Ravens tackle Nnamdi Madubuike underwent successful neck surgery last week, with doctors expressing confidence he can resume playing this season, according to sources. In New York, Jets GM Darren Mougey cautioned against overanalyzing the canceled predraft visit with defensive end prospect David Bailey, who is projected by some reporters as a potential No. 2 overall selection. Speaking on the upcoming draft, NFL Nation reporters predict the Raiders will address their primary need by taking a quarterback at No. 1, raising questions about how many signal-callers might be selected in the first round overall.