NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: March 16, 2026, 3:30 AM ET
NFL Roster Moves & Player Governance
In personnel news, tight end Dallas Goedert finalized terms to remain with the Eagles on a one-year contract, securing his ninth season in Philadelphia, sources confirmed to Adam Schefter. Concurrent player movement saw safety Nick Scott re-ink his deal with the Panthers for one year after logging a career-high 111 tackles last season. These moves come as the Steelers' offseason additions of Michael Pittman Jr. and Rico Dowdle suggest an anticipated shift toward a "physical, run-first offense" under the 2026 scheme. On the governance front, Jalen Reeves-Maybin secured re-election as president of the NFLPA's Board of Player Representatives Sunday, signaling continuity in player leadership.
League Figures in Exhibition Spotlight
Meanwhile, league figures made notable appearances off the field as former Saints QB Drew Brees joined current signal-caller Tyler Shough to attend the Savannah Bananas exhibition games held at the Caesars Superdome, the home field for the Saints. This appearance provided a relaxed contrast to the high-stakes contract negotiations and roster finalizations occurring across the league as teams prepare for the coming season.