NFL Combine Heats Up
At the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, Steelers GM Omar Khan says the door is open for Aaron Rodgers' return, while Eagles' Nick Sirianni addresses AJ Brown's future amid trade rumors. Ravens are pushing a "market-setting" extension for C Linderbaum and Lamar Jackson, Raiders are listening on DE Maxx Crosby but not shopping him, and Falcons plan to cut Kirk Cousins by March 11.
- The Steelers completely revamped their quarterback room in 2024, bringing in Russell Wilson and Justin Fields after moving on from Kenny Pickett, only to have them both sign elsewhere in 2025, leading to the return of Mason Rudolph. - A.J. Brown's future with the Eagles was solidified in April 2024 with a three-year, $96 million extension, making him the highest-paid wide receiver in the NFL at the time with $84 million in guaranteed money. - Center Tyler Linderbaum, a two-time Pro Bowler, has been a standout for the Ravens since being drafted in 2022, allowing just four sacks in his first three seasons. - In March 2025, Maxx Crosby signed a three-year, $106.5 million extension with the Raiders, which included $91.5 million in guaranteed money, briefly making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in the league. - Kirk Cousins signed a four-year, $180 million contract with the Falcons in March 2024, with $100 million guaranteed. - The Falcons' decision to release Cousins comes after he was benched in Week 16 of the 2024 season for rookie first-round pick Michael Penix Jr., after throwing 16 interceptions, which led the league. - By releasing Cousins before the third day of the 2026 league year, the Falcons avoid a massive $67.9 million vesting guarantee for the 2027 season that was part of a contract restructure.
