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NFL | Taylen Green records big vertical jump Sun Mar 1, 02:40 PM
University of Arkansas QB Taylen Green recorded a 43.5-inch vertical jump and 11-foot-2 broad jump at the NFL Scouting Combine. Both of those figures were the best by a combine quarterback since 2003. He also recorded a 40-yard dash time of 4.36 seconds, which was the second-fastest by a QB since 2003. He is considered a Day 3 prospect, but one with tools NFL quarterback coaches can work with.
Link to storyUniversity of Connecticut WR Skyler Bell recorded a 41-inch vertical leap and 11-foot-1 broad jump at the NFL Scouting Combine, while turning in a 4.40-second 40-yard dash.
Link to storyNotre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love is already a highly-rated prospect heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, and his 4.36-second 40-yard dash was the second-best among all running backs. Still, he was a little disappointed in the result. It was the same time recorded by Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs in the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine, and he has been likened to Gibbs by some scouts, including NFL.com draft analyst Lance Zierlein. Love did not participate in the vertical or broad jump at the combine.
Link to storyUniversity of Miami OT Markel Bell had a former interview with the Denver Broncos at the NFL Scouting Combine on March 1. The 6-foot-9, 346-pound Bell has met with several teams, and he has impressed with his speed, turning in a 5.36-second 40-yard dash time.
Link to storyUniversity of Miami OL Markel Bell posted a 5.36-second time in the 40-yard dash Sunday, March 1, at the NFL Scouting Combine. He is listed at 6-foot-9 and 346 pounds.
Link to storyMinnesota Vikings DT Javon Hargrave was informed, barring a trade, that he will be released prior to the start of the league year this month, a source said Sunday, March 1. The team is expected to save $10.9 against the cap upon the release of Hargrave.
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Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones has been informed that, barring a trade, he will be released at the start of the league year this month. His release will save the team $7.75 million against the cap.
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University of Oregon TE Kenyon Sadiq, considered the top tight end prospect, met with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at the NFL Scouting Combine. He is viewed as more of a receiving tight end, and not a blocking tight end, although he is willing to upgrade the latter, and works on it daily.
Link to storyMinnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy has fallen out of favor in the Twin Cities, and the organization is looking to trade him. He has started 10 games in his first two seasons.
Link to storyMinnesota Vikings impending free-agent QB Carson Wentz (shoulder) is expected to re-sign with the team at some point this year, but when he returns the expectation is that he'll have another veteran to compete with alongside QB J.J. McCarthy.
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Retired QB Derek Carr (Saints) has said he is interested in retiring to play for a contender, and the Minnesota Vikings have an interest. He retired after the 2024 season.
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Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray and Las Vegas Raiders QB Geno Smith are the two quarterbacks the Minnesota Vikings are prioritizing at the quarterback position, if they are released and become available, although Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa and Atlanta Falcons QB Kirk Cousins, a former Viking, are also on their radar.
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Cincinnati Bengals impending free-agent QB Joe Flacco could join the Atlanta Falcons after free agency begins, as an insurance plan in case QB Michael Penix Jr. (knee) is not ready to play at the beginning of the 2026 season, according to ESPN.com's Dan Graziano. He previously played under head coach Kevin Stefanski as a member of the Cleveland Browns in 2023 and 2025. Other unnamed NFL teams have also expressed interest in Flacco this offseason.
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Las Vegas Raiders QB Geno Smith is expected to attract interest from multiple NFL teams this offseason if he is released, according to ESPN.com's Dan Graziano. Several coaches from clubs in need of a quarterback felt that game tape from last season suggested that the Raiders' offensive system held Smith back.
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Indianapolis Colts impending free-agent QB Daniel Jones could have the franchise tag or transition tag placed on him if the team is unable to finalize a contract extension before the deadline Tuesday, March 3. Jones would receive $43.9 million on the franchise tag and $37.8 million on the transition tag but in the latter scenario, Indianapolis would receive no compensation if Jones signs an offer sheet with a different team and the Colts decline to match.
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Indianapolis Colts WR Alec Pierce has been informed that he will remain with the organization for the 2026 season, either through a long-term deal, a franchise tag or a transition tag.
Link to storyNew England Patriots impending free-agent DE K'Lavon Chaisson could see a significant pay increase this offseason regardless of where he lands, according to ESPN.com's Mike Reiss. After signing a one-year, $3 million contract last year with a maximum value of $5 million, Chaisson had a career-high 7.5 sacks during the regular season and three additional sacks in the playoffs. Two front office executives from other organizations believe Chaisson could command $8 million to $11 million annually on a new contract.
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Los Angeles Rams impending free-agent QB Jimmy Garoppolo could be of interest to the Arizona Cardinals this offseason, because of his history with head coach Mike LaFleur, according to ESPN.com's Jeremy Fowler. The Rams are also interested in bringing Garoppolo back for another season, while the Green Bay Packers are considering him as a potential backup to QB Jordan Love.
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New York Jets RB Breece Hall's representatives and the organization are continuing to actively negotiate a contract extension, according to multiple sources. Both sides would prefer to agree a long-term deal rather than use the franchise tag.
Link to storyMiami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa has attracted interest from several NFL clubs who would pursue him if he becomes a free agent but would not have much desire to trade for him, according to EssentiallySports.com's Tony Pauline.
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Ohio State WR Carnell Tate posted an official time of 4.53 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Link to storyAlabama OT Kadyn Proctor met with the Detroit Lions at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, according to NFL.com's Eric Edholm. Some teams view Proctor as a better option at left guard than at left tackle, which is a position that he is open to playing.
Link to storyMississippi State WR Brenen Thompson posted an official time of 4.26 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Link to storyPenn State QB Drew Allar showcased his arm strength during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, Feb. 28, and scouts that spoke to Jordan Reid of ESPN.com believe that Allar will be selected in the third or fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Link to storyWashington WR Denzel Boston 'struggled bringing in routine catches' and had an inconsistent showing during on-field drills at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, Feb. 28, according to Jordan Reid of ESPN.com.
Link to storyOklahoma WR Deion Burks 'cemented a Round 2 grade' in the 2026 NFL Draft, according to Matt Miller of ESPN, after running the fastest 40-yard dash time of any receiver who tested at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, Feb. 28.
Link to storyGeorgia WR Zachariah Branch 'has a late Day 1 grade' in the 2026 NFL Draft from some teams, according to ESPN's Matt Miller, and Miller believes Branch is 'firmly' in the top-40 prospects after his performance at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, Feb. 28.
Link to storyConnecticut WR Skyler Bell was impressive during the gauntlet drill at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, Feb. 28, and Bell 'showed that he belongs in the Day 2 picture' of the 2026 NFL Draft, according to Jordan Reid of ESPN.com.
Link to storyAlabama QB Ty Simpson 'was the clear-cut best quarterback on the field' and was 'near-perfect' during drills at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, Feb. 28, according to Jack McKessy and Jacob Camenker of USA TODAY Sports.
Link to storyKansas WR Emmanuel Henderson Jr. struggled during position drills, especially the gauntlet drill, at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, Feb. 28, according to Anthony Licciardi of Sporting News.
Link to storyCincinnati WR Jeff Caldwell measured 6-foot-5 and 216 pounds at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, Feb. 28. His 11-foot-2 broad jump was the best at the wide receiver position, and his 42-inch vertical leap ranked second at the position.
Link to storyKansas QB Jalon Daniels posted an official time of 4.66 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, Feb. 28.
Link to storyKentucky RB Seth McGowan recorded a 42.5-inch vertical leap and a 10-foot-11 broad jump at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, Feb. 28, leading all running backs in both events.
Link to storyPenn State OG Olaivavega Ioane said he will not participate in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Link to storyOhio State WR Carnell Tate 'might have some work to do to ensure a top-10 slot' in the 2026 NFL Draft after positing a time of 4.53 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine on Saturday, Feb. 28, according to Eric Edholm of NFL.com.
Link to storyNotre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love said on Saturday, Feb. 28, he has no plans to participate in drills at Notre Dame's pro day.
Link to storyArkansas QB Taylen Green said he has no interest in switching positions at the NFL level, and he said that no teams have asked him to work out as a wide receiver.
Link to storyBYU WR Chase Roberts posted an official time of 4.64 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Link to storyIncarnate Word WR Jalen Walthall recorded an official time of 4.57 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Link to storyTexas Tech WR Reggie Virgil recorded an official time of 4.57 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Link to storyLouisville WR Caullin Lacy posted an official time of 4.55 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Link to storyMississippi WR Harrison Wallace III posted an official time of 4.54 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Link to storyOhio State WR Carnell Tate posted an official time of 4.53 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Link to storyCarolina Panthers impending free-agent C Cade Mays is a player the Panthers hope to re-sign this offseason, according to general manager Dan Morgan.
Link to storyGeorgia WR Colbie Young posted an official time of 4.49 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Link to storyIowa WR Kaden Wetjen posted an official time of 4.47 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Link to storyUSC WR Ja'Kobi Lane posted an official time of 4.47 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Link to storyKentucky WR Kendrick Law posted an official time of 4.45 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
Link to storyGreen Bay Packers DE Micah Parsons (knee) is making good progress in his recovery a torn anterior cruciate ligament, according to general manager Brian Gutekunst.
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Georgia State WR Ted Hurst posted an official time of 4.42 seconds in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
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