NFL Draft Buzz: Jackson, Rodgers, Murray, and More

0:00It's April 3rd. This is NFL News Today Football coverage powered by AI. April in the NFL means the draft buzz is everywhere, but teens are juggling way more than just picks from April 23rd to 25th in. Pittsburgh. Top storylines include whether the Cowboys lock up George Pickens long term after his huge year of 93 catches, 1429 yards, and nine touchdowns at age 25. He got the franchise tag, but they've got until July 15th to deal. Meanwhile, Lamar Jackson's offseason status with the Ravens is a wildcard. They restructured his contract for cap space and won an extension before his deal ends after 2027. New coach Jesse Mentor starts workouts, April 6th, but Jackson's attendance has been spotty, especially with fresh faces on offense. Over in Pittsburgh, Aaron Rogers is dragging his feet again on a decision. The Steelers hired his old coach, Mike McCarthy, added weapons like Michael Pittman Jr.

1:00and expect an answer by draft time. If he bounces, they're stuck leaning on Mason Rudolph or Will Howard. The Vikings are still hunting a full-time GM after firing Quasie Otto Folmenza with Rob Brazinski running things through the draft. They sign Kyler Murray and might shot past Russia Jonathan Greenard, whose $22 million cap hit is a squeeze even after cuts. As free agencies simmers down, watch for vets like Jawan Jennings to sign, or trades like past April's with digs or sneed. These moves could shake rosters right before teams finalize draft boards and push toward training camp.