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Super Bowl: what I'm hearing about Maxx Crosby, Bill Belichick, Travis Kelce and more
Summary
At Super Bowl weekend in San Francisco, reports say Maxx Crosby is interested in a change of scenery and the Cleveland Browns' recent hire of Todd Monken led defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz to resign.
Content
Super Bowl weekend in San Francisco brought together players, coaches and league figures while the Seahawks and Patriots prepared for their rematch. The event is serving as a backdrop for several offseason questions, including possible player moves, coaching changes and contract deadlines. Reporters described discussions about Maxx Crosby's future, reactions to Hall of Fame voting, and other roster conversations that could influence the months ahead. The NFL calendar — with the combine and free agency approaching — frames many of these items.
Key reports:
- Multiple league sources reported that Las Vegas edge rusher Maxx Crosby would be interested in a change of scenery, and that the Raiders may not fight to keep him if he seeks a move.
- Hall of Famer Bill Parcells criticized the decision to leave Bill Belichick and Robert Kraft out of the Hall of Fame, saying voters had erred.
- Kansas City tight end Travis Kelce was seen at Super Bowl events and retirement remains undecided; people close to him reported a return for another season remains possible.
- The Cleveland Browns hired Todd Monken as head coach; defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz resigned after the decision and plans to sit out the upcoming season.
- Atlanta restructured Kirk Cousins' contract, with March 13 identified as a key date tied to the agreement's remaining guarantees.
- Reports said the San Francisco 49ers do not plan to trade backup quarterback Mac Jones and that Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio is expected to return, according to teammates.
Summary:
These reports highlight several roster and staff items likely to affect the NFL offseason, from potential trades and retirements to coaching departures. The combine and free agency are the next major calendar points, and specific dates such as March 13 for contract provisions could influence decision timing. Undetermined at this time.
