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Bayern Munich’s Karl and Urbig in latest Germany squad
Germany’s 2026 World Cup preparations ramp up this month, with two friendlies against Switzerland and Ghana.
Head coach Julian Nagelsmann picked two new names for his latest squad, announced on Thursday. Bayern Munich’s high-flying 18-year-old attacking midfielder Lennart Karl and 22-year-old goalkeeper Jonas Urbig have been included for the first time. The pair can now both have legitimate hopes of making Germany’s World Cup squad this summer given that Nagelsmann has already admitted that the squad for these matches would be very similar to the one for the summer tournament.
“The decisive factor is that we have a core group of players, but can also see a few players who aren’t part of the squad yet,” Nagelsmann said at the announcement, adding that Stach and Vagnoman had a chance to impress.
Karl, who only this week became the youngest German player and youngest Bayern Munich player to score and assist in a Champions League match, has been closing in on a Germany spot for the last few weeks.
“I expect him to bring his youthful carefree spirit onto the field. He likes to play centrally, but we’ve also planned to use him on the right. I won’t put any pressure on him to perform miracles, though. He should bring exactly what a young player embodies and play football freely from the heart,” Nagelsmann said of Karl.
Urbig has become the new number one in place of an injured Manuel Neuer at Bayern Munich and has impressed. Even though Oliver Baumann remains Germany’s number one, Urbig’s inclusion is also a look to the future in a position of need for Germany. “He has shown exceptional mental resilience,” said Nagelsmann. “He came in and was completely dominant, handling one or two situations on the fly very well.”
Germany’s head coach also admitted that the strength of the Bayern grouping played a role. “Bayern is having a top-notch season both domestically and internationally; they embody a great attitude,” Nagelsmann said. “That’s why we were happy to call on this group of players.”
Returnees to the squad include Kai Havertz, who comes back after a long injury lay-off, Pascal Gross, Anton Stach, Antonio Rüdiger, Deniz Undav and Josha Vagnoman.
Jamal Musiala has been left out as the Bayern star continues to re-build his fitness following a recent injury. Cologne’s Said El Mala, who was included in Germany’s World Cup qualifier squad in November last year, was not picked this time and will play for the U21s. Angelo Stiller and Maximilian Mittelstädt missed out, with Nagelsmann admitting that the former is a notch behind Aleksandar Pavlovic.
“Some players are cut out for certain roles, and others simply aren’t. We have to decide whether a player fits the role we have in mind for him,” Nagelsmann said.
Germany’s program until World Cup
Germany will play Switzerland in Basel on March 27 before returning to Stuttgart to play Ghana on March 30. Both opponents have also qualified for the 2026 World Cup. The last time Germany faced Switzerland was a 1-1 draw at the 2024 Euros. Germany have only faced Ghana three times in their history, with the last being a thrilling 2-2 draw in the 2014 World Cup group stage.
This is the last international break before the 2026 World Cup. Germany’s tournament preparation begins in late May with the announcement of the 26-man World Cup squad and then a friendly against Finland in Mainz. After that, the team heads out to America. They will play a final warm-up game against hosts the USA on June 6 before heading to their base camp in North Carolina. Germany’s World Cup starts on June 14 against Curacao in Houston.
Amid political tensions in the USA, hosts Germany have already said they are unlikely to take part in any potential boycott or even get political at the 2026 tournament. Nevertheless, the US war in Iran poses ethical questions for all those involved in the tournament.
“War always affects people’s moods,” Nagelsmann said. “But unfortunately, I’m no fortune-teller. If I had a button that would end all wars, I’d press it. But unfortunately, I don’t have one.”
The 38-year-old though, says he is focused on the sport.
“I’ve never participated in a World Cup before, so I’m extremely excited about it,” Nagelsmann added. “We will try to play a good tournament and, for those who are still skeptical, put on a good show and lift the spirits.”
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Rajasthan Royals could face a setback ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, with all-rounder Sam Curran likely to miss the tournament due to a suspected groin injury.According to a report by ESPNCricinfo, Curran, who joined Rajasthan Royals (RR) from Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a trade that also involved Ravindra Jadeja moving the other way and Sanju Samson heading to CSK, is in doubt for the entire season.Curran had a difficult IPL 2025 season, scoring 114 runs and taking just one wicket as CSK finished at the bottom of the table. He was also part of England’s campaign in the recent T20 World Cup, where the team reached the semi-final before losing to eventual champions India.The 27-year-old has been part of the IPL since 2019, having represented Punjab Kings and CSK. He was part of the CSK side that won the title in 2021. Across six IPL seasons, Curran has scored 997 runs and taken 59 wickets. He also featured in the 2026 T20 World Cup held in India and Sri Lanka, where England again reached the semi-finals.Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals have begun their preparations for the IPL 2026 season with a training camp in Jaipur. Players, including Ravindra Jadeja, were seen practising as the team worked on combinations ahead of the tournament.With the first phase of the schedule announced, the Riyan Parag-led side will open its campaign against Chennai Super Kings in Guwahati on March 30.Rajasthan Royals will then face Gujarat Titans on April 4 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, followed by a match against Mumbai Indians on April 7. Their fourth game will be against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on April 10.
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Rajasthan Royals’ Preparations Hit By Massive Injury As Sam Curran Ruled Out Of IPL 2026: Report
Sam Curran is set to miss the upcoming edition of the IPL.© AFP
Rajasthan Royals (RR) all-rounder Sam Curran is set to miss the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) due to injury, according to reports. Curran, who was traded to RR from Chennai Super Kings (CSK) alongside Ravindra Jadeja in an exchange deal for Sanju Samson, struggled last season, scoring just 114 runs and taking one wicket as CSK finished at the bottom of the table for the first time. The player recently featured in the T20 World Cup, where England lost to eventual champions India in the final.
According to a report in ESPNcricinfo, Curran is set to miss IPL 2026 with a “suspected groin issue.”
After a season to forget last year, the 27-year-old was hoping to start afresh at his new franchise. However, those hopes have hit a major hurdle with this latest injury setback.
Curran and Jadeja had joined RR via trade last year in November, with RR captain Samson joining CSK as part of the deal. Samson spent 11 seasons with Rajasthan Royals across two stints, emerging as their most-capped player and leading run-scorer.
Samson is in great form and is very likely to open the batting lineup alongside India’s U-19 World Cup-winning captain Ayush Mhatre to provide fiery starts for the franchise during the IPL season.
CSK are entering the new season with a young team. Adding Samson is sure to strengthen CSK. It’s well known that Samson has expressed his passion for the franchise and his wish to play for it.
Since the transfer deal was finalised, with Jadeja and Curran moving to Rajasthan Royals, and Samson to CSK, the fans of the Yellow Army have supported him wholeheartedly.
Samson is expected to hold a crucial position at the top of the batting order and could also assume wicketkeeping duties from MS Dhoni in one or two matches, should there be any injury issues with the 44-year-old veteran.
(With IANS Inputs)
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As the Detroit Pistons have suddenly become a contender for the NBA title, their best player will be missing for the foreseeable future.
Cade Cunningham, who has thrust his name into the MVP conversation, has been diagnosed with a collapsed lung, according to ESPN, and is expected to miss an extended period of time.
The 24-year-old was the first overall pick five years ago out of Oklahoma State and has lived up to the billing, averaging 22.6 points, 7.9 assists and 5.4 rebounds per game in his career.
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Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) looks on during the first half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. (Daniel Kucin Jr./Imagn Images)
He has hit another level in the last two seasons, though, being named an All-Star each time — last year, he finished seventh in the MVP vote. Since the start of the 2024-25 season, he’s put up 25.4 points, 5.8 boards and 9.5 assists per contest.
Cunningham has seen the trials and tribulations of the Pistons, as it was just three seasons ago when they set the all-time record for the longest losing streak in NBA history at 28 games and finished 14-68 under Monty Williams, who had just signed, at the time, the richest contract for an NBA coach in history.
Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) celebrates during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis, Monday, Nov. 24, 2025. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
But the following season, the Pistons earned the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference before losing to the New York Knicks in the first round. However, they’ve taken the next step and are running away with the East with a 49-19 record, good for a 3.5-game lead in the conference ahead of the Boston Celtics. The Knicks are five games back.
The playoffs are set to begin on April 18, meaning Cunningham’s first-round availability is certainly up in the air. For context, C.J. McCollum missed roughly two months with the diagnosis in 2021 and about one month two years later.
Cade Cunningham of the Detroit Pistons handles the ball during the game against the Utah Jazz on Dec. 21, 2023, at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. (Chris Schwegler/NBAE via Getty Images)
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So, it figures that if the Pistons make a run, Cunningham could return — but when certainly remains a question.
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IPL Shock: Rajasthan Royals Turn Down Rs 16,000 Crore Offer, RCB Valuation Set To Surge – Sources
In a significant development that could reshape the valuation dynamics of IPL franchises ahead of the 2026 season, NDTV has learnt from its sources that Rajasthan Royals have rejected a $1.7 billion (around 16,000 Cr) bid from the CPCP consortium, according to sources. The decision signals a clear intent from the franchise’s ownership group to push for a higher valuation, even as the broader market for team stakes gathers momentum. The bid for the IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals had come from Columbia Pacific Capital Partners (CPCP), which is an investment banking and private equity firm with operations across the United States and Canada. The consortium, led by founding partners Nisha Sachdeva and Debjeet Gupta, had reportedly committed to executing the full payment within a two-week window. It was an aggressive timeline that underscored financial readiness and intent of the firm.
However, despite the strong financial assurance, the Rajasthan Royals board turned down the offer. Sources indicate that while valuation was a key factor, the decision was also influenced by concerns around executability-an increasingly critical parameter in high-value sports transactions. The board is believed to have assessed not just the headline number, but the overall structure, certainty, and long-term strategic alignment of the proposal.
The rejection is telling. At $1.7 billion, the CPCP offer would already have placed Rajasthan Royals among the more highly valued IPL franchises. By declining it, Rajasthan Royals has reset market expectations. It is clear that the franchise led by Manoj Badale’s Emerging Media Ventures, which holds a 65% stake, along with minority investors such as RedBird Capital is willing to wait for a premium.
Rajasthan Royals’ move is being interpreted as a strategic play to capitalize on a seller’s market.
And the ripple effects are immediate, and perhaps most pronounced in the parallel sale process involving Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The RCB transaction, which is being closely tracked by investors and industry insiders alike, now finds itself operating in a recalibrated valuation environment.
Market estimates suggest that RCB could now command at least a 15% premium over Rajasthan Royals, especially given its stronger brand recall, larger fan base, and commercial appeal. NDTV had earlier reported that a consortium led by Dr Ranjan Pai of Manipal Hospitals, along with US private equity giant KKR and Singapore’s Temasek, is currently in pole position to acquire a stake in RCB.
IPL franchises are no longer just cricket teams, they are global sports properties and IPL itself is the world’s second-most valuable sports league on a per-match basis, with diversified revenue streams and expansion potential across formats, geographies, and digital platforms. Investors, in turn, are being evaluated not just on financial muscle but on their ability to unlock and sustain that growth.
As things stand, Rajasthan Royals remain firmly in control of the narrative. By rejecting a substantial bid, they have not only raised their own valuation floor but also influenced the trajectory of parallel deals-most notably that of RCB.
In effect, one decision has shifted the entire playing field.
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The Minnesota Vikings have made another addition to their quarterback room.
After signing Kyler Murray to a one-year contract last week, the Vikings announced they signed Carson Wentz to a one-year deal on Thursday. Wentz spent last season with the Vikings as a backup to J.J. McCarthy.
With the addition of Murray and the return of Wentz, the Vikings have added competition for McCarthy while ensuring they have quality backup quarterback options. Murray and McCarthy will compete for the starting quarterback job, while Wentz will serve as one of the team’s backups.
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Minnesota Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz (11) drops back to pass against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on Oct. 23, 2025. (Gary A. Vasquez/Imagn Images)
Wentz started five games last season, and the team went 2-3 in his starts. He completed 65.1% of his passes for 1,216 yards with six touchdowns and five interceptions. His season ended when he sustained a dislocated shoulder.
The 33-year-old tried to play through the injury before eventually undergoing surgery on the dislocation, a torn labrum, and a fracture in the shoulder.
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz (11) passes the ball during the first half of the NFL game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Cleveland Browns at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, England, on Oct. 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Ian Walton)
After Wentz got injured, and later McCarthy got injured for a second time last season, the Vikings were forced to start undrafted rookie Max Brosmer for two games, which were both losses. With Murray, Wentz, and McCarthy, the team is better equipped to survive quarterback injuries, which is pertinent because Murray and McCarthy both have lengthy injury histories.
Murray was limited to five games last season with a foot injury and has only played a full season once in the last four seasons, playing 11 games in 2022, 8 in 2023, 17 in 2024, and 5 last season.
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McCarthy, on the other hand, missed his entire rookie season after tearing his meniscus in the preseason. He missed six games at the beginning of last year with a high ankle sprain, one with a concussion, and another with a hairline fracture in his right hand.
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Jan 3, 2026; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs guard Jeremiah Wilkinson (5) reacts after a play against the Auburn Tigers during the first half at Stegeman Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images The Georgia Bulldogs get a great 8/9 seed matchup against the Saint Louis Billikens. There’s a drastic difference in the level of competition for these teams, and I believe that’s going to be a huge factor in this game.
Saint Louis looked awesome early in the season, starting out 24-1 with their only loss being a 1-point neutral site loss to Stanford. They lost four of their last eight games, though, including an A10 Tournament matchup against Dayton.
Georgia saw plenty of ups and downs throughout the season, but they were generally consistent against any team besides Ole Miss. They also have several wins better than anything Saint Louis has put together this season.
Ultimately, Georgia should be able to control this game with free throws and turnovers. Saint Louis struggles in both areas, while the Bulldogs have found success in both. If they can gain extra possessions and free points throughout this game, it’s going to be tough for the Billikens to stick with them.
The other aspect is that Saint Louis wants to push the pace in their games, and their opponents generally struggle to keep that pace. Georgia is also one of the fastest teams in the NCAA, and I expect them to have the edge virtually everywhere in this matchup.
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St. Mary’s vs. Texas A&M
This is a tough draw for Texas A&M, who could’ve made a run in the right matchups this tournament. Saint Mary’s is a tough style, and they’re going to play their game rather than get sucked into a track meet here.
The Gaels are going to have a massive edge in two areas in this game – free throws and rebounding. The Aggies are willing to foul their opponents, and Saint Mary’s ranks first in the NCAA in free-throw percentage (81.1%) this season. They don’t waste opportunities, with several of their players shooting over 80% from the line.
Texas A&M also struggles with allowing offensive rebounds, which gives their opponents extra offensive possessions. Saint Mary’s ranks 15th in the nation in offensive rebounding percentage (37.4%).
The Aggies should have the edge in athleticism, and they’ve played much better competition throughout the season. I only believe that will matter if they can get this game to be played in their style, though, and I fully believe the Gaels are disciplined enough to slow this pace down and keep this from becoming a track meet.
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The Minnesota Vikings have a full stable of running backs on the 2026 menu, with Jordan Mason, Aaron Jones, and Zavier Scott set to return once again. Meanwhile, the club could still add a rookie, and per Jadarian Price’s lips, he wouldn’t mind joining the purple team.
Minnesota’s RB plans may still include a Day 2 or Day 3 addition.
The Notre Dame tailback spoke with Kay Adams this week, and Minnesota is on his list.
Price’s Skill Set Fits Kevin O’Connell’s Offense
Fans would not be mad about Price as the running back of the future.
Price to Adams: Vikings Would Be Nice for Next Team
Price spoke with Adams, and naturally, the pair spoke about his future, as the draft is five weeks away.
Adams walked through possible destinations, and she asked about the Vikings. Price replied, “Minnesota, huh? That’d be nice. Kyler Murray, Texas boy — shout out to Texas. Justin Jefferson … the best receiver in the league.”
Of course, fans took that as a ringing endorsement, especially because Minnesota could be in the market for a rookie tailback. It hasn’t drafted a quality one since Dalvin Cook in 2017 and Alexander Mattison in 2019.
Where to Get Price in the Draft
Price is currently slated as a 2nd-Rounder in next month’s draft, with the Consensus Big Board listing him at No. 48 as of March 19th. Believe it or not, this is ideal for Minnesota, the club that currently possesses the 49th overall pick in Round 2. It’s the first time in four years that the Vikings haven’t traded their 2nd-Rounder before the draft.
If Minnesota has to wait on Price at No. 48, it will certainly have to sweat. Price is expected to be the second running back taken after his running back teammate, Jeremiyah Love, flies off the board in the Top 12 picks. RB-needy teams will circle Price as the next best thing after Love, so the likelihood of him tumbling to No. 49 will be a pressure cooker for Vikings fans on the second night of the draft — if Price falls that far at all.
Price’s Scouting Report
Price played second fiddle to Love at Notre Dame — go figure — but he banked 1,854 yards from scrimmage and 24 total touchdowns in three seasons, which included 41 games. He averaged 6.0 yards per attempt and is 5’11 and 205 pounds. Price logged a 4.49 forty at the Combine. He’s known for his smooth running style, vision, and breakaway ability. Fumbles may be a concern.
A fair historical comp is probably something between Tony Pollard and Javonte Williams.
NFL Draft Buzz on Price: “The Combine did Price no favors. His tape tells one story: a decisive, versatile weapon who presses holes with patience and punishes defenders who take bad angles. The measurables tell a slightly different one, that of a back who checked in lighter than expected and timed out in good-but-not-great territory at 4.49 in the forty.”
“The truth, as it usually does, probably sits somewhere in the middle. He is a talented back whose production benefited from a favorable situation, but whose instincts and contact balance are undeniably his own. His fit remains strongest in zone-heavy schemes that get backs to the perimeter and let them use their eyes.”
Some have suggested the Seattle Seahawks could reach for Price at the end of Round 1 with the 32nd pick after Kenneth Walker III’s free-agent departure to the Kansas City Chiefs.
TBD continued, “Price presses the edge, waits for his blockers to develop leverage, and then plants and gets vertical with a burst that looked faster on film than his Combine number suggested.”
“He is not a back you hand the ball 25 times a game, but in a world where the NFL is moving toward committee approaches and valuing backs who stress defenses as receivers, Price checks a lot of boxes. His ability to split out wide and run routes from the slot is real, not just a projection.”
Other RB Options
Suppose the Vikings don’t land either Notre Dame runner and are forced to examine another rookie. Before the end of Round 4, according to the mock draft community, these tailbacks should be available:
- Kaytron Allen (Penn State)
- Jonah Coleman (Washington)
- Emmett Johnson (Nebraska)
- Nick Singleton (Penn State)
- Mike Washington Jr. (Arkansas)
Minnesota met with Johnson from Nebraska at the Combine and has also chatted with Wake Forest’s Demond Claiborne, who is expected to be picked in Round 5.
Price will turn 23 in October.
NEW DELHI: India is set to host a major global athletics event, as the state of Odisha will stage the World Indoor Athletics Championships in 2028. The announcement was made by World Athletics president Sebastian Coe, marking a big moment for the country as it continues to grow its presence in international sports. This will be the first time India hosts a major event organised by World Athletics.
The championships are expected to take place in Bhubaneswar, which has modern facilities like the Kalinga Stadium complex, including an indoor arena. Coe, as quoted by news agency AFP, confirmed the decision, saying, “The World Athletics Council this morning awarded the next two editions of the event, the world indoor championships, to Odisha in India in 2028 and Astana, Kazakhstan, in 2030.”He added, “The future of the world indoor athletics championships is looking bright and assured.” This move highlights India’s growing ability to host top-level sporting events.“India will host the 2028 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Bhubaneswar. The global competition will be held at Kalinga’s Indoor Stadium,” the AFI president, Bahadur Singh Sagoo, stated.
Bigger plans for the future
India is also preparing to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, which is seen as a stepping stone toward a possible bid for the Olympics in the future. Hosting these events shows the country’s long-term vision to become a major sports hub.Coe has previously supported this ambition, calling it a “powerful sign of a nation thinking boldly about its sporting future”.
On March 3rd, ESPN’s Adam Schefter tweeted that Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard could be made available via trade, and while no deal has materialized, the idea of Greenard’s ticket out of town isn’t dead. In fact, the Greenard trade sweepstakes could involve two teams: the Philadelphia Eagles and the Indianapolis Colts.
Philadelphia and Indianapolis have emerged as the loudest outside suitors.
That’s the word from The Athletic‘s Alec Lewis this week, with the draft five weeks away.
A Look at the Current State of the Greenard Trade Sweepstakes
The Vikings might be best served to keep Greenard, but a sweet deal could change their minds.
Lewis on Greenard Trade Partners
The Greenard trade smoke has billowed for about two weeks. Lewis updated the situation this week, saying on his podcast, “I think over the course of the last week or last two weeks, it probably seemed more imminent than it was. I would say that the Minnesota Vikings have been very clear from the outset that they are doing this on their terms. So they are not going to trade a talented player that they’ve really liked having, Jonathan Greenard, unless it makes a lot of sense for them to do that.”
“I would say the Philadelphia Eagles definitely still need edge rusher talent. I mean, they have Jalyx Hunt, they signed Arnold Ebiketie, they have Nolan Smith Jr., but to have another elite edge rusher, it’s part of the reason they were in on Jaelan Phillips. And then I think the Indianapolis Colts are kind of in a similar vein.”
It’s worth noting that Greenard has been rather silent about the recent process, perhaps adding credence to the trade theory.
The Eagles’ Angle
Hunt, Smith Jr., and Ebiketie — mentioned by Lewis — do not represent a suitable EDGE group for a team that will outwardly profess a Super Bowl-or-bust or stakes in 2026. That trio is actually rather unbecoming for a serious Super Bowl contender.
And with men like Maxx Crosby and Trey Hendrickson off the board, the Eagles are down to nubbins for EDGE help. It’s either the draft, a trade for a player like Greenard, or both.
The Eagles have their 1st-Rounder, a 2nd-Rounder, and three 3rd-Rounders, so PHI general manager Howie Roseman may be thinking two pass rushers or more before the clock hits Round 4. If he swung a deal for Greenard, his life would be easier; EDGE wouldn’t be mandatory in the draft.
Perhaps Roseman can send the 54th overall pick (2nd Round) to Minnesota and call it good.
The Colts’ EDGE Need
While Greenard would be a valuable addition to the Colts, their need for an EDGE rusher isn’t as pressing as it is for some teams.
Indianapolis has been quietly assembling a capable group. Rookie Laiatu Latu already shows significant potential as a key player, and Arden Key provides experience as a reliable starter. JT Tuimoloau flashed promise as a rookie, earning a 60.6 Pro Football Focus grade in limited snaps. Michael Clemons, Durell Nchami, and Viliami Fehoko Jr. add further depth, even if the group lacks a true game-changing disruptor.
Greenard would immediately inject energy into this EDGE group and elevate its overall performance.
However, draft capital presents a challenge. After trading its 2026 and 2027 first-round picks to the Jets for Sauce Gardner, Indianapolis’ long-term asset pool has been affected, which must be taken into account.
Here’s what the Colts have to work with in 2026:
- 2nd Round (No. 47 overall)
- 3rd Round (No. 78 overall)
- 4th Round (No. 113 overall)
- 5th Round (No. 154 overall)
- 6th Round (No. 214 overall)
- 7th Round (No. 249 overall)
- 7th Round (No. 254 overall)
Acquiring Greenard would likely require parting with the 2nd-Round pick, a potential sticking point. Trading it would further commit the Colts to an aggressive roster-building strategy that has already cost them two future 1st-Round selections.
The Draft as a Climax?
Greenard’s trade fodder felt hot and heavy in early March and during the first wave of free agency. Now, the drama has died down a bit. The draft is just five weeks away, and there’s a decent chance that he gets shipped to his new team sometime during the event, when other general managers can weigh the draftboard options in real time versus the prospect of adding Greenard, a veteran with six seasons of experience.
It’s also worth noting that Minnesota would save an extra $6 million on the salary cap this season if it traded Greenard after June 1st. By then, teams will have their pass-rushing situation figured out, but it’s more advantageous to Minnesota’s books to trade Greenard this summer.
Or — the Vikings could just keep him. It’s not the worst idea in the world to keep the best defensive player on the roster … on the roster.
Mar 17, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) looks on during the first half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images Detroit Pistons star guard Cade Cunningham has been diagnosed with a collapsed lung and is expected to miss an extended period of time, ESPN reported Thursday.
Per the report, there is optimism that Cunningham will be back in time for the start of the playoffs, which begin on April 18. The Eastern Conference-leading Pistons (49-19) have 14 games remaining in the regular season.
It’s unclear exactly when Cunningham sustained the injury, however he exited the Pistons’ win on Tuesday with what the team labeled as back spasms early in the first quarter after falling on the floor in a bid to secure a loose ball. He already was ruled out for Detroit’s Thursday game against the host Washington Wizards prior to the report.
Cunningham, 24, is in contention for NBA Most Valuable Player honors. He is averaging 24.5 points, 9.9 assists and 5.6 rebounds in 61 games (all starts) this season. A two-time All-Star, Cunningham is averaging 22.6 points, 7.9 assists and 5.4 rebounds in 269 career games (all starts) since the Pistons selected him with the top overall pick of the 2021 NBA Draft.
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