PFT Live with Mike Florio Mike Evans leaves Bucs after 12 seasons + Are the Chiefs Super Bowl contenders again? (3/10 Hour 2)
Mar 10, 2026
A wide-sweeping free agency rundown highlighting Mike Evans' move after 12 seasons and where he might fit next. Big-name signings and multi-year deals reshape receiver, running back, and tight end rooms across the league. Controversy over compensatory draft picks and Rooney Rule accountability comes up. Quarterback questions and team-building strategies surface as teams chase a Super Bowl tilt.
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State Taxes Matter For Star Free Agents
- Florio points out Evans giving up Florida's no state income tax to play in California reduces his net pay from home games.
- He notes signing bonuses and home-game taxation make state tax differences meaningful for high earners.
Colts' Timing Secured Alec Pierce Efficiently
- Florio explains Colts used timing and structure to sign Alec Pierce to four years, $116M, positioning it near what a franchise-tag-plus-deal would cost.
- He highlights strategic use of tags to retain Daniel Jones while locking Pierce in.
Rooney Rule Inconsistency Creates Distrust
- Florio criticizes the NFL's handling of compensatory picks and the Rooney Rule, calling the league's split-hair decisions an unnecessary distraction.
- He argues inconsistent application undermines accountability and fuels fan distrust.