Eight in‑season NFL trades have already hit the market ahead of the Nov. 10 deadline, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Teams are split: struggling clubs swap talent for draft picks, while playoff hopefuls add firepower. Highlights include the Giants grabbing QB J.J. McCarthy, the Steelers sending CB Joey Porter Jr. to Dallas, the Ravens acquiring Pro Bowl C Cam Jurgens, and the Bears trading two first‑rounders for DT Jeffery Simmons. The Colts off‑loaded DT DeForest Buckner and G Quenton Nelson for future picks, and the Ravens are poised to add QB Jacoby Brissett after Lamar Jackson’s injury. The flurry of moves showcases a rapid front‑office scramble for postseason positioning.
Dallas Cowboys offensive coordinator Klayton Adams insists he never told Dak Prescott to play conservatively, emphasizing that the offense wants to be aggressive and create late‑game opportunities. After the Cowboys blew a 30‑24 lead with 1:05 left and lost 33‑30 in overtime to the Arizona Cardinals, Adams highlighted the need to better exploit blitzing defenses, noting the team has missed chances to turn pressure into big plays. He pointed out the Cowboys score 30+ points in five games (3‑2 record) but are 1‑11 when under 30. The loss dropped Dallas to 3‑5, a game behind the Giants, as they prepare to face the Indianapolis Colts Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Dallas Cowboys offensive coordinator Klayton Adams says quarterback Dak Prescott never objected to using pre‑snap motion, but defenses have started timing pressures to those movements and recent two‑minute drills have limited its frequency. Adams notes that aggressive defensive timing, especially on standard down‑and‑distance plays, forces Dallas to rely more on shifts and cadence changes. He also points to the team’s struggles in mid‑game two‑minute situations, though they excelled in end‑of‑half/end‑of‑game scenarios like the 34‑30 win over Houston on Oct. 4. After a 33‑30 overtime loss to Arizona, the Cowboys (3‑5) head to Indianapolis for Sunday’s matchup.
Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, who has thrown for 2,146 yards and 15 touchdowns in eight games, is amid a scheduling controversy after his wife Kelly publicly criticized the NFL for giving Los Angeles only a 10‑day gap before a Thanksgiving Eve matchup with the Green Bay Packers. The Rams’ Week 11 bye leaves them without a full two‑week rest, unlike the Packers, who come off a true bye. Kelly’s Instagram post questions player safety as the Rams face a tight stretch that includes games against Kansas City, San Francisco and Dallas. The dispute highlights concerns over recovery time amid recent injuries.
The Texas Rangers face a payroll crunch ahead of the 2027 season and are reportedly seeking trade partners for Corey Seager, Jacob deGrom and possibly Nathan Eovaldi. Combined, the three veterans command $92.5 million in 2027 salaries, with Seager’s $31.5 million deal running through 2031 and deGrom’s $37 million due next year. While Seager’s recent .736 OPS and a recent elbow surgery make his 10‑and‑5 no‑trade rights a hurdle, deGrom’s 4.20 ERA and full no‑trade clause have already blocked a rumored deal with Atlanta. Eovaldi, on a $24 million contract, also requires his approval. The Rangers could use any return to shore up catching, the bullpen and younger pitching, but finding buyers willing to absorb the salaries will be challenging.
Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott admits the Cowboys' offensive identity may not be something to brag about, hinting at deeper issues despite a league‑top scoring output. After eight weeks, Dallas sits seventh in points per game (27.4) but only 13th in total yards (342) and ranks near the bottom in rushing yards (94.1 per game). The team just blew a 14‑point lead in a 33‑30 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals, dropping to 3‑5. Prescott’s comments set the stage for Sunday’s matchup against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium.
CeeDee Lamb openly vents frustration over the Dallas Cowboys' struggling offense at the midway point of the 2026 NFL season. Despite his personal production—60 catches, 709 yards, and six touchdowns—Lamb admits the team “stops itself,” citing missed opportunities and disappointing lapses. The Cowboys sit 3‑5, second in the NFC East but 13th in the conference, and face the Indianapolis Colts in Week 9 on Nov. 8. Lamb’s candor highlights the urgency for the offense, led by Dak Prescott and Javonte Williams, to execute big plays and revive playoff hopes.
Tight end Isaiah Likely hinted that the New York Giants are eager to add "great players" at the upcoming trade deadline, fueling speculation about a possible pursuit of running back Jonathan Taylor. The Giants sit atop the NFC East at 4-2-1, while teammates safety Jason Pinnock and rookie guard Francis Mauigoa also voiced enthusiasm for a Taylor acquisition. With the Cowboys three games behind, the Giants' aggressive stance could shape the mid‑season race.
The Dallas Cowboys hit the practice field Thursday ahead of their Sunday clash with the Indianapolis Colts, but injury woes persist. TE Jake Ferguson and rookie Malachi Lawrence remain sidelined with ankle issues, likely costing Lawrence the game. Safeties Caleb Downs and PJ Locke return as limited participants after concussion concerns, while KaVontae Turpin stays out with a rib injury. George Pickens, Luke Schoonmaker, Tyler Smith, Joey Porter Jr., and DeMarvion Overshown are also limited, though linebacker Dee Winters is fully cleared. The Colts report knee problems for Akeem Davis‑Gaither and Justin Walley, with Andrew Ogletree upgraded to limited.
The Dallas Cowboys' defense held them back from reaching the playoffs last year despite an incredible offense, but that hasn't been the case this year.
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott weighed in on the trade buzz surrounding wide receiver George Pickens following a 3-5 start to the 2026 season.
Jason Kidd, former Mavericks coach, publicly urges Miami Heat guard Tim Hardaway Jr. to improve his perimeter shooting during his debut on ESPN’s “NBA Today.” Hardaway, a 34‑year‑old veteran, is averaging just 5.8 points on 30.4% shooting in his first eight games, far below expectations for a player signed to boost spacing alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo. Kidd, who coached Hardaway in Dallas, stresses the need for consistency as the Heat, despite loading up on shooters like Klay Thompson (who dropped 30 points in a 117‑116 OT win over the Clippers), struggle to hit outside shots. The Heat (3‑5) aim to build momentum against the Warriors on Thursday.
The Dallas Mavericks fell 112-111 to the San Antonio Spurs on Nov. 4, 2026, in a back‑and‑forth battle at the Frost Bank Center. Victor Wembanyama tallied nine offensive rebounds and key tip‑ins, while Kyrie Irving fought hard but missed the game‑winner. Mavericks coach Dusty May praised second‑half adjustments, noting improved ball movement and rebounding, and highlighted Naji Marshall’s breakout performance and Cooper Flagg’s resurgence after a slow start. Irving emphasized the shift from desperation to playing with a hunter’s mindset as Dallas rallied from a 19‑point deficit. The loss underscores the need for consistent execution against the Spurs’ dominant inside play.
Former Dallas Cowboys Pro Bowler Terence Newman, 48, was arrested on Oct. 27, 2026 in Manhattan, Kansas, after a late‑night altercation in the Aggieville entertainment district. Police cite disorderly conduct and criminal trespass for an incident at O’Malley’s Alley, and he was released on a $500 bond. The arrest came just hours after Kansas State University honored Newman during the Sunflower Showdown for his upcoming induction into the 2026 College Football Hall of Fame. Newman, a five‑year‑old NFL draft pick, spent 15 seasons with the Cowboys, Bengals and Vikings, earning two Pro Bowls and 42 interceptions.
Cooper Flagg has struggled in two of the Dallas Mavericks' most recent games, proving that Dallas needs to hold onto Kyrie Irving to keep the offense afloat rather than trade him.
Kendrick Perkins hails Victor Wembanyama’s monster night as the "greatest show on Earth" after the Spurs and Mavericks finish tied 112‑112. Wembanyama logged 52 points, 24 rebounds, eight blocks, two assists and two steals in 34 minutes, shooting 16‑of‑28 from the floor. Perkins praised the 22‑year‑old on ESPN’s NBA Today, saying no other athlete competes at his level. San Antonio’s win moves them to 6‑2, fifth in the West, with contributions from Dylan Harper (21 pts), Stephon Castle (17 pts, 10 reb) and others. The Spurs head to Portland on Nov. 7.
The New York Mets announce Johnny Washington as their new co‑hitting coach, according to The New York Post. Washington, 42, comes from a diverse background: drafted by the Rangers in 2003, he played in the minors until 2009 before moving into coaching. He’s served as a minor‑league coordinator for Atlanta, first‑base and hitting coach for the Padres, KBO hitting coach for the Hanwha Eagles, assistant hitting coach for the Cubs, and hitting coach for the Angels in 2024‑25. Washington joins interim manager Andy Green, who secured a three‑year extension in September, while the Mets retain hitting coach Troy Snitker but part ways with director of hitting Jeff Albert.
Texas Rangers utility star Ezequiel Duran has been named a finalist for the 2026 Silver Slugger Award for utility players. Duran, who already captured a Gold Glove at the same spot, posted a .260/.320/.419 slash line with a 114 OPS+ and stole 12 of 16 attempts while logging 49 starts at shortstop, 41 at third, 25 at second, 20 in the outfield and one at first. He competes against Detroit’s Kevin McGonigle ( .278/.376/.430, 126 OPS+, 7.1 bWAR) and Chicago White Sox’s Sam Antonacci (.277/.370/.396, 116 OPS+).
San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper compared Victor Wembanyama to NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain after the French superstar delivered a historic performance in a narrow victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
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Former Utah Jazz assistant coach Gordie Chiesa breaks down the Jazz’s overtime defeat to the New Orleans Pelicans, highlighting key lapses and what the team must fix. He also recaps Victor Wembanyama’s historic 50‑point, 24‑rebound, eight‑block performance against the Dallas Mavericks, noting his attempt at a 52‑point showcase. The podcast‑style entry adds broader NBA insights and upcoming storylines.
The EssentiallySports staff lay out their Week 9 NFL picks as the league hits the midway point. Senior writers Luke Hubbard (12‑2), Reubyn Coutinho (9‑5) and Daniel Rios (11‑3) each project dominant wins for the Jacksonville Jaguars over the Baltimore Ravens after Lamar Jackson lands on IR, a close Bengals‑Falcons contest favoring Cincinnati, a Cowboys‑Colts blowout in Indianapolis, and a Chiefs‑Jets matchup tilted toward Kansas City. The article highlights key injuries, trade delays and recent performances to justify each forecast, noting that the Vikings‑Bills clash remains a pivotal test for Minnesota’s bounce‑back hopes.
Center Daniel Gafford praises Dallas Mavericks' new two‑way guard Walter Clayton Jr., who signed on Oct. 21 and has appeared in seven of the team's eight games. In a 112‑111 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, Clayton logged 8 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists in 14.4 minutes, shooting 3‑of‑9 overall and 2‑of‑5 from three. He now averages 7.0 points, 2.6 rebounds and 3.1 assists, hitting 10 of 19 three‑pointers. Gafford highlights Clayton’s serious mindset, vocal leadership, and willingness to seize every opportunity. The Mavericks (4‑4) host Utah Friday in an NBA Cup group‑stage matchup.
The New York Mets, fresh off a 74-88 season that left them last in the NL East, are hunting veteran pitching help before the Dec. 1 lockout. While targeting two‑time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal, a pricey free‑agent deal may be out of reach. A new rumor suggests the Mets could instead trade for 37‑year‑old Texas Rangers right‑hander Nathan Eovaldi, who is owed $24 million for 2027 after a down 2026 but posted an 11‑3 record and 1.73 ERA the year before. With limited prospect cost and a contract President David Stearns could tolerate, Eovaldi offers a low‑risk, middle‑rotation upgrade for New York.
After the Mavericks fell 112-111 to the Spurs, rookie star Cooper Flagg (19 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists) struggled with a 7-of-19 shooting night. Center Daniel Gafford told 105.3 The Fan that the veteran core—P.J. Washington, Caleb Martin and Kyrie Irving—are rallying around Flagg, urging him to stay confident and keep shooting. Gafford emphasized the "village" mentality under new coach Dusty May, noting Flagg’s 24.3‑point average but 21.2% three‑point rate through seven games. The Mavericks sit 4-4 and head into a NBA Cup group‑stage clash with the Jazz Friday at 7 p.m. CT.
Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford reveals that coach Dusty May has given him the green light to take one or two late‑clock 3‑pointers. Gafford hit his first career three on Oct. 28 in a 120‑96 win over Oklahoma City, finishing with 7 points, 11 rebounds and 2 blocks. Though he hasn't attempted another three since, he says confidence is key and credits May’s open‑book coaching style for the encouragement. Through eight starts, Gafford averages 9.1 points, 6.6 rebounds, 2 assists and 1.9 blocks while shooting 67.4% from the floor. The Mavericks face the Utah Jazz Friday in an NBA Cup group‑stage game at the American Airlines Center.