Running Back Matchups to Target in Week 9 - Jonah Coleman, Javonte Williams, more
Welcome back to another deep dive into running back matchups for Week 9! This article has taken on a life […]
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Welcome back to another deep dive into running back matchups for Week 9! This article has taken on a life […]
With the NFL trade deadline looming on Nov. 10, the Indianapolis Colts are likely to move star running back Jonathan Taylor after firing GM Chris Ballard and trading veterans Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner. The article evaluates three top suitors: the 6‑1 Minnesota Vikings, who need a running boost for quarterback Kyler Murray’s injured backup; the 4‑2‑1 New York Giants, looking to shore up a shaky ground game amid injuries to Tyrone Tracy Jr. and Cam Skattebo; and the 6‑2 Denver Broncos, who sit 26th in rushing and could use Taylor’s explosiveness to complement Bo Nix. Each team’s playoff aspirations and trade‑price challenges are explored.
The Dallas Mavericks sit 2-0 in West Group A of the NBA Cup, beating the Utah Jazz 112-100 after a 116-111 win over the Houston Rockets. First‑overall pick Cooper Flagg says the Cup adds an "extra little something" that fuels the team's energy and effort, highlighted by his 21 points—15 in the third quarter—plus 10 rebounds and 7 assists against Utah. Kyrie Irving dropped 35 points in the Rockets game, while P.J. Washington scored 22 early against Utah. With two group games left versus Denver and Phoenix, Dallas aims to maintain its 5-4 overall record and secure a knockout‑round spot before the Dec. 11 championship.
Former ESPN anchor Linda Cohn rebukes Brittany Mahomes and Kelly Stafford after they publicly criticized NFL decisions. Brittany slammed a controversial false‑start call that erased a late Chiefs‑Broncos TD in a 28–24 loss, while Kelly condemned the Rams’ tight 10‑day Thanksgiving‑Eve schedule. Cohn advises the quarterbacks’ wives to "know the room," stressing how their comments resonate beyond the league. The article notes Patrick Mahomes’ 5,097 yards and 50 TDs in 2018 and Matthew Stafford’s 4,707 yards and 46 TDs in 2025, framing the debate over player‑spouse commentary and NFL fairness.
Uwazurike was fined and landed on the injured-reserve list due to a shoulder injury sustained in the Broncos' win over the Chiefs.
Saturday’s NFL roster moves see the 49ers activate WR Demarcus Robinson and place Christian Kirk on IR, while the Broncos shuffle a handful of players, adding DB Sean Fresch and moving Taylor Rapp back to the practice squad. The Cowboys bring back LB Marist Liufau and promote WR Jordan Hudson, and the Rams activate Myles Garrett and Ronnie Rivers. Numerous teams, including the Bears, Chiefs, and Patriots, also elevate practice‑squad talent and adjust IR lists across positions.
The post titled “Game Thread: Denver Nuggets vs Indiana Pacers – November 7, 2026” is actually a community‑guidelines article from Denver Stiffs. It outlines rules for respectful discussion, prohibiting personal attacks, harassment, hate speech, misinformation, illegal activity, NSFW content, excessive profanity, trolling, spam, and political commentary. It emphasizes keeping conversations focused on the Nuggets and NBA topics, and explains how moderators will enforce bans or removals. Readers looking for game analysis or scores will not find them here; the piece serves only as a reference for acceptable behavior on the site.
The Las Vegas Raiders announce two roster moves: defensive tackle Tim Keenan earns a promotion from the practice squad, while veteran wide receiver Phillip Dorsett is released. Dorsett, a 2015 first‑round pick who has bounced between teams—including the Colts, Patriots, Seahawks, Jaguars, Texans, Broncos and a brief stint with the Falcons—joined the Raiders in 2025 on a futures contract and has been on and off the roster. The move marks the latest shift for the 33‑year‑old after appearing in just two games with the Broncos in 2023.
The Chiefs enter Week 9 against the New York Jets missing three defensive starters. Cornerback Mansoor Delane (shoulder), rookie DT Peter Woods (neck) and safety Omarr Norman‑Lott (knee) are out, while Nikko Remigio remains questionable. Delane, a 2026 first‑round pick, has logged 27 tackles and an interception in five starts; Woods contributed 13 tackles, a half‑sack and a pass breakup in seven games. Their absences force head coach Andy Reid to reshuffle the rotation, putting extra pressure on Chris Jones and Khyiris Tonga to preserve Kansas City’s league‑leading run defense after a 28‑24 loss to Denver.
The Denver Broncos activate 23‑year‑old WR Pat Bryant from injured reserve, adding him to a four‑year, $6.58 million deal with a $1.43 million signing bonus. Bryant, a former Illinois starter and 2024 Second‑Team All‑Big Ten honoree, has played four games this season, logging nine catches for 133 yards and a touchdown. Denver also elevates S Taylor Rapp for a second straight week, places DL Eyioma Uwazurike on IR, promotes RB Cody Schrader, and signs CB Sean Fresch to the active roster.
The Denver Nuggets face the Indiana Pacers Saturday, November 7, 2026, in the NBA Mexico City Game at Arena CDMX. The matchup tips off at 5:00 PM ET on NBA TV and streams live on Fubo (free trial available). Colorado brings a high‑octane offense led by three‑time MVP Nikola Jokic, All‑Star guard Jamal Murray and veteran Aaron Gordon, while Indiana looks to stabilize after a rocky start, counting on Pascal Siakam, Andrew Nembhard and Ivica Zubac. It’s the Pacers’ first game in Mexico City and a chance for a statement win against a Western Conference powerhouse.
The Colorado Avalanche launch their new Hometown Remix jerseys as they close a two‑game home stand against the Detroit Red Wings on Feb. 2. Colorado (9‑6‑2) comes off a 3‑2 OT loss to Nashville and needs a defensive boost, per coach Jared Bednar, while MacKinnon (27 points, 18 assists) and Lehonen (12 goals) lead the offense. Goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood returns to start. Detroit faces internal drama after captain Dylan Larkin announced he won’t play and was suspended without pay. A win could keep the Avs in touch with Utah and Dallas in the Central, while maintaining a lead over Nashville, St. Louis and Chicago.
During a 28-24 loss to the Denver Broncos, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelke (87) delivers a heartfelt shout‑out to servicemen on Instagram ahead of the team’s Salute To Service Week match against the New York Jets. The 37‑year‑old, in his 14th season, posted the video after recording five catches for 87 yards while quarterback Patrick Mahomes threw for 321 yards and three touchdowns. Kansas City, coming off a 5‑0 start and missing the playoffs last year, hopes the military presence will spark a return to Super Bowl contention.
Playing with Nikola Jokic can make it much easier to get good looks from three, as Peyton Watson and Tim Hardaway Jr. are finding out.
The Colorado Avalanche (9-6-2) host the Detroit Red Wings (7-7-4) on Nov. 7 at 7:11 p.m. MT, debuting new hometown‑remix white jerseys. After a 0‑1‑1 slump and an OT loss to Nashville, the Avs aim to bounce back in what may be their last home game for two weeks, leaning on Mackenzie Blackwood (8‑3‑1) and a defense pairing of Cale Makar with Brett Kulak, plus Devon Toews alongside Sam Malinski. Detroit battles off‑ice drama, with former captain Dylan Larkin suspended and defenseman Simon Edvinsson still away. The Red Wings are 3‑2‑2 on the road after two regulation defeats. Projected lineups and watch details (Altitude TV, 92.5 FM) are provided.
The Denver Nuggets (4‑3) travel to Mexico City to face the Indiana Pacers (3‑6) in a neutral‑site showdown at Arena CDMX on Nov. 7, 3 p.m. MST. Both clubs come off shaky starts – the Nuggets have been inconsistent, while the Pacers are hampered by injuries, including a hamstring loss to star Tyrese Haliburton. Key matchups feature PG Jamal Murray versus Braden Smith and a battle in the frontcourt with Nikola Jokic and Aaron Gordon. Injuries linger: DeMar DeRozan is probable, Julian Strawther, Ben Sheppard and Johnny Furphy are out, and several players are questionable. The game streams on Altitude TV and airs on Altitude Radio 92.5 FM.
The 49ers and Broncos are looking for a tight end and the Eagles might have what they need.
ESPN’s NFL analysis crowns Denver Broncos wide receiver Haven Moses as the franchise’s greatest in‑season trade ever. Acquired from the Buffalo Bills in a 1972 midseason swap for Dwight Harrison, Moses posted 15 catches, 224 yards and five TDs in just eight games, then logged 302 receptions, 5,450 yards and 44 touchdowns over a decade. His deep‑ball threat helped Denver secure its first winning season in 1973, reach the playoffs, and earn its inaugural Super Bowl berth after the 1977 campaign, highlighted by a 168‑yard, two‑TD performance in the AFC Championship. The accolade underscores the long‑term impact of that trade.
The Colorado Avalanche (9‑6‑2) face longtime rivals Detroit Red Wings (7‑7‑3) Saturday at 7 p.m. MT in a clash that could jump‑start Colorado’s struggling power play. The Avs hover around a .500 record, clinging to a Wild Card spot after a recent OT loss to Nashville, and have been plagued by special‑teams woes. Detroit battles internal drama, with captain Dylan Larkin suspended and defenseman Simon Edvinsson absent, after a 2‑1 defeat to Vegas. Projected lines feature Colorado’s top six—including Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar—against Detroit’s scoring trio of Alex DeBrincat, Viktor Arvidsson and Lucas Raymond. The game airs on Altitude and DSN.
Ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline, the Arizona Cardinals bluntly shut down Denver’s bid for star tight end Trey McBride. Despite interest from multiple teams, the Cardinals — who just swapped Jacoby Brissett for draft picks — say they have “zero intention” of moving McBride, who leads the league with 66 catches (544 yards, 5 TDs) after eight games. The 26‑year‑old’s $76 million extension makes a trade financially painful, costing Arizona $26.8 million in dead money. Meanwhile, the Broncos, coming off a 30‑16 loss to Arizona, struggle at tight end and will look elsewhere as they chase a Super Bowl run.
The Kansas City Chiefs’ pursuit of a wide‑receiver trade stalls as the deadline looms. Jacksonville balks at moving former first‑round pick Brian Thomas Jr. to an AFC rival, and Indianapolis demands at least a third‑round pick for Josh Downs, far above what Kansas City typically offers. With the Chiefs’ passing game exposed in recent losses to Seattle and Denver, attention shifts to a possible Dallas Cowboys deal for former Pro Bowler George Pickens. If the Cowboys’ season falters, Pickens—costing $13.65 million for the final weeks—could be a creative, Day‑2‑pick trade that restores a Tyreek Hill‑type threat for Kansas City after Week 9.
The Denver Broncos are probing trade options as the 2026 season’s deadline approaches, initially targeting Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride—widely regarded as the league’s top TE—but Arizona has ruled out any deal. With McBride off the table, Denver looks to upgrade tight end and running back spots. Potential TE targets include Dallas’ veteran Dallas Goedert (possible Day 3 pick) and Detroit’s Sam LaPorta. Running back candidates range from New York’s injury‑plagued Breece Hall (likely a 3rd‑round pick) to Indianapolis star Jonathan Taylor (demanding a 2nd‑5th‑round package) and Tennessee’s Tony Pollard, who might fetch a 4th‑rounder. The article weighs each prospect’s recent performance, contract status, and trade cost.
The Denver Nuggets list DeMar DeRozan as probable for Saturday’s matchup against the Indiana Pacers despite low‑back spasms. The 37‑year‑old, now a bench player in his first Nuggets season, averages 10.7 points, 2.7 assists and 2.0 rebounds over six games, shooting 40.4%. Denver’s only other injury is Julian Strawther (out with a left knee sprain). Indiana faces a deeper list: Kelly Oubre Jr. and TJ McConnell are questionable, while Tyrese Haliburton, Johnny Furphey, Ben Sheppard and others are out. The report clarifies DeRozan’s likely availability and both teams’ health statuses.
Trevon Brazile has played too well to lose minutes in the rotation, and the Nuggets need to find someone else to take minutes from.
The Indiana Pacers host the Denver Nuggets for an official NBA regular‑season game on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, at Arena CDMX in Mexico City. Marking the league’s 35th Mexico City Game since 1992, the matchup counts in the standings and highlights the NBA’s push into Latin America. It’s the Pacers’ first game in Mexico, while the Nuggets return after a 2006 preseason visit to Monterrey. Both teams add another chapter to their international history, which includes exhibitions in Taipei, Beijing and London. The event also features NBA Cares, Jr. NBA/WNBA programs and broader fan‑engagement initiatives.