Tuesday’s NFL roster moves see the 49ers put DT Gracen Halton on IR and trade a 2027 sixth‑round pick to the Colts for veteran WR Keenan Allen. The Bills send a 2027 second‑rounder to the Titans for DB Amani Hooker, while the Chiefs acquire WR Josh Downs from the Colts for two mid‑round picks. Major trades include the Eagles sending DT Jordan Davis to Jacksonville for a 2027 first‑round and 2029 second‑round pick, and the Raiders dealing QB Kirk Cousins to the Vikings for a 2027 third‑rounder. Injuries land the Cardinals’ Gardner Minshew and Michael Wilson on IR, and the Dolphins place DT Zach Sieler and QB Malik Willis on IR. Numerous practice‑squad signings and releases round out the busy transaction day.
The Los Angeles Rams entered the 2026 season as Super Bowl favorites, but a spate of injuries to star receivers Davante Adams and Puka Nacua and tight end Terrance Ferguson has left their offense thin. Despite expectations, the Rams made no moves at the November 10 trade deadline, passing on available options like Indianapolis Colts wideout Josh Downs, who instead joined the Kansas City Chiefs, and veteran Keenan Allen, who was dealt to division rival San Francisco 49ers. With Adams expected back by month’s end and Nacua possibly returning in December, the Rams must win key games against the Cardinals, Packers (Nov. 25) and Chiefs (Dec. 3) to keep playoff hopes alive.
The Rams' receiver woes spark renewed talk of re‑uniting with Odell Beckham Jr. after the Vikings cut him on Tuesday following the Kirk Cousins trade. While the Vikings reportedly re‑signed OBJ to their practice squad, Los Angeles still eyes him as a backup for injured star Puka Nacua, who tore ligaments in a 20‑13 win over Washington. The Rams, who linked to Josh Downs and Brian Thomas Jr. before the deadline, instead added Xavier Smith and placed Jordan Whittington on IR. Beckham, a key part of the Rams' Super Bowl LVI run, could still become available, as the 5‑4 Rams aim to extend their three‑game streak against the 3‑6 Cardinals on Sunday at 1:05 p.m. PT.
The Phoenix Suns (3-6) face a must‑win back‑to‑back showdown against the Los Angeles Clippers (2-7) on Nov. 10 at 7 pm Arizona time. After a 96‑122 loss to Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs, Phoenix must rely on more than Devin Booker's 32‑point effort; the four other starters combined for just 27 points on 27.8% shooting. Key players Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks and Miles Bridges need to step up, while the Clippers missing Brandon Ingram and Bradley Beal will lean on Darius Garland and Brook Lopez. Rebounding will be critical— the Suns were outrebounded 55‑35 by the Spurs. With Mark Williams out and Jordan Goodwin back, the game could hinge on bench contributions and defensive pressure.
The Los Angeles Rams bolster a depleted receiving corps by signing free‑agent wide receiver Xavier Smith and placing return specialist Jordan Whittington on IR, just after the NFL trade deadline. The moves come as star WR Puka Nacua, who has 70 catches for 715 yards and four TDs this season, is expected to miss at least four games after a PCL/MCL sprain and turf toe suffered in the 20‑13 win over Washington. Smith, a 2025 rookie with 18 catches for 303 yards, also contributes on special teams. The Rams (5‑4) aim to extend their three‑game streak against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 10.
The Buffalo Bills pursued Arizona Cardinals Pro Bowl safety Buddah Baker aggressively, but ultimately traded with the Tennessee Titans for safety Amani Hooker on the deadline. After releasing C.J. Gardner‑Johnson, Buffalo scanned the safety market, eyeing Baker despite concerns he’d overlap with Cole Bishop. Hooker, a versatile defender who can also play nickel corner, lets Bishop stay near the line while providing deep coverage. General manager Brandon Beane reportedly offered a Day‑2 pick for Baker, but the Bills opted for the young talent from Tennessee instead.
Agent Drew Rosenhaus says he expects wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk to play this season despite the 49ers likely releasing him after the trade deadline. Aiyuk, who owes San Francisco $13 million, has passed multiple physicals, is fully healthy and ready to work out for any team. Rosenhaus hints at interest from former coaches or teammates—potentially Washington, Las Vegas or Arizona—if the 49ers cut him. He remains confident Aiyuk will find a new roster spot and contribute soon.
The Arizona Cardinals close the NFL trade deadline by retaining safety Budda Baker and pass rusher Josh Sweat, rejecting offers—including a Day‑2 pick from the Buffalo Bills—for the 8‑time Pro Bowl safety. While the Bills turned to Tennessee for Amani Hooker, Arizona keeps its veteran defensive leaders, signaling a reluctance to trade core talent despite a disappointing season. The moves underline the franchise’s intent to preserve its identity and build responsibly rather than fully rebuilding for draft capital.
The Cardinals had already made two trades entering deadline day on Tuesday, but there were rumors they would make more.
The Buffalo Bills approached Arizona Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort with a trade offer for safety Budda Baker, but the Cardinals turned it down. Instead, the Bills acquired veteran safety Amani Hooker from the Tennessee Titans for a second‑round and a fifth‑round pick. Baker, a seven‑time Pro Bowler in his 10th season with 1,083 tackles, remains the franchise’s face despite Arizona’s lack of division titles and only one playoff appearance since 2017. The rejected deal, reported by NFL Insider Jordan Schultz on November 10, 2026, leaves fans wondering if the Cardinals should keep their star or trade him to a contender.
The do-it-all guard has been out for the past four games with a right calf injury.
The Phoenix Suns get a boost for Tuesday night’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers as guard Jordan Goodwin is cleared from the injury report. Goodwin’s defensive energy could help a Suns squad still reeling from a 122-96 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, where Devin Booker’s 32 points weren’t enough. With the Clippers sitting 2-7, Phoenix hopes Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green will step up offensively to relieve Booker’s scoring burden. The article highlights the Suns’ need to find consistent support beyond Booker and frames the matchup as a chance to prove they can compete again.
The Buffalo Bills pursued a trade for Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker before securing safety Amani Hooker from the Tennessee Titans at the NFL deadline. Insider Jordan Schultz says Buffalo made a "very strong push" for the 8‑time Pro Bowl Baker, but Arizona viewed him as a franchise icon and declined. With the Baker talks stalling, the Bills turned to Hooker, acquiring him for a second‑round pick and a fifth‑rounder, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Hooker, who spent eight seasons with the Titans and logged 17 interceptions, joins a Bills defense that just posted a 23‑6 win over the Vikings and now prepares for a matchup with the New York Jets.
After a 23-6 victory over the Vikings on Monday Night Football, the Buffalo Bills trade a second‑round pick to the Tennessee Titans for league‑leading interceptor Amani Hooker, also receiving a fifth‑round pick. Hooker, 28, arrives with five interceptions, 52 tackles and six pass deflections in seven starts this season, aiming to bolster a secondary ranked 29th in passing yards allowed. The deal marks the Bills' most aggressive deadline move, following earlier interest in Cardinals safety Budda Baker, who remains unsigned. Hooker’s eight‑year tenure with the Titans has yet to include a postseason appearance since 2021.
The Buffalo Bills aggressively pursued Cardinals safety Budda Baker before completing a deal for Titans safety Amani Hooker, but Arizona turned them down, treating Baker as a franchise cornerstone despite a 3-6 record. Baker, a 30‑year‑old Pro Bowl starter, is under a three‑year, $54 million extension through 2028 after previously signing a $59 million deal. In 2026 he’s logged 62 tackles, 3.5 sacks, an interception and four pass deflections in nine games. The Bills likely offered a package similar to the second‑round pick and fifth‑rounder they gave up for Hooker, but the Cardinals held firm.
Victor Wembanyama delivers a historic night for the San Antonio Spurs, dropping 40 points, 11 rebounds and nine blocks in just 25 minutes as the Spurs rout the Phoenix Suns 122-96. He becomes only the second player since 1951-52 to score 40+ points in under 26 minutes, joining Sleepy Floyd. The 7‑foot‑4 rookie also showcases elite ball‑handling and perimeter shooting, challenging the Suns' defense. Phoenix’s Devin Booker tops his team with 32 points but admits Wembanyama’s all‑court impact was decisive. The performance cements Wembanyama as a potential championship cornerstone.
Devin Booker moves into 78th place on the NBA’s all‑time scoring list, surpassing Julius Erving, as the Phoenix Suns beat the Los Angeles Clippers 112‑107 on Nov. 10, 2026. Booker shoots 6‑for‑14 for 17 points and, with key contributions from Jordan Goodwin, Collin Gillespie and Luke Kennard, the Suns claim their fourth win of the season. The victory highlights Booker’s longevity and scoring versatility, while Phoenix’s improved bench play and defensive flashes signal a growing chance to contend for higher standings.
Former Michigan Wolverines shined in Week 9. AJ Barner scored both Seattle Seahawks touchdowns—a one‑yard rush and a seven‑yard reception—in a 17‑3 win over Arizona, finishing with two catches and three carries. Derrick Moore recorded his first two NFL sacks as a starter for Detroit in a 19‑9 victory against Miami. Dominic Zvada was perfect on the field, nailing all four of his Giants’ field‑goal attempts, including a 53‑yard bomb, in a 19‑11 win over Philadelphia. Elsewhere, Blake Corum and Nico Collins added rushing and receiving touchdowns for the Rams and Texans, while several other ex‑Wolverines contributed across the league.
AZ Snake Pit imagines five Diamondbacks players who never suited up last season, offering parallel‑universe mini‑reviews. Reliever AJ Puk, sidelined by injury, would have bolstered a stronger bullpen with a 3.38 ERA and 1.3 bWAR. Outfielder Kristian Robinson’s AAA surge could have earned a DH call‑up, adding six RBIs and a .14 RBIs/PA rate. First baseman Ty France, amid a personal life pause, might have left the Padres for Arizona, posting a .295/.363/.502 line and 4.5 bWAR. The article also speculates on a thwarted trade for Marcelo Mayer and a missed acquisition of Clay Holmes. Each profile includes 2026 stats, earnings and free‑agent outlook, highlighting how a few roster moves could have altered the Diamondbacks’ win total.
The Golden State Warriors have opened the 2026-27 season with an 8-3 record, echoing their 2022 championship run. After a 51‑point win over the New Orleans Pelicans, they matched the eight‑straight‑win streak that propelled the 2021‑22 title team. Both squads entered the year after Play‑In losses (to the Grizzlies in 2022, the Suns last season) and faced key wing injuries—Klay Thompson’s Achilles in 2021 and rookie Jimmy Butler III’s ACL this year. New contributors like rookie Yaxel Lendeborg (a Michigan alum) and Georges Niang draw parallels to Jordan Poole and Otto Porter Jr. While the current squad ranks higher offensively, its defense lags behind the 2022 team, and bench production has surged. The article weighs whether these similarities could spark another championship.
Victor Wembanyama led the San Antonio Spurs to a dominant win over the Phoenix Suns on Nov. 9, 2026, dropping 40 points and 11 rebounds in 25 minutes. He finished with 15 made shots—12 inside the paint, nine of them dunks—and added two three‑pointers and a flashy Dream Shake. Four teammates supplied alley‑oops, highlighting the Spurs' offense built around his versatility. The article argues that while Wembanyama’s brilliance makes regular‑season opponents look easy, his performance underscores his status as the NBA’s best player and raises questions about how far the Spurs can truly go.
Jordan Goodwin injury update: the Phoenix Suns guard is off the injury report for Tuesday's game against the LA Clippers at Mortgage Matchup Center.
The Arizona Cardinals have overhauled a chaotic quarterback room, trading veteran Jacoby Brissett to the Ravens and adding 40‑year‑old journeyman Josh Johnson before claiming 25‑year‑old Joey Aguilar from the Jacksonville Jaguars’ practice squad. With Gardner Minshew nursing a suspected torn UCL and rookie Carson Beck poised as the likely starter, the team now banks on Aguilar as a potential QB3. Aguilar, an undrafted former Tennessee and Appalachian State standout who posted 3,565 yards and 24 touchdowns last season, brings a solid arm and mobility to a roster that has yet to name its starter for Sunday’s clash against the Rams.
For Week 10 fantasy managers, the tight end streamers to start are Tyler Higbee (Rams at Cardinals), Chig Okonkwo (Commanders at Giants) and A.J. Barner (Seahawks at Raiders), each showing high snap and route shares and favorable matchups. Conversely, Mike Gesicki (Bengals vs. Steelers), Greg Dulcich (Dolphins at Colts) and Darren Waller (Panthers at Saints) are sit‑em candidates due to declining targets, inconsistent usage or limited upside. The guide emphasizes volume, route share and opponent TE defense over name recognition.
The trade deadline buzz centers on tight ends as the Denver Broncos explore upgrades while Evan Engram struggles this season. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports that Engram is on other teams’ radars but unlikely to move because Denver lacks a ready replacement. Meanwhile, the Carolina Panthers could benefit from the market, eyeing low‑cost options like Ja’Tavion Sanders as they position themselves to cash in. The Broncos also considered a deal for Arizona’s star TE Trey McBride, but the Cardinals rejected any offers.