The Minnesota Vikings trade for veteran QB Kirk Cousins on Nov. 10, 2026, sending a 2027 third‑round pick to the Las Vegas Raiders. Cousins, who posted 2,340 yards and 20 TDs in nine games for the Raiders and previously played for Minnesota (2018‑2023), is set to start immediately, familiar with the Vikings' offense and likely to face the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field Sunday. In return, the Raiders promote backup Fernando Mendoza—once mentored by Cousins—to starter, debuting against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday and facing the Broncos and Browns next. The move explains why the Vikings chose Cousins over the Colts’ Daniel Jones.
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Ahead of the NFL trade deadline, the 49ers' front office explored a range of deals, from acquiring DeForest Buckner for a fourth‑round pick to swapping a sixth‑rounder for WR Keenan Allen. One rumor that stood out: San Francisco reportedly eyed Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram, a two‑time Pro Bowler just a year younger than veteran George Kittle. ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler said the 49ers considered Engram as a complement to Kittle, but the Broncos (7‑2) kept the player, who is in the final year of his contract and has 17 catches for 169 yards and a TD this season. The trade never materialized, leaving the 49ers to rely on Allen for added receiving firepower.
Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane finally addressed his safety need by trading for Amani Hooker, giving up a 2027 second‑round pick and receiving a fifth‑rounder back. While Hooker bolsters a defense that has struggled at safety since Damar Hamlin and Chauncey Gardner‑Johnson underperformed, the article argues the Bills' biggest deadline blunder was their overall inactivity. Compared to Jacksonville’s aggressive moves and deals like Denver’s linebacker swap or Dallas’s cornerback trade, Buffalo could have upgraded its back seven or linebacker corps for modest draft cost. With Josh Allen now over 30, the piece questions why Beane remains cautious, citing his mixed success with past early‑round picks.
Patrick Mahoves fuels the Chiefs' Week 9 resurgence, throwing 23‑of‑31 for 242 yards, two TDs and no picks in a 35‑12 win over the New York Jets. The victory lifts Kansas City to 6‑2, keeping them second in the AFC West behind Denver. A pre‑game Instagram clip shows Mahomes kissing his wife Brittany and kids on the sideline, receiving her pep talk before the game. The family also announced they’re expecting a fourth child, drawing well‑wishes from the league. Chiefs head to Atlanta next, then host Arizona before a road stretch that includes a Bills showdown.
NFL Trade Rumors' post‑deadline roundup reveals that the 49ers explored a possible deal for Broncos TE Evan Engram, while the Buccaneers fielded offers for DT A’Shawn Robinson but held steady to protect their division‑winning roster. The Cardinals attracted interest in OLB Josh Sweat and safety Budda Baker but kept both players. The Panthers declined trade calls for DT Derrick Brown, and the Seahawks resisted inquiries about DT Jarran Reed, deeming him vital to their line. The article details which teams were targeted and why deals fell through.
At the NFL midseason mark, the Arrowhead Pride names rookie cornerback Mansoor Delane the Chiefs' top defensive newcomer. Drafted sixth overall from LSU, Delane logged a game‑opening interception against the Broncos, then posted 10 tackles and a pass defended in each of the next two wins over Miami and Las Vegas. By Week 8 he boasts an 81.6 run‑defense grade (9th among CBs) and a 77.4 coverage grade—best among rookie corners—with a 79.7 overall PFF rating. His early impact helps fill the void left by departures of All‑Pros Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson.
Steelers defensive tackle Derrick Harmon is set to return to practice on Wednesday as head coach Mike McCarthy opens his 21‑day activation window. Harmon's foot injury in the Week 4 loss to the Browns placed him on IR, and the team must decide by the window’s end whether to activate him for the season. Since his absence, Pittsburgh boasts the NFL’s top defensive rush success rate and ranks fourth in total EPA. His comeback arrives before a tough stretch featuring a Week 10 matchup with the Bengals, followed by games against the Eagles, Broncos and Texans.
The trade deadline buzz fizzles for several NFL teams. Denver tried to close on RB Jonathan Taylor and eyed TE Evan Engram, but the Colts and 49ers stayed put; the Broncos also passed on a J.K. Dobbins deal, citing depth. Cleveland explored an edge rusher or blocking tight end but made no moves. Kansas City scouted cornerbacks but held steady. In Las Vegas, Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins rebuffed trade rumors, preferring the Vikings, while the team negotiates a third‑round pick and assumes his $10 million bonus to satisfy Minnesota’s offer. Pittsburgh pursued WR Calvin Ridley and WR Josh Downs, yet couldn’t seal a deal, hampered by Ridley’s airport incident and a missing 2027 fourth‑round pick.
The San Francisco 49ers traded for WR Keenan Allen from the Colts at the November 11 trade deadline, boosting depth as they await Mike Evans' return. Reports reveal the 49ers had also scouted Broncos tight end Evan Engram before opting for Allen, who can line up like a big receiver‑tight end. Adding Engram would have been tough given Denver's strong first‑half season. With the Allen acquisition, the NFC‑top seed 49ers—already poised for a playoff bye—prepare to face the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET.
Six teams in the AFC, including the Broncos, have two or fewer losses on the season; that's a pretty remarkable stat in the middle of November
The Los Angeles Chargers, sitting 0-8, make only one move before the NFL trade deadline: linebacker Daiyan Henley heads to the Denver Broncos for a 2027 fourth‑round and a 2028 fifth‑round pick. General manager Joe Hortiz earns a C‑ grade, praised for securing a reasonable return on Henley but critiqued for leaving veteran pass rusher Khalil Mack on the roster despite his free‑agency status. The lone trade adds modest draft capital, yet fans worry about missed opportunities and the team's future direction.
The Indianapolis Colts have rejected multiple trade offers for star running back Jonathan Taylor, including bids from the Giants, Vikings, Packers, Broncos, Seahawks and Chiefs, insisting on a return comparable to a first‑round package like the 49ers paid for Christian McCaffrey. After the deadline, the team announced a new strategy: hold Taylor through the 2026 season and pursue a deal in the offseason when more buyers and a permanent GM are in place. Taylor currently sits at 656 yards and eight touchdowns over nine games, and the Colts remain focused on rebuilding with maximum draft capital.
A post‑deadline insider report reveals the Denver Broncos made a late push for Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor but fell short because the Colts demanded a first‑round‑equivalent return. Taylor, 27, has logged 656 rushing yards and eight touchdowns in nine games this season. While the trade deadline passed without a deal, the Broncos could still target him in the offseason, especially if Indianapolis enters rebuild mode under a new GM after shipping out several key players. The article details the failed bid and future possibilities.
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The Las Vegas Raiders trade veteran QB Kirk Cousins to the Minnesota Vikings for a 2027 third‑round pick, promoting No. 1 overall rookie Fernando Mendoza to the starting role. Mendoza, a Heisman winner from Indiana who debuted in Week 5 with a 6‑for‑8, 48‑yard performance, will now lead the Raiders in their next game against the Seattle Seahawks and later face Denver. General manager John Spytek emphasized the move isn’t a season‑long surrender but a reward for Mendoza’s preparation and growth behind the scenes.
The San Francisco 49ers closed the NFL trade deadline by acquiring veteran wide receiver Keenan Allen from the Indianapolis Colts, but they almost added Denver Broncos Pro Bowl tight end Evan Engram, according to ESPN reporters. Engram, who has 17 catches for 169 yards and a touchdown this season, remained in Denver’s roster as the Broncos feared losing depth. Allen, a six‑time Pro Bowler, arrives on a 7‑1 49ers squad plagued by WR injuries, bringing 40 catches, 351 yards and a score to boost Brock Purdy’s aerial attack before the Cowboys matchup Sunday.
The Broncos skipped the running back market at Tuesday's deadline and traded for Chargers linebacker Daiyen Henley, and Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt thinks the front office read its defense correctly
The Kansas City Chiefs, now 6-2 and back in Super Bowl contention, made a trade deadline splash by acquiring WR Josh Downs from the Indianapolis Colts for future fourth‑ and fifth‑round picks. Mahomes, who posted a 35‑12 win over the Jets with 23‑of‑31 completions, two TDs and a 117.9 rating, shared the Instagram announcement without comment. Downs, a two‑time first‑team All‑ACC at North Carolina, has 33 catches for 354 yards this season and could debut Sunday against the Falcons, a game that could push Kansas City to 7‑2 and tie the Broncos for the AFC West lead.
Rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza makes his first start for the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks, stepping in after Kirk Cousins' trade to Minnesota. The Raiders rank fifth in scoring (26.4 ppg) but rely on Mendoza to keep the offense humming while their line, running game, and defense—currently allowing a league‑worst 29.7 points—must improve. He could click with deep threats Tre Tucker and Jalen Nailor, and may get a chance to revive sixth‑round pick Malik Benson, who showed chemistry in camp. Facing Seattle, Denver and Cleveland before the bye, Mendoza is expected to evolve through early growing pains.
The 49ers explored the tight end trade market before the deadline, with Broncos Pro Bowler Evan Engram reportedly among their targets. Here's what we know.
The Colts’ refusal to part with Jonathan Taylor for less than a first‑round pick halted Denver’s trade push at the 2026 deadline. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano report that Indianapolis demanded a first‑round equivalent, a price the Broncos weren’t willing to meet, despite interest in bolstering their backfield. Denver also eyed J.K. Dobbins but keeps both him and Jonah Coleman on IR, leaving the team quiet on the deadline. The stalemate leaves the Broncos without a major upgrade while Indianapolis plans to rebuild around Taylor.
The Denver Broncos set an NFL record with their 16th straight one‑score win, beating the Carolina Panthers 23‑20 in Week 9 and climbing to the No. 2 AFC seed. Pro Football Focus grades show offensive standouts Luke Wattenberg (75.2), QB Bo Nix (75.1) and TE Nate Adkins (74.4), while FB Adam Prentice (50.1) and RB Jonah Coleman (60.6) rank at the bottom, the latter penalized for poor pass protection. Defensively, DL Tyler Onyedim (92.4) and OLB Nik Bonitto (89.9) lead the way, with CB Jahdae Barron (30.1) the poorest performer. Special teams highlight S Devon Key (90.2). The Broncos head into a Week 10 bye before facing the Las Vegas Raiders on Nov 22.
The San Francisco 49ers, who had been scouting tight end options ahead of the trade deadline, signed veteran wideout Keenan Allen on Tuesday. Reports say the Broncos’ Evan Engram was also on their radar, but Allen’s size and versatility make him a functional stand‑in for an inline tight end, capable of lining up in the slot or outside and running short routes. Dan Graziano notes the 49ers have been scrambling to fill receiver depth all season, and Allen will provide a reliable safety net for Brock Purdy while the squad heals. The article also hints at earlier interest in DeForest Buckner before the Jaguars lost the chase.