The New York Giants’ chase for Indianapolis Colts star Jonathan Taylor hits a snag as new reports suggest the price could jump to a first‑round pick – a package comparable to the 49ers‑Panthers McCaffrey deal. With the Giants sitting 4‑2‑1 atop the NFC East and looking to upgrade their defensive line and backfield before the Week 9 trade deadline, losing additional draft capital would leave them with only five picks in April’s draft, risking long‑term depth. The high cost raises doubts about whether the Giants will pull the trigger.
Derrick Henry quashes New York Giants trade rumors as the Baltimore Ravens slide to a 4–5 record amid a four‑game losing streak. The veteran back told reporters he’s focused on helping Baltimore improve, dismissing any talk of leaving. Meanwhile, the Ravens’ offense struggles with quarterback injuries and Henry’s production has dropped—he’s yet to hit 60 yards in each of the recent defeats, including a 45‑yard effort on 17 carries versus Cincinnati. Giants insiders also downplay the deal, even as New York bolsters its roster after acquiring QB Jacoby Brissett.
Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor says the trade chatter surrounding the New York Giants is “noise” and confirms he hasn’t requested a move. He practiced Thursday and is set to play Sunday against the Jaguars, despite the NFL trade deadline looming on Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET. New York’s backfield worries—Cam Skattebo’s hamstring and Tyrone Tracy Jr.’s IR status—add urgency, but the Giants must weigh Taylor’s price against other options like Devin Singletary or a cheaper acquisition. Taylor’s remarks clarify his stance but leave the final deal uncertain.
Philadelphia promoted practice‑squad recruit Joe Milton to start at quarterback in Week 9 against the New York Giants after benching Tanner McKee. At 26, Milton is making his first NFL start just three weeks after joining the Eagles on Oct. 16, when Jalen Hurts landed on IR. He says he’s been studying the playbook like a starter, noting the West Coast concepts resemble his rookie system in New England. With the Eagles at 2‑6 and on a six‑game losing streak, Milton’s arm strength and mobility will be tested as he scrambles to grasp Sean Mannion’s offense.
As Week 9 approaches, ClutchPoints highlights four RBs worth streaming on the waiver wire. Arizona's Tyler Allgeier exploded for 191 scrimmage yards and two TDs after injury‑boosted opportunities, while Denver's Jonah Coleman posted a game‑winning TD and a growing 24‑carry workload over the last two weeks. Giants' Devin Singletary snapped a 41‑yard, one‑TD effort on just five carries and could see more work if injuries persist, and Houston's Woody Marks logged 19 carries despite modest output, offering volume for deeper leagues. Allgeier and Coleman emerge as the top immediate picks, with Singletary and Marks as secondary options.
Daniel Jones faces a massive uphill battle this season, but Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter took a stand this week to support Jones.
The New England Patriots are eyeing a possible trade for veteran running back Derrick Henry as the Baltimore Ravens’ season unravels. With the Ravens facing a quarterback crisis—Lamar Jackson on IR and backup Tyler Huntley also out—their 4-5 record includes back‑to‑back blowouts (33-10 vs Jacksonville, 36-10 vs Buffalo). Henry, now seventh all‑time in rushing yards (13,707), could reunite with former Titans coach Mike Vrabel, offering New England a physical ground game to support rookie QB Drake Maye. Meanwhile, Baltimore may consider moving Henry for draft capital as it looks toward rebuilding for 2027. The trade deadline looms Tuesday, with the Giants also in the mix.
Five weeks after a September 28 trade that sent J.J. McCarthy from Minnesota to New York, the 23‑year‑old quarterback has become the Giants’ starter and helped the team surge to a 4‑2‑1 record, leading the NFC East heading into their bye week. After stepping in for the injured Jaxson Dart and replacing Jameis Winston, McCarthy posted a flawless 20‑of‑28, 252‑yard performance against the Texans and now boasts a 63.3% completion rate for 495 yards with no turnovers. Grateful for the opportunity, he says he feels "blessed" to wear the blue every Sunday.
Philadelphia Eagles rookie receiver Makai Lemon is among the receivers with strong matchups in Week 9, taking on Giants slot cornerback Dru Phillips.
Insider James Palmer tells ClutchPoints that veteran RB Jonathan Taylor expects to be traded before the Nov. 10 deadline, as the Indianapolis Colts reshape their roster after firing GM Chris Ballard. Taylor, a former All‑Pro with 8,208 career rushing yards (second in Colts history) and 77 TDs (franchise record), has drawn interest from the Vikings, Giants, Packers and Broncos, but Indianapolis says offers haven’t met its high price. He’s posted 812 scrimmage yards and eight touchdowns in eight games this season, averaging 4.1 yards per carry, and is preparing for Sunday’s matchup against Dallas while bracing for a move.
Giants defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson doubles down on his blunt, film‑based criticism of the unit ahead of the matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles. Wilson says he’s never shied away from hard conversations, calling out collective behaviors—not individuals—after a Week 6 loss where the Giants missed 18 tackles and he branded non‑pursuing players “traitors.” He credits strong player relationships for allowing such honesty. The Giants, now 4‑2‑1 after a 27‑21 win over Houston, aim to keep the momentum against an Eagles team on a six‑game skid.
The New York Giants gear up for a pivotal showdown with the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, aiming to snap their long road drought in Philly. Tight end Isaiah Likely brings rivalry experience from Baltimore, while rookie wideout Malik Nabers, fresh off an NFC Offensive Player of the Month stretch (36 catches, 509 yards, two TDs in October), offers a deep-threat weapon. Quarterback J.J. McCarthy uses the bye week to cement chemistry with Likely and the receiving corps, aware of Vic Fangio’s defensive schemes. Defensive backs Greg Newsome II and the secondary work on cohesion under coordinator Dennard Wilson as the Giants seek to measure John Harbaugh’s evolving team against a tough division foe.
Joe Milton III will make his first NFL start on Sunday against the New York Giants as the floundering Philadelphia Eagles try to end a six-game losing streak.
The Eagles release their Week 9 injury report ahead of the New York Giants matchup, highlighting a slew of absences. Saquon Barkley moves to limited participation after missing Wednesday practice, still facing hamstring/back issues. Wide receiver depth shrinks as DeVonta Smith, Dontayvion Wicks, and Britain Covey sit out, leaving only Darius Cooper, Makai Lemon, Hollywood Brown, and Elijah Moore available. LB Jihaad Campbell and RB Michael Carter II also miss practice, while LB Jeremiah Trotter Jr. steps in. On the Giants side, leading receiver Malik Nabers and rusher Cam Skattebo are out, with Darius Alexander added to the limited list. Both teams head into the game with multiple key players on the sidelines.
John Harbaugh, the Giants' new head coach, warns his 2026 squad against complacency despite a surprising 4‑2‑1 start that tops the NFC East. After a 5‑12 finish in 2025, Harbaugh — a Super Bowl‑winning veteran of the Baltimore Ravens — stresses treating every snap as a separate task and shuns the “division favorite” label. With ten games left and rivals like the 2‑6 Eagles looming, his week‑by‑week focus aims to keep the team disciplined and avoid a slip in the tight race.
The New York Giants are actively scouting trade options before the Nov. 10 deadline, with Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor emerging as a top target after injuries sidelined Cam Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy Jr. Coach John Harbaugh and GM Joe Schoen are also eyeing defensive‑line help, reportedly probing DT Vita Vea and Jeffery Simmons. The Colts demand high draft compensation, and the Giants lack their 2027 fourth‑ and fifth‑round picks, complicating a deal. Meanwhile, the team has extended CB Greg Newsome II, released Najee Harris and added rookie Greg Desrosiers to bolster depth.
Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers quells knee worries ahead of Sunday’s Week 9 clash with the Philadelphia Eagles, replying simply, “I’ll be good.” The 2025 ACL‑meniscus survivor missed Wednesday’s practice and was listed as a non‑participant, but worked with trainers Thursday. Nabters was just named NFC Offensive Player of the Month for October after four straight 100‑yard games. New York (4‑2‑1) faces an Eagles squad (2‑6) at Lincoln Financial Field, a site where the Giants haven’t won since 2013. The team will confirm his status Friday before the 1 p.m. ET kickoff.
The NFL roundup highlights several NFC moves: The Giants' attempt to claim RB Robert Henry Jr. was foiled when the Commanders scooped him up. Cowboys owner Jerry Jones defends his low‑pay coach philosophy, backing head coach Brian Schottenheimer (now 10‑14‑1) and dismissing staff changes despite injuries to OLB Malachi Lawrence and TE Jake Ferguson. Eagles plan to start QB Joe Milton in Week 9, seeking an offensive spark, while LG Landon Dickerson remains uncertain about the change. Giants lock CB Greg Newsome into a three‑year, $46 million extension, and contend with RB Cam Skattebo’s hamstring issues.
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.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Tanner McKee explains his humble reaction after being benched for rookie Joe Milton ahead of the Week 9 showdown with the New York Giants. With the Eagles slipping to 2-6 after six straight losses, McKee, who started the last three games (72 of 114 passes for 638 yards, 2 TDs, 2 INTs) says he’ll focus on controllable factors and improve his play. The move makes Milton the fourth passer this season after Jalen Hurts, Andy Dalton and McKee. Milton, signed from Dallas’s practice squad on Oct. 16, will start Sunday as the Eagles seek a turnaround.
Friday’s NFL roster moves see the Bears put RB Zavier Scott on IR, while the Ravens shift gears by elevating LB Adisa Isaac, K Jake Moody and signing QB Austin Reed, then placing Tyler Huntley and Lamar Jackson on IR. The Chiefs add WR Bub Means, the Giants waive QB Jake Haener, and the Raiders swap TE Carter Runyon for WR Cody White. Practice squad signings span the Bills (Kader Kohou), Patriots (Kindle Vildor), Rams (Joshua Karty, David Long), Seahawks (Adrian Martinez, Jamie Sheriff) and more.
The New York Giants receive encouraging news on running back Cam Skattebo ahead of Week 9’s NFC East showdown with the Philadelphia Eagles. Skattebo, who suffered a hamstring strain two weeks ago, shows noticeable sharpness in Thursday side‑drills, according to North Jersey reporter Art Stapleton, who refuses to rule him out of the game. While Giants rumors link them to a potential Jonathan Taylor trade, Skattebo remains the focal point of New York’s offense, needing to prove he can handle a full three‑down workload against a strong Eagles run defense. His physical, hard‑hitting style could boost the Giants’ division‑title push.
A former wide receiver and kick returner of the Pittsburgh Steelers could soon have a new home in the NFL.
The New York Giants held workouts Thursday for four wide receivers—Maurice Alexander, River Cracraft, Steven Sims, and Wes Pahl, according to the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. The focus is on veteran WR River Cracraft, 32, who has bounced between practice squads and futures contracts with the Broncos, Eagles, 49ers, Dolphins, Seahawks and Commanders, appearing in a single 2025 game with no stats. The Giants’ interest hints at a possible depth addition ahead of the season’s second half.