Having already tried to go big before the trade deadline by inquiring about Jeffery Simmons, the New York Giants are still looking to take a home-run swing to improve the interior of their defensive line.
Week 9’s Stats & Vibes breaks down three struggling NFL stories. The Indianapolis Colts’ fire‑sale leaves QB Daniel Jones stranded like Tom Hanks in *Cast Away*—he’s posted 1,542 passing yards, five TDs, nine INTs, a 68.7 passer rating and taken 22 sacks after losing key blockers like Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner, while still rehabbing an Achilles. Meanwhile, Jacksonville’s Bhayshul Tuten channels Sonic the Hedgehog, ranking 3rd in juke rate (32.8%), 4th in yards per touch (4.5) and delivering 159 total yards with two TDs on just 18 touches in Week 8. Finally, a brief nod to an Arizona power‑up hints at a veteran resurgence. The column weighs how these trends could impact dynasty managers.
Former Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson interviews for the NC State head‑coach vacancy, joining fellow ex‑Wolfpack star Philip Rivers as a leading candidate. Wilson, who retired after the 2025 Giants season and currently works as a CBS analyst, played three seasons in Raleigh before transferring to Wisconsin. Rivers, a high‑school coach in Alabama with no college experience, has been the presumed favorite since Dave Doeren’s firing on Oct. 24. Both iconic quarterbacks could vie for the job, though NC State may still consider candidates with proven head‑coaching backgrounds.
NFL analyst Chad Forbes suggested that the New York Giants should trade for New York Jets running back Braelon Allen, and that makes little to no sense.
Every consistently solid NFL franchise does a good job retaining talent, whether it’s homegrown, acquired on the trade market, or signed via free agency. It doesn’t matter; locking up valuable players is crucial to sustaining success in the league. On Monday, the New York Jets’ crosstown rivals, the Giants, did just that, signing cornerback Greg ...
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Former Houston Texans running back Joe Mixon shares an emotional X post after learning he flew on the Learjet 60 that crashed in Palm Beach, Florida on Nov. 1, killing all nine aboard. Mixon, who knows the pilots and was aboard the same aircraft last month, describes the crew as skilled and “wonderful,” especially the 20‑year‑old co‑pilot, and urges fans to cherish loved ones. The tragedy comes as Mixon’s NFL comeback stalls; he’s a free agent after a foot injury sidelined him in 2025 and a failed Seahawks physical in October. Meanwhile, the Texans sit 2‑5 heading into a matchup with the winless Chargers on Nov. 8.
The latest rumors on the Giants' pursuit of Jonathan Taylor and a defensive lineman.
The New York Giants lock up cornerback Greg Newsome II on a three‑year, $46 million extension (including $32 million guaranteed) through 2029, just eight months after his one‑year, $8 million deal. The 26‑year‑old celebrated with a seven‑word tweet: “BIG BLUE WE ARE HERE TO STAY!!” Newsome has posted 25 tackles, six passes defended and an interception in six games, limiting opponents to a 61.4 passer rating when targeted. The deal gives the Giants salary‑cap flexibility ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline while raising questions about the futures of fellow corners Deonte Banks and Paulson Adebo.
The Daily Hoosier breaks down week eight performances of former Indiana players in the NFL. Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza stays unused, while teammate TE Ian Thomas logs 29 offensive snaps and a TD. Giants LB Micah McFadden sits out his bye week after 14 tackles. Steelers TE Riley Nowakowski sees limited action, and 49ers DB CJ West remains on IR. Vikings WR Myles Price adds 72 kick‑return yards, and Jets WR Omar Cooper records 50 offensive snaps with two touchdowns. Chiefs OL Kahlil Benson starts at left tackle, and several alumni (e.g., Nick Westbrook‑Ikhine, Ke’Shawn Williams) are on practice squads. The roundup highlights who played, who was inactive, and each player's season totals.
Former Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson, a 10‑time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion, interviewed for the North Carolina State head‑coaching vacancy, according to Adam Schefter. Wilson, who played three seasons at NC State and later spent 2024‑25 with the Steelers before brief stints with the Giants, is currently a CBS Sports analyst. He posted a 16‑TD, five‑INT line in 11 games for Pittsburgh and went 6‑5 as a starter before a wild‑card loss. NC State also considers fellow NFL alum Philip Rivers for the role.
Former Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson has interviewed for the head‑coach opening at his alma mater, NC State, after the Wolfpack dismissed Dave Doeren. Wilson, who retired in June following a 2024 Steelers season (2,482 yards, 16 TDs, 10th Pro Bowl), now works as a CBS analyst. The 37‑year‑old also spent time with the Seahawks, Giants and Broncos. He joins former NC State star Philip Rivers, a leading candidate for the job, in the coaching race.
Former NFL quarterback Russell Wilson interviews for the North Carolina State head‑coaching vacancy, the same program he played for from 2007‑2010. Wilson retired in June, chose a CBS analyst role over a backup spot with the Jets, and now explores a coaching path. The 37‑year‑old’s 14‑year career includes 353 TDs, three Pro Bowl stints with Seattle, a high‑profile trade to Denver, and brief stops with Pittsburgh and New York Giants, where he logged 831 yards and three touchdowns in 2025. The interview marks his first step toward a collegiate coaching career.
The New York Giants are aggressively eyeing a major trade before the Nov. 10 deadline, aiming to bolster a 4‑2‑1 team leading the NFC East. Reports link them to Titans DT Jeffrey Simmons and Colts RB Jonathan Taylor, but a key obstacle is the lack of 2027 4th‑ and 5th‑round picks, given previous trades for JJ McCarthy and a 2025 deal with the Browns. Despite this, insiders say the Giants are willing to spend 2027 first‑ or second‑rounders to land big names like Taylor, Tony Pollard, Derrick Henry, or DLs Vita Vea, Grover Stewart, and Josh Sweat.
The New York Giants have secured cornerback Greg Newsome II on a three‑year, $46 million extension, with $32 million guaranteed, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The deal, averaging $15.3 million per year, follows Newsome’s impressive six‑start stretch this season—25 tackles, six passes defended and an interception against Arizona. Drafted 26th overall in 2021, Newsome joined the Giants on an $8 million one‑year deal in March after a 2025 trade from Jacksonville. While his health is a question—he missed Week 7 due to concussion protocol—the extension signals the Giants’ commitment to building continuity in their secondary.
The New York Giants lock down cornerback Greg Newsome with a three‑year, $46 million extension that guarantees $32 million, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. A 2021 first‑round pick who bounced from Cleveland to Jacksonville before joining New York last offseason, Newsome has posted 25 tackles, six passes defended and an interception in six games, helping the Giants rank third in the league in pass defense (184.9 yards allowed per game). The move secures a key piece of a 4‑2‑1 squad that leads the NFC East heading into week 10.
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The New York Giants’ new three‑year, $46 million extension for cornerback Greg Newsome—featuring $32 million guaranteed—clears cap space that could fuel a major trade before the Nov. 10 deadline. NFL insider Jordan Schultz says the Giants are among the most active teams courting players from sell‑ready clubs, despite lacking a 4th‑ or 5th‑round pick in 2027. With a 4‑2 record and first place in the NFC East, the deal may enable New York to pursue bigger‑name talent, turning the extension into a strategic roster tool.
The New York Giants lock down former first‑round pick cornerback Greg Newsome II with a three‑year, $46 million extension that includes $32 million guaranteed and a $15.3 million AAV, making him the league’s 25th‑highest‑paid corner. Since joining the Giants, Newsome has started six games, posted 25 tackles, one interception and allowed just a 55.2% completion rate with no touchdowns. The move, announced on Nov. 3, 2026, helps the NFC East‑leading Giants (4‑2‑1) secure a key defender as they eye the division title under coach John Harbaugh.
Former NFL star Steve Smith Sr. declares the Dallas Cowboys "done" after their 33-30 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals, citing a struggling defense and the impact of Gardner Minshew II, who threw three fourth‑quarter TDs. Smith also defends wide receiver George Pickens’ decision to leave the field, calling it emotional maturity amid hamstring issues. He highlights Tyler Allgeier’s 63‑yard touchdown run and notes the Cowboys fall to 3‑5, while the Giants lead the NFC East. The piece previews Dallas’ next game at Indianapolis on Nov. 8 and the upcoming Nov. 10 trade deadline.
The New York Giants agreed to a three-year contract extension worth $46 million with cornerback Greg Newsome on Tuesday, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz.
The New York Giants, sitting atop the NFC East at 4‑2, lock down veteran cornerback Greg Newsome with a three‑year, $46 million extension that includes $32 million guaranteed. Newsome, a 2021 first‑round pick who arrived from the Jaguars after a stint with the Browns, has become a key starter opposite Deonte Banks since signing an $8 million deal in 2026. The extension, negotiated by Roc Nation’s Erik Burkhardt, gives the Giants a stable presence in Dennard Wilson’s secondary as they chase a playoff berth under first‑year head coach John Harbaugh.
The New York Giants have secured cornerback Greg Newsome II on a three‑year extension worth up to $46 million, with $32 million guaranteed and an average annual salary just over $15 million. Newsome, who signed a one‑year, $7 million deal earlier this season, has emerged as the Giants’ top corner, tallying 25 tackles, one interception and six pass breakups in six games. A former Northwestern standout and 2021 first‑round pick, he previously played for Cleveland and Jacksonville before joining New York.
The New York Giants, sitting 4-2-1 atop the NFC East, are reportedly scouting trade targets before the Nov. 10 deadline. Insider Ian Rapoport says the team eyes a dynamic running back—specifically Indianapolis' Jonathan Taylor, a New Jersey native who has logged 610 yards and eight TDs this season and holds the Colts' franchise record with 77 rushing touchdowns. The Giants may also pursue a defensive lineman, while navigating starter QB Jaxson Dart’s injury under first‑year coach John Harbaugh. Their next game is against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday.
A new report fuels speculation that the New York Giants are the most aggressive suitors in a bid to trade for Colts running back Jonathan Taylor after an injury to Cam Skattebo. NFL Network insider Ian Rapoport told ESPN that a move makes sense for the Giants, who are now shifting focus from defensive backs to shoring up a struggling 3.9‑yard rushing attack. Taylor’s power and vision could boost the backfield and aid rookie Malik Nabers, while at least four other teams—Vikings, Bengals, Broncos and Packers—also monitor the deal ahead of the trade deadline.
Gridiron Experts’ Week 9 waiver wire list highlights streaming and depth options across key positions. Quarterbacks: J.J. McCarthy (Giants) earns a Superflex stream after a solid 20‑28‑252 debut and a favorable matchup at Philadelphia, while Gardner Minshew (Cardinals) becomes a starter but faces a tough Seattle test. Running backs: Mike Washington Jr. (Raiders) offers 25‑carry volume against the 49ers; Tyler Allgeier (Cardinals) provides big‑play upside if injuries persist; Kenneth Gainwell (Buccaneers) posts back‑to‑back 140‑yard games but meets a strong Bears run defense. Wide receivers: Makai Lemon (Eagles) delivers consistent PPR floor despite potential target drop with DeVonta Smith’s return, and rookie Jordyn Tyson (Saints) is a stash pending practice clearance. The piece flags each player’s role, matchup and fantasy value for Week 9.