Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer defends the team's inactivity at the NFL trade deadline, saying it reflects confidence in the roster and that the best football is still ahead. The Cowboys sit 4-5 after a narrow road win over the Indianapolis Colts, a game in which Dak Prescott led a last‑minute touchdown to stave off a comeback. Despite fan frustration and a lagging NFC East race behind the New York Giants, owner Jerry Jones remains optimistic that keeping the current roster, including the underperforming Joey Porter Jr. trade, will close the gap.
Before Thursday Night Football against the New York Giants, the Washington Commanders hold a make‑or‑break weekend. GM Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn discuss the team’s trade‑deadline inactivity, confirming interest in players like Stefon Diggs but no worthwhile offers. Quinn reports WR Treylon Burks is cleared to play after a foot injury, while C Lucas Patrick (concussion) and TE Colson Yankoff (knee) remain out. He also notes the offense completed a practice with zero incompletions. Peters highlights quarterback Jayden Daniels’ limited rushing (31 carries, 252 yards, 2 TDs) and the decision to start veteran center Nick Allegretti. The stakes are high: a win keeps the Commanders' slim division hopes alive, a loss likely ends them.
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.
During a Nov. 10 press conference, Giants rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy learned that his former Vikings announced the return of veteran Kirk Cousins. Caught off guard, McCarthy wished Cousins luck, noting his popularity in Minnesota. The trade comes after the Vikings signed Kyler Murray but faced injuries to Murray and Carson Wentz, prompting a deal that sent Cousins from the Las Vegas Raiders to Minnesota for a 2027 third‑round pick. McCarthy, a 2024 first‑rounder who posted 1,632 yards, 11 TDs and 12 INTs for the Vikings in 2025, has now appeared in four games for New York, tallying 622 yards, one touchdown and one interception.
Atlanta head coach Kevin Stefanski bluntly shut down trade rumors about star running back Bijan Robinson, replying “No” when asked if the Giants could acquire him. The Falcons recently moved safety Jessie Bates III to Jacksonville for draft compensation, but Robinson remains the centerpiece of their offense despite a 3‑6 record and a looming tenth straight playoff miss. Stefanski’s one‑word answer underscores the team’s unwillingness to dismantle its core, even as they prepare to host the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday.
The Giants are planning to mix up Abdul Carter’s rush against Washington on Thursday, using him to attack interior guards on third‑and‑long instead of always blitzing the edge. Carter, who recorded three sacks and a 12‑yard loss on a center in the previous meeting, boasts a 2.46‑second edge‑rush time, the fastest among players with ten+ pressures. Coach hopes a varied look will force the Commanders’ protection to adjust without over‑committing a fifth rusher and compromising coverage. Carter remains a question mark after knee and back issues, but if cleared he could provide a fresh lane while still lining up on the edge for run plays.
Charles Robinson joins Tashan Reed to discuss the Giants rematch, Washington’s options on a Daniels extension and the NFC East race.
Ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline, the New York Giants pursued two elite running backs but walked away empty‑handed. They offered the Indianapolis Colts a second‑round pick, a fifth‑rounder and a player for First‑Team All‑Pro Jonathan Taylor, but the proposal was rejected. The Giants also contacted the Atlanta Falcons about 24‑year‑old Bijan Robinson, who is under contract through 2030, yet the Falcons declined any talks. Aside from acquiring J.J. McCarthy for a fifth‑round pick from Minnesota, New York made no trades, leaving their roster unchanged as the season heads into its final stretch.
John Harbaugh cues the New York Giants for a pivotal Thursday Night Football showdown against the Washington Commanders at MetLife Stadium. With the NFC East split 1‑1 after a 27‑27 overtime tie on Oct. 11, the game serves as a de facto tiebreaker. Harbaugh stresses the stakes, while the Giants aim to leverage home‑field advantage and secure their sixth win. Defensive coordinator Dan Quinn returns to face his former unit, and rookie quarterback JJ McCarthy makes his first start at MetLife, adding intrigue to the high‑risk contest.
Las Vegas has allowed 507 rushing yards to running backs over its last three games, while the Giants have held backs to 94 over their last two.
Charles Robinson and Mike Fisher on the cap room Dallas kept, two possible extensions and the race to catch the Giants.
The Giants allowed six sacks on Sunday, including a hit by Jonathan Greenard that beat left tackle Andrew Thomas. Despite Thomas practicing with a groin issue and right tackle Jermaine Eluemunor returning from a calf injury, the article urges a protection adjustment on the left side for Thursday’s game. It suggests using a tight end as a chip blocker on longer passes and shifting extra help to the interior when Washington’s edge rush, like Frankie Luvu, attacks. Over‑committing seven blockers could stifle the offense, so the author recommends an early, visible help that withdraws once Thomas proves he can handle the matchup.
Ahead of Thursday Night Football, former Giants defensive coordinator Wink Martindale mocks Washington Commanders wideout Stefon Diggs, joking that his recent breakup with Cardi B has “taken his legs.” Martindale predicts the Giants must set an NFL record for max pressures to contain quarterback Jayden Daniels, noting Diggs isn’t the primary threat. Diggs, who joined the Commanders on a one‑year deal, has 30 catches for 303 yards and five TDs as Washington sits 2‑5‑1 in the NFC East. The rivalry game marks their final meeting of the 2026 season after a Week 5 tie.
The Eagles’ offense sputters again in a 17‑10 loss to the New York Giants, mustering just 220 yards, 13 first downs and a paltry 3.3 yards per play. Rookie quarterback Joe Milton’s scrambles keep the game marginally watchable, but the unit’s protection collapses on a left‑side four‑man slide, leaving rookie tackle and Markel Bell exposed. The ground game stalls at 1.75 yards per carry without Milton’s runs, and the passing attack fails to create clean windows despite a defensive pass‑interference boost to Darius Cooper. The author concludes the 2026 Eagles offense remains boring and disjointed, urging a fresh start after November’s disappointing performance.
Giants general manager John Harbaugh reportedly contacted the Falcons before the trade deadline in an effort to acquire star running back Bijan Robinson, according to ESPN's Jordan Raanan. Despite the Giants’ surprising 5‑2‑1 start under Harbaugh, quarterback injuries leave them far from a championship contender, making such a costly move—likely demanding two first‑round picks—seem unlikely. Robinson, who just signed a three‑year extension with Atlanta, is considered the NFL’s top running back, and the Falcons have shown no intent to trade him, focusing instead on rebuilding through draft capital. The rumor highlights the Giants’ speculative front‑office strategy ahead of the playoffs.
Giants running back Cam Skattebo made sure to express his thoughts after the trade deadline.
The New York Giants' rumored pursuit of Colts RB Jonathan Taylor fizzles as insiders confirm the trade never came close. Despite a 5‑2‑1 record and a Thursday Night Football showdown with Washington, the Giants reportedly offered a second‑ and fifth‑round pick, but Indianapolis demanded a first‑round equivalent—something no team, including Denver, could meet. ESPN’s Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler note the Colts aren’t looking to move Taylor, who has years left on his contract, so the trade talks were hype, not a genuine offer.
New York made a surprising push to land the star running back before the deadline.
Ahead of the trade deadline, John Harbaugh’s New York Giants pursued Jonathan Taylor and also probed Atlanta Falcons star Bijan Robinson, according to insider Jordan Raanan. Despite interest in other high‑profile players like Jeffery Simmons and DeForest Buckner, no deals materialized, leaving the RB depth chart unchanged. Cam Skattebo stays as RB1, with Devin Singletary as his backup and Gregory Desrosiers in a limited role. The Giants, atop the NFC East, gear up for Thursday Night Football against Washington on Nov. 12, followed by games versus Jacksonville, Indianapolis, San Francisco, and Seattle.
The Washington Commanders face a do‑or‑die Thursday night matchup against division‑leading New York Giants in East Rutherford. A win could keep their slim playoff hopes alive, while a loss would likely end them. The Giants’ blitz-heavy defense, led by LB Arvell Reese, sacked QB Jayden Daniels five times in Week 5. Washington deals with injuries at center—Lucas Patrick is out with a concussion, veteran Nick Allegretti steps in—and hopes wide receiver Burks and cornerback Amik Robertson return. Coach Dan Quinn’s job hangs in the balance as the team, now 2‑5‑1, chose to stand pat at the trade deadline.
Week 10 fantasy football WR rankings highlight Jaxon Smith‑Njigba (SEA) as a must‑start despite a backup QB, thanks to a Raiders defense that allows 23.6 fantasy points to receivers. Malik Nabers (NYG) rebounds from a poor outing with a favorable matchup against Washington's weak secondary and the Commanders' low coverage. Amon‑Ra St. Brown (DET) could thrive as the Patriots focus on stopping the run, opening play‑action chances. Sleepers include Parker Washington (JAX), who could rebound against a Titans secondary weakened by a recent trade, and Rashee Rice (KC) targeting a Falcons defense that just lost Jessie Bates III. The article also notes the impact of recent WR trades, like the Chiefs acquiring Josh Downs, for future fantasy strategy.
The New York Giants, fresh off a 19‑11 win and leading the NFC East at 5‑2‑1, reportedly reached out to the Atlanta Falcons about a trade for star running back Bijan Robinson before the deadline. Insider Jordan Raanan said the Giants also contacted Jeffrey Simmons, Jonathan Taylor and DeForest Buckner, but a lack of draft picks—especially after trading for QB J.J. McCarthy—stalled any deal. Robinson, the No. 8 pick of 2023, has logged 880 rushing yards on 169 carries and 31 catches for 250 yards this season, making him a coveted upgrade despite the Giants' roster confidence.
The New York Giants stayed idle at the 2026 trade deadline despite an aggressive pursuit of top running backs. After a failed offer for Colts star Jonathan Taylor, ESPN’s Jordan Raanan says the Giants even called the Atlanta Falcons to gauge interest in RB Bijan Robinson, who remains unavailable. Robinson, the 2023 No. 8 overall pick, has tallied 880 rushing yards on 169 carries (5.2 YPC) and six touchdowns in nine games this season, and recently signed a three‑year, up‑to‑$75 million extension after the Falcons exercised his fifth‑year option. The failed outreach underscores the Giants’ urgent need to upgrade their backfield.
After a brief hip injury against the Philadelphia Eagles, 18‑year‑old Giants quarterback J.J. McCarthy completed a full practice on Tuesday, signaling a quick recovery. Coach John Harbaugh praised his look, but cautioned against overusing designed quarterback runs. McCarthy logged four carries for 22 yards, including a crucial third‑and‑10 scramble, and threw 12 of 19 passes with a 27‑yard gain. The article advises New York to employ selective keeper calls and run‑pass options that let McCarthy exploit open lanes without forcing direct contact, forcing Washington to earn any hits on broken plays.
Kirk Cousins returns to the Minnesota Vikings as part of a flurry of trades before the NFL deadline, prompting an immediate reaction from former Vikings quarterback and current New York Giants rookie JJ McCarthy. While speaking to reporters, McCarthy congratulated Cousins, noting his popularity in Minnesota, and then refocused on the Giants’ push to stay atop the NFC East after a 19‑11 win over the Eagles in Week 9. The article highlights Cousins’ past ties to Minnesota and McCarthy’s brief but supportive comments.