The Dolphins host the Patriots in Week 8 on November 24, with the game airing locally on CBS for Florida and New England markets. Miami and surrounding areas (Miami, West Palm Beach, Fort Myers) will see the matchup, while the rest of the nation watches the Chiefs–Broncos game. CBS also airs the Bills‑Ravens game in South Florida and the Colts‑Jaguars game up the Panhandle; FOX splits the rest of the state's slate, showing Raiders‑Jets, Vikings‑Lions, Falcons‑Buccaneers, and Cardinals‑Cowboys. Sunday Night Football features the Eagles at Commanders. The article details broadcast regions and other games across the state.
In Week 8, the Kansas City Chiefs travel to Denver to take on the Broncos in a pivotal AFC West showdown. A Chiefs win could extend their division lead to three games and boost their AFC title odds from 38% to 84%, while a loss would tighten the race. The matchup is part of a broader slate of critical AFC contests, including the Bills vs. Ravens and Steelers vs. Browns, all influencing playoff seeding and bye prospects. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:25 p.m. Sunday, making it a must‑watch for AFC playoff implications.
The Raiders set a steep price for defensive end Maxx Crosby, insisting on at least two first‑round picks after a failed trade with the Ravens due to a physical concern. An NFL GM confirms the tag is firm, noting other suitors like the Eagles, 49ers and Cowboys have offered far less. Crosby, 29, turned down a Rams bid to stay in Las Vegas and is entering the final year of a $98.98 million extension, with $22.2 million due in 2027. So far in 2026 he’s logged 18 tackles, two sacks and a forced fumble in seven games.
Analyst John Doe lauds Patrick Graham’s early work as the Steelers’ new defensive coordinator, saying the unit finally matches its lofty talent level. After Mike Tomlin and Teryl Austin left, Graham’s schematics have already tightened coverage and boosted the pass rush, earning a 27-17 win over the Ravens on Oct. 22. The piece highlights standout performances from Minkah Pfeffer and rookie linebacker Ka‘Dee Williams, and notes a significant uptick in sacks and turnovers since Graham took over. The article argues the defense could become the league’s most feared unit if the trend continues.
The Buffalo Bills, fresh off a bye‑week win and now 5‑1, sit just a game‑and‑a‑half ahead of the Patriots in the AFC East and are tied with the Chiefs for the conference lead. A Mahomes interception could hand Buffalo the top AFC seed, though Kansas City holds the tiebreaker thanks to a better conference record. Week 8 matchups—including a crucial battle with the Ravens—offer the Bills a chance to solidify their lead and boost their strength‑of‑victory, while other AFC games could swing tiebreakers in Buffalo’s favor ahead of a Thanksgiving showdown with the Chiefs.
The Buffalo Bills, fresh off a bye‑week win, sit tied with the Chiefs at 5‑1 and are just an interception away from the AFC No. 1 seed. A game‑and‑a‑half lead over the Patriots puts them in prime position to clinch the AFC East, while a victory over Baltimore this weekend could improve their conference record and set up a decisive Thanksgiving clash with Kansas City. The post also outlines key AFC matchups that could affect Buffalo’s playoff tiebreakers, highlighting the Titans‑Bengals, Colts‑Jaguars, and Steelers‑Browns games as beneficial if the underdogs win.
After a 20-3 loss to Seattle that snapped Kansas City’s 5‑0 start, the Chiefs add veteran kicker Justin Tucker to the practice squad on Oct. 28, 2026. Tucker, a 13‑year Ravens star with seven Pro Bowls and a Super Bowl ring, last played in 2024 and served a 10‑game suspension in 2025 for alleged sexual misconduct, which he denies. The move aims to shore up a struggling Harrison Butker, who is 11‑of‑16 on the season and has missed 15 kicks since 2025. The signing sparks fan backlash over Tucker’s past, as Kansas City prepares for its next game against Denver.
The Buffalo Bills resume practice after their bye, welcoming back key players ahead of a Week 8 showdown with the Baltimore Ravens, who are expected to have Lamar Jackson back after a high‑ankle sprain. Injured veterans D.J. Moore, Tyrell Shavers, Ed Oliver and Dalton Kincaid hit the field, while cornerback Tre’Davious White returns from the practice squad. The team also opens a 21‑day window for Shavers, who tore his ACL in the Wild‑Card win. Coach Joe Brady faces pressure to resolve lingering issues, and starting right tackle Spencer Brown’s availability remains uncertain. The outlook includes trade‑deadline buzz and a boost in the NFL power rankings.
Garrett Wilson says he’d trade the Jets for a chance to win, reigniting speculation as New York eyes a fourth first‑round pick. At 2‑5, the Jets could become sellers before the Nov. 10 deadline, and six clubs are circling: the Raiders, Ravens, Chiefs, Vikings, Bears and others. Each team needs a play‑making receiver to boost a lagging offense or complement a star QB, making Wilson a prime target to reshape a contender’s passing game.
The Miami Dolphins claim former Seattle Seahawks third‑round pick offensive guard Christian Hayles off waivers, beating the Baltimore Ravens due to higher waiver priority. Hayles, a 2024 third‑rounder who started five games for Seattle this season, becomes Miami’s next guard after the Seahawks traded for Quenton Nelson. To make room, the Dolphins released rookie rookie DJ Campbell (200th overall, 2026). With left guard Kadyn Proctor in concussion protocol, Hayles joins a line featuring Jonah Savaiinaea, Caedan Wallace and Jarrett Kingston as Miami prepares for a Sunday matchup against the New England Patriots.
The Baltimore Ravens are poised to bring franchise quarterback Lamar Jackson back from a Week 4 ankle injury for the Sunday matchup against the Buffalo Bills. CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz says Jackson participated fully in Wednesday practice, handling first‑time work, and NFL insider Ian Rapoport confirms Jackson feels 100% and wants to return at his “old, effective, superstar self.” With the Ravens sitting 4‑3 and slipping to the AFC North bottom, his return could be pivotal in a crucial 1 p.m. ET game at Highmark Stadium on Nov. 1.
Andy Reid faces backlash after the Kansas City Chiefs add former Ravens All‑Pro kicker Justin Tucker to their practice squad. Tucker, who served a 10‑game suspension amid multiple sexual‑misconduct accusations that he denies, sparked outrage from victims and fans. In a press conference, Reid offered vague, non‑committal responses—“he’s done his suspension… I’ll leave it at that”—when asked about the message to women and the ownership’s role. Critics argue the coach missed an opportunity to condemn harmful behavior and highlight the team’s stance, especially as Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker struggles. The article examines Reid’s “coachspeak” and the broader controversy surrounding the signing.
Tonight’s Week 8 NFL action kicks off with Thursday Night Football as the Carolina Panthers travel to Green Bay to face the Packers at 8:15 PM ET on Prime Video (Amazon Prime required). Sunday’s slate includes the Eagles vs. Commanders at 8:20 PM NBC, while Monday Night Football pits the Bears against the Seahawks. The article also lists all Sunday matchups—Ravens @ Bills, Titans @ Bengals, and more—plus streaming tips for NFL+, NFL RedZone, and free‑antenna viewing.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is set to return Sunday against the Buffalo Bills after missing weeks 5‑7 with an ankle injury. Coach Jesse Minter pushes back on the idea that Jackson alone will rescue the team, emphasizing that every staff member and player must step up. The Ravens have gone 1‑2 without him and recently fell 35‑13 to the Cincinnati Bengals, becoming the first squad in 76 years to lose by 20 after leading by 13 at halftime. With Tyler Huntley struggling and several players listed as questionable, Minter stresses a collective effort over a single hero.
The Big Lead’s Week 8 preview lists the seven NFL teams with the best Super Bowl LXI chances after a turbulent Week 7. The Minnesota Vikings sit at No. 7 despite a 6‑0 record, thanks to a league‑leading defense (64 net passing yards versus Indianapolis) but a struggling 29th‑ranked offense and an MCL‑injured Aaron Jones. The Cincinnati Bengals rise to No. 6 after a 35‑13 comeback win over Baltimore, highlighted by Joe Burrow’s 249 yards and four TDs, though their run game and secondary remain weak. Seattle jumps back into the elite tier at No. 5, shocking Kansas City with a 20‑3 win; the Seahawks boast a top‑10 defense and a breakout game from Jaxon Smith‑Njigba, yet their 24th‑ranked offense and turnover issues linger. The article argues that quarterback play, protection, defensive resilience, and multi‑way scoring separate true contenders from teams with merely strong records.
In Week 7 of the AFC North, the Cincinnati Bengals rallied from a 0-13 halftime hole to crush the Baltimore Ravens 35-13, pushing Baltimore into last place (4-3). Joe Burrow threw for 292 yards and four touchdowns, with Tee Higgins hauling 148 yards. The Steelers beat the New Orleans Saints 16-10 in Paris, while the Browns held onto first with a 27-24 win over the Titans. Key performances included Aaron Rodgers’ 212-yard, one‑TD effort for Pittsburgh and Deshaun Watson’s clutch 36‑yard pass for Cleveland. Both the Ravens and Titans saw their run games stifled, and the Bengals’ second‑half defense recorded multiple sacks to seal the victory.
Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Spencer Brown opens up about a lingering back injury that required heavy medication—jokingly likening the dosage to “enough drugs to sedate a small elephant.” After playing through the pain in a 37‑34 OT win over the Rams and a 33‑30 victory against the Raiders, Brown logged 88% of the offense’s snaps this season. Now, fresh from the Week 7 bye, he aims to bolster the Bills against a struggling Ravens team that’s endured consecutive second‑half collapses, while Lamar Jackson looks set to return.
Week 7 showcased former Minnesota Golden Gophers making a defensive splash in the NFL. Blake Cashman led the Minnesota Vikings with 12 tackles, two sacks and earned NFC Defensive Player of the Week honors. Bengals DE Boye Mafe posted a season‑high 1.5 sacks against the Ravens, while rookie safety Jordan Howden logged his most active game with 30 defensive snaps. Other alumni contributed solid outings: Jack Gibbons recorded seven tackles for the Cardinals, Rashod Bateman returned from injury for the Ravens, and Justin Walley forced a fumble for the Colts. Injuries still linger, but the Gophers’ former stars proved impactful.
The Big Lead’s Week 8 running back power rankings list the NFL’s top 15 backs, highlighting injuries, recent performances and matchups. Notable entries include Arizona’s Jeremiyah Love, who missed two games with an ankle injury but may return against Dallas; Chicago’s D’Andre Swift, fresh off his seventh touchdown; Tampa Bay’s Bucky Irving, who rushed for 106 yards and two scores; and Pittsburgh’s Jaylen Warren, who posted his third 100‑yard game. The top five feature Jonathan Taylor (Colts), Derrick Henry (Ravens), Christian McCaffrey (49ers), Kyren Williams (Rams) and Javonte Williams (Cowboys), each with multiple touchdowns and strong week‑7 showings.
Quarterback Lamar Jackson returns to full practice on Wednesday, marking his first complete workout since a high‑ankle sprain in Week 4. After missing two games and a limited stint last week, Jackson was initially listed as questionable for the Bengals game but was ruled out, and his upgraded status now hints at a possible return for the Ravens’ Week 8 showdown with the Buffalo Bills. The Wednesday injury report shows Jackson full, alongside TE Mark Andrews and OLB Trey Hendrickson, while several defenders remain limited or out. The Bills, also coming off a bye, are wrestling with their own injuries, notably right tackle Spencer Brown.
Buffalo eyes the AFC’s top seed as they host the 4-3 Ravens at New Highmark Stadium on Sunday. With Lamar Jackson expected back, Baltimore’s defense—ranked 29th in completion percentage allowed and 26th in yards per attempt—has struggled to limit big plays, giving up the third‑highest rate of throws with three‑yard separation. Josh Allen is the Bills’ key weapon, thriving against zone defenses and boasting league‑leading EPA and multiple fourth‑quarter comebacks. Meanwhile, cornerback Christian Benford shines against tight end Brock Bowers, while safety C.J. Gardner‑Johnson’s disciplinary issues and poor grades raise concerns. The preview highlights Bills players trending up or down ahead of the pivotal matchup.
Joe Burrow has opened the 2026 NFL season with a career-best 91.2 PFF grade through seven weeks, ranking second among qualifying quarterbacks. The Cincinnati Bengals quarterback leads the NFL with 1.54 Wins Above Replacement and delivered a 95.0 passing grade in the second half of Cincinnati's comeback win over Baltimore. With a history of elite late-season performances and the league's easiest remaining schedule, Burrow and the Bengals have a path toward AFC contention.
The Bengals enter the 2026 season 4-2 after a 35-13 win over the Ravens, but still need depth at corner, safety, linebacker, running back and tight end due to injuries to Erick All Jr. and Tanner Hudson. Trade‑deadline chatter has linked the team to names like Zach Baun and Johnathan Taylor, though nothing concrete has emerged. In a press conference, quarterback Joe Burrow expressed confidence in the current roster and noted that while general managers inevitably explore options, few deals materialize. He also highlighted the rarity of acquiring a player like Dexter Lawrence and praised the trade that brought him to Cincinnati, saying the team is happy with the outcome.
The Bengals head into Week 8 against the 1‑6 Tennessee Titans with star receiver Ja’Marr Chase listed as a DNP due to ankle rest, prompting injury‑watch concerns. While the team rode a 35‑point surge to beat the Ravens, Chase’s limited practice could affect the high‑powered duo. The article also touches on Joe Burrow’s strong performance, the Bengals climbing into the NFL Top 5, and a brief look at coaching and referee issues.
Ravens head coach Jesse Minter says the team added former Steelers safety Rayshawn Jenkins to their practice squad with the intention of elevating him for Sunday games. Minter highlights Jenkins’ versatility and potential to fill multiple roles on defense, explaining why Baltimore moved quickly after his release from Pittsburgh.