NFL players are increasingly sporting a C‑shaped device called the Q‑Collar, the only FDA‑approved gear of its kind. Developed by neurosurgeon Dr. Julian Bailes, the collar compresses jugular veins to increase intracranial blood volume, limiting brain movement during hits and cutting concussion risk by up to 66%. Over 55,000 athletes and service members now wear it, with NFL ambassadors such as Rams tight end Colby Parkinson and Titans running back Tony Pollard endorsing its benefits. Studies show 77% of wearers avoid white‑matter changes versus 73% of non‑wearers. Classified as a Class II medical device, it’s cleared for players as young as 12.
The Green Bay Packers and Denver Broncos were interested in acquiring Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard ahead of the NFL trade deadline, ESPN's Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport reported on Saturday.
The Detroit Lions promote linebacker Owen Pappoe to the active roster for Week 10, filling the void left by the injured Jack Campbell. The 26‑year‑old, a 2023 fifth‑round pick out of Auburn, spent 2025 with the Cardinals, logging 27 tackles and two pass deflections in all 17 games. After being cut by Arizona, he bounced between the Titans' waiver claim and practice squad before his release in early October. The Lions' move signals a fresh opportunity for Pappoe to contribute this season.
The NFL reshuffles its Week 10 officiating crews after an FAA‑wide ground stop disrupts air travel, forcing officials to work games near their hometowns. Backup referees Duane Heydt (Panthers‑Saints), Barry Anderson (Jaguars‑Titans), and Don Willard (Dolphins‑Colts and Steelers‑Bengals) step into lead roles for four Sunday matchups. The league cites trained backup crews as ready for such emergencies, but Willard’s double assignment raises scheduling questions. The changes underscore how the nationwide aviation crisis—lasting over four hours on Nov. 13—impacts professional sports logistics beyond players and teams.
The NFL reshuffles its Week 10 officiating crew after a nationwide air‑travel shutdown forces referees to miss their assignments. Three backup officials—Barry Anderson, Duane Heydt and Don Willard—step in as head referees for four games: Panthers‑Saints (Heydt), Jaguars‑Titans (Anderson), Dolphins‑Colts and Steelers‑Bengals (Willard). The league moved officials to matchups within driving distance of their hometowns, keeping the game schedule intact. No changes affect the Detroit‑Patriots game in Munich or other matchups. Each of the 17 crews has a trained backup ready for such emergencies, NFL insider Adam Schefter confirmed on X.
Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen benches his two newest defensive acquisitions—Jordan Davis (from the Eagles) and Jessie Bates (from the Falcons)—for Sunday’s AFC South clash with the 1‑7 Tennessee Titans. The move, justified as a safety precaution and a chance for the players to learn the playbook after nine games without a bye, sparks heated fan reaction on Twitter, with some calling it disrespectful and others praising the caution. The Jaguars, 6‑2 and leading the division, still have defensive tackle Davon Godchaux on the field, while Davis and Bates are slated to debut in Week 11 against the Giants.
The NFL reshuffles its Week 10 officiating crew after the FAA’s nationwide ground stop on Friday forced many travel changes. Backup referees Barry Anderson, Duane Heydt and Don Willard are stepping in as heads officials for four games: Carolina‑New Orleans (Heydt), Jacksonville‑Tennessee (Anderson), Miami‑Indianapolis and Pittsburgh‑Cincinnati (Willard). The league says each of its 17 crews has a trained backup for emergencies, a protocol now put to the test as air travel disruptions persist across the country.
Ahead of their division showdown with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, the Tennessee Titans have unveiled the "Music City" jerseys and helmets they will be wearing.
The Pittsburgh Steelers opened talks with the Tennessee Titans for veteran wideout Calvin Ridley before the trade deadline, but the Titans chose to retain him. ESPN’s Dan Graziano reports that while Pittsburgh sought a receiver boost, Tennessee prioritized keeping its offensive core intact to aid rookie quarterback Cam Ward’s development. After trading defensive assets like Amani Hooker and Jeffery Simmons, the Titans resisted moving Ridley, ending negotiations without a deal. The move underscores the contrasting deadline strategies of the two clubs.
Quarterback Trevor Lawrence declares the Jacksonville Jaguars feel like "favorites" each week, underscoring their Super Bowl‑contender aura. After a 42‑7 win over the Colts, the Jags hit the trade deadline hard, adding DT Jordan Davis, safety Jessie Bates III and DT Davon Godchaux, sacrificing several draft picks. The moves push a 6‑2 AFC South‑leading team—still ahead of the 3‑5 Texans—into the spotlight as they prepare for a Week 10 clash with the Tennessee Titans. Coach Liam Coen’s squad, fresh off a 2025 playoff run, now aims beyond the postseason, eyeing a title.
The AFC roundup highlights three key storylines ahead of Week 10. Denver quarterback Bo Nix welcomes the Broncos’ bye, saying the pause will provide much‑needed rest and a chance to debrief before the next opponent. In Las Vegas, Raiders owner Mark Davis confirms rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza is ready to take the reins, crediting Kirk Cousins for easing the transition, while TE Brock Bowers praises Mendoza’s practice performance. Meanwhile, after trading safety Amani Hooker to Buffalo, Tennessee’s defensive coordinator Gus Bradley looks forward to giving younger talent expanded roles, emphasizing the upcoming fight for reps.
Chicago lands former Titans star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons in a pre‑deadline blockbuster, instantly boosting a Bears defense that now tops its division. Simmons admits on the Rich Eisen Show he was “really pissed off” by the trade, feeling he was the locker‑room glue in Tennessee, but he respects the move to a first‑place team with Super Bowl hopes. In his first two games for Chicago he records 10 tackles, 2.0 sacks, three TFLs and two passes defensed, adding to his four Pro Bowl selections and a first‑team All‑Pro nod.
Why I’d give Sanders a run of starts before Cleveland picks a quarterback for 2027. Plus, where the Titans stand after the trade deadline.
The Bills pull safety Amani Hooker from the Titans just before the trade deadline, sealing the deal after 1 p.m. thanks to his 2028 contract extension, GM Brandon Beane says. Meanwhile, Dolphins rookie QB Kyle McCord earns his first start in Week 10 after Malik Willis lands on IR, citing confidence from his Ohio State and Syracuse experience. Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez admits to technique flaws after allowing 187 yards on 10 catches in the Week 9 loss to Green Bay, but says the team is already focused on the upcoming matchup against Detroit.
Jacksonville paid up for Jessie Bates III and Jordan Davis. Mike Patton and I break down that bet, why the Titans kept Tony Pollard for Cam Ward, and what Josh Downs gives Patrick Mahomes in the slot.
The Tennessee Titans held workouts on Friday for three defensive backs—Jerrick Reed, Jordan Whitehead, and Xavier Williams—according to the NFL Transactions wire. Whitehead, a 29‑year‑old former Buccaneers fourth‑round pick, is returning from neck surgery and has previously played for the Jets, Buccaneers and Colts. He logged 79 tackles in 12 games for Tampa Bay in 2024. The Titans’ interest signals they are seeking depth in the secondary ahead of the season’s second half.
Tennessee Titans head coach Robert Saleh insisted there isn't any lingering animosity between him and Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Liam Coen from their viral postgame spat last season.
ClutchPoints breaks down Week 10’s fantasy D/ST streaming picks. While the Texans‑Browns, Jaguars‑Titans and Rams‑Cardinals defenses look tempting, the article flags better value in three matchups: Baltimore vs. Los Angeles Chargers, Buffalo vs. New York Jets, and Indianapolis vs. Miami. The Ravens’ fresh coaching tweaks and the Chargers’ league‑worst 15.1 pts/game offense make Baltimore a solid streaming play. The Bills, bolstered by veteran safety Amani Hooker, should continue their defensive surge against the Jets. The Colts, despite roster turmoil, could profit from a pick‑six against a rookie‑led Dolphins attack. These insights aim to help fantasy owners make last‑minute D/ST decisions for NFL Week 10.
The Titans announce rookie wideout Carnell Tate (No. 4 overall 2026 draft) will miss Sunday’s clash with the Jacksonville Jaguars due to a shoulder injury that began in Week 7. Coach Robert Saleh hopes Tate could be back for the Nov. 22 matchup against Dallas, though it’s not guaranteed. Backup options Chimere Dike, Elic Ayomanor, Wan’Dale Robinson and Calvin Ridley will split his snaps. The Jaguars also lose defensive lineman Jordan Davis and safety Jessie Bates III, who debut in Week 11. The Titans aim to stay competitive without their top rookie.
The Jacksonville Jaguars will sit newly‑acquired safety Jessie Bates III and defensive tackle Jordan Davis for their Week 10 matchup against the Tennessee Titans, treating the game as an improvised bye week. Coach Liam Coen says neither player has had a bye since joining Jacksonville, and the rest gives them extra time to learn the defensive scheme before debuting in Week 11 versus the New York Giants. Bates, a 2023 Pro Bowler with 28 career interceptions, and Davis, a 2022 first‑round pick who posted career‑high stats in 2025, were traded for high‑draft picks. Jacksonville sits 6‑2, leads the AFC South, and sees its Super Bowl odds improve after the acquisitions.
The Jacksonville Jaguars (6‑2) travel to Nashville for Week 10, hoping to stay on the AFC No. 1 seed track, while the 1‑7 Titans face a rash of injuries. Jacksonville’s report shows most starters healthy, with B.J. Green II back as a full participant and RB Bhayshul Tuten confirming he’ll be ready after missing Thursday practice. Limited participants include RB Chris Rodriguez Jr., WR Jakobi Meyers and DE Travon Walker. Tennessee, however, loses several key players: LB Cody Barton, LB Anthony Hill Jr., guard Peter Skoronski, WR Carnell Tate and punter Tommy Townsend are all ruled out, leaving the defense and special teams depleted.
Big Cat Country’s staff roundtable breaks down the Jaguars’ aggressive 2026 trade‑deadline deals and how they shape Week 10 against the Titans. Contributors praise the acquisitions of safety Jessie Bates III, edge rusher Jordan Davis, and interior lineman Davon Godchaux (a 2028 sixth‑round pick) as potential playoff catalysts, while noting the high‑risk trade for Travis Hunter. Opinions diverge on Super Bowl chatter: some urge caution after last year’s Wild Card loss, others claim Jacksonville is finally “win‑now” and deserving of championship talk. The panel previews the divisional clash, highlighting the Jags’ bold roster‑building under GM James Gladstone.
The Tennessee Titans head into Week 10 against the Jacksonville Jaguars without rookie wideout Carnell Tate, who is sidelined with a lingering shoulder injury after missing Week 8 versus Cincinnati. Coach Robert Saleh hopes Tate could return by Week 11 against Dallas, but his Week 10 status remains uncertain. In Tate’s absence, Wan’Dale Robinson and Chimere Dike are primed for bigger roles—Robinson logged 72 snaps and 47 routes for 7 targets and 15.7 fantasy points, while Dike posted 5 catches for 71 yards and a TD, making him a more attractive fantasy pick against Jacksonville’s vulnerable outside defense. Other receivers like Elic Ayomanor and Calvin Ridley also see expanded usage.
Big Cat Country predicts this Friday’s Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Tennessee Titans showdown after Jacksonville’s recent trade spree. With safety Jessie Bates and defensive tackle Jordan Davis sidelined, the Jags face a Titans squad that just lost safety Amani Hooker to Buffalo. The article links to the latest Jaguars mailbag, a press conference with Liam Coen, and notes that Bates and Davis will miss the game. It also rounds up other NFL headlines, including the Commanders’ steal of a win over the Giants and Mike Evans’ practice status.
Sportsnaut previews the 2027 NFL offseason, flagging eight potential trade magnets. Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. logged 21 targets and a 43% snap rate in 2026; with two years left on his contract, Kansas City or Las Vegas may pay a third‑round pick for him. Titans QB Cam Ward, a 4‑21 starter with a 60.7% completion rate, is likely to be moved by February as Tennessee eyes draft capital and a new passer. Cardinals safety Budda Baker, a four‑time All‑Pro entering a contract year, could be dealt before April as Arizona rebuilds. Colts RB Jonathan Taylor, still 28, may be shipped to a contender like the Giants or Broncos after the season ends. Jets’ Breece Hall also tops the list, along with other unnamed stars, as teams prepare for a blockbuster trade market.