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The Steelers Depot flags RB Jaylen Warren’s stock as rising after his birthday performance, when he racked up a career‑high 143 rushing yards against the Cleveland Browns. Despite zero receiving yards, the single‑game total marks his biggest rushing output to date, boosting his market value and prompting optimism around his role in Pittsburgh’s 2026 offense.
New York Jets defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick's rough assessment of the team's Week 8 embarrassment was downplayed comically by the franchise itself.
These players won't get dealt at the trade deadline, but what if they did?
Here are the biggest winners and losers from the Dallas Cowboys' huge upset loss to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 8.
A less-than-impressive second season has made TreVeyon Henderson a top trade candidate for the Patriots.
The Minnesota Vikings lose their first game as Andrew Van Ginkel's 2.5 sacks can't overcome a stalled offense against the Detroit Lions.
Aaron Glenn’s decision to assume defensive play‑calling has backfired, leaving the New York Jets stuck at 2‑6 after a 38‑33 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 8. Despite a strong offensive start—scoring on their first six possessions, a feat achieved by only two other teams in 45 years—the Jets’ defense collapsed, prompting ESPN’s Rich Cimini to note the historic rarity. Analysts from ESPN, The Athletic and the New York Post debate Glenn’s future, with many predicting his firing as inevitable. The article links to multiple recaps and reactions, highlighting Braelon Allen’s 147‑yard rush and Adonai Mitchell’s career game amid the defeat.
The Dallas Cowboys suffer a shocking 33-30 overtime loss to the 2-5 Arizona Cardinals, highlighting season‑long struggles. After a solid start against the Eagles, Dallas fails to protect a lead, with backup RB Tyler Allgeier's 63‑yard TD narrowing the gap and a late Dak Prescott‑George Pickens connection forcing a goal‑line attempt. Missed defensive plays, three offsides penalties, and a low 32% rush success rate contribute to the defeat, while Cardinals kicker Ryland nails a 42‑yard field goal in OT. Critics blame sloppy defense, questionable coaching, and inconsistent offense as the Cowboys face a bleak outlook.
The Ravens fell to the Bills 27-10 on Nov. 1, exposing a cascade of problems that could jeopardize their playoff hopes. Lamar Jackson’s right‑thumb injury adds urgency to quarterback uncertainty, while rookie Joe Fagnano may start Thursday after Tyler Huntley also goes down with turf toe. Kicker Tyler Loop’s missed chip‑shot and out‑of‑bounds kickoff spark calls for accountability. More critically, the offensive line was “abysmal,” with right tackle Roger Rosengarten overwhelmed, Ronnie Stanley penalized repeatedly, and Cam Jurgens missing blitz pickups, prompting demands for a full overhaul. With a 4‑4 record, the trade deadline looming, and the team far from Super Bowl contention, Baltimore faces a crucial stretch and tough offseason roster moves.
The Ravens drop to 4-4 after three consecutive AFC defeats, all to teams now ahead in the playoff race. Sitting last in the AFC North behind the Steelers (6-2), Bengals (5-2) and Browns (5-3), Baltimore also falls to 10th in the overall AFC standings, tied with the Raiders at 4-4. A lingering Lamar Jackson injury compounds their woes as they face a tough path to the postseason, with the Buffalo Bills leading the conference at 6-1. The article details the current divisional and conference rankings after Week 8.
The Titans fall 43-36 in overtime to the Bengals at Paycor Stadium in Week 8, blowing a two‑minute lead before Joe Burrow scores the OT winner. The loss highlights three key takeaways for Tennessee, exposing issues that need addressing moving forward. The article also links to related NFL news, including Lamar Jackson’s thumb surgery and a Cowboys‑Cardinals upset.
The Arizona Cardinals rally past the Dallas Cowboys 33-30 in overtime, snapping a five‑game winning streak over Dallas. Backup quarterback Gardner Minshew throws for 188 yards and three touchdowns, while RB Tyler Allgeier rushes for 147 yards and two scores on just 11 carries. WR Michael Wilson explodes in the second half with 111 receiving yards and the game‑tying touchdown. Defensive highlights include LB Mack Wilson’s fourth‑and‑one stop, sacks from Zaven Collins and L.J. Collier, and Josh Sweat’s late‑game pressure. The win keeps Arizona’s playoff hopes alive and could influence their draft position, with DE Josh Sweat and S Budda Baker reportedly on trade talk ahead of the Nov. 10 deadline.
Ugly. That's the one-word report card for the entirety of the Cleveland Browns performance in a 27-6 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The biggest disappointment of Week 8 was Lamar Jackson suffering a potentially season-ending thumb injury on his first pass attempt and landing on injured reserve (IR). However, there isn’t much more to add beyond the obvious: It hurts the fantasy ... read more »
In a pivotal AFC North showdown, the Steelers routed the Browns 27-6, pulling ahead in the division race. Cleveland, 0-10 in Pittsburgh over the past decade, couldn’t answer Pittsburgh’s #7 ranked run defense. TE Harold Fannin was the lone bright spot, hauling in 10 catches for 154 yards. Meanwhile, the Browns’ defense faltered, with costly penalties and gap failures allowing repeated inside runs. The game’s turning point came after a late‑half field‑goal trim to 13-6, when a short Rodgers pass set up a decisive touchdown. The loss leaves both teams tied at 5-2, but the Steelers now hold the division lead.
The losses are stockpiling in Florham Park once again, and frustration is mounting in the locker room. After the Jets’ 38-33 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders, veteran safety Minkah Fitzpatrick took a jab at the losing tendencies of his new franchise. “Some bad penalties, bad mistakes, Jets being Jets,” Fitzpatrick said, citing the reasons ... Read More FOR MORE AT JETS X-FACTOR, VISIT NY Jets vet safety Minkah Fitzpatrick takes shot at own team | Jets X-Factor
Jaylen Warren and the Pittsburgh Steelers got their revenge on the Cleveland Browns, and they did it on the same day as the running back’s birthday. Warren turned 28 years old on Sunday, and he celebrated it with a performance to remember for a long time. The former Oklahoma State Cowboys star running back tied […] The post Steelers’ Jaylen Warren Reacts to His Unforgettable Birthday Against The Browns appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Lamar Jackson’s return from a high left ankle injury didn’t last very long. It was the complete opposite, as the Baltimore Ravens superstar two-way quarterback lasted just a snap in Sunday’s marquee matchup against Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills at the new Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, New York. Jackson had his right hand […] The post Lamar Jackson’s Return Takes Ugly Turn Against Josh Allen, Bills appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars are back to their winning ways, thanks to an absolutely dominant performance in their Week 8 meeting with the free-falling Indianapolis Colts at home. With Lawrence orchestrating their attack, the Jags ripped Indianapolis apart in a 42-7 victory on Sunday at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville. The former Clemson Tigers […] The post Jaguars’ Trevor Lawrence Pulls Off Rare NFL Feat Not Seen Since 2015 appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
New York Jets rookie Omar Cooper Jr. was among the fantasy football darlings heading into Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season. But he was barely felt on the field during Sunday’s game between the Jets and the Las Vegas Raiders at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. Cooper, who suffered an ankle injury in Week […] The post New York Jets Rookie Omar Cooper Jr. Gets Brutal Reality Check Against Raiders appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Tee Higgins helped the Cincinnati Bengals defeat the Tennessee Titans in overtime, 43-36, at Paycor Stadium on Sunday. The Bengals won their third straight game and improved to 5-2, while the Titans fell to 1-7. Higgins had 10 receptions for 155 yards and two touchdowns, including an 18-yard catch with 1:17 left in regulation. Before […] The post Tee Higgins issues NSFW reaction to viral mishap before Bengals-Titans game appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson’s thumb surgery reshapes Thursday’s Jaguars matchup and beyond.
Mark Pope’s third‑year Wildcats face a demanding 2026‑27 slate, with the author projecting 25 wins and 7 losses. Likely wins include early games against Manhattan, James Madison and a home‑court sweep of Ole Miss and Vanderbilt, while toss‑ups feature big SEC battles like Louisville, Indiana and North Carolina. The toughest outings are slated as likely losses to Kansas, Texas, Tennessee and Florida. If the team's shooting clicks, Pope could steer Kentucky to a top‑3 NCAA seed and an Elite 8 run.
The Bengals clinch an overtime win over the Titans, moving into the playoff bubble with an 84% chance per The Athletic. Wideout Tee Higgins posts a historic game—10 catches, 155 yards, two TDs—putting him on a pace of 104 receptions, 1,763 yards and 10 touchdowns, a benchmark achieved only six times in NFL history. Alongside Ja’Mar Chase, Higgins fuels a high‑powered offense that could contend for a Super Bowl, while the defense seeks to find its rhythm.
The Steelers had never won a playoff game when they drafted Terry Bradshaw first overall in 1970. By January 1980, he had four Super Bowl rings and two Super Bowl MVP awards. Yet when the credit for one play went to one player, he admits he was annoyed. “The tight end did a good job […] The post “I Was Pissed”: Terry Bradshaw Doesn’t Hold Back Over Lack of Credit for Launching Steelers’ Super Bowl Dynasty appeared first on EssentiallySports .