49ers' DeForest Buckner reclaims familiar jersey number in Bay Area return
The 49ers' DeForest Buckner is reclaiming No. 99 after returning to San Francisco, leaving second-year defensive tackle C.J. West needing a new jersey number.
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The 49ers' DeForest Buckner is reclaiming No. 99 after returning to San Francisco, leaving second-year defensive tackle C.J. West needing a new jersey number.
The Bills secured a win over the Ravens as head coach Joe Brady became the first in franchise history to start 6‑1, posting a 33.3‑point per‑game average that ranks second among Super Bowl‑era coaches. Defensive standouts included Cole Bishop, Landon Jackson, T.J. Parker and Greg Rousseau, who each logged a sack, while rookie Davison Igbinosun captured his first NFL interception. James Cook extended his rushing‑touchdown streak to six games, and Josh Allen tied a 1950 record with his ninth rushing TD in the first seven games, moving into 16th all‑time. DJ Moore added a 49‑yard reception, the team’s third‑longest play of the season.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter says the Pittsburgh Steelers are emerging as a legitimate AFC contender despite a modest 10‑7 record in each of the past three seasons, which previously only earned wild‑card berths or a fourth seed. The article examines how recent roster moves and coaching adjustments could shift the Steelers from perennial underdogs to serious playoff threats this year.
The Vikings are 6-1 and finally look beatable. Inside the division math that makes tonight's Bears game in Seattle the biggest of their season.
Klint Kubiak deserves praise for not keeping the status quo in the Las Vegas Raiders' RB room in Week 8 by switching from Mike Washington Jr. to Ashton Jeanty.
JJ Wetherholt, Masyn Winn, and Kyle Leahy progress while Jordan Walker, Leo Bernal, and Alec Burleson all see dips in production according to Steamer's projections for the 2027 St. Louis Cardinals.
After a 33-30 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals, the Dallas Cowboys' 3-5 record sparked criticism from Steelers head coach‑turned‑analyst Mike Tomlin. Commenting on Sunday Night Football, Tomlin called the Cowboys “blinkers” who need to “cut their eyelids off,” blaming a lack of aggression on both offense and defense during the final drive. He urged coach Brian Schottenheimer to identify and challenge players who truly want to win as the Cowboys face the Indianapolis Colts in Week 9. The loss marks the Cardinals’ ninth win against Dallas since 2008.
The Dallas Cowboys must have a difficult conversation about George Pickens' future after their humiliating loss to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 8.
Making the argument why K.C. needs to start the next era of Patrick Mahomes' career to save it.
The New Orleans Saints sit just one game behind first place in a division where every rival has three wins, putting the team at a crossroads before the trade deadline. The article weighs whether New Orleans should splurge on veteran defensive help—targets like interior tackle Grover Stewart, Daron Payne, or Dalvin Tomlinson—to shore up a run‑stopping crisis, or instead trade away assets and focus on rebuilding. It argues that sacrificing draft capital for a single veteran is risky, suggesting a better strategy may be to flip fringe players such as Justin Reid, Pete Werner, Spencer Rattler, Kendre Miller and Cesar Ruiz for future picks. Ultimately, the piece asks if the Saints should aim for a modest nine‑win push now or preserve long‑term flexibility.
With Hunter Henry dealing with an injury, the New England Patriots should at least explore the trade market for veteran TE Dallas Goedert.
Monday Night Football pits the Chicago Bears against the Seattle Seahawks, and a Bears win could indirectly help the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC playoff race. A Seattle loss would drop the Seahawks to 4-4, tying them with the Rams in the NFC West behind the 6-1 49ers. With the NFC North tightly packed—Vikings at 6-1, Bears and Lions at 5-2, Packers 5-3—the Bears' result also impacts non‑divisional wild‑card berths. The Rams, now 4-4, still have winnable games against Washington and an upcoming rematch with Arizona, which is juggling its quarterback situation.
Darren Mougey and the New York Jets may end up with three top-10 picks after the Indianapolis Colts and Dallas Cowboys also lost in Week 8.
The Seahawks' offense is undergoing a major shift after landing All‑Pro guard Quenton Nelson from Indianapolis. With left tackle Charles Cross out injured, the revamped line—featuring new right guard Grey Zabel and returning backs Jadarian Price and Zach Charbonnet—will initially prioritize the run game while the unit gels. Coach Brian Fleury expects Zabel’s college versatility to smooth the transition, and veteran center Jeff Saturday predicts quick adaptation. Quarterback Sam Darnold will rely on quicker reads as receivers like Cooper Kupp and Tory Horton adjust routes to counter double‑coverage on star wideout JSN. Increased tight‑end and A.J. Barner involvement aims to diversify the attack as Seattle looks to dictate defenses midway through the season.
Local star Gavin Doty, a Fulton native, is set to debut for the Syracuse Orange in the season‑opener against New Haven on Nov. 2, marking his first game in the JMA Wireless Dome. Doty, a former Siena standout who averaged 18 points and 6.9 rebounds while earning MAAC Tournament MVP honors, follows coach Gerry McNamara from Siena to Syracuse. He’s added 10‑pound muscle, sharpened his three‑point shot and boasts a reputation for relentless hustle, grabbing 21 rebounds in SU’s recent exhibitions. Doty says he’s “counting down the minutes” to wear the Orange uniform and help lift a program that struggled with outside shooting last season.
The Cougars take on the Idaho State Bengals in the first game of the 2026-27 season on Tuesday at the Marriott Center.
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Indiana women's basketball opens its 55rd season of play on Tuesday when it hosts FGCU at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in a 7 p.m. ET tip.
The Baltimore Ravens just can’t catch a break at the quarterback position. Superstar Lamar Jackson finally made his injury return in Week 8 against the Bills. Unfortunately, that return only lasted just one snap. Lamar quickly exited the game after hitting his right hand on Bills defender Greg Rousseau on the Ravens’ opening drive. It […] The post 3 QB trades Ravens must pursue after losing Lamar Jackson, Tyler Huntley to injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The New England Patriots haven't had great luck with injuries offensively, but that hasn't stopped Drake Maye's great play.
After a 27-19 Thursday Night Football win over the Carolina Panthers, the Green Bay Packers’ ground game remains a glaring weakness. Coach Matt LaFleur praised the defense, but analyst Marcus Spears warned that the offense’s lack of a running threat is unsustainable, especially after costly errors in a Week 7 loss to Detroit. Jordan Love’s stellar play can’t mask drops and a stagnant run attack, forcing the Panthers to rely heavily on the pass. With trade‑deadline options like Josh Jacobs under cloud due to fresh abuse allegations, the Packers must overhaul their line and ground scheme before a tougher schedule hits.
Each week, fans, alumni, media and the teams themselves look to the Stats Perform FCS Top 25 Poll to see who's moving up and down. The post More Than a Lone Star: Tarleton State, SFA Headline Texas Contingent in FCS Top 25 Poll appeared first on Opta Analyst .
Jahmyr Gibbs makes Detroit Lions history, passing Billy Sims in scrimmage yards while joining Barry Sanders in an exclusive touchdown club.
Veteran Steelers wideout Michael Pittman Jr. stays on injured reserve with a foot injury but says his recovery is progressing. After Pittsburgh’s 27-6 victory over the Cleveland Browns, Pittman told reporters he feels the rehab is “morphed into something else” and is optimistic about returning before the team’s Week 9 bye. The article outlines his current status, the expected timeline for a comeback, and the impact his potential return could have on the Steelers’ offense.
The Eagles’ season is basically lost, so now we’re gonna have to focus more on what players and coaches can help this team in the future. I’ll still tune in every week, hope for a win, and pray there’s still at least a few more Merrill gems left this season. But it’s looking bleak. The […] The post I Almost Feel Bad For the Cowboys’ Radio Team After They Had to Witness Another Meltdown Against the Cardinals appeared first on Crossing Broad .
The New York Jets will need to address many areas of their organization this offseason, from the coaching staff to the roster. When your team is 2-6 through eight weeks, that’s typically a given. However, there is a crucial part of the roster where the Jets might not need to do much. Where the Jets ... Read More FOR MORE AT JETS X-FACTOR, VISIT One major advantage the New York Jets carry into 2027 offseason | Jets X-Factor