With the NFL trade deadline looming, the New York Giants have a backup plan if a Jonathan Taylor deal falls through. Insider Ryan Dunleavy says the Giants are eyeing Titans veteran Tony Pollard, who has surged with 129 yards and three touchdowns against Cleveland (Week 8) and 117 yards with two scores versus Cincinnati. Pollard’s recent 246 rushing yards and five touchdowns make him an attractive, mid‑round price option for a team that can’t afford an empty backfield, especially as the Colts’ price tag on Taylor remains steep.
The 2026 New York Jets are 2-6, a record that will always frustrate an NFL fanbase and generate criticism from the media. But for this particular Jets team, it’s not just about the record, but the way they have arrived to it. New York keeps losing games in the same fashion: They play competitively behind ...
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We're at the halfway mark; still plenty to play for. And Gabe Jacas deserves to open this week's victory lap before we start our 2026 IDP Football Waiver Wire Week…
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The New England Patriots are gearing up for a vital AFC East matchup against the Miami Dolphins while facing significant roster changes. Wide receiver A.J. Brown (ankle/knee) and running back TreVeyon Henderson (illness) have both been ruled out for the game. As a result, quarterback Drake Maye will need to rely on depth players such […]
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Here's how we're handling the Seahawks' backfield in fantasy football for Week 8.
Facing a 2‑5 record and a five‑game losing streak, the Philadelphia Eagles may overhaul their roster before the trade deadline. Analysts suggest moving guard Landon Dickerson to Green Bay for a 2027 fifth‑round pick, trading receiver Dontayvion Wicks and a 2027 seventh‑rounder to Kansas City for a 2027 fourth‑round pick, and shipping cornerback Riq Woolen to Chicago for a 2028 fourth‑rounder. A potential deal also looms for tight end Dallas Goedert heading to Carolina. These moves aim to free cap space, recoup draft capital, and reset a season that has dropped the Eagles out of playoff contention.
The Washington Commanders are trying to claw back into the NFC East race as the top of the division flounders, and they took a big step toward doing that on Sunday night. Despite a slow start, the Commanders had too much for the banged-up Eagles team in a 27-10 Week 8 win to get to […]
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With the NFL trade deadline looming on November 10, Buffalo Rumblings' latest post asks fans which players the Bills should target in a trade. After profiling seven candidates—safeties Derwin James, Jessie Bates, Antoine Winfield Jr., Amani Hooker, Cam Bynum, receiver Brian Thomas Jr., and linebacker Zack Baun—the author invites comments on additional prospects, hinting at more safeties, a linebacker, or a wide receiver to replace the injured Josh Palmer. The Bills sit 6‑1 following a dominant 36‑10 win over the Ravens, fueling speculation about a potential roster upgrade.
The NFL Week 8 PFF grades highlight the highest-graded qualifying player from each of the 13 games in the 2026 season's weekly slate. Alex Anzalone of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and DJ Turner II of the Cincinnati Bengals shared the top overall PFF grade at 93.3. Defensive players led nine matchups, while Bhayshul Tuten and Sione Vaki were among the offensive standouts.
There are a number of teams around the NFL who likely have head coaches on the hot seat at the moment. It wouldn't be surprising if the New York Jets (2-6) and Washington Commanders (2-4-1) were among them.
The Winnipeg Jets suffer a disastrous 7-0 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Sunday, November 2, 2026, as the Hurricanes dominate from start to finish. The recap highlights the Jets' lack of effort and a costly blowout, prompting the author to focus merely on posting the game statistics. The game underscores serious concerns for the True North squad heading into their next matchups.
The Los Angeles Chargers fall to the Rams 24-9, earning a “D” from CBS Sports after their seventh straight loss. Despite three red‑zone trips, the Chargers manage only three field goals, while the Rams break a first‑down drought late in the first half. Justin Herbert throws two interceptions, deepening concerns about his fit under head coach Mike McDaniel. Analysts question the offense’s progress after a bye week, and fans are urged to weigh in on the grade. Links to detailed recaps and broader NFL week‑eight coverage are included.
On November 2, 2026, Stephen A. Smith used his First Take platform to urge Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones to hire former NFL head coach Rex Ryan from ESPN as a defensive coordinator. Smith ridiculed current coach Brian Schottenheimer’s self‑praise after the Cowboys fell to the Arizona Cardinals, claiming Ryan could improve the defense in just four days. Former Cowboys star Michael Irvin dismissed the idea, quipping that even his dead mother could coach better. Ryan hasn’t coached since 2015, and past contract talks with Jones fell through.
After a season‑changing loss to the Denver Broncos, the Kansas City Chiefs fall to a 5‑2 record and slip into the AFC wild‑card mix. The AFC standings heading into Week 9 show Buffalo (6‑1) leading the conference and eyeing a bye, while Denver (6‑2) and Pittsburgh (6‑2) sit atop their divisions. Jacksonville (5‑2) leads the AFC South and tops the league in point differential (+85). Kansas City remains 5‑1 in‑conference, ahead of Cincinnati (5‑2) but must beat the Bills on Thanksgiving to stay in the hunt for the No. 1 seed. The Patriots hold the tiebreaker over Cleveland, and the Raiders and Ravens sit at 4‑4.
The Chicago Bears acquire All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans, trading a 2027 and 2028 first‑round pick plus a 2027 fourth‑rounder for Simmons and a 2028 fifth‑round pick. Simmons, a four‑time Pro Bowler and three‑time All‑Pro who posted 11 sacks in 15 games last season, is expected to boost a defense that lacks star power as Chicago eyes a Super Bowl window. Fans rate the trade an “A,” and his odds for Defensive Player of the Year rise to +2000, the seventh‑best. With prime‑time games and Thanksgiving/Christmas matchups ahead, Simmons could be a key factor.
The National Baseball Hall of Fame has placed eight candidates on its 2027 Contemporary Era Non‑Player ballot, spotlighting three San Francisco Giants legends: manager Dusty Baker, manager Bruce Bochy and GM Brian Sabean. Baker, 8th all‑time in wins (2,183) and 2022 World Series champion, joins Bochy—four World Series titles and sixth‑most career wins—and Sabean, the longtime architect of Giants success now 70. Also on the ballot are Lou Piniella, Bill White, Ted Turner and Joe Maddon. The article celebrates their achievements and notes the Hall’s new rules that keep Barry Bonds out, while highlighting the historical significance of these nominees.
Alim McNeill has become the interior pass rusher Detroit has not had in a very long time. #OnePride
Fans call one Dolphins tackle attempt "NFL fakery."
T.J. Watt is shedding the 'washed‑up' label with a bounce‑back 2026 season. Through eight games he ties for the NFL lead with 7.5 sacks, adds nine tackles for loss, 19 total tackles and a pick‑six against Atlanta on Sept. 13. He also recorded two sacks in the Steelers’ win over Cleveland, bringing his career total against the Browns to 19.5—most ever—while tying the franchise record for forced fumbles at 38. Despite criticism of his three‑year, $123 million contract, Watt’s production mirrors early‑career form, positioning him among the league’s elite pass rushers.
The Houston Astros announced Randy Flores as their new general manager on November 2, 2026, ending a search that also considered former Nationals exec Mike Rizzo and Brewers assistant GM Matt Kleine. Flores, 51, spent the last decade with the St. Louis Cardinals, rising from director of scouting to assistant GM of amateur and pro acquisition. He replaces Dana Brown, who left after the Astros’ first‑round playoff loss to the Chicago White Sox. Owner Jim Crane praised Flores’s scouting pedigree, while Flores expressed excitement about returning to a winning Houston franchise. His first tasks will include evaluating Isaac Paredes’ 2027 option and shaping the roster ahead of the offseason.
After the Patriots beat the Dolphins 24-19, a reporter asked quarterback Drake Maye about the rain during the game, but the former North Carolina star noticed the reporter’s suit was North Carolina blue. Maye chuckled, took a quick detour to the Tar Heels’ loss to Miami the night before, and then went back to the […]
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After a stellar performance by Andrew Van Ginkel in the Minnesota Vikings' Week 8 loss to the Detroit Lions, they face a complicated trade deadline decision.
Jackson Flora, the 21‑year‑old right‑hander who was drafted fourth overall by the San Francisco Giants in July 2026, tops the second chapter of the 2027 Willie McCovey Memorial Community Prospect List as the organization’s No. 2 prospect. The 6‑ft‑5 pitcher posted a 1.06 ERA and 133 strikeouts in 102 innings at UC Santa Barbara, signed for just under $8 million, and impressed in brief AA stints with Richmond, throwing two perfect innings and striking out four. The Giants could fast‑track him to the majors in 2027 or ease him back through High‑A/Eugene, but his polished fastball/slider combo signals a potential rotation piece by 2028. The article also lists other nominees for the No. 3 spot.
Injuries and a suspect suspension got in the way of Nazeeh Johnson's start in 2026 but he's healthy and ready to contribute somewhere.
The Packers sit 5-3 entering Week 9, navigating a surge of injuries while staying in the playoff hunt. Standout performers include WR Christian Watson, who – after a $92 million extension – boasts a career‑high 42 receptions, 708 yards and six TDs; QB Jordan Love leads the league in passing yards (2,246) and touchdowns (16) despite the NFL’s worst offensive line and a meager 60.6‑yard rushing average; and LB Ty’Ron Hopper steps up as a starter, recording 27 tackles, a sack, two interceptions and a historic three‑pass‑breakup game. Conversely, rookie kicker Trey Smack struggles with an 11‑of‑16 field‑goal record, and RB Josh Jacobs underperforms, raising concerns about depth.