Arizona trades quarterback Jacoby Brissett to the Baltimore Ravens, ending his two-season stint with the Cardinals. Wide receiver Michael Wilson praised Brissett, saying he’s “indebted” for boosting his breakout 2025 season—1,006 receiving yards and seven touchdowns, which secured Wilson a three‑year, $75 million deal for 2026. With Brissett heading to the AFC North, Arizona will rely on new starter Gardner Minshew II to continue feeding its downfield weapons. The trade is expected to finalize this weekend.
The Tennessee Titans are reportedly willing to trade wide receiver Calvin Ridley for a fifth‑round draft pick, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports. Ridley, who signed a four‑year, $92 million deal in March 2024 and took an $11 million pay cut in a later restructure, saw his role shrink after a broken fibula limited him to seven games last season and the Titans drafted Ohio State standout Carnell Tate with the No. 4 overall pick. He has 1,374 receiving yards from his 2020 season with Atlanta and 1,016 yards in 2023 with Jacksonville, but this year he’s logged just six catches for 91 yards. A fifth‑round price reflects his status as a depth option rather than a marquee asset.
The New York Giants are targeting Tampa Bay defensive tackle Vita Vea, a two‑time Pro Bowler who started all 17 games last season, as part of their Week 9 trade push before the November 10 deadline. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler notes the Buccaneers recently locked Vea into a two‑year, $48 million extension, making a deal unlikely, though the Giants have previously chased interior linemen like Jeffery Simmons. A fan‑generated trade scenario even involves the Jaguars for WR Brain Thomas Jr., highlighting the speculative buzz around Vea’s availability.
With the NFL trade deadline just days away, the Detroit Lions (5-2) and Chicago Bears (6-2) are eyeing the same defensive backs to solidify their secondary. ESPN’s Dan Graziano reports both clubs are probing cornerback options—Lions still need a No. 2 after missing out on Joey Porter Jr., while Bears struggle with low‑rated starters Jaylon Johnson and Malik Muhammad despite acquiring Jeffery Simmons. Potential targets include Riq Woolen (Eagles), Mike Sainristil (Commanders), JuJu Brent (Dolphins) and Donte Jackson (Chargers). The NFC North race intensifies as both teams scramble for upgrades before Tuesday’s deadline.
On Wednesday, the Minnesota Vikings signed RB DeeJay Dallas to the team's active roster, and this might've given away their plans for the trade deadline.
Indiana opens its 2026-27 season with a second buy‑game against Bellarmine at Assembly Hall on Nov. 5, after a 91-57 rout of Eastern Illinois. The Crimson Quarry predicts a 40‑point Indiana victory, highlights sophomore center Samet Yigitoglu posting his first double‑double and topping 10 points and rebounds, and expects freshman Trevor Manhertz to hit three or more 3‑pointers as he steps up amid Prince‑Alexander Moody’s injury.
Ahead of their Week 9 matchup, 49ers linebacker Fred Warner praises Raiders rookie tight end Brock Bowers, calling him “one of the best players in the league.” Warner will likely line up against Bowers, who set a rookie record with 112 receptions and 1,194 yards in 2024 and earned First‑Team All‑Pro honors. After missing time with knee surgeries in 2025, Bowers returns strong, leading Las Vegas with 41 catches, 547 yards and five TDs in six games, including a 7‑catch, 92‑yard, two‑TD effort in a 38‑33 win over the Jets. Warner’s ability to contain Bowers could dictate the outcome of the contest.
The Chicago Bears, sitting at 6‑2, are weighing trade‑deadline options for their backup quarterbacks after Caleb Williams missed three games with a hamstring strain. Case Keenum and rookie Tyson Bagent stepped in, posting a 2‑1 record, but the team's depleted draft capital and empty war chest have sparked speculation that Chicago might move one of them for future value. ESPN’s Dan Graziano notes that teams in need of QB help could target Keenum or Bagent, especially with the Ravens struggling at the position. A potential deal could hinge on offers before the deadline.
Facing a two‑game losing streak, the Kansas City Chiefs announce a roster move on Wednesday, signing 24‑year‑old wide receiver Jacob De Jesus to the practice squad. De Jesus, a former UNLV and California standout who logged 108 catches for 1,030 yards in 2025, provides insurance as analysts predict a possible trade‑deadline WR acquisition. The move follows a 28‑24 Week 9 loss to the Denver Broncos after the Chiefs' early 5‑0 start, and comes as the team looks to rebound from a 6‑11 season that ended without a playoff berth in the Patrick Mahomes era.
Patriot quarterback Drake Maye downplays former teammate Tom Brady’s appearance in the Fox booth for the Patriots’ Week 9 clash with the Packers. Maye says Brady’s presence “doesn’t affect me much” and notes he can’t even talk to him on the broadcast because Brady now works with the Raiders. New England, now 5-3 after a 24-19 win at Miami, still chases the Bills for AFC East supremacy as they face Jordan Love’s Green Bay squad. The article also recaps Brady’s legacy in New England and the Patriots’ recent form.
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The article breaks down Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud’s NFL prospects by comparing his per‑game stats to 22 qualified quarterbacks. Stroud ranks 6th in yards per game (266.7), 10th in net yards per attempt (6.8), 12th in completion (64.8%), 15th in touchdown % (4.5%), 2nd in interception % (0.4%), and 8th in QB rating (100.7), yielding a composite rank of 8.83—solidly top‑ten. Similarity analysis pairs him with Drake Maye and Caleb Williams, while a deeper category‑by‑category look highlights Kirk Cousins as the closest statistical match. The piece argues that with the right offensive line and coaching, Stroud could merit a lucrative long‑term contract.
The Daily Mauling recaps the latest Kansas sports action: Fordham upsets the Jayhawks with a win highlighted by Leroy Blyden Jr. and Tre White’s post‑game reactions, while the women's basketball squad clinches a season‑opening victory over Omaha. Andy Kotelnick previews the upcoming UCF matchup, and a side note mentions Jacoby Brissett’s bid to revive Baltimore’s season. The post also links to regional news and quirky tidbits, but the core takeaway is the Fordham upset and the women's hoops triumph.
Victor Scott II went to the Dominican to prove his value to the Cardinals, but his stay was cut short as his time in St. Louis could be coming to an end.
Heading into the Steelers' bye week, wide receiver DK Metcalf sees his stock dip as his recent performance stalls. In his latest outing he managed just 1 catch on 6 targets for 4 yards and dropped a deep pass that led to an interception. The brief warns that Metcalf may be trending in the wrong direction despite his earlier season contributions.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers lean on a revived rushing attack to stay playoff‑eligible as Week 9 approaches, while their aerial game continues to falter. Coach Bruce Arians and offensive line coach emphasize the ground game’s resurgence, highlighted by unexpected sideline stories like a player’s KitKat‑eating ritual that’s become a locker‑room rallying point. The article examines whether this newfound rushing momentum can offset the stagnant pass offense and propel the Bucs into the postseason.
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