Week 7 churned out seven key NFL storylines: Deshaun Watson led the Browns to a 27-24 win over Tennessee with 308 passing yards and a rushing TD; Giants rookie Cam Skattebo broke out with 124 rushing yards in an overtime victory; Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy shone with 252 yards against the Texans, igniting trade‑talk; the 49ers’ loss to Atlanta highlighted the impact of missing Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel; Joe Burrow’s second‑half surge gave Cincinnati a win but exposed a weak run game; Caleb Williams posted 308 yards and two TDs as the Bears finally found offensive rhythm despite Cole Kmet’s season‑ending injury; and the Titans’ defensive woes forced Daniel Jones into early trouble. These takeaways frame the league’s emerging contenders and looming questions heading into the second half of the season.
Former Seahawks and Browns quarterback Seneca Wallace sits down with Dawgs By Nature to recount his winding NFL journey. Drafted by Mike Holmgren in the 2003 fourth round, Wallace filled multiple roles in Seattle, highlighted by a key 34‑yard catch in the 2005 NFC Championship. After a brief, injury‑marred stint with the Browns—including a high‑ankle sprain that limited him to seven starts—he bounced around the Saints, 49ers, and Packers before transitioning to coaching, most recently as the QB coach for the UFL’s St. Louis Battlehawks. Wallace also reflects on his standout high‑school and Iowa State career, Hall‑of‑Fame honors, and the challenges of playing quarterback at 5‑11″.
Gridiron Experts highlights the top Week 8 waiver‑wire pickups as the season’s injury bounce‑backs reshape lineups. Quarterback Geno Smith (Jets) returns as a solid Superflex/2QB streaming option after a 3‑TD, 287‑yard effort versus Miami, while Miami’s Malik Willis offers upside with his rushing floor despite a tough New England matchup. Running backs Bam Knight (Cardinals) and Jonah Coleman (Broncos) earn flex and RB3 value respectively, with Knight poised for a favorable Dallas clash and Coleman emerging as Denver’s primary back. San Francisco’s Kaelon Black is a cheap handcuff stash behind McCaffrey, and rookie WR Omar Cooper Jr. (Jets) is the must‑add WR3 after two 100‑yard, touchdown weeks. These picks provide low‑risk upgrades as bye weeks mount.
NFL insider Jordan Schultz says the Chicago Bears and San Francisco 49ers are targeting the same defensive talent as the Oct. 10 deadline approaches. Both NFC contenders have expressed interest in Cardinals edge rusher Josh Sweat (who wants out and carries a $17 M non‑guaranteed salary), Chargers veteran Khalil Mack (35, three sacks, final year), and Colts DT DeForest Buckner (also in his contract’s last year). Sources note the Bears have called about Mack, while the 49ers have historic ties to Buckner. With the Bears at 5‑2 and the 49ers 6‑1, a flurry of 12‑20 trades is expected before the Nov. 10 deadline.
After making headlines during his first week in the NBA for his trash talk, Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg let his play speak for him with 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in Monday's 134-114 win over the Denver Nuggets.
Former Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly navigates his expanding broadcasting duties without slipping into bias. While still serving as the team's radio analyst, he now leads Netflix's NFL game coverage and calls regional CBS games, carefully avoiding saying “we” on national platforms. Kuechly cites a fortunate schedule—no Panthers matchups on Netflix or CBS—contrasting his experience with Jason Kelce’s on‑air slip. The ex‑defensive star, a seven‑time Pro Bowler and 2013 Defensive Player of the Year, debuted on Netflix with Noah Eagle for a 49ers‑Rams game in Melbourne and will appear on upcoming Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Week 18 games.
The 49ers have plenty of reasons to part ways with these five underwhelming players at some point over the bye week.
In Game 3 of the 2026 World Series at Tropicana Field, the Milwaukee Brewers erupted for a 10-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays, pushing the series to a potential historic sweep. After a modest 2-0 start, Milwaukee exploded in the fifth inning with eight runs, highlighted by multi‑hit performances from Luis Chourio and Christian Yelich, and RBI singles from Garrett Mitchell and Cooper Pratt. Rays starter Freddy Peralta lost command, issuing 35 balls in 87 pitches before being pulled for Cam Booser, who also struggled. The win puts the Brewers one win away from their first championship and the first sweep since the 2012 Giants.
The Falcons edged the 49ers in Week 7, highlighted by a tight‑end‑centric offense that produced two touchdowns for Nick Muse and Kyle Pitts, plus catches from Charlie Woerner and Austin Hooper. Michael Penix Jr. and the offensive line each logged 67 snaps, while Bijan Robinson and Khalil Herbert split the backfield, with Herbert seeing 11 snaps and contributing on kick returns. Defensively, ILB Kendal Daniels led the unit with 66 snaps despite a recent injury, and rookie OLB Charles Snowden recorded two pressures in his debut. Special‑teams snaps were spread across the roster, with Muse logging 20. The article notes potential roster moves for Herbert and James Pearce Jr., and discusses evolving nickel‑package roles for Sydney Brown and A.J. Terrell.
The 49ers have five key issues to address during their bye week, from injuries and turnovers to kicking woes, pass rush concerns, and potential trade targets.
Bye weeks are back, with the 49ers, Giants, Saints, and Texans off in Week 8. If you are looking for […]
Week 7 of the NFL sees the Cowboys rout the Eagles 38-21, while former Purdue Boilermakers shine. Tyrone Tracy Jr. scores a rushing TD for the Giants in a 27-21 win over the Texans, adding a reception and 53 kickoff return yards. Derrick Barnes records six tackles in Detroit’s 20-17 victory over Green Bay, and George Karlaftis notches a tackle‑for‑loss and two QB hits as the Chiefs fall 20-3 to Seattle. Baker Mayfield returns for Tampa Bay, which dominates Carolina 43-13, though Payne Durham remains unused. The 49ers lose 29-20 to Atlanta despite Jalen Graham’s solo tackle, and the Raiders are beaten 35-21 by the Rams.
Cameron Boozer is exceeding rookie expectations as the Memphis Grizzlies start the 2026‑27 season 4‑0 without Ja Morant. In a win over the Utah Jazz, Boozer posted 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists, drawing defensive focus that helped veteran guard Ty Jerome flourish with 34.7 points per game early on. Golden State’s Draymond Green praised Boozer’s ball‑handling, shooting and rebounding, likening his impact to early Shaq and Elgin Baylor performances. The buzz suggests Boozer could become a cornerstone for Memphis this year.
The Texans, Saints, Giants, and 49ers have a bye this week, giving fantasy managers plenty of hurdles to clear to […]
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green praised rookie Yaxel Lendeborg’s potential and highlighted the importance of veteran leadership after the Warriors beat the Denver Nuggets 134-114 on Monday night for their first win of the season. Lendeborg finished with 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in his fourth NBA game, dominating despite shooting 1-for-8 […]
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Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr praised his team’s depth, Yaxel Lendeborg’s potential and Draymond Green’s defense after a 134-114 win over the Denver Nuggets on Monday night. The Warriors earned their first victory of the season after starting 0-3, with Lendeborg recording 31 points and 12 rebounds in his fourth NBA game. Kerr […]
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Kyle Shanahan outlines the 49ers’ pre‑bye routine, noting the team will reconvene on Monday after a day of workouts and meetings. PFF grades reveal left tackle Colby struggled with five pressures and a 45.4 pass‑blocking score, the lowest among the O‑line. Star RB Christian McCaffrey admits a mild hamstring strain left his leg “dead” in the loss to Atlanta, casting doubt on his return post‑bye. Defensively, the line fell flat — no tackles for loss from the edge, missed assignments from Gracen Halton and Sebastian Valdez, and only minimal pressure from Romello Height, Keion White, and Mykel Williams, despite containing Bijan Robinson to a single 10‑yard run.
Yaxel Lendeborg recorded 31 points and 12 rebounds as the Golden State Warriors defeated the Denver Nuggets 134-114 on Monday night at Ball Arena, earning their first win of the 2026-27 NBA season. The rookie out of Michigan shot 9-for-19 from the field and 12-for-13 from the free-throw line, adding six assists and a block […]
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The Warriors opened the 2026‑27 season with a dominant 134‑114 win over the Denver Nuggets, highlighted by rookie Yaxel Lendeborg’s historic performance. In just his fourth NBA game, Lendeborg posted 31 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists on 62.7% true‑shooting, becoming the fifth Warriors rookie since 2000 to record a 30‑point, 10‑rebound game and earning an A+ grade. Steph Curry contributed off the bench while Gui Santos added 13 efficient points for an A‑, and Draymond Green’s play‑making kept the offense flowing. The article grades each player and praises Lendeborg’s early impact and the team’s overall execution.
Stephen Curry and Steve Kerr reveal their thoughts on Yaxel Lendeborg's dominant performance against the Nuggets tonight.
The Nuggets allowed Steph Curry a perfect shooting night and the Warriors to score 134 points.
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The Golden State Warriors snap their early‑season slump with a 134‑114 road victory over the Denver Nuggets on Oct. 26, 2026. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg leads the way, posting 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists while shooting 12‑for‑13 from the line. Stephen Curry contributes a flawless 24‑point, 8‑for‑8 night, and the bench steps up as Al Horford hits 11 points on perfect three‑point shooting. Denver’s DeMar DeRozan sparks a late rally, but the Warriors’ 9‑0 third‑quarter run and strong play from Brandin Podziemski (18 points, +33 plus/minus) seal the win, marking the Warriors’ first triumph of the season.
A dominant performance by the pair of Stephen Curry and Yaxel Lendeborg helps the Warriors secure their first win of the season.
The Nuggets welcomed an 0-3 Warriors squad to Ball Arena for the late game on Monday night. Steph Curry and co. were in no mood to…
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In Yaxel Lendeborg, the Golden State Warriors may have finally found the young star they can have Stephen Curry pass the torch to for when his NBA career comes to an end. Lendeborg has been brilliant to start his NBA career, and he only seems to be getting better with each passing game. On Monday, […]
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