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The Arizona Cardinals head to Seattle for their rubber‑match against the Seahawks without three key contributors. Offensive guards Jon Gaines and tackle Jayden Williams miss the game after Williams suffered a knee injury against Dallas and Gaines was sidelined by an ankle issue; both have been active earlier this season. Running back Bam Knight remains in concussion protocol, leaving Tyler Allgeier and Evan Hull as the primary rushers, with practice‑squad veterans Jermar Jefferson and Jerome Ford likely candidates for elevation. The Seahawks previously routed the Cardinals 31‑7 in Week 2, making the injury‑hit lineup a crucial storyline for this weekend’s contest.
Arizona Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur paid tribute to franchise legend Pat Tillman on what would have been Tillman's 50th birthday, wearing a maroon shirt emblazoned with Tillman's No. 40 jersey. The gesture, captured by Cardinals reporter Mark Dalton, honors Tillman's legacy as a hard‑hitting safety who left the NFL after 9/11 to serve as an Army Ranger and died in Afghanistan in 2004. LaFleur made the statement ahead of the Cardinals' upcoming game against Seattle, amid roster shifts such as Gardner Minshew's quarterback change and Jacoby Brissett's departure. Tillman's No. 40 remains retired and a statue stands at State Farm Stadium.
Arizona’s 26‑year‑old outfielder Corbin Carroll reveals his recent elbow NanoScope surgery—removing loose bodies—only addressed symptoms, not the deeper back problem that plagued his injury‑filled 2026 season. After a hamate procedure and elbow work, Carroll stole just 21 bases, down from 54 in 2023, and missed games in September due to back spasms. He expects to resume offseason hitting in early December, but a core and lower‑back program will be crucial before 2027. With Carroll’s health in doubt, the Diamondbacks intensify their offseason hunt for power, eyeing players like Kyle Stowers to bolster a first‑base offense that ranked last in MLB.
The Houston Rockets face the Phoenix Suns on April 7, 2026, gaining a schedule advantage after a three‑night stretch for Phoenix. Houston, fresh from a 5‑0 start then a 2‑2 slump, looks to rebound following a loss to Minnesota. With the Rockets owning Phoenix’s 2027 first‑round pick, the matchup carries extra stakes. Key players include Kevin Durant, Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, Devin Booker, and Miles Bridges, while the Rockets deal with Clint Capela (questionable) and Steven Adams (out); the Suns sit without Mark Williams, Rasheer Fleming, and Jordan Goodwin. Game tips at 8 p.m. CT on Space City Home Network.
For NFL Week 9 fantasy managers, streaming D/ST options hinge on matchups more than marquee names. The Seattle Seahawks rebound from a 34‑point, one‑sack loss to the Bears and face the Arizona Cardinals, offering a bounce‑back chance. The Houston Texans, coming off a 27‑point, 420‑yard night against the Chiefs, could exploit the winless Chargers but remain inconsistent. Denver’s Broncos, despite a modest 24‑point, 399‑yard effort versus Kansas City, showed a clutch fourth‑quarter stop and now meet the Panthers, keeping them viable. Lastly, the New York Giants, after a solid 21‑point, 237‑yard week versus Houston, target a struggling, injury‑hit Eagles squad for potential turnover upside. Each defense presents a distinct risk‑reward scenario for weekly streaming.
Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer says he’s hopeful that wide receiver George Pickens and cornerback Joey Porter Jr. will suit up for Sunday’s 12 p.m. clash with the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Both are listed as questionable after recent injuries – Pickens has been dealing with a hamstring and shoulder issue, while Porter hurt his ankle in the 33‑30 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Pickens was targeted four times against Arizona, finishing with two catches for 48 yards and 533 yards through eight games (14th in the NFL). The Cowboys also have several other players listed as limited or questionable as they finalize the roster for the game.
Dallas defensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer warns that the Cowboys are committing too many offsides penalties, pulling players from practice to address the issue. He distinguishes unavoidable pre‑snap infractions from unforced mistakes, citing defensive tackle Quinnen Williams’ recent 7 tackles and 2 sacks in the 33‑30 overtime loss to Arizona. Schottenheimer also critiques Rashan Gary’s late‑game roughing‑the‑passer call that helped the Cardinals tie and win. The team, now 3‑5, will face the Indianapolis Colts Sunday at noon on FOX, with coaches emphasizing stricter discipline to curb costly penalties.
Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer bluntly admits the offensive line fell short against the Arizona Cardinals, surrendering four sacks and managing just 93 rushing yards on 39 attempts in a 33‑30 overtime loss. He contrasts that with the unit’s 204‑yard ground game in the 38‑21 win over Philadelphia on Oct. 26, highlighting interior starters Tyler Smith, Cooper Beebe and Tyler Booker as needing to be dominant each week. Schottenheimer also outlines the team’s run‑first strategy, adjustments to play‑type, and warns of heavy blitz pressure from Indianapolis’ Lou Anarumo ahead of Sunday’s game.
Dallas Cowboys owner‑GM Jerry Jones tells 105.3 The Fan’s K&C Masterpiece that the team is “a lot more likely” to add talent than shed players before the NFL trade deadline on Tuesday at 3 p.m. CT. Despite a 3‑5 record and a 33‑30 OT loss to the Arizona Cardinals, Jones cites 18 months of roster changes—including the Micah Parsons trade, the acquisition of defensive tackles Kenny Clark and Quinnen Williams, and recent first‑round picks Caleb Downs and Malachi Lawrence—as proof the squad can improve without big cuts. He also downplays any impact from the upcoming game against the struggling Indianapolis Colts.
The Seattle Seahawks release RB Velus Jones Jr. and re‑sign him to the practice squad, opening a spot on their 53‑man roster ahead of Week 9 against the Arizona Cardinals. Jones, a veteran who posted 28 yards on nine carries before a hamstring injury sidelined him, became expendable with RBs Jadarian Price, Zach Charbonnet, Emanuel Wilson and George Holani returning. With seven players already on IR—including Leonard Williams, Quenton Nelson and Sam Darnold—the team may fill the vacancy with a linebacker or quarterback, having recently added QB Adrian Martinez and LB Jamie Sheriff to the practice squad. Final roster moves are expected Saturday.
Miles Bridges admitted he was initially caught off guard by the deal that split up him and point guard LaMelo Ball.
The Baltimore Ravens have completed a deal for veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett, sending a 2027 fourth-round and a 2028 seventh-round pick to the Arizona Cardinals while receiving Brissett and a 2027 fifth-round pick. Baltimore will owe Brissett $2.4 million, with part potentially deferred to 2027. To make room, the Ravens waived backup Austin Reed, who may return to the practice squad. Brissett will learn Declan Doyle’s system ahead of a Week 10 clash with the winless Los Angeles Chargers and is set to debut on Monday Night Football.
NFL insider Brian Baldinger blasts Dallas for trading Micah Parsons to Green Bay in 2025, calling it the “dumbest thing ever” after the Cowboys’ 31‑20 loss to the Cardinals. He argues the move left a massive pass‑rush void that still haunts a 3‑5 team struggling defensively. Dallas, now 2nd in the NFC East and 13th in the conference, faces the Indianapolis Colts in Week 9 on Nov. 8. Baldinger says the Cowboys should have secured Parsons long‑term instead of swapping him for Kenny Clark and other depth pieces.
DeForest Buckner says his return to the 49ers is all about chasing a Super Bowl, declaring "Super Bowl or bust" in a fresh ESPN interview. Meanwhile, the Arizona Cardinals shake up their quarterback room: Gardner Minshew earns the Week 9 starter spot after Jacoby Brissett’s exit, while rookie Carson Beck moves into the primary backup role. Both quarterbacks stress staying prepared and focused on teamwork, and head coach Mike LaFleur praises Beck’s readiness should he be called upon.
Jordan Goodwin has missed the Suns’ past two games after suffering an injury in the first half of Monday night’s loss to the Golden State Warriors.
Friday’s NFL moves see several roster changes: the Broncos cut DB Taylor Rapp, and the Seahawks release RB Velus Jones. The Eagles approve an injury settlement, freeing RB Dameon Pierce from IR. The Panthers shuffle the secondary, dropping practice‑squad DB Zion Childress and adding DB Jakorian Bennett. In a notable trade, the Cardinals send QB Jacoby Brissett and a 2027 fifth‑rounder to the Ravens for a 2027 fourth‑round pick and a 2028 seventh‑round pick, with the Ravens also swapping those same picks in the opposite direction and waiving QB Austin Reed. These transactions were posted on NFLTradeRumors.co on November 7, 2026.
The Cleveland Browns hosted workouts for five free agents on Friday, including RBs Ulysses Bentley and Elijah Tau‑Tolliver, and DBs Austin Brown, Darren Hall and Jerrick Reed. Hall, a former San Diego State starter and 2020 first‑team All‑MWC, has bounced between practice squads and brief stints with the Falcons, Colts, Cardinals and Commanders, most recently logging 21 tackles in 13 games for Arizona in 2025. The Browns are evaluating these players as they look to bolster depth amid the 2026 season.
Amid a injury‑hit start to the 2026‑27 season, Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Ajay Mitchell emerges as the team’s second‑leading scorer behind Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander. Mitchell is posting 17.8 points on 50.5% shooting, plus 4 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.4 steals per game, including a career‑high 30 points in a 125‑114 win over Phoenix. He’s scored 20+ points in four of the last five games, while Gilgeous‑Alexander poured 85 points in back‑to‑back victories versus Cleveland. Coach Mark Daigneault credits Mitchell’s offseason body work and aggressive, mistake‑free mindset for his rapid rise, noting his NBA‑ready talent despite never playing in the G League. The Thunder next face the Memphis Grizzlies in an NBA Cup matchup on Friday.
Carroll underwent a "minimally invasive NanoScope procedure" and doesn't expect his offseason plans to change much.
The Arizona Cardinals finally named veteran Gardner Minshew the starter after he sparked a 33‑30 overtime upset of the Dallas Cowboys, throwing 188 yards and three touchdowns in just two quarters. Coach Mike LaFleur bench‑ed struggling Jacoby Brissett, who was then traded to the Baltimore Ravens, and promoted Minshew for the upcoming game against the Seattle Seahawks. Rookie third‑round pick Carson Beck, who impressed in preseason with a 79% completion rate, remains the backup, and fans wonder when LaFleur will give him a chance. Both LaFleur and offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett say Beck is developing well, but the Cardinals stick with Minshew for now.
Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll reveals he had elbow surgery to remove loose bodies, using the NanoNeedle technique also employed on Tarik Skubal earlier this year. He aimed to resume swinging in November, but the offseason workout is delayed by just two weeks. Carroll expects an otherwise normal offseason despite the brief setback.
The Phoenix Suns snap a four‑game skid with a 117‑104 victory over the Orlando Magic, showcasing a complete 48‑minute performance they’ll need against West‑coast rivals Houston and San Antonio. Despite being out‑rebounded by 15 and taking 11 fewer free throws, Phoenix forces 25 turnovers (vs. 14 by Orlando) and shoots 50% from three (17‑of‑34) to compensate. Devin Booker leads with 30 points, 8 assists and 3 steals, while Dillon Brooks adds 24 points and Miles Bridges grabs 13 boards. The win highlights the Suns’ defensive intensity and three‑point efficiency, but the article warns that those advantages may vanish against stronger opponents, making rebounding and free‑throw shooting crucial for the upcoming back‑to‑back games.
The Buffalo Bills (6-1) eye the AFC crown but face a defensive crisis as they approach the Nov. 10 trade deadline. While Josh Allen's league‑leading 33.3 points per game fuels the offense, the team ranks 30th in pass defense. The article warns against chasing veteran edge rusher Khalil Mack, whose production has slipped to 3 sacks in seven games. Instead, it suggests targeting Arizona’s versatile Josh Sweat, who posted 3 sacks and 5 QB hits this season and could bolster a pass rush that currently relies heavily on Greg Rousseau.
Former NFL quarterback Jake Plummer heads a charity poker night at Papago Golf Club, raising funds for The Care Fund—an ASU‑backed program that helps families cover mortgage costs while a child undergoes medical treatment. The event, held Thursday, draws several ex‑ASU Cardinals and sponsors like Tim Hovik’s San Tan Ford, which donates an F‑150 as a prize. Organizers hope the Snake Pit Poker Challenge becomes an annual fundraiser, expanding its impact for families in need.