The Baltimore Ravens officially acquire QB Jacoby Brissett from the Arizona Cardinals, sending a 2027 fourth‑rounder and a 2028 seventh‑rounder while receiving a 2027 fifth‑round pick in return. Brissett, 33, had been demoted to third‑string in Arizona after a 2026 season of 1,719 yards, 10 TDs and seven interceptions. Baltimore seeks depth after Lamar Jackson lands on IR and Tyler Huntley suffers a season‑ending injury. The trade includes undisclosed draft compensation and a $2.7 million signing‑bonus conversion of Brissett’s salary.
Devin Booker is looking more like himself as the Suns held an opponent below 120 points for just the second time this season.
During the Warriors’ 116-113 win over the Phoenix Suns, veteran Draymond Green clashes with Phoenix’s Dillon Brooks after a third‑quarter scuffle that saw Green throw Suns center Khaman Maluach to the floor and get ejected. Brooks claims he tried to “de‑escalate,” but Green — speaking on his podcast — calls the excuse nonsense, noting Brooks shoved him shoulder‑to‑shoulder instead of calming the situation. Both received technical fouls, and Curry and rookie Brandin Podziemski say the incident sparked extra motivation. The feud remains unresolved as Green challenges Brooks to own his reputation.
The Arizona Cardinals, fresh off an overtime win against the Dallas Cowboys, have named Gardner Minshew the starting quarterback after trading Jacoby Brissett to the Ravens. With Minshew aiming to secure the Cardinals' first victory over the Seattle Seahawks since 2021, the blog predicts a pivotal game that could spark a season turnaround. Links include analysis of the Cardinals' offensive challenges and recent player performances, plus broader NFL news on the Jaguars' win over the Ravens and trade speculation.
As Week 9 approaches, ClutchPoints highlights four RBs worth streaming on the waiver wire. Arizona's Tyler Allgeier exploded for 191 scrimmage yards and two TDs after injury‑boosted opportunities, while Denver's Jonah Coleman posted a game‑winning TD and a growing 24‑carry workload over the last two weeks. Giants' Devin Singletary snapped a 41‑yard, one‑TD effort on just five carries and could see more work if injuries persist, and Houston's Woody Marks logged 19 carries despite modest output, offering volume for deeper leagues. Allgeier and Coleman emerge as the top immediate picks, with Singletary and Marks as secondary options.
The Seahawks enter Week 9 battling a crisis at quarterback. Starting QB Sam Darnold remains out with injury, and backup Drew Lock, who has been sidelined by an elbow issue, says his arm is improving but his availability is still uncertain. With both options in doubt, rookie Jalen Milroe could see his first start against the Arizona Cardinals as Seattle sits at 4‑4. The article also notes broader injury concerns and the team’s need to solidify the offensive line under OC Brian Fleury as the NFC wild‑card race heats up.
The Seattle Seahawks suffered a 34-17 loss to the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football, and guard Grey Zabel takes responsibility for the defeat. Zabel explains that his recent move from left to right guard—prompted by the Seahawks’ acquisition of Quenton Nelson on Oct. 27—was the toughest transition of his career. He credits Bears defensive end Jeffery Simmons, who posted six tackles and a sack, for exploiting Seattle’s line. With Nelson nursing a knee injury and six starters out of practice, Zabel’s role could shift again as Seattle looks to snap its 4-4 start in Week 9 against the Cardinals.
Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott hails rookie center Oso Ighodaro after the Suns' 117‑104 victory over the Orlando Magic on Thursday. Ott praised Ighodaro’s passing and elite defense, noting his stat line of 2 points, 1 assist, 5 rebounds (2 offensive, 3 defensive), a block and a +7 plus‑minus in 24 minutes as a starter. The coach’s comments underscore Ighodaro’s growing impact on both ends of the floor.
The Phoenix Suns had a chance to do something special with Kevin Durant. The Houston Rockets are showing them where they went wrong.
Week 8 of the NFL sees several former Syracuse Orange making their mark. Kevin Jobity Jr. records his first sack (the team's seventh) on Steelers' Deshaun Watson, while Andre Szmyt goes 2‑for‑2 on field goals for the Browns, improving to 16‑18 this season. Garrett Williams appears in just eight snaps for the Cardinals’ win over Dallas, and Oronde Gadsden tallies five catches for 52 yards in the Chargers’ loss to the Rams. Practice‑squad players like Dan Villari (Rams) and Enrique Cruz Jr. (49ers) remain inactive, and several alumni sit out due to injury or bye weeks.
The Seahawks face a quarterback crisis ahead of Sunday’s game against the Arizona Cardinals. starter Sam Darnold is out with a cracked rib and a right quad injury sustained against Chicago, leaving veteran Drew Lock as the likely starter. Lock, still nursing an elbow issue, has only limited practice reps, while backup Jalen Milroe is slated as emergency QB and Adrian Martinez sits on the practice squad as a third option. In Week 2, Lock stepped in for Darnold and threw three TDs in a 31‑7 win over the Cardinals, highlighting his potential impact despite recent health concerns.
Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker, a two‑time All‑Pro and Pro Bowl player, is back on trade radar as the NFL deadline approaches. Despite a three‑year, $54 million extension (the biggest third contract for a safety) that keeps him through 2027, his frustration with the Cardinals’ losing streak could tempt suitors. ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler cites the Buffalo Bills and Jacksonville Jaguars as possible buyers, noting Baker’s 51 tackles, 3.5 sacks, one interception and four passes defended in eight games this season – a career high in sacks. No trade request has been filed, so any deal would have to materialize quickly before Tuesday’s deadline.
Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold, who posted a 10‑TD/9‑INT line in seven games as the Seahawks sit 4‑4, is ruled out for Week 9 against the Arizona Cardinals with a quad injury sustained in the 34‑17 loss to Chicago. Coach Mike Macdonald says Darnold will be week‑to‑week but not placed on IR; Drew Lock will start despite an elbow issue, while backup Jalen Milroe is ready. Darnold also plays through a cracked rib and earlier glute problems. The injury adds pressure on his $100.5 million contract as Seattle contemplates his future before a $10 M roster bonus hits in the new league year.
The Phoenix Suns snapped a four‑game losing streak on Nov. 5, 2026, beating the Orlando Magic 105‑75 before a late 25‑10 run narrowed the margin. A hot shooting night—17‑of‑30 from three (56.7%)—and a more engaged defense helped, with Devin Booker leading the way (30 points, 8 assists, 3 steals) while wearing a headband that sparked fan jokes. Coach Jordan Ott’s adjustments showed promise, but the team’s weak‑side rotations still need work as they sit 2‑5 early in the season. The win offers a hopeful foundation, though consistency remains the ultimate test.
After being called a “big dummy” by Warriors forward Draymond Green on his podcast, former NBA center Kendrick Perkins fires back, labeling Green a “liability more than an asset.” Perkins criticizes Green’s early‑season production—just 3 points on 38.1% shooting in nine games—and questions his defensive credibility following a recent ejection against the Phoenix Suns. The heated exchange, aired on the Road Trippin’ Show and ESPN’s First Take, also challenges how Green uses his platform. With Green’s role under scrutiny, the feud spotlights whether his on‑court impact justifies his outspoken persona.
The Cardinals head into Sunday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks with a new starter at quarterback—Gardner Minshew—while rookie Carson Beck backs him up. Seattle hits the headlines as starting QB Sam Darnold is ruled out with a quadriceps and rib injury, leaving Drew Lock limited. Arizona also deals with several absences, including Walter Nolen (ankle) and Bam Knight (concussion). Both teams list multiple players on limited or no participation lists, underscoring the growing injury toll as the season reaches mid‑November.
Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott praised his team's defensive activity and communication after a 117-104 win over the Orlando Magic ended a four-game losing streak.
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After an 0‑3 start, Stephen Curry says head coach Steve Kerr’s “stick with the process” talk sparked Golden State’s turnaround. Kerr reminded the team of film insights and the close margins in early losses, like the final minutes against Memphis. The Warriors have since racked up six straight wins, including a 120‑100 victory over Miami, with Curry scoring 29 points and rookie Yaxel Lendeborg adding 17. Wins over Denver, Minnesota, the Lakers, Clippers, Suns and Heat lift the squad to 6‑3 as they prepare to host Orlando and New Orleans.
Devin Booker scored 30 points as the Phoenix Suns snapped a four-game losing streak with a 117-104 win over the Orlando Magic on Thursday, November 5.
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The Golden State Warriors dethroned the Phoenix Suns 120-100 to earn their sixth straight victory on Thursday night.
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Any way the Suns could get a win Thursday was going to be a big exhale, and they did so with a comfortable blowout.
Orlando’s turnover woes continue as the Magic committed 25 miscues against a Phoenix Suns squad that ranks last in defensive rating, turning those errors into 36 points and a 117-104 defeat—their third straight loss. Despite a strong rebounding effort (15 offensive rebounds, 13 by Wendell Carter Jr., eight by Franz Wagner, seven by Anthony Black) and a 15‑rebound advantage, the Magic’s ball security faltered, compounded by 11 missed free throws. With the NBA’s fourth‑worst turnover rate heading into a four‑game West Coast stretch, the lack of possession control threatens their East‑bound aspirations.
The Phoenix Suns dethroned the Orlando Magic 117-104 to snap their four-game losing streak on Thursday night.
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Devin Booker scores 30 points as the Phoenix Suns beat a short‑handed Orlando Magic 117‑104 on Nov. 5, improving to 2‑5 on the season. Despite missing key players, the Magic outrebounded Phoenix but turned the ball over 25 times, while Phoenix knocked down 17 threes. Booker added 8 assists and 3 steals, Dillon Brooks contributed 24 points, and Miles Bridges tallied 18 points with 13 rebounds. The Suns built a 23‑point lead by the third quarter and held off a late Magic push to secure the win.
The Phoenix Suns earned a much-needed victory over the Orlando Magic behind the offensive masterclass of Devin Booker.