NHL Trade: Nashville Predators Acquires Shane Wright for Matthew Wood
Nashville and Seattle made a trade as the Predators acquired Shane Wright from the Kraken for Matthew Wood as two players get new starts.
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NFC Playoff Picture: Detroit Lions threatening for top seeds after Vikings win
After a dominant win over the Minnesota Vikings, the Detroit Lions move to 5‑2, sitting just a game behind the Vikings in the NFC North and climbing to the No. 2 spot in the Wild Card race. The Lions now hold the division’s best 2‑0 record against NFC rivals, but a Chicago Bears victory over Seattle on Monday could push the Bears ahead in overall win percentage. The NFC North remains historically competitive—every team is two games over .500 through Week 8. Meanwhile, the 49ers lead the conference at 6‑1, and the wild‑card field is tight with the Lions, Bears and Packers battling for the top three spots. A Week 15 Lions win in Minnesota could secure the division tiebreaker.
“Would Literally Call the Police”: Steelers Legend Antonio Brown Rips DK Metcalf After Embarrassing Game Against Browns
After a 27-6 loss to the Cleveland Browns, Steelers legend Antonio Brown blasted DK Metcalf on X, ridiculing the wide receiver’s multiple drops, including a crucial third‑quarter slip that turned a deep pass from Aaron Rodgers into an interception by Denzel Ward. Metcalf finished with just one catch for four yards on six targets, a stark drop from his 2025 season of 59 receptions and 850 yards. Former Steelers coach Todd Haley and NBC’s Eric Samulski also weighed in, while Rodgers remains confident they’ll sort out their chemistry during the upcoming bye week.
Chicago Bears News: Bears are in Seattle to face the Seahawks on MNF
The Chicago Bears travel to Seattle for Monday Night Football against the Seahawks. Seattle bolsters its O‑line after acquiring All‑Pro guard Quentin Nelson from the Colts, while Chicago adds former rival Jeffery Simmons to its defensive line. Both newcomers are expected to suit up, giving the Bears a fresh boost on defense as they aim for a win in the prime‑time showdown. The preview also notes key injuries, including Kyle Monangai out for Chicago, and highlights the broader rebuild of the Bears’ defense ahead of the game.
Predators’ Chris MacFarland breaks silence on Shane Wright trade
The Nashville Predators acquire former No. 4 overall pick Shane Wright from the Seattle Kraken, ending the winger's trade request saga. GM Chris MacFarland says Wright’s two‑way game will boost the Predators’ pace, though he has posted just four points in 14 games this season after 39 goals and 82 points in 170 Seattle outings. Nashville sent 21‑year‑old former first‑rounder Matthew Wood, who recorded 30 points in 2025‑26, to Seattle. The trade gives Wright a fresh start as the Predators prepare to face the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday.
Cole Young Wins Gold Glove in Sophomore M's Campaign
The Mariners' Cole Young has officially won the AL Gold Glove at second, beating out the Royals' Michael Massey and the White Sox' Chase Meidroth. For Young, it's a massive accomplishment. Is it a snub for the others? Well, that's complicated.
Chicago Bears Trade Deadline Rumors on Khalil Mack and Tyson Bagent
The trade deadline buzz centers on two Bears assets. Baltimore, reeling from Lamar Jackson’s IR move and Tyler Huntley’s turf‑toe injury, has reportedly contacted Chicago about backup quarterback Tyson Bagent, who earns $4 million and fits Ben Johnson’s system. Meanwhile, NFL insiders suggest the Bears may still be shopping defensive edge talent, with Jeffery Simmons already acquired and a possible Khalil Mack deal looming despite the Chargers’ 0‑7 start and Mack’s limited recent snap count. Chicago faces decisions before its Monday Night Football clash with Seattle and the November 10 deadline.
Cole Young wins first career Gold Glove at second base
Cole Young clinches his first Rawlings Gold Glove at second base, marking the Seattle Mariners' 45th team award and the franchise's first at the position since Brett Boone in 2004. The 22‑year‑old outpaced White Sox’s Chase Meidroth and Royals’ Michael Massey, leading AL second basemen with 16 Defensive Runs Saved and posting a .990 fielding percentage, the third‑best in Mariners history. Young appeared in a career‑high 160 games, anchoring an otherwise shaky infield. His win makes him only the third Mariner ever to earn a Gold Glove at second base and the second under‑22 recipient, joining Ken Griffey Jr. in that elite company.
NFC Playoff Picture with 2 games left in Week 8
With just two games left in Week 8, the NFC playoff picture is shaping up. The Seattle‑Chicago Monday night clash will decide who climbs—if the Seahawks win they jump to 7th and push the Bears to 8th; a Bears victory lifts them to 5th while Seattle falls to 9th. Meanwhile, the Eagles‑Commanders on Sunday night fight to escape the bottom. The current standings have the 49ers and Vikings leading at 6‑1, the Giants at 4‑2‑1, and the Lions and Bears tied at 5‑2 in the NFC‑North. The Packers sit 5‑3, with the Seahawks at 4‑3 and Rams at 4‑4 battling for the last playoff spots.
NFC Notes: Matthew Stafford, Michael Wilson, Cardinals, Rams, Seahawks
Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur praises rookie WR Michael Wilson for winning his one‑on‑one matchups and creating YAC, even without big stats, while a 2‑5 start could make DE Josh Sweat a trade candidate. Rams QB Matthew Stafford warns replacing Davante Adams won’t be easy, and Sean McVay highlights the balanced offense driven by a two‑back rotation of Blake Corum and Kyren Williams, noting the team’s quiet trade‑deadline posture. Meanwhile, the Seahawks’ GM John Schneider negotiates for G Quenton Nelson, leading to the benching of Anthony Bradford, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Trade! Kraken Send Shane Wright to Nashville for Matthew Wood
Months of trade rumors didn't yield a move sending Shane Wright out of town before the season started, but with the right offer sent their way, the Kraken finally moved on from the former top-five pick to acquire another young player needing a change of scenery.
Prayers pour in for Bears coach after unfortunate news
The Chicago Bears head into Monday Night Football against the Seattle Seahawks without linebackers coach Richard Smith, who stays behind in Chicago for undisclosed health reasons. Coach Kevin Koch will assume Smith's duties for the game, and fans have flooded social media with prayers for the 71‑year‑old veteran. Meanwhile, the Bears ride a two‑game winning streak, highlighted by a 30‑24 victory over the New England Patriots and quarterback Caleb Williams' 308‑yard, two‑TD performance in Week 7. The defense also gets a boost after acquiring four‑time Pro Bowler Jeffery Simmons from the Titans.
Kraken, Predators swap forwards in intriguing midseason trade
The Seattle Kraken trade 22‑year‑old center Shane Wright to the Nashville Predators for 21‑year‑old winger Matthew Wood in a one‑for‑one swap of former first‑round picks. Wright, the 2022 fourth‑overall pick, has logged just three goals and four points in 14 games this season after requesting a move, while Wood, the 2023 15th‑overall pick, posted 17 goals and 30 points last year but only one goal in 14 games so far. Both are in the final year of their entry‑level deals and will become restricted free agents in 2027, giving each club a fresh start and addressing depth needs.
Cascadia crashout: Sounders flop north of the border
Seattle’s slump continues in 5-1 loss to Vancouver.
‘Shell Of Himself’: Alex Smith Calls Out DK Metcalf’s Declining Play
After the Steelers' 27-6 home victory over the Browns on Sunday, former NFL quarterback and ESPN analyst Alex Smith bluntly criticizes wideout DK Metcalf, calling his recent play a "shell of himself" and blaming him for the team's lingering passing woes. Smith’s comments highlight concerns about Metcalf’s production as the Steelers seek to revitalize their aerial attack heading into the rest of the season.
AFC Notes: Jeffery Simmons, Jonathan Taylor, Colts, Titans
The Colts are navigating a rapid roster shake‑up, having traded G Quenton Nelson to Seattle and DT DeForest Buckner to the 49ers while fielding offers for RB Jonathan Taylor, though owner Carlie Irsay‑Gordon has given no trade guarantees. Coach Shane Steichen and teammates stress staying focused amid the "business" of the NFL. Meanwhile, the Titans, after fielding league‑wide interest in DT Jeffery Simmons—including a recent Bears offer tied to the Myles Garrett deal—opt to flip Simmons for draft capital to speed their rebuild, while also eyeing a potential WR Calvin Ridley trade before the deadline.
Grading the Predators and Kraken’s Shane Wright & Matthew Wood Trade
We’ve had some blockbuster trades to begin the 2026-27 NHL season. This isn’t that, but the Nashville Predators and Seattle Kraken linked up for an interesting change-of-scenery trade for two…
Post Match: A Sunday at the Park
The Vancouver Whitecaps ruthlessly dispatched the Seattle Sounders Sunday at BC Place, with a 5-1 win to emphatically finish off a 2026 sweep of the Caps’ Cascadia Cup rivals. You could have been forgiven for not realizing that Vancouver had locked up the number one spot in the Western Conference, as the Caps dominated from the opening whistle. Brian White bagged a brace, Ryan Gauld … Source
Jonathan Taylor Appears To Take One Final Shot At His Colts Teammates Before Expected Trade [VIDEO]
Amid swirling trade rumors, Jonathan Taylor delivers a final message to his Colts teammates after a crushing 42-7 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The running back, a 2020 second‑round pick, admitted the season will only get tougher and warned opponents they’ll be “foaming at the mouth.” Taylor recorded just 8 carries for 23 yards, 4 receptions for 24 yards and a fumble on Sunday, underscoring the team's struggles. With recent moves—Nelson to Seattle and Buckner to San Francisco—the Colts face a possible overhaul, and Taylor’s trade value is expected to exceed those recent deals.
NHL Trade Grades for Shane Wright-Matthew Wood Deal Between Kraken and Predators
Shane Wright's name has been on the NHL trade block for more than a year now, especially after he requested a trade out of Seattle early this past offseason.
Former Seahawks running back Dan Doornink has passed away
Former Seattle Seahawks running back Dan Doornink dies at 70. The Seahawks announced his passing on November 1, 2026. Doornink spent seven seasons in Seattle after a 1978 seventh‑round pick by the New York Giants, highlighted by a 123‑yard rushing performance in the 1984 Wild Card win over the Los Angeles Raiders and a touchdown catch in the following AFC Championship. He finished his NFL career with 3.5 yards per carry, 15 rushing and 11 receiving touchdowns. After football, Doornink earned a medical doctorate from UW and served as a physician in his hometown of Yakima, Washington.
Trade Deadline Tidbits: Do Seahawks Have Another Move Coming Before November 10?
Already landing a future Hall of Famer in Quenton Nelson, the Seahawks have been linked to other possible trades leading up the November 10 deadline. How does the landscape look for John Schneider and company with 10 days until the deadline?
Predators acquire Shane Wright from Kraken for Matthew Wood
The Predators and Kraken swap former first-round picks as Wright finally finds a change of scenery.
Kraken Send Shane Wright To The Predators In Exchange For Matthew Wood
The Seattle Kraken are trading Shane Wright to the Nashville Predators for Matthew Wood in a one-for-one deal.
Raiders-Jets: 17 things we learned
The Las Vegas Raiders snapped a four‑game skid with a 38‑33 comeback win over the New York Jets, evening their record at 4‑4 while the Jets fall to 2‑6. After trailing 23‑14 at halftime, Kirk Cousins led a second‑half surge, throwing three TDs and going perfect in the red zone, matching the league lead. Rookie Mike Washington rushed for 83 yards, and a 95‑yard kickoff return by Dylan Laube became the team's first kick‑return TD in 15 years. Despite a still‑struggling ground game and a defense that has allowed 30+ points in five straight contests, the Raiders now face tougher foes—49ers, Seahawks and Broncos—to stay playoff‑relevant.
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