Lions Reportedly Contact Colts About Cornerback
The Detroit Lions have reportedly contacted Indianapolis about former Pro Bowl cornerback Charvarius Ward, but a recent injury could complicate a potential deal.
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The Detroit Lions have reportedly contacted Indianapolis about former Pro Bowl cornerback Charvarius Ward, but a recent injury could complicate a potential deal.
With the NFL trade deadline looming at 3 p.m. Arrowhead time, the Kansas City Chiefs face their last chance to add a player beyond free‑agency. Rumors link the Chiefs to wide receivers Josh Downs (Colts) and Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars), with a fourth‑round pick potentially the price for Downs. Insider Ian Rapoport notes the Chiefs have pursued Thomas since last year, while Jeremy Fowler says Kansas City is "lurking" for a receiver. Meanwhile, former Chiefs star Tyreek Hill remains unsigned but ready to play in November. The article also lists recent league‑wide trades, underscoring the deadline’s urgency for Chiefs GM Brett Veach.
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The Dallas Cowboys beat the Indianapolis Colts but still face major injury questions ahead of their Sunday showdown with the 7‑1 San Francisco 49ers. Wide receiver George Pickens (hamstring) and cornerback Joey Porter Jr. (foot) remain doubtful, with EVP Stephen Jones saying the team will "see how the week goes," while running back Tyler Goodson's knee injury looks likely to sideline him for an extended period. Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer praised the defensive effort despite a late 55‑yard touchdown, and quarterback Dak Prescott highlighted the win’s importance. The Cowboys enter the game 4‑5, hoping to stay alive in the playoff race.
The Dallas Cowboys snap a losing streak with a 27‑23 Week 9 win over the Indianapolis Colts, but co‑owner Stephen Jones publicly calls linebacker DeMarvion Overshown’s late‑game unsportsmanlike‑conduct penalty ‘unacceptable.’ After Overshown, who was sidelined with injuries, ran onto the field to celebrate a forced fumble, officials tacked a 15‑yard penalty that nearly jeopardized the victory. Jones lambasted the penalty and the team’s 14 total fouls, demanding more discipline. Overshown has appeared in just three games this season, tallying 20 tackles, an interception and a forced fumble.
The Patriots sit at last season’s loss total but still vie for an AFC playoff spot, hampered by early‑season injuries. With the NFL trade deadline looming on Nov. 10 at 4 p.m. ET, New England may pursue a roster overhaul, adding targets like A.J. Brown, Jaylen Reed, Corey Kiner or Walter Rouse, or offloading players as in 2025. Recent rumors include Colts interest in WR Josh Downs, a former teammate of QB Drake Maye, while All‑Pro guard Quenton Nelson heads to Seattle for a 2027 third‑round and 2028 fifth‑round pick. The tracker will update as deals develop.
Adam Schefter reports that the Indianapolis Colts have submitted a trade offer for Steelers wide receiver Josh Downs that includes at least a fourth‑round draft pick, pushing Pittsburgh’s asking price higher than expected.
The Dallas Cowboys squeak past the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, thanks to a wave of breakout performances. Rookie safety Caleb Downs seals the win with a game‑ending interception, adds a sack, two passes defensed and three tackles. Interior defensive standout Quinnen Williams disrupts the Colts’ attack, while Rashan Gary records his second sack, six tackles and two tackles for loss. Offensively, Tyler Goodson averages 6.4 yards per carry for 77 yards and Brevyn Spann‑Ford scores a clutch fourth‑down touchdown. Ryan Flournoy steps up as WR2 after George Pickens goes inactive, providing a critical late spark. Coach Brian Schottenheimer draws criticism for a risky trick play, but the overall effort earns a hard‑won win.
The Indianapolis Colts suffered another critical loss in Week 9, but Josh Downs has looked worse and worse every week.
The Dallas Cowboys clinched a 27-23 win over the Indianapolis Colts thanks to a crucial fourth‑quarter play by rookie Ryan Flourney. After CeeDee Lamb’s costly fumble, Flourney delivered a game‑saving catch and quipped, “I was made for this,” according to a viral X post. Dak Prescott praised the team’s resilience, while ESPN’s Dan Graziano warned against aggressive trade‑deadline moves, citing the young defense’s growing pains. The article captures the key moment, scores, and upcoming strategic concerns for the Cowboys.
The NFL trade deadline tracker reveals a flurry of moves as the deadline approaches. Edge rusher Will McDonald IV demands a trade out of the Jets after losing his snap to Kingsley Enagbare and rookie Joseph Ossai. Colts quarterback Daniel Jones stays put despite rumors and a lost season. The Falcons ship All‑Pro safety Jessie Bates to Jacksonville for a 2027 second‑round and 2028 fifth‑round pick, with Atlanta covering most of his 2026 salary. Jacksonville also acquires DT Davon Godchaux from the Saints, a former Packers pre‑draft visitor. Meanwhile, the Lions add safety Andre Cisco from the Jets for a 2028 sixth‑rounder. Rumors swirl about Packers interest in running backs and defensive linemen, with the Giants, Vikings and Jaguars eyeing DT Moro Ojomo.
The Indianapolis Colts refuse to trade quarterback Daniel Jones despite multiple teams' interest ahead of the NFL trade deadline. After a 27-23 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Nov. 8, Jones has 1,542 passing yards, five TDs and ten interceptions through eight games this season, down from his 2025 production. He remains under a two‑year, $88 million contract signed in March 2026, with $10.51 million guaranteed if he stays on the roster through March 2027. The decision comes as the Colts search for a new general manager following Chris Ballard’s October 19 departure, while recent moves saw All‑Pro guard Quenton Nelson and DT DeForest Buckner dealt away. The incoming GM will reassess Jones’ deal for 2027.
Running back Jonathan Taylor, who has amassed 656 yards and eight touchdowns in the Colts' first nine games of the 2026 season, delivers an emotional press conference after a 27‑23 loss to Dallas. While his contract runs through 2028, Indianapolis’ five‑game skid and a front‑office roster teardown have sparked intense trade talk. Taylor praised Indianapolis and said he’s grateful, but he hasn’t requested a move and wants to keep competing. With the Nov. 10 deadline looming, the Colts must decide if their offensive cornerstone fits a rebuilding timeline.
The Dallas Cowboys, now 4-5 after a late‑game win over the Colts, remain in the NFC East race but head coach Brian Schottenheimer’s future is uncertain. After a 33-30 overtime loss to the Cardinals on Nov. 1, owner Jerry Jones defended the coach, blaming the players. An anonymous NFL executive told The Athletic that former Steelers coach Mike Tomlin could be a candidate if Dallas opens a vacancy, suggesting Jones might finally cede control. Yet Tomlin’s contentment at NBC, his aversion to distractions, and Jones’s hands‑on ownership style make the Tomlin‑Dallas move seem unlikely.
A decision to keep Daniel Jones could help the Miami Dolphins by preventing the Colts from handing the Jets an even better shot at the No. 1 pick.
The Dallas Cowboys' unsightly win over the Indianapolis Colts in Week 9 served as proof that this team learned nothing from their loss to the Arizona Cardinals.
The Dallas Cowboys edge the Indianapolis Colts 27-23 in Week 9, staving off a second‑half collapse. CeeDee Lamb shines with 10 catches for 195 yards and a touchdown, breaking the NFL record for most receptions before age 28, despite a questionable fumble. Dallas struggles with discipline, racking up 14 penalties that nearly cost them the game, while controversial calls target Lamb. The defense leans on luck, capitalizing on two key Colts turnovers—a fumble by DT Quinnen Williams and an interception by rookie Caleb Downs—to clinch the win. The blog now looks ahead to a showdown with the 49ers.
Giants coach John Harbaugh says quarterback JJ McCarthy should be cleared for Thursday Night Football against Washington after a scary hip-pointer hit by Eagles linebacker Zack Baun Sunday. Despite the injury, McCarthy returned in the fourth quarter to help New York secure a 19‑11 win over Philadelphia. The Giants now face a three‑game stretch, starting at home vs. the Commanders on Nov. 12, followed by games against Jacksonville (Nov. 22) and Indianapolis (Nov. 29).
After a 19-11 win over the Eagles exposed the Giants' struggling ground game—just 80 rushing yards with Devin Singletary averaging 1.5 yards per carry—the blog argues New York must make a bold trade for RB Jonathan Taylor. It proposes a “Godfather” offer of a 2027 first‑, third‑ and fourth‑round pick to the Colts, up from the earlier second‑ and fifth‑round proposal. Taylor’s two‑year, $44 million extension keeps him under contract through 2028, giving the Giants a potential long‑term boost to their rushing attack, play‑action and lead protection. The article also outlines why Indianapolis would value the first‑rounder and cautions the Giants to set medical and financial conditions.
The Dallas Cowboys, now 4-5 after a 27-23 win over the Colts, are eyeing a crucial move before the Nov. 10 trade deadline. With a revamped defense that includes Joey Porter Jr. and Quinnen Williams, the team still lacks elite edge pressure. New York Jets defensive end Will McDonald IV, a 2023 first‑round pick who posted 10.5 sacks in 2024 but is buried on the depth chart this season, has requested a trade. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport says the Jets haven’t opened negotiations, but several teams, including Dallas, are interested. Acquiring McDonald could give the Cowboys the extra pass‑rusher they need without sacrificing future draft capital, potentially tipping the NFC East race in their favor.
The Indianapolis Colts may or may not trade Jonathan Taylor, but the running back is emotionally prepared if a move occurs.
The Patriots suffered a humiliating defeat to the Packers in Week 9, trailing only 10‑0 at halftime before Green Bay exploded in the third quarter. Drake Maye struggled, and New England’s defense delivered its worst performance of the season, with cornerback Christian Gonzalez surrendering over 80 yards to two receivers—Matthew Golden and Christian Watson—who combined for 187 yards. The loss underscores the Patriots’ gap from AFC contenders and raises doubts about their playoff prospects despite a possible 10‑7 finish. Fans note the only bright spot was the concurrent Colts‑Cowboys coverage, but overall the game was a “complete disaster” for New England.
Transaction time is fully upon us.
The Tennessee Titans sit at No. 2 in the 2027 NFL Draft, while winless Los Angeles Chargers hold the top slot after Week 9. The Titans outrank the Miami Dolphins thanks to a softer strength of schedule, though the Dolphins are favored to leapfrog them for the No. 1 pick if they win key games, including their Week 16 matchup against the Chargers. Meanwhile, the Indianapolis Colts, Philadelphia Eagles, New York Jets and Washington Commanders each sit at 2‑2, with the Commanders behind the Jets due to a tie with the Giants. The article breaks down how weekly results and schedule strength could shuffle the draft order before season’s end.
Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk hires Drew Rosenhaus as his new agent on Nov. 2 and seeks reinstatement with the San Francisco 49ers, filing paperwork for a November 6 review. The 49ers face a tough decision: keep Aiyuk, who owes about $13 million in bonus forfeiture and would cost a prorated $26.015 million salary, or release him to free up resources amid a depleted WR corps heading into Week 9 against the Raiders. Coach Kyle Shanahan offers no clear stance, and analysts suggest Aiyuk may be cut and sign elsewhere, with teams like the Chiefs, Colts, and Bills as possible destinations. A reinstatement is not guaranteed and would require commissioner approval.