Dallas offensive lineman Tyler Smith admits the Cowboys blew a chance to seal a 33-30 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Nov. 5, after a missed on‑side kick recovery and a three‑and‑out in the final seconds. Smith says his own lack of execution and communication in practice carried over to the game, stressing the need for intentional practice, consistency and accountability among teammates. He highlighted missed calls in practice, the impact of his ankle‑limiting injury, and the importance of moving past the loss to focus on the upcoming Colts matchup. Smith, a 2022 first‑round pick and three‑time Pro Bowler, urges the team to learn and improve before Sunday’s game at noon CT on FOX.
CeeDee Lamb says the Dallas Cowboys’ 3‑5 roster is one of the best he's ever played on, despite the rough start. The 2023 First‑Team All‑Pro wideout, now in his seventh season, points to the depth of talent and urges teammates to block out the record and stay selfless. Lamb leads the league with 92 targets, 60 catches for 709 yards and six TDs. Offensive lineman Tyler Smith adds the squad has the potential to be the league’s best if they execute. The Cowboys aim to rebound before their bye week ahead of a Sunday matchup at Indianapolis.
Dak Prescott tells the Dallas Cowboys that consistency, not hype, will set the locker‑room tone as the team sits 3‑5 after a 33‑30 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals. The veteran quarterback emphasizes leading by example, shutting down negativity, and maintaining a grateful work ethic. Fellow leaders Von Miller, CeeDee Lamb and others echo the sentiment, stressing daily effort and accountability. With practice at The Star completed, Dallas prepares for a Sunday showdown at the Indianapolis Colts, kickoff at noon CT on FOX.
CeeDee Lamb and Dak Prescott stress that every remaining game is a must‑win for the 3‑5 Dallas Cowboys, who aim to shed their early‑season slump. After a 33‑30 OT loss to Arizona, Dallas has nine contests left, opening against the Indianapolis Colts Sunday at noon on FOX. Both players say the team can’t worry about standings until they secure victories, with Lamb insisting each matchup is a ‘must‑win’ and Prescott welcoming the pressure as a privilege. Offensive lineman Tyler Smith adds the NFC East remains open, noting a win over the Colts could kickstart a divisional push. Upcoming key games include a Nov. 15 home date vs. the 49ers and Thanksgiving against the Eagles.
Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott calls the Cowboys' recent blitz woes "anomalies" after a 33-30 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Nov. 5. He says the offense executed the game plan against pressure except for one play, and cites improvements made since the Tampa Bay game, including new protection keys. Coach Brian Schottenheimer stresses that pass protection is a team responsibility, while CeeDee Lamb and lineman Tyler Smith highlight collective blitz‑pickup efforts in practice. The Cowboys aim to showcase these fixes when they face the Indianapolis Colts Sunday at noon CT on FOX.
Buffalo Bills could add safety Nick Cross before the November 10 trade deadline. The 25‑year‑old, a 2022 third‑round pick from Maryland, logged 146 tackles, three interceptions and five pass breakups in his breakout 2024 season with Indianapolis and posted 120 tackles and a sack last year. In 2026 he splits his snaps between the box, free safety and slot corner for Washington, recording 22 tackles and four TFLs in four games while allowing only 69 yards on 10 of 11 targets. A mid‑fourth‑round pick and $1.8 M cap hit for 2026 would fit Buffalo’s $4 M space, making Cross a low‑risk, high‑upside defensive upgrade.
The 49ers are exploring wide receiver options by the NFL trade deadline. Experts identify Jets' Adonai Mitchell, Colts' Josh Downs and Titans' Calvin Ridley.
In Week 9, the Indianapolis Colts could be looking exactly as Chris Ballard envisioned before the season when he was building the team.
The blog breaks down the stats for the upcoming Cowboys‑Colts clash. Dallas (3‑5) saw Dak Prescott post 195 passing yards, one TD and a 96.2 rating, but the line allowed four sacks and rookie Javonte Williams managed just 56 yards on 24 carries (2.3 YPC). The receiving trio combined for 144 yards. Indianapolis (2‑6) is reeling after a 42‑7 loss to Jacksonville; Daniel Jones threw for 144 yards with two interceptions and three sacks, while Jonathan Taylor recorded a season‑low 23 rushing yards. The Colts’ defense has given up 366 yards and six TDs, ranking near the bottom in rush defense. The author argues Dallas must diversify its run game against a weak Colts front to revive its offense.
Colts head coach Shane Steichen confirms that both LB Akeem Davis‑Gaither and CB Justin Walley are sidelined with knee injuries for Week 9 against Dallas. Rookie LB CJ Allen steps in for Davis‑Gaither and will wear the green dot. Davis‑Gaither, a former 2020 fourth‑round pick, has logged 65 tackles, three TFLs and a pass deflection in eight games this season after a journeyman stint with the Bengals, Cardinals and a recent one‑year deal with Indianapolis.
The New York Giants, sitting 4-2-1 atop the NFC East in Week 9, are eyeing a trade to boost their backfield before the Nov. 10 deadline. While a Jonathan Taylor deal from the Colts could cost a first‑round pick, insiders suggest the Giants might pivot to a more realistic target: Jets running back Breece Hall. Hall, coming off a three‑year, $43.5 million extension and a recent dip in playing time, could be moved for a third‑round pick, giving New York a 1,000‑yard rusher who also contributes in the passing game. The article weighs Hall versus other options like Tony Pollard or Derrick Henry.
Cowboys offensive line coach Brian Schottenheimer publicly criticized three interior linemen—Tyler Smith, Cooper Beebe and Tyler Booker—after their unit fell apart in a 33‑30 OT loss to Arizona. The line, which helped the team log 416 total yards and a 204‑yard rushing night from Javonte Williams against Philadelphia, managed only 93 rushing yards (2.4 yd/ carry) versus the Cardinals. Schottenheimer said the group wasn’t “good enough” and stressed that the team’s offensive pride is at stake. With Dallas sitting 3‑5 and averaging 342 yards per game, the line’s performance will be under the microscope again when they host the Colts on Nov 8.
A looming NFL trade deadline buzz centers on Colts star RB Jonathan Taylor, but insider Gary Myers reports owner Carlie Irsay‑Gordon is reluctant to move him after his two‑year, $44 million extension (including $39 million guaranteed through 2028). Unlike recent trades of guard Quenton Nelson and DT DeForest Buckner, Taylor’s contract makes a midseason deal costly, requiring the Giants—or suitors like the Vikings or Broncos—to offer a premium second‑round pick, a future fourth‑rounder, and a rookie‑level player. The trade talk remains unsettled as the deadline approaches.
The trade market for Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor is taking shape as Tuesday's deadline draws closer.
The Denver Broncos, 6-2 and leading the AFC West, are eyeing a running back upgrade before the Nov. 10 trade deadline. While Indianapolis Colts star Jonathan Taylor appears attractive, insiders say the price could be a first‑round pick plus multiple mid‑rounders, mirroring the McCaffrey deal. Former NFL insider Jason La Canfora argues Baltimore Ravens veteran Derrick Henry is a better fit: he matches Sean Payton‑inspired offensive schemes, pairs well with Bo Nix in pistol sets, and carries only an $11 million base salary for one season versus Taylor’s $25 million over two years. Henry’s five Pro Bowls and locker‑room leadership add extra value, making him the Broncos’ preferred target if Taylor falls through.
There is speculation that the 49ers might have interest in Colts running back Jonathan Taylor. It's unlikely, but there's a way in which it could work.
With the NFL trade deadline looming on Nov. 10, Packers GM Brian Gutekunst faces pressure to break the franchise’s historic draft‑first approach. Insider Bill Huber urges Green Bay to swing for a blockbuster, pointing to a possible deal for Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor or a bold offensive‑line trade for Eagles center Landon Dickerson. The Packers have hovered between contender and playoff‑miss this season, and many fans see a big acquisition as the missing piece to end their championship drought. The article outlines these rumors and the clear directive for Green Bay to get aggressive before the deadline.
The Dallas Cowboys head to Indianapolis on Sunday, 2026, for their first meeting with the Colts since 2018. Both teams sit in the NFC and AFC South doldrums—Dallas at 3-5 after a 33-30 OT loss to Arizona, and Indianapolis at 2-6 following a defeat by Jacksonville and a season of roster churn. Coach Brian Schottenheimer’s squad must beat a de‑gunned Colts team to keep any playoff hopes alive, echoing the 2018 23-0 shutout loss that also featured former Cowboys staff Matt Eberflus now with the 49ers. A win could spark a rare streak before Thanksgiving.
The Kansas City Chiefs, sitting 4‑0 and atop the AFC West, are eyeing a wide receiver upgrade before the NFL trade deadline. New intel from Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer suggests Indianapolis Colts receiver Josh Downs could cost Kansas City a fourth‑round pick, while veteran Calvin Ridley from the Tennessee Titans might be acquired for a sixth‑rounder. Downs, a 2023 third‑rounder in the final year of his rookie deal, offers youth and a potential Mahomes connection, whereas Ridley brings three 1,000‑yard seasons but a steeper salary and age at 31. The Chiefs aim to add impact talent without surrendering early‑round picks.
Jonathan Taylor is reportedly ready to be traded before the NFL deadline on Nov. 10, with the New York Giants and Minnesota Vikings leading the chase. Insider James Palmer says the Colts will entertain offers that meet their price, and both teams have been "very aggressive" in talks. Other potential bidders include the Broncos and Packers, but the Vikings are positioned as the most aggressive suitor to boost their backfield for a playoff push. Taylor’s game‑changing, every‑down skill set makes him a coveted asset as teams look to strengthen their ground game ahead of the postseason.
Fox forces most of the country to watch a Week 9 national broadcast of the Dallas Cowboys vs. Indianapolis Colts, while higher‑profile matchups like the Rams‑Commanders and Giants‑Eagles are limited to regional markets. The article criticizes the network for prioritizing the Cowboys brand despite their recent mediocre performance and the Colts’ rebuild, noting that top announcers Joe Davis and Greg Olsen are relegated to a regional game. In contrast, CBS’s national pick—Jets vs. Chiefs—offers a more compelling contest.
A fresh trade‑price update on Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor could benefit both the Minnesota Vikings and Denver Broncos, who sit atop the NFC North and AFC West ahead of Week 10. Sources say Taylor now may cost a first‑round pick or a package similar to the 49ers‑Panthers deal (2023 second‑, third‑, fourth‑rounders and a 2024 fifth‑rounder). That aligns with the Vikings’ extra third‑round and possible fifth‑/sixth‑round picks, and Denver’s compensatory fourth‑rounder, allowing them to bid without hurting next‑year roster building. Salary‑cap fit remains the final hurdle.
The NFL trade deadline buzz centers on the Packers and Giants eyeing Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, while Green Bay also scouts the offensive line, possibly targeting veteran Landon Dickerson. The Jets, despite a crowded backfield, rule out trading wideout Garrett Wilson and favor a Hall‑Allen committee. Giants coach John Harbaugh pushes for upgrades, including a failed bid for DT Jeffrey Simmons, and remains active on the Taylor market and interior‑DL needs. Meanwhile, Jacksonville’s wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr., a 2024 Pro Bowl pick, sees his snap count dip and is expected to be moved by Tuesday, with the Commanders, Chiefs and Steelers showing interest. No trades are confirmed yet, but the deadline looms.
What's the asking price Colts' running back Jonathan Taylor?
The Indianapolis Colts might still trade Jonathan Taylor, but that seems less likely because of something Indy did to itself.