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Ahead of the Week 9 showdown with the New York Giants, Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni deliberately postpones the quarterback decision to keep the opponent guessing. While Tanner McKee was the early favorite, Joe Milton III now leads the race to start in Jalen Hurts’ absence. The Eagles sit at 2‑6 and view a division win as a catalyst for a late‑season surge toward the playoffs.
The Eagles swap Tanner McKee for Joe Milton ahead of a Sunday showdown with the New York Giants at Lincoln Financial Field, but analysts doubt Milton can reverse Philadelphia’s six‑game skid. Giants coach John Harbaugh’s squad, now 4‑2‑1 and three‑point favorites, boasts a top‑10 pass defense and fresh from a bye. Meanwhile, Eagles coach Nick Sirianni struggles without playmakers like DeVonta Smith, and the offense ranks near the league bottom in three‑and‑outs. Predictions from five experts uniformly favor New York, with projected scores ranging from 23‑16 to 30‑10, citing the Giants’ defensive strength and the Eagles’ stagnant attack.
The New York Giants have reached out to the Baltimore Ravens to gauge the trade market for veteran running back Justice Hill, according to Adam Schefter. The 28‑year‑old, a 2019 fourth‑round pick, currently has a two‑year, $4.5 million contract and has logged 240 rushing yards and a touchdown in nine games this season (7.3 yards per carry). Schefter notes Hill, not Derrick Henry, prompted the Giants’ inquiry.
The New York Giants, sitting 4-2-1 atop the NFC East ahead of Week 9, appear unlikely to land a major running back before the NFL trade deadline. Reports link them to a possible Jonathan Taylor deal, but the Indianapolis Colts have rebuffed offers, including a 2027 second‑round pick. The Titans’ Tony Pollard is another target, yet Tennessee is unwilling to move him, focusing instead on WR Calvin Ridley. The Ravens have also shut down trade talks for Derrick Henry, confirming he’ll stay in Baltimore. With all three coveted backs—Taylor, Pollard, and Henry—off the market, the Giants may need to stick with their existing roster.
Wide receiver Stefon Digits urges the Washington Commanders to focus on controllable factors ahead of their Week 9 showdown with the Los Angeles Rams. The team sits 2-4-1, third in the NFC East behind the Giants (4-2-1) and Cowboys (3-5), but a win could thrust them into a first‑place battle next week. Diggs, now shouldering a larger role after Terry McLaurin’s injury, has 27 catches for 252 yards and five touchdowns this season. He humorously says he “wishes the worst” for rival teams but stresses taking one game at a time.
The Philadelphia Eagles bench third‑year QB Tanner McKee after a 0‑3 start, handing the reins to Joe Milton for Sunday’s showdown with the New York Giants. McKee, who replaced Jalen Hurts following a lung‑blood‑clot diagnosis, posted 638 yards, two touchdowns, two interceptions and a 63.2% completion rate in three games, including a 27‑10 loss to Washington where he threw an interception and lost a fumble. He said head coach Nick Sirianni called him directly to deliver the news and praised the coach’s transparency. The Eagles, now 2‑6, hope Milton can spark the offense.
It appears there are two front-runners for Jonathan Taylor.
Giants rookie running back Cam Skattebo, the 2025 fourth‑round pick who’s already posted 418 yards and two TDs in seven games, is listed as doubtful for Week 9 versus the Philadelphia Eagles due to a hamstring injury. The 24‑year‑old recovered from a dislocated ankle last season and flashed his talent with a 124‑yard, one‑TD performance in the Giants’ 27‑21 overtime win over Houston. New York sits atop the NFC East at 4‑2‑1, making Skattebo’s availability a key factor as the team eyes its first division title this season.
With the 2026 NFL trade deadline looming on Nov. 10, the biggest buzz centers on Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, who may head to the New York Giants—the only team reportedly offering a serious package, though still below the Colts' asking price of a future first‑rounder or a McCaffrey‑style haul. Wideout Josh Downs is also on the move, likely for a fourth‑round pick, with the Chiefs, Steelers and 49ers showing interest. Meanwhile, the Vikings, struggling under Kyler Murray's low QBR, are exploring quarterback options instead of a running back. The Jacksonville Jaguars field interest in Pro Bowl receiver Brian Thomas Jr., but his value as a downfield threat and locker‑room popularity may keep him in Jacksonville.
The New York Giants are pivoting to Justice Hill as a backup plan after reports that a trade for Jonathan Taylor stalled and the Ravens refuse to move Derrick Henry, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Hill, a versatile pass‑catching back who posted a 65‑yard TD and averaged 5 yards per carry with 39 receptions for 389 yards in 2024, could pair with Giants’ power runner Cam Skattebo to boost New York’s backfield before the NFL trade deadline. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Vikings have entered the race for Colts star Jonathan Taylor, keeping the trade market active as the deadline approaches.
With the NFL trade deadline looming, the New York Giants, Denver Broncos and Minnesota Vikings lose a major option: Derrick Henry will not be on the market until after Nov. 10. Teams eyeing a running back upgrade must now focus on Jonathan Taylor or Tony Pollard, but a Taylor deal could demand a first‑round pick or a package akin to the 49ers‑Panthers McCaffrey trade (future second‑ to fifth‑rounders). Henry, despite his age and lower contract, is off‑limits until the deadline, and league sources say the Ravens have no intention of moving him before the trade window closes.
The New York Giants are scouting the Ravens for a running‑back upgrade, but they aren’t after star Derrick Henry. According to Adam Schefter and a quote‑tweet from Patricia Traina, the Giants inquired about Justice Hill, the 28‑year‑old who’s had his best season yet with 240 yards and a 7.3‑yard average through nine games, including an 85‑yard, nine‑carry performance capped by a 65‑yard TD against Jacksonville. With Cam Skylight battling injuries and fumble concerns, Hill offers a change‑of‑pace option at a lower cost than pursuing Jonathan Taylor or Henry, potentially strengthening the Giants’ NFC East push.
John Harbaugh says the New York Giants hope to have both running back Cam Skattebo and receiver Malik Nabers suited up for the Week 9 showdown at the Philadelphia Eagles on Nov. 7. While Skattebo’s hamstring injury remains unresolved, Harbaugh keeps his status open, and Nabers, who fully participated in practice, is a virtual lock to play. The Giants aim to protect their NFC East lead and chase a fifth win. After Philadelphia, they host Washington on Nov. 12, then face Jacksonville on Nov. 22 and Indianapolis on Nov. 29.
The Philadelphia Eagles have added quarterback Tanner McKee to the trade‑deadline watch list, according to Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer. The move follows his surprise benching for Joe Milton III against the New York Giants, despite head coach Nick Sirianni calling McKee “our guy” earlier in the week. McKee, who stepped in after Jalen Hurts’s season‑ending injury, went 2‑3 as starter, completing 72 of 114 passes for 638 yards, two TDs and two interceptions, and is now listed as questionable with a rib injury. With Philadelphia sitting 2‑6 on a six‑game skid and the trade deadline looming on Tuesday, the Eagles may look to move McKee quickly.
Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni explains the sudden quarterback swap for Week 9, opting for rookie Joe Milton over Tanner McKee against the New York Giants. Sirianni says the change is a tactical ploy to keep the opposition guessing, while praising McKee’s solid performance after stepping in for injured Jalen Hurts (63% completion, 638 yards, 2 TDs, 2 INTs). Milton, a first‑career starter with greater mobility, gets the nod to boost the team’s dynamism. The media‑ready "truthbomb" clarifies the decision and its strategic intent.
A month after the Commanders were 1‑3 and scrambling at quarterback, a Hogs Haven survey predicted an average of 1.17 wins in the next three games. The team actually went 1‑1‑1, beating the Eagles 27‑10 and pushing the 49ers to a 14‑3 lead in a competitive loss. With Jayden Daniels now starting, the Commanders have improved to .500 over the past four weeks and could finish with 8‑9 wins, even eyeing the NFC East crown. In the latest Reacts poll, 43% of fans are confident in the team's direction, and the upcoming Week 10 showdown at the Giants is seen as pivotal for a playoff push.
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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.
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni explained to reporters Friday why quarterback Joe Milton III will start in place of Tanner McKee on Sunday against the visiting New York Giants.
The Eagles face the Giants in Week 9, but injury news reshapes the lineup. Saquon Barkley, battling hamstring and back issues, is cleared to play after logging 274 rushing yards and two TDs in six games. Wide receiver DeVonta Smith and rookie Dontayvion Wicks are both ruled out—Smith with a hamstring injury and Wicks with an ankle problem. Philadelphia’s injury report lists six players out, one questionable, and 13 available, including the 29‑year‑old Barkley.
Week 9 brings two NFL throwback looks: the Philadelphia Eagles return in their Kelly Green alternate kit against the New York Giants, while the Los Angeles Chargers debut their all‑navy “Super Chargers” uniforms versus the Houston Texans. Both designs honor historic eras—the Eagles’ green uniform, reintroduced in 2023, has become a staple, and the Chargers’ navy set draws from their 1990s‑early‑2000s styling that coincided with a Super Bowl appearance and multiple AFC West titles. The spotlight isn’t tied to recent performance; the Eagles are battling a slump, and the Chargers still chase their first win. These retro uniforms highlight the league’s growing nod to heritage.
Dallas defensive coordinator Christian Parker urges veteran cornerback DaRon Bland to boost consistency, noting close contested catches that could swing games. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Eagles sit 2‑6 after a Week 8 loss to Washington, with head coach Nick Sirianni emphasizing unwavering support from owner Jeffrey Lurie despite the six‑game skid. In New York, Giants rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy says the recent bye week helped him master the playbook and solidify his comfort in the offense. The notes capture the latest coaching comments and player statuses across the NFC.
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Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni explains the surprise quarterback switch from Tanner McKee to Joe Milton for the Week 9 matchup against the Giants. While Sirianni praised McKee’s solid performance, he said the decision was made with input from GM Howie Roseman, offensive staff and quarterbacks coach Parks Frazier to give the team its best chance to win now, not waiting for the bye week. He emphasized that the change was a fluid, game‑plan decision and that he alone makes the final call, rejecting speculation that ownership forced the move.
Mike Florian of Pro Football Talk argues the Chicago Bears overpaid for All‑Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons, sending two first‑round picks and a fourth‑rounder to the Tennessee Titans. Simmons, a four‑time Pro Bowler, debuted with six tackles, a sack and a pass breakup, and is under contract through 2030. The trade was facilitated by a personal connection between Bears GM Ryan Poles and Titans GM Mike Borgonzi, despite interest from the New York Giants. Florian believes the Titans could have secured a better return, but the Bears remain confident Simmons bolsters their Super Bowl push.