The Detroit Lions announced three linebacker moves on Wednesday: veteran Joe Bachie is promoted from the practice squad to the active 53-man roster, K.J. Britt joins the active roster from New England’s practice squad, and rookie Owen Pappoe signs to Detroit’s practice squad. Bachie, who re‑signed after a brief release and spent time as the team’s LB7, steps up as injuries to Jack Campbell and rookie Jimmy Rolder open a larger role, likely backing up starters Derrick Barnes, Trevor Nowaske and Malcolm Rodriguez while anchoring special teams. Britt could see game‑day action as soon as Sunday’s matchup with the Dolphins.
Fox is promoting the Patriots‑Packers showdown on Nov. 4 as the "Tom Brady game" after the former six‑time Super Bowl champion returns to Gillette Stadium to call the broadcast for his new network. Chris "Mad Dog" Russo slammed the hype, calling it "the dumbest thing in the world" and questioning why the league should focus on Brady instead of quarterbacks Drake Maye and Jordan Love. Russo notes Brady has visited New England multiple times, most recently for a statue unveiling in 2025, and argues fans care more about on‑field action than a former player in the booth. Fox, paying Brady about $38 million a year, is expected to capitalize on any buzz.
The Detroit Lions announce three linebacker transactions on Nov. 4, 2026: they promote K.J. Britt from the New England Patriots’ practice squad and Joe Bachie from their own practice squad to the active roster, and add Owen Pappoe to the practice squad. Britt, a former Auburn standout and 2021 fifth‑round pick, spent last season with the Patriots, logging one tackle in a single game before joining Detroit. The moves bolster Detroit’s LB depth heading into the season.
The Philadelphia Eagles have benched Tanner McKee and promoted Joe Milton III to the starting quarterback role, according to ESPN. McKee, who went 0‑3 with a 76.6 passer rating while filling in for the injured Jalen Hurts, was a third‑string rookie after the team cut veteran Andy Dalton. Milton, a 6’5”, 235‑lb former Patriots sixth‑round pick who bounced between the Cowboys’ bench and practice squad, offers a stronger arm and mobility but remains inconsistent. The move sets up an intriguing Week 9 showdown against the New York Giants and gives fans a fresh look at Philly’s QB situation.
The Philadelphia Eagles surprise fans by announcing former Patriots one‑game starter Joe Milton will start this Sunday, sparking debate over his merit versus current quarterbacks like the Ravens’ Jacoby Brissett and questioning if the Eagles are now the NFL’s “saddest” team. The episode also covers a wild Week 9 preview, a doctor’s take on Philadelphia’s QB situation, the Jeffery Simmons‑styled Bears, and praise for the Jacksonville Jaguars’ new uniforms. Listeners get a mix of election‑day banter, football speculation, and midseason outlooks.
Robert Kraft, the 85‑year‑old New England Patriots owner, is one of five contributors nominated for the 2027 Pro Football Hall of Fame. The nominee list also includes Ralph Hay, Virginia McCaskey, Doug Williams and John Wooten, chosen from 42 candidates. Since buying the Patriots in 1994 for $175 million, Kraft has overseen six Super Bowl titles, 11 championship appearances, 20 AFC East crowns and 23 playoff berths, maintaining a 65.6% win rate. He also served on key NFL committees and helped end the 2011 lockout. The subcommittee will meet Nov. 17 to pick a finalist, with the 2027 class revealed before the Super Bowl.
The Patriots could look to add a kicker to the practice squad amid Andy Borregales' struggles.
The Philadelphia Eagles have named practice‑squad signee Joe Milton the starter for Sunday’s game against the New York Giants, benching Tanner McKee, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Mike Garafolo. Milton, a 2024 sixth‑round pick who threw a 22‑of‑29, 241‑yard, two‑TD performance for the Patriots in 2024, will likely start against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 12 at Lincoln Financial Field. The move comes after Jalen Hurts was ruled out for the season with lung blood clots and the Eagles have dropped six straight, slipping to a 2‑6 start for the first time since 1999. Pittsburgh now faces a 11‑game losing streak in Philadelphia dating back to 1965.
The Baltimore Ravens are set to trade for quarterback Jacoby Brissett from the Arizona Cardinals, according to Adam Schefter. The deal should finalize this weekend, but Brissett will miss Baltimore’s Week 9 Thursday night game against Jacksonville. With Lamar Jackson on IR and Tyler Huntley out for the season, the Ravens face a quarterback crisis. Brissett, 33, has started eight games in 2026, posting a 63.3% completion rate, 1,719 yards, 10 TDs and seven INTs. He previously played for the Patriots, Colts, Dolphins, Browns, Commanders and Cardinals.
The New York Giants, sitting 4‑2‑1 and atop the NFC East, are reportedly eyeing a defensive‑tackle upgrade before the Week 9 trade deadline. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler says the Giants have inquired about Jeffery Simmons and are now targeting six possible interior linemen: Grover Stewart (Colts), A’Shawn Robinson (Buccaneers), Moro Ojomo (Eagles), Christian Barmore (Patriots), Vita Vea (Buccaneers) and Jalen Carter (Eagles). While Stewart could fetch a Day‑3 pick, Barmore and Vea carry hefty salary tags that may stall deals. The article breaks down each player’s contract situation and on‑field impact, helping fans gauge the Giants’ chances of bolstering their D‑line.
The Philadelphia Eagles, sitting 2-6 after a season‑long collapse, name former Tennessee quarterback Joe Milton as their Week 9 starter against the New York Giants. With Super Bowl MVP Jalen Hurts sidelined by blood clots and key players like DeVonta Smith and Saquon Barkley missing games, the team is testing Milton as a potential long‑term backup. The sixth‑round pick (193rd overall, 2024) impressed in the Patriots' 2024 season finale, completing 75.9% of his passes for 241 yards and a TD in a 23‑16 win over Buffalo, but this will be his first NFL start. The game kicks off at 1:00 p.m. ET on Sunday.
Eagles coach Nick Sirianni blindsides fans by benching Tanner McKee and starting 26‑year‑old Joe Milton for Sunday’s game against the New York Giants. Milton, signed from the Dallas Cowboys practice squad just 18 days ago, makes his first NFL start after five relief appearances (37‑53, 424 yards, 2 TDs, 2 INTs) with the Patriots and Cowboys. The move follows a 2‑6 start to the season and reflects Sirianni’s hopes that Milton’s mobility can revive an offense plagued by injuries and line troubles.
The New England Patriots will bring wideout Mack Hollins back to practice on Wednesday, opening his 21‑day window to rejoin the active roster after four weeks on injured reserve. The 33‑year‑old returned 63% of snaps before a calf injury sidelined him in Week 4, where he posted 15 catches for 209 yards. His return bolsters a depleted receiving corps that has also lost A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs to IR, forcing backups to contribute 156 yards and two touchdowns in Week 8. The Patriots host the Green Bay Packers on Nov. 8, with the first injury report due Wednesday afternoon.
The Philadelphia Eagles will replace Tanner McKee with Joe Milton III for Sunday’s matchup against the New York Giants, as reported by NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. McKee, who has started three games since Jalen Hurts was ruled out for the season, is 0-3 with just two touchdowns and two interceptions. Milton, who last started for the New England Patriots in 2024 and posted 249 yards, a passing TD, a rushing TD and no picks, gets the nod in hopes of sparking a struggling offense plagued by injuries to stars like DeVonta Smith and Saquon Barkley. The move aims to give the Eagles a boost as they fight to climb the standings.
The Seattle Seahawks, defending Super Bowl champions, rule starting quarterback Sam Darnold out with a quadriceps injury suffered during Monday night’s 34-17 loss to the Chicago Bears. Coach Mike Macdonald says Darnold is week‑to‑week and won’t play in Sunday’s NFC West clash with the Arizona Cardinals on Nov. 8, prompting backup Drew Lock to start. Lock, who helped Seattle win a comeback against New England and threw three TDs in a previous win over the Cardinals, will be supported by rookie Jalen Milroe. The Seahawks sit 4‑4 and hope the change sparks a turnaround.
The Philadelphia Eagles announce a quarterback shake‑up for Sunday’s matchup against the New York Giants, putting rookie Joe Milton III in the starter’s seat over Tanner McKee. Milton, signed less than a month ago, has five NFL appearances but no starts; his most notable game was a 23‑16 Patriots win over Buffalo backups in January 2025, where he threw for 241 yards and a touchdown. The move aims to spark interest amid a struggling offense lacking DeVonta Smith, Dontayvion Wicks and a hurt Saquon Barkley.
Quarterback Jordan Love and wife Ronika Stone sparked a buzz by dressing up as blind NFL referees for Halloween, complete with striped shirts, sunglasses and white canes. The TikTok clip shows them tossing yellow flags at nothing, prompting laughs and warnings that the NFL could fine Love for the stunt, especially as Green Bay leads the league in penalties (71) and penalty yards (591). Fans enjoyed the gag but fear a disciplinary hit before the Packers face New England on Sunday.
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel dodges questions about wideout AJ Brown’s potential return to injured reserve ahead of Sunday’s home matchup with the Green Bay Packers. Brown missed the win over Miami due to a lingering knee issue and has been uncertain after an ankle injury that landed him on IR earlier this season. While Vrabel says Brown is ready to play today, his status remains doubtful after missing another practice. New England sits at 5-3, aiming to defend its AFC crown, with the game set for 4:25 p.m. ET in Foxborough.
The Browns finalize two roster moves ahead of Week 9 against the Saints. After waiving RB Audric Estime, Cleveland re‑signs TE Carsen Ryan from the practice squad—he’s appeared in seven games this season, mainly on special teams. The team also adds running back Hassan Haskins to the practice squad; the 2022 fourth‑round pick has 76 carries for 229 yards and two touchdowns in his five‑year career, most recently on New England’s squad. Both players fill the open spots on the 53‑man roster and practice unit.
Green Bay head coach Matt LaFleur confirms star pass rusher Micah Parsons is cleared for a "full go" but will be limited as part of a gradual return. Parsons, still recovering from a torn ACL, isn't expected to suit up against the New England Patriots this Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET, but his practice participation signals progress. The Packers, fresh off a bye and a 5-3 record after a recent blowout of the Carolina Panthers, hope his eventual impact will boost their NFC playoff push.
The latest trade‑deadline chatter centers on several NFL teams. The Bills could trade for Cardinals safety Budda Baker if Arizona agrees. The Dolphins, despite a poor record, aren’t eager sellers but would consider strong offers for DT Zach Sieler and OT Austin Jackson. Jets running back Breece Hall emerges as a surprise candidate, though insiders say New York likely retains him to bolster a deeper backfield and give HC Aaron Glenn a chance. OLB Will McDonald IV is also off the market. Meanwhile, the Patriots adopt an opportunistic stance, eyeing cheap depth pieces at DT or OLB and may flip high‑salary players like DT Christian Barmore for future assets.
Injuries happened to any and every NFL team during the course of the grueling 17-game NFL season. The Patriots have already suffered a massive number of injuries and the return of wide receiver, Mack Hollins will be a welcome sight.
With the NFL trade deadline looming on Nov. 10, the Baltimore Ravens are weighing a blockbuster move for 33‑year‑old Derrick Henry. The veteran back already has 632 rushing yards and eight TDs this season, but a thumb injury to Lamar Jackson has derailed Baltimore’s Super Bowl hopes. Henry’s $12 million salary is largely offset by bonuses, making him a cap‑friendly target for contenders. The New York Giants, whose coach John Harbaugh knows Henry from Baltimore, and the New England Patriots, linked to him through former Titans coach Mike Vrabel, emerge as the most plausible suitors. The Ravens must decide soon as a loss to Jacksonville could accelerate talks.
The Bears pull off a blockbuster trade, sending their 2027 first‑ and fourth‑round picks plus a 2028 first‑rounder to the Tennessee Titans for All‑Pro DT Jeffery Simmons, signaling a full‑tilt push for the Super Bowl. Simmons, a 29‑year‑old who posted 15.5 sacks this season, joins a Chicago defense that just posted a 34‑17 road win over Seattle, improving to 6‑2 and extending a three‑game winning streak against the Falcons, Patriots and Seahawks. With a Week 10 bye looming, the article breaks down the trade’s cap implications, the multiplier effect on players like Montez Sweat, and what the move means for Chicago’s 2026 title run.
For the second straight year, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft will have the chance to earn a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.