Jake Moody makes a splash in his Ravens debut on Thursday Night Football, converting a 53-yard field goal to put Baltimore on the board against the Jacksonville Jaguars. With Tyler Loop on IR and backup quarterback Joe Fagnano under center, Moody's long‑range kick becomes a critical weapon for a team missing Lamar Jackson. The 26‑year‑old, a former Michigan All‑American and two‑time Big Ten Kicker of the Year, seeks to revive his career after brief stints with the Bears and Commanders. The kick remains Baltimore’s sole score early in the first quarter.
Tom Brady pokes fun at former Patriots teammates Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelman after they debut a tongue‑in‑cheek track, “Talkin’ Football,” to promote Fox Sports’ new digital series “The Gronk & Jules Show.” In the ad, the ex‑tight end and wide receiver sing about their love of the game, prompting Brady to repost the video with a teasing tweet about their familiar turtlenecks. Both players describe the song as a long‑kept secret talent, while Fox’s Bill Battin calls the promo “a ton of fun.” The twice‑weekly series will see Gronk break down weekend games on Mondays and Edelman host deeper conversations on Thursdays, as the trio now serve as analysts for Fox NFL broadcasts.
The Eagles release their Week 9 injury report ahead of the New York Giants matchup, highlighting a slew of absences. Saquon Barkley moves to limited participation after missing Wednesday practice, still facing hamstring/back issues. Wide receiver depth shrinks as DeVonta Smith, Dontayvion Wicks, and Britain Covey sit out, leaving only Darius Cooper, Makai Lemon, Hollywood Brown, and Elijah Moore available. LB Jihaad Campbell and RB Michael Carter II also miss practice, while LB Jeremiah Trotter Jr. steps in. On the Giants side, leading receiver Malik Nabers and rusher Cam Skattebo are out, with Darius Alexander added to the limited list. Both teams head into the game with multiple key players on the sidelines.
Kelvin Sheppard shares the Lions' theme for Sunday in Miami.
In the latest Depot After Dark (Nov. 5) the Steelers are highlighted for multiple accolades: the team, now 6‑2, receives several award nominations; rookie RB Khalil Highsmith marvels at the legendary Terry Warren during a recent practice; and former Steelers quarterbacks reunite for a charitable event. The brief roundup blends on‑field success with nostalgic moments, offering fans quick updates on the Steelers’ standout season.
The 49ers’ WR Brandon Aiyuk files for reinstatement and will report Friday, but coach Kyle Shanahan says he has no expectations for the player. A potential trade for Vikings WR Jauan Jennings collapses after Jennings says he’s happy in Minnesota. GM John Lynch hints at a fluid situation with Aiyuk and notes WRs Demarcus Robinson and KhaDarel Hodge should return, while Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel may miss Week 9. Meanwhile, the Cardinals are eyeing a second‑round pick for OLB Josh Sweat and may trade S Budda Baker before the deadline; QB Jacoby Brissett’s deal is near finalization, and RB James Conner likely sits out this week. The Rams plan a cautious return for DE Myles Garrett, and the Seahawks, reeling from a 34‑17 loss to the Bears, acknowledge failures in all three phases and vow to improve.
A year after the tragic death of Cowboys rookie Marshawn Kneeland, quarterback Dak Prescott explains how the team will honor his memory on Nov. 6. Prescott says the new "Huddle 94" program—named for Kneeland's jersey number—will foster small‑group conversations about mental health, a cause the club hopes could have saved him. He recounts the circumstances of Kneeland's suicide on Nov. 5, 2025, the subsequent CTE diagnosis, and the players' commitment to checking on each other. Teammates Tyler Smith, CeeDee Lamb and Marist Liufau echo the message that life is fragile and mental‑health support is essential.
Colts running back Jonathan Taylor gives a cryptic answer when asked about a trade request, saying, “the hay is in the barn now…we’re preparing for the Cowboys.” While he denied recent trade talks last week, reports suggest Indianapolis is fielding offers and hopes for a "Christian McCaffrey‑esque" draft package, possibly a first‑rounder, after losing its 2027 top‑5 pick to the Jets. At 28, Taylor remains a top‑5 RB and the franchise’s all‑time leader in rushing touchdowns, but the Colts’ rebuild, lack of a QB and depleted roster make his future uncertain.
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice files for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, listing $3.45 million in debts against $677,054 in assets. Over $2.1 million stems from civil lawsuits, including a $1 million settlement for a 2024 high‑speed Lamborghini crash that left three other vehicles damaged, which he never paid. He also faces a $1 million assault claim from former girlfriend Dacoda Jones. Amid injuries that have limited him to 243 yards on 20 catches in five games this season, Rice’s final rookie‑contract year—and a potential $37.2 million extension—hangs in the balance as the Chiefs weigh his future.
The Bills head into Week 9 against the Vikings with several key players back after a rare extra‑day of rest. Cornerback Dee Alford returns to full practice after a two‑week absence, while Spencer Brown and WR DJ Moore show limited but encouraging progress. Injured list skips include OL Alec Anderson, T Dion Dawkins, DL Greg Gaines, WR Joshua Palmer and RB Ty Johnson (illness). Meanwhile, the Vikings will start Carson Wentz on Monday night after QB Kyler Murray suffers a Grade‑1 hamstring sprain in the 19‑15 loss to Detroit. Both teams’ updated injury reports set the stage for a pivotal Monday night showdown.
Jacoby Brissett, the veteran quarterback traded from the Arizona Cardinals to the Baltimore Ravens, is slated to start in Week 10 against the Los Angeles Chargers on Nov. 16. The move comes as Lamar Jackson lands on injured reserve and Tyler Huntley is out for the season, leaving the Ravens desperate for stability at QB. Insider Ian Rapoport notes Brissett will have extra days to learn the Ravens' offense and bring his experience to a 4‑4 team sitting at the bottom of the AFC North. The trade, reportedly around $5 million, finalizes tomorrow.
The Ringer's Todd McShay feels Texas quarterback Arch Manning could follow a similar trajectory to the Jacksonville Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence on his way to finding eventual success in the NFL.
During their bye week, the Steelers turn eyes to the 2027 NFL Draft via Pro Football Focus’s simulator. At No. 27 overall they target Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr, praised for his football IQ, quick release and precise ball placement. In Round 2 (Pick 60) they eye Kentucky tackle Lance Heard, a big‑body lineman with run‑blocking upside but penalty concerns. The third round features two picks: LB Tony Rojas from Penn State, a highly rated linebacker noted by Mel Kiper, and T Samson Okunlola from Miami, a versatile tackle with high upside despite uneven pass‑protection. The mock outlines Pittsburgh’s strategy to address quarterback, line and defense needs for a potential playoff push.
Penn State escaped with a 97‑93 win over Chattanooga in a surprisingly tight opening‑week matchup. After building a 54‑33 halftime lead, the Nittany Lions saw the Mocs rally, cutting the lead to single digits several times thanks to Kobe McDowell‑White’s shooting and aggressive drives. Josh Reed rescued PSU with 25 points, 15‑of‑16 free throws, five rebounds and five steals, while five teammates also reached double figures. The game featured 54 fouls, with Penn State shooting 43‑of‑49 from the line. Despite the nail‑biting finish, the win moves Penn State to 2‑0 as they head to the Palestra for Sunday’s rivalry game against Pitt.
Ravens rookie quarterback Joe Fagnano makes his first career start on just three days’ rest, becoming only the eighth rookie since 1950 to do so—and one of only two undrafted players, alongside David Blough. Thrust into the lineup after injuries to Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley, Fagnano threw 2‑of‑2 for seven yards in the first quarter against the Jaguars on Thursday Night Football (Week 9). He drove the team into a field‑goal opportunity but is still hunting his first NFL touchdown pass. Jacoby Brissett, newly acquired from Arizona, is expected to replace him next week.
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott praised the team's Huddle 94 program, a new facet of the team's mental health resources, ahead of the one-year anniversary of Marshawn Kneeland's death on Friday.
Stefanie Okechukwu, a 7‑foot‑1 sophomore from Nigeria who grew up playing basketball in Japan and the Philippines, made her Texas Tech debut against Charlotte, posting six points and nine rebounds in 19 minutes. Her 7‑foot‑4 wingspan makes her the tallest player in women’s college basketball history, surpassing the previous 6‑foot‑10 record holders. After a lengthy eligibility battle, the NCAA granted her four years of play, and she plans to major in business. Fans are already debating her mobility, lane discipline and potential as a “stretch five,” while coach Krista Gerlich hails her as a new era for the Lady Raiders.
The Indianapolis Colts have reportedly received a more attractive trade offer for veteran nose tackle Grover Stewart than they got for former teammate DeForest Buckner, according to NFL insider Ari Meirov. Buckner was dealt to the 49ers for a 2027 fourth‑round pick, while Stewart—33, a one‑dimensional run stopper—could fetch a third or fourth‑rounder despite a down season (26 tackles, 0.5 sack in eight starts). Owner Carlie Irsay‑Gordon values Stewart’s leadership, but his pending free agency and the team’s rebuild may prompt a move before the season’s final stretch.
Khalil Mack tells the Los Angeles Chargers he wants to stay, shutting down the Chicago Bears' trade pursuit. Despite the Chargers' 0-7 start, Mack, 35, remains tied for the team lead with three sacks and hopes to help a struggling squad. The Bears, fresh off a Jeffery Simmons deal, were eyeing Mack to bolster their edge rush for a Super Bowl push, but the veteran stresses his commitment to LA amid "outside noise." With a one‑year contract, the Chargers can still move him before the deadline if the team slides to 0‑8.
Former Bears long snapper Patrick Mannelly, a 245-game franchise record holder, discusses the 2026 Chicago Bears and his personal health journey. He recently joined Heartflow's GAMEFILM Registry, which uses CT scans and AI to study former NFL players' hearts, revealing that 85% of 200 surveyed ex‑players show coronary plaque despite few known diagnoses. Mannelly highlights rising star quarterback Caleb Williams, recent wins over the Patriots and Seahawks, and the impact of heavy linemen like Jeffery Simmons. He also recounts teammate Jon Dorenbos’s surprise aortic aneurysm discovery, underscoring the silent cardiovascular risk that one in three former NFL players face. New findings will be presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions on Nov. 9 in Chicago.
The Chargers sit 0-7 heading into Week 9, with coach Jim Harbaugh emphasizing honesty and accountability as the team strives to improve third‑down conversions. Despite league interest, especially in OLB Khalil Mack, the Chargers aren’t entertaining trade offers, prompting criticism from analysts. Meanwhile, the Chiefs are eyeing Colts WR Josh Downs as a short‑range threat, while Patrick Mahomes laments the loss of speed from missing WR Tyquan Thornton. In Las Vegas, Raiders RB Mike Washington Jr. led the win over the Jets with 85 yards on 25 carries, while Ashton Jeanty contributed three receptions for 64 yards and praised protection work. Coach Klint Kubiak says the rushing blend will remain fluid, leaning on the hot hand each week.
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In Week 8, the Chiefs lost 28-24 to the Broncos after a false‑start penalty on Jaylon Moore erased Patrick Mahomes’ apparent game‑winning TD. Chiefs fans flooded social media questioning the call, but Broncos former safety Justin Simmons fired off a fiery rant, accusing the fans of cheating and defending the officials’ decision. Simmons, speaking on DNVR Sports, blasted the backlash and highlighted a Broncos linebacker’s observation that Moore’s foot movement constituted a false start. Chiefs coach Andy Reid and Mahomes both expressed doubt about the penalty, yet officials stood by it. The controversy fuels the ongoing rivalry between Broncos Country and Chiefs supporters.
The Indianapolis Colts remain firm on getting a "Christian McCaffrey‑esque" package for star running back Jonathan Taylor, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. While several teams have shown interest, the Colts want a haul comparable to the Panthers’ 2022 deal—multiple mid‑round picks, and possibly a first‑rounder, despite lacking their own 2027 first‑round slot (now owned by the New York Jets). Taylor, the franchise’s all‑time leader in rushing TDs (77) and second in yards (2,208), is 28 and viewed as a rebuild cornerstone, but his elite window may be 2‑3 years. The team also seeks a 3rd‑ or 4th‑round pick for pending free‑agent WR Josh Downs.
Former Eagles center Jason Kelce dismissed rumors that players wanted offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland out, stating the decision came from the organization, not the locker room. During a 94 WIP interview, Kelce highlighted Stoutland’s recent goodbye dinner with Jordan Mailata and his support of Lane Johnson’s retirement, emphasizing that the move reflects a new direction from team management. He condemned speculation blaming players for the change, calling it “crap” and reaffirming that the coaching shift is a front‑office decision.