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NFL Awards Ladders 2026
Seven weeks into the 2026 NFL season, The Game Haus releases its award ladders. QB Brock Purdy (49ers) leads the MVP race with a stellar 70% completion rate and the highest passer rating among starters, followed by Trevor Lawrence (Jaguars) and Jared Goff (Lions). For Offensive Player of the Year, Seahawks wideout Jaxon Smith‑Njigba tops the list with 717 yards and seven TDs, while RBs Kenneth Walker III (Chiefs) and Bijan Robinson (Falcons) vie for the spot, each leading key rushing metrics. The rankings reflect early trends but note that a non‑QB MVP would need a truly historic season.
5 Potential Head Coach Candidates for the NC State Wolfpack
After firing Dave Doeren and naming Todd Goebbel interim, NC State begins its coaching search. The Game Haus outlines five front‑runners: former Wolfpack star quarterback Philip Rivers, who boasts a 45‑18 high‑school record but no college experience; North Carolina native Scott Satterfield, a former Appalachian State quarterback with mixed results at Louisville and Cincinnati; turnaround specialist Charles Huff, now 6‑2 at Memphis after successful stints at Marshall and Southern Miss; FCS veteran Jason Eck, who led Idaho to three playoff runs and is 14‑5 at New Mexico; and Kentucky offensive coordinator Joe Sloan, a former ECU QB who helped revive Kentucky’s attack. Each candidate brings distinct risks and potential NIL and recruiting benefits for the Wolfpack.
NFL Draft Prospects to Watch in College Football Week 9
Week 9 of college football showcases several 2027 NFL Draft prospects. Florida’s 6‑foot‑6 edge rusher Emmanuel Oyebadejo (12 tackles, 3.5 sacks) faces Georgia’s line, while Georgia linebacker Chris Cole (40 tackles, 2.5 sacks) aims to curb Florida’s offense and projects as a first‑round pick. Minnesota’s versatile 6‑foot‑6 interior lineman Greg Johnson, an All‑Big Ten honorable mention, battles Indiana and is a 1‑2‑round candidate. Rutgers’ towering 6‑foot‑6 receiver KJ Duff (45 catches, 774 yards, nine TDs) takes on Michigan’s secondary and is also a 1‑2‑round prospect. The article outlines each player’s stats, strengths, and draft outlook, helping fans gauge who to watch this weekend.
5 Things to Watch in College Football Week 9
Week 9 brings several marquee matchups. Ohio State’s backup QB battle spikes interest as Luke Fahey and former five‑star recruit Tavien St. Clair vie to replace injured Julian Sayin against USC (6‑2). The World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party in Atlanta pits Georgia (1 loss, strong defense) against Florida (5‑2, CFP hopes) after both teams returned from byes. In the Big 12, Arizona visits Texas Tech and Utah faces Cincinnati, each with conference championship implications. Oregon State’s offense, led by QB Braden Atkinson and freshman receiver Jesse Legree, takes on Fresno State. Finally, Northwestern (6‑1) travels to a struggling Oregon for a potential upset.
5 Things Learned in College Football Week 8
Week 8 of college football delivers five takeaways: Michigan’s woes run deeper than quarterback play, as a 13‑6 OT loss to Indiana highlights offensive shortcomings despite a solid defense. Upset‑prone teams expose the reality of letdown games, with SEC powerhouses Tennessee and Georgia stumbling after big wins and BYU collapsing against UCF. The Big 12 race intensifies—Utah stays unbeaten, while BYU, Texas Tech, Arizona and Oklahoma State remain within one conference loss, and Cincinnati’s surprise upset adds chaos. USC’s coach Lincoln Riley remains on a hot seat after a 6‑2 start and a loss to Wisconsin, facing a daunting Week 9 slate. Finally, New Mexico’s Jason Eck appears destined to leave, even as the Lobos upset NDSU 21‑16 and keep CFP hopes alive.
College Football Playoff Bracketology October 25
The Game Haus releases its October 25 College Football Playoff bracketology, highlighting the current first‑round byes and four‑team “first four out” list. Undefeated Miami (7‑0) and UCLA (7‑0) sit atop the byes, followed by Ohio State (6‑1), Georgia (6‑1) and a handful of other contenders including Indiana, BYU, Notre Dame, and Utah. Kentucky (7‑1) leads the last‑four‑out group, with Ole Miss, LSU and Wake Forest trailing. The update notes each team's recent key wins or losses and upcoming matchups, showing how a mix of marquee victories and easy schedules is shaping the CFP picture as the season progresses.
NFL Draft Prospects to Watch in College Football Week 8 Recap
The Game Haus breaks down five 2027 NFL Draft prospects who stood out in Week 8 of college football. Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss rallies his team in a 34‑27 loss to Texas, throwing for 250 yards, two TDs and three picks, keeping his first‑round buzz alive. Texas linebacker Rasheem Biles records four tackles, an interception and two pass break‑ups in a defensive showcase. Michigan cornerback Jyaire Hill helps limit Indiana to six points, earning two tackles and two defended passes. Texas A&M wide receiver Mario Craver catches six balls for 45 yards and a TD in a 31‑20 loss to Alabama. USC’s Jayden Maiava throws for 258 yards, one TD and two interceptions in a 7‑point defeat to Wisconsin. All remain day‑two candidates except Chambliss.
New Orleans Saints Injury Report Heading Into Week 7
The Saints head into Week 7 with a 2-4 record and a trip to Paris for an international showdown against the Steelers. Key absences include RB Travis Etienne Jr. (IR, hamstring), rookie WR Jordyn Tyson (hamstring strain), OT Kelvin Banks Jr. (high‑ankle sprain, surgery) and DT Bryan Bresee (season‑ending ACL tear). This week, guard Cesar Ruiz is questionable with a knee issue, while Alvin Kamara, limited by a back injury, remains listed as active. The report outlines the short‑ and long‑term impacts on both offense and defense ahead of the game.
Carolina Panthers Injury Report Heading Into Week 7
The Carolina Panthers head into Week 7 (Oct 24, 2026) with a 3‑2 record and a divisional clash against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but a slew of injuries clouds their outlook. Starting cornerbacks Jaycee Horn (quad) and Mike Jackson (groin surgery) landed on IR after the Week 3 loss, while RB Jonathon Brooks and WR Xavier Legette remain sidelined with groin and knee injuries. OT Taylor Moton returns after a pulmonary embolism, but left tackle Ikem Ekwonu stays on the PUP list and OT Brady Christensen is on IR with a hamstring. LB Nic Scourton is out for the season, and Week 7 sees OLB Jaelan Phillips and Thomas Incoom ruled out, with Tackle Monroe Freeling listed as questionable. Quarterback Bryce Young and RB A.J. Dillon practice fully and carry no injury designations.
Atlanta Falcons Injury Report Heading Into Week 7
The Atlanta Falcons head into Week 7 at 2‑4, hosting undefeated San Francisco (6‑0), but a cascade of injuries threatens their climb toward .500. Rookie edge rusher Jalon Walker (5.5 sacks last season) sits on IR after a torn ACL, ending his 2026 season. Cornerback A.J. Terrell Jr. remains questionable after a groin strain landed him on IR in Week 2, while fellow DBs C.J. Henderson and Billy Bowman Jr. battle groin and hamstring issues, respectively. Avieon Terrell is a questionable back injury, and Bowman is ruled out. Running back Brian Robinson Jr., linebacker Divine Deablo and tackle Michael Jerrell are also sidelined. The report outlines the full Friday injury list ahead of the showdown with the 49ers.
Minnesota Vikings Injury Report Heading Into Week 7
The unbeaten 5‑0 Vikings head into Week 7 at home against a 2‑4 Colts after a bye, but their roster still wrestles with injuries. Running back Jordan Mason, back from a hand/thumb surgery, remains a game‑time question as he awaits activation from IR. Left guard 2025 first‑round pick Donovan Jackson is out for the season after knee meniscus surgery. Offensive tackle Christian Darrisaw and TE T.J. Hockenson clear concussion protocols, while Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, Brian O’Neill, James Pierre and Charles Demmings have practiced fully. The Vikings hope Mason’s return will boost the offense against Indianapolis.
Green Bay Packers Injury Report Heading Into Week 7
The Packers head into Week 7 at 4‑2, facing the Detroit Lions, but are missing key pieces. Wideout Jayden Reed lands on IR after a neck surgery, ending his season, while DT Javon Hargrave and LB Edgerrin Cooper suffer season‑ending Achilles tears. Micah Parsons is still rehabbing his ACL, though progress is noted. RB Josh Jacobs is finally off the Commissioner’s Exempt List and could debut against Detroit, though his workload is uncertain. QB Jordan Love clears a back issue and returns to full practice, but LB Zaire Franklin is ruled out with a shin injury. Additional questions surround WR Bo Melton, guard Aaron Banks, CB Benjamin St‑Juste and DT Jordon Riley, all listed as questionable.
Detroit Lions Injury Report Heading Into Week 7
The Detroit Lions head into Week 7 with a 3‑2 record and a crucial home showdown against the Green Bay Packers. Safety Brian Branch, who missed the entire 2025 season with a torn Achilles, returns to practice but remains a questionable, likely limited, presence. Starting safety Kerby Joseph stays on the PUP list after a knee injury, while center Cade Mays, cleared from a wrist issue, is also listed as questionable. Linebacker Devin White sits on IR with a forearm injury, and cornerback Rock Ya‑Sin recovers from a hamstring setback. Despite a relatively clean injury slate, Detroit hopes to restore its struggling secondary ahead of the divisional clash.
New York Giants Injury Report Heading Into Week 7
The New York Giants head into Week 7 with a 3‑2‑1 record and face the Houston Texans on Sunday, but a slew of injuries clouds their chances. Starting quarterback J.J. McCarthy replaces Jaxson Dart, who is on IR after a knee injury in Week 2, while veteran Jameis Winston is out. Key defensive losses include Brian Burns (torn ACL), Tremaine Edmunds (season‑ending chest/shoulder tear), Paulson Adebo (knee) and Chauncey Golston (neck). Offensive tackles Andrew Thomas and Jermaine Eluemunor return limited, but are questionable, as is tight end Theo Johnson (neck). Cornerback Greg Newsome II is out with a concussion, while Jevón Holland is questionable. The Giants hope returning players Adebo, Deonte Banks and Colton Hood can bolster a battered secondary.
Philadelphia Eagles Injury Report Heading Into Week 7
The Philadelphia Eagles head into Week 7 at 2‑4, set to host the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football, but a roster plagued by injuries threatens their chances. Star quarterback Jalen Hurts landed on IR on Oct. 17 after deep‑vein thrombosis and lung clots were discovered, sidelining him for the season. Running back Saquon Barkley, hamstring‑limited since Week 4, practiced Thursday but remains a game‑time question. Wideout DeVonta Smith (hamstring) and tight end Dallas Goedert (knee) are also listed as doubtful, while OLB Nolan Smith, WR Dontayvion Wicks and DB Michael Carter II missed practice. Final designations are due Saturday.
Dallas Cowboys Injury Report Heading Into Week 7
The Dallas Cowboys head into Week 7 (2-4) against the Philadelphia Eagles with several key defenders cleared to return. Linebacker DeMarvion Overshown, out since a Week 1 hamstring, is back for practice and slated to play, while cornerback Cobie Durant is trending toward Monday’s roster after missing since Week 2. However, wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (rib cartilage) and linebacker Dee Winters (Achilles strain) are doubtful, and rookie tackle Drew Shelton remains sidelined with a hamstring. The injury report also notes safeties P.J. Locke and Jalen Thompson on IR and All‑Pro guard Tyler Smith’s thumb surgery recovery. The Cowboys will hope the returning defenders bolster a defense that’s been their biggest weakness this season.
Jaguars’ LT Anton Harrison Out for Season
Jaguars left tackle Anton Harrison suffers a torn ACL discovered during Thursday’s surgery, ending his 2026 season. Initially slated for a minor arthroscopic procedure, doctors found additional damage, confirming his placement on injured reserve. The 27th‑overall pick from Oklahoma, who switched from right to left tackle in training camp, leaves Jacksonville without a key protector for its offensive line. The Jaguars sit 4‑2 atop the AFC South, and Walker Little is expected to take over the left tackle duties. The injury marks a significant blow to a team riding a strong early‑season start.
Fantasy Football Week 7 Tight End Rankings
As the 2026 NFL season reaches its midpoint, The Game Haus breaks down Week 7 fantasy tight‑end rankings. Brock Bowers (Rams) tops the list as a Must‑Start TE1, followed by George Kittle (Falcons) and Isaiah (Texans) as TE2 and TE3. Travis Kelce (Seahawks) lands at TE7, while Mark Andrews (Bengals) drops to a Low‑End Starter. Deep‑League options include Darren Waller (Buccaneers) and Mike Gesicki (Ravens). Injuries affect Tyler Warren (Colts) and several bye‑week players, prompting managers to tap bench talent. The guide details each player’s matchup, start status, and rank to help owners set their lineups.
Fantasy Football Week 7 Wide Receiver Rankings
Entering Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season, The Game Haus ranks wide receivers for fantasy owners, highlighting must‑starts like Puka Nacua (A+ vs. Raiders) and Justin Jefferson (A+ vs. Colts). Solid WR1 options include Jaxon Smith‑Njigba, Amon‑Ra St. Brown and Christian Watson, while deep‑league starters such as Rome Odunze and Marvin Harrison Jr. fill out later tiers. Injured‑list doubts linger for Emeka Egbuka, Mike Evans and Rashee Rice. Bye‑week blanks—Parker Washington, DJ Moore, Ladd McConkey, Khalil Shakir and Jakobi Meyers—prompt managers to turn to bench depth. The list offers clear categories from "Must Start" to "Deep League Starter" to guide lineup decisions heading into the mid‑season matchup slate.
Fantasy Football Week 7 Running Back Rankings
With six games under their belt, the Game Haus breaks down fantasy running backs for Week 7. Must‑Start RBs include Jahmyr Gibbs (Packers), Bijan Robinson (49ers), and Christian McCaffrey (Falcons), all projected as RB1s. Strong starters like Kenneth Walker III (Seahawks) and Jonathan Taylor (Vikings) rank RB2‑RB5, while deep‑league options such as Tony Pollard (Browns) and J.K. Dobbins (Cardinals) sit in the B‑C range. Injury alerts cover Saquon Barkley, Breece Hall and others, and several bye‑week backs—James Cook III, Bhayshul Tuten, Omarion Hampton, Jacory Croskey‑Merritt, Chris Rodriguez Jr., Kimani Vidal—need replacements. Use the tiered list to fine‑tune your lineup heading into the fantasy midpoint.
Fantasy Football Week 7 Quarterback Rankings
The Game Haus drops its Week 7 fantasy quarterback rankings as the 2026 NFL season hits the midway point. Brock Purdy (vs. Atlanta) earns a Must‑Start QB1 slot, while Jordan Love (vs. Detroit) and Joe Burrow (vs. Baltimore) sit at QB2 and QB3. Injured starters Lamar Jackson (vs. Cincinnati) and Baker Mayfield (vs. Carolina) are listed as Status Uncertain but could return after limited practice. Jalen Hurts is out for the season with blood clots, and bye‑week QBs Josh Allen, Justin Herbert, Trevor Lawrence and Jayden Daniels shift to the bench. The chart spans Must‑Start to Deep‑League starters, highlighting low‑end options like Kyler Murray and Patrick Mahomes, and lists 30 QBs with opponent matchups and rankings for Week 7.
5 Potential Head Coach Candidates for the Maryland Terrapins
After firing Mike Locksley following a 2-5 start, Maryland is scouting five head‑coach prospects. Charles Huff, a Maryland native who turned programs at Marshall, Southern Miss, and Memphis into quick winners (most recent 5‑2), offers familiar recruiting ties. Jake Dickert, who lifted Washington State and Wake Forest to 23‑20 and 6‑1 records respectively, brings proven success with limited resources. Jason Eck, Idaho and New Mexico's turnaround artist (currently 5‑1), is noted for rapid improvements across levels. Veteran Brian Kelly, now a CBS analyst after stints at Notre Dame and LSU with a 200‑76 record, could provide a high floor for the Terrapins. Defensive specialist Bryant Haines, Indiana’s recent co‑defensive coordinator behind a national title, is a promising first‑time head coach candidate.
College Football Coaching Changes
The Game Haus outlines this season's college football head coaching turnover, tracking firings, interim appointments and new hires across the sport. So far, the Big Ten’s Maryland Terrapins have dismissed Mike Locksley, naming Aazaar Abdul‑Rahim as interim while a permanent replacement remains TBD. The list will be updated throughout the season and offseason, directing readers to the site’s full coaching changes page for the latest moves.
College Football Week 8 News and Notes
Week 8 college football roundup highlights major shake‑ups: Maryland dismisses ninth‑year head coach Mike Locksley after a 2‑5 start, naming Aazaar Abdul‑Rahim interim. Ohio State’s Julian Sayin is out indefinitely with an elbow injury, prompting Luke Fahey to take over. Auburn removes starting LB Xavier Atkins, who will enter the transfer portal. Additional notes include Iowa’s Jeremy Hecklinski starting at QB, UCF’s Alonza Barnett sidelined by a hamstring, Texas’ Colin Simmons missing with an ankle sprain, and Mississippi State’s Kamario Taylor listed day‑to‑day. The update also links to the latest CFP bracketology.
Giants Plan to Start J.J. McCarthy in Week 7 Against Texans
The New York Giants will hand the ball to 23‑year‑old J.J. McCarthy for their Week 7 road game against the Houston Texans, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. After Jaxson Dart’s season‑ending ACL tear, veteran Jameis Winston (2‑1‑1 as starter) was benched following two interceptions in the Week 6 loss to the Saints. McCarthy, the 2024 first‑round pick traded for with a fifth‑rounder, entered that game in the fourth quarter, throwing 243 yards and sparking a near‑comeback from a 24‑point deficit. Giants hope his dual‑threat skill set can stabilize the offense against Houston’s pass rush.
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