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Cardinals | Cardinals naming Gardner Minshew starting QB, Brissett 'heads to the bench' (2026-11-02 16:29:53) [jump to this story] Ravens | Baltimore has already reached out to Bears about Bagent (2026-11-02 02:55:02) [jump to this story] Ravens | Minter says Lamar Jackson's thumb injury 'potentially season-ending' (2026-11-01 16:37:12) [jump to this story] |
Cardinals | LaFleur confirms Minshew will start, Carson Beck to be the backup Mon Nov 2, 04:32 PM
Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur confirmed on Monday that QB Gardner Minshew II will start, one day after his heroics led to a dramatic win over the Cowboys. LaFleur added that rookie QB Carson Beck will be the backup. QB Jacoby Brissett "heads to the bench," NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported.
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Cardinals | Gardner Minshew named starting QB, Brissett benched to emergency third QB Mon Nov 2, 04:31 PM
Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur announced on Monday that QB Gardner Minshew will be the team's starting quarterback, with QB Jacoby Brissett benched. Rookie QB Carson Beck will serve as the backup, and Brissett will be the emergency third quarterback. The move is a signal to the rest of the NFL that teams can trade for Brissett.
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Cardinals | Cardinals naming Gardner Minshew starting QB, Brissett 'heads to the bench' Mon Nov 2, 04:29 PM
The Cardinals are naming QB Gardner Minshew II their starting quarterback, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported on Monday, one day after Minshew's "heroics led to a dramatic win over the Cowboys."
| Footballguys view: QB Jacoby Brissett "heads to the bench," Rapoport added. In fact, Brissett will be the emergency third quarterback, with rookie QB Carson Beck moving up to the No. 2 spot. Could a trade be coming for Brissett? It's worth watching. |
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Ravens | Ravens sign QB Austin Reed to practice squad, Joe Fagnano expected to start Thursday Mon Nov 2, 04:26 PM
The Ravens signed QB Austin Reed to their practice squad on Monday after QBs Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley were both injured in Sunday's loss to the Bills. Rookie QB Joe Fagnano is expected to start Thursday night's Week 9 game against the Jaguars, as Jackson may be out for the season and Huntley is reportedly dealing with turf toe. Fagnano completed 10-of-21 passes for 91 yards with an interception in his debut on Sunday. Reed spent time with Baltimore in training camp and previously played under Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle in Chicago in 2025.
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Eagles | Sirianni: 'Tanner is our guy,' McKee stays Eagles' starting QB Mon Nov 2, 04:20 PM
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said on Monday that the team is sticking with QB Tanner McKee as its starter. "Tanner is our guy. We're not making any changes there," Sirianni said.
| Footballguys view: The decision comes after Philadelphia's 27-10 loss to the Commanders on Sunday. Of course, it's not like the team has an array of options. The Eagles mustered just 268 yards of offense in Washington. The running game was held to 91 yards, and McKee couldn't hold up against the Commanders' pressure. Washington racked up a season-best five sacks as McKee was pressured 20 times (46.5% pressure rate), and it seemed as though he was under duress far more than that. Philadelphia plays the Giants in Week 9. |
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Giants | Harbaugh confirms reaching out to Titans owner in Jeffery Simmons trade pursuit Mon Nov 2, 04:11 PM
Giants head coach John Harbaugh confirmed on Monday that he tried to contact Titans owner Amy Adams Strunk directly in an attempt to trade for DT Jeffery Simmons, now with the Bears.
| Footballguys view: Harbaugh said he left a message for Strunk but never spoke to her. He said the Giants' policy is to overturn every stone, that they aren't part of any "secret society oath" that only GMs can call GMs about trades, and that they're not apologizing for any communications they have to try to make moves. |
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Seahawks | Rookie Jadarian Price activated, Charbonnet to debut Monday vs. Bears Mon Nov 2, 04:05 PM
The Seahawks activated rookie RB Jadarian Price from injured reserve ahead of Monday night's game against the Bears.
| Footballguys view: Of course, Price's return further complicates an already-complicated backfield. Seattle also gets back RB Zach Charbonnet, who will make his 2026 season debut Monday night. You're likely taking your chances if you rely on either, but it's safe to assume those doing so aren't doing it by choice. |
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Cowboys | Rookie S Caleb Downs in concussion protocol ahead of Week 9 at Colts Mon Nov 2, 03:58 PM
Cowboys rookie S Caleb Downs is in the concussion protocol, head coach Brian Schottenheimer said on Monday.
| Footballguys view: Downs must go through the five-step return-to-participation process and will have a full week to try to get cleared before the Week 9 game at the Colts on Sunday. He played 53 defensive snaps in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals, recording four tackles, including a goal-line stop of RB Jeremiyah Love on fourth-and-goal. Downs was limited in practice on Wednesday and Thursday last week with an ankle injury. |
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Jets | Steelers linked to Garrett Wilson ahead of trade deadline, insider says 'Stay tuned' Mon Nov 2, 03:37 PM
The Steelers have been linked to Jets WR Garrett Wilson ahead of the NFL trade deadline, NFL insider Jason La Canfora reported. La Canfora wrote "Stay tuned" on X in response to Dave Dameshek, who was reacting to the report that Pittsburgh is interested in Wilson.
| Footballguys view: Wilson posted the best season of his career in 2024 with current Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers, catching 101 passes for 1,104 yards and seven touchdowns. The Steelers are on their bye week, and the trade deadline will pass before their next game. Stay tuned. |
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Commanders | Jacory Croskey-Merritt to stay on IR for at least two more games Mon Nov 2, 03:21 PM
Commanders RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt (groin) will remain on injured reserve for at least two more games, head coach Dan Quinn said on Monday.
| Footballguys view: Croskey-Merritt was placed on injured reserve after re-injuring his groin in mid-October. We'll continue to watch for more, but for now Rachaad White and Austin Ekeler are the healthy backs on the roster. Jeremy McNichols, who started against the Eagles Sunday night, suffered a foot injury that is believed to be serious. |
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Commanders | Dan Quinn 'concerned' Jeremy McNichols' 'mid foot' injury is serious Mon Nov 2, 03:21 PM
Commanders RB Jeremy McNichols has a "mid foot" injury, and head coach Dan Quinn said on Monday that he's concerned it's serious.
| Footballguys view: Quinn said the team will consider bringing in some running back help if that proves to be true. As things stand now, Rachaad White, who delivered an RB16 (through Sunday night) performance, and Austin Ekeler are the healthy backs on the roster. Jacory Croskey-Merritt is on injured reserve. The Commanders play the Rams on Sunday. |
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Giants | Cam Skattebo works on the side with trainer in first post-bye practice Mon Nov 2, 02:54 PM
Giants RB Cam Skattebo, who injured his hamstring on his long overtime run against the Texans in Week 7, worked on the side with a trainer in the team's first practice after the bye on Monday.
| Footballguys view: Giants head coach John Harbaugh described RB Cam Skattebo as "day-to-day" on Monday. Skattebo ran 17 times for 124 yards and a touchdown and also caught 1 pass for -3 yards before suffering the injury in overtime in Houston. With RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. on IR, Devin Singletary is the only healthy back on the roster, although RB Eric Gray is back with the team and practicing today. The Giants are also rumored to be interested in trading for Colts RB Jonathan Taylor. Stay tuned. There will undoubtedly be more to come this week. |
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Vikings | Kyler Murray's hamstring 'sore today,' O'Connell unsure on MNF availability Mon Nov 2, 02:48 PM
Vikings QB Kyler Murray's hamstring is "sore today," head coach Kevin O'Connell said on Monday, adding that the team is "going through a full eval of that as we work through the day."
| Footballguys view: Asked whether the injury could affect Murray's availability for next Monday's game against the Bills, O'Connell said "I don't think we're there yet" in terms of having an answer. Murray developed hamstring tightness late in Sunday's loss to the Lions. Carson Wentz will be standing by, but we might not gain clarity soon. The Vikings won't hit the practice field for Monday night's game until Thursday. |
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Packers | Christian Watson sore but 'doing great' with broken rib, 'we'll see as the week goes' Mon Nov 2, 02:48 PM
Packers WR Christian Watson is sore but "doing great" as he deals with a broken rib, the Packers' passing game coordinator Jason Vrable said on Monday. "We'll see as the week goes," Vrable said, adding that Watson will do everything possible to get his body ready for Sunday's game at the Patriots.
| Footballguys view: Watson caught eight passes for 113 yards in Thursday's win over the Panthers after saying he broke a rib during the game. We'll be monitoring his progress daily when the team begins preparation for Week 9 on Wednesday. |
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Packers | Micah Parsons set to practice this week, targeting Thanksgiving Eve return vs. Rams Mon Nov 2, 02:38 PM
Packers coach Matt LaFleur confirmed on Monday that DE Micah Parsons is set to practice this week as he works back from a torn ACL.
| Footballguys view: The Packers and Parsons are targeting the Thanksgiving Eve game against the Rams for his return to the field. |
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Lions | Lions say 'preliminary indications are positive' for Jack Campbell Mon Nov 2, 02:36 PM
The Lions offered the following update: "Jack Campbell continues to rest and recover at a local hospital," the team said. "Preliminary indications are positive and out of respect for Jack and his family we will not share further information at this time."
| Footballguys view: Campbell was injured making a tackle on Vikings TE T.J. Hockenson on the first play of the fourth quarter Sunday. He was carted off on a backboard, taken to the hospital for evaluation of a neck injury and kept there overnight. We'll follow up as needed. |
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Packers | LaFleur 'would anticipate' Josh Jacobs remaining with Packers amid NFL process Mon Nov 2, 02:27 PM
Packers HC Matt LaFleur addressed RB Josh Jacobs on Monday after case files involving Jacobs were released on Friday. "We're aware of the prior allegations on Josh. We're going to allow the NFL to do its process," LaFleur said. "But I would anticipate him being a member of us moving forward."
| Footballguys view: The NFL's investigation into Jacobs remains open and active and is now looking into the most recent allegations, as well as seeking additional information and evidence. We're all flying blind on this one, but if you're currently rostering and planning to play Jacobs, you'll need to monitor developments before making lineup decisions each week. |
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Colts | Steichen says Daniel Jones will remain Colts' starting QB Mon Nov 2, 02:21 PM
Colts QB Daniel Jones will remain the team's starting quarterback, head coach Shane Steichen said on Monday. Jones was benched for Anthony Richardson after throwing two interceptions in Sunday's 42-7 loss to the Jaguars, and Steichen said after the game that he was evaluating everything, including whether Jones would remain the starter.
| Footballguys view: On Sunday, Steichen benched Jones late in the game and gave Anthony Richardson his first playing time of the season. Richardson threw two passes, completing both of them for eight yards, and also took a sack for 10 yards. Richardson also had a five-yard run. As PFT noted, the Colts have already traded away two starters and would surely be willing to trade either Jones or Richardson if any other team wants them, but for now Steichen says he's coaching to win, and that Jones gives him the best chance to win. |
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Falcons | Zachariah Branch will be out this week, Stefanski says Mon Nov 2, 01:00 PM
Falcons rookie WR Zachariah Branch has a hamstring injury and will be out for this week's game, head coach Kevin Stefanski said on Monday.
| Footballguys view: Branch was injured in Sunday's 16-0 loss to the Buccaneers and did not return. Olamide Zacchaeus took over as the team's primary return man with Branch out. Atlanta takes on the Bengals in Madrid in Week 9. |
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Texans | Reed Blankenship still in concussion protocol, also had left hand surgery Mon Nov 2, 12:47 PM
Texans S Reed Blankenship remains in the concussion protocol and also had surgery on his left hand not long after the Jaguars game, per a source. The Texans will see how he progresses through the week.
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Saints | Saints weighing whether to open Travis Etienne Jr.'s return window Mon Nov 2, 12:37 PM
Saints head coach Kellen Moore said on Monday that the team is still deciding whether to designate RB Travis Etienne Jr. for return from injured reserve this week.
| Footballguys view: Etienne has been out since Week 3 with a hamstring injury. If his practice window opens, the Saints will have 21 days to activate him. Until Etienne returns, Alvin Kamara, Kendre Miller, and CJ Donaldson will split the workload, with Kamara the most viable fantasy option. Worth noting, the Saints fired run game coordinator T. J. Paganetti. Run-game issues have plagued the team this year. So even if Etienne returns, we should keep our expectations in check. |
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Broncos | Sean Payton won't answer 'internet gossip' on reported Jonathan Taylor interest Mon Nov 2, 11:51 AM
Broncos head coach Sean Payton declined on Monday to address reported interest in Colts RB Jonathan Taylor and other skill players. "George (Paton) and I will spend time looking at the team and anywhere we can improve it, but I'm not going to answer questions about internet gossip," Payton said.
| Footballguys view: The Broncos had been reported among the teams interested in Taylor after the Colts were said to be open to trading him. We'll be watching for more. The trade deadline is Nov. 10. |
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Texans | DeMeco Ryans: 'no significant update' on David Montgomery Mon Nov 2, 11:17 AM
Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans said on Monday there is no significant update on RB David Montgomery (groin). Ryans said the team will see how he progresses throughout the week. Montgomery was ruled out of the Week 7 game against the Giants with the groin injury.
| Footballguys view: Montgomery suffered the injury during Week 5 against the Titans. He has missed the last two games while the Texans were on a Week 8 bye. Montgomery's availability this week will depend on his participation in practice later in the week. Remember, while Montgomery has been sidelined, running back Woody Marks has handled the primary workload in Houston's backfield. |
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Jets | Breece Hall 'ready to return' after sitting out Sunday; RB won't be traded Mon Nov 2, 10:21 AM
Jets RB Breece Hall is now ready to return to the field after the Jets played without him on Sunday. New York lost to the Raiders 38-33 in Hall's absence.
| Footballguys view: In addition, Hall will not be traded at the deadline, head coach Aaron Glenn said on Monday. "Breece is still a part of this team," Glenn said. "I've said it before: We're in the business of keeping good players, and he's one of our better players, so he'll be here." Braelon Allen has run for 357 yards and one touchdown in Hall's absence over the past four weeks, leading some fans to wonder whether New York trading Hall is a possibility. The next question is whether we will see more of a shared workload going forward. Stay tuned. |
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Broncos | Troy Franklin's role expands vs. Chiefs Mon Nov 2, 08:50 AM
Broncos WR Troy Franklin's role expanded in Sunday's win over the Chiefs, according to the team's offensive snap counts.
| Footballguys view: This is likely not a permanent condition. Franklin saw more work as WR Jaylen Waddle's snaps were reduced after he dealt with a chest injury. We'll monitor Waddle's health closely in coming days. The Broncos play the Panthers in Week 9. |
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Broncos | Jaylen Waddle's snaps reduced vs. Chiefs after chest injury Mon Nov 2, 08:50 AM
Broncos WR Jaylen Waddle's role was reduced in Sunday's win over the Chiefs after he dealt with a chest injury, according to the team's offensive snap counts.
| Footballguys view: Waddle was active for the game after being listed as questionable with a chest injury. He caught 3 passes on 6 targets for 39 yards, with a touchdown and a two-point conversion, making him WR21 through Sunday's games. We'll monitor Waddle's health this week, with the Broncos set to play the Panthers. |
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Broncos | Jonah Coleman plays 41 snaps to J.K. Dobbins' 13 vs. Chiefs Mon Nov 2, 08:50 AM
Broncos rookie RB Jonah Coleman played 41 offensive snaps in Sunday's win over the Chiefs. RB J.K. Dobbins played 13 snaps.
| Footballguys view: Coleman out carried Dobbins 11 to 7, and the rookie ran 16 routes to Dobbins' 2. Coleman had a 17% target share. As Pro Football Focus' Nathan Jahnke noted, Coleman was already the top waiver-wire pickup last week, but he's a must-add in leagues where he's available. There has been talk of Denver considering trading for a running back. Still, the team might reconsider based on Coleman's 100-yard performance, including a 51-yard gain after catching a short pass from Bo Nix to set up Denver's go-ahead touchdown. The Broncos play the Panthers in Week 9. |
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Raiders | Mike Washington Jr. out-snaps Ashton Jeanty 38-25 in win over Jets Mon Nov 2, 07:31 AM
Raiders rookie RB Mike Washington Jr. played 38 offensive snaps to RB Ashton Jeanty's 25 in Sunday's 38-33 win over the Jets, roughly a 60-40 split in Washington's favor. Head coach Klint Kubiak said after the game that Jeanty's limited carries were "my call" and that Jeanty remains "a big part of our team."
| Footballguys view: As ESPN.com's Tristan Cockcroft suggested, the reasons for Jeanty's in-game benching are unclear, but Washington's usage -- both this week and in earlier games -- signals his importance as an insurance policy. That said, it seems likely that Jeanty will resume his starter's role in Week 9 against the 49ers. Cockcroft pointed to Washington's 3.3-yard-per-carry average -- and the fact that he was stuffed at the line six times -- while Jeanty provided the Raiders some utility in the receiving game (three catches, 64 yards). All that said, this is a situation we'll watch closely. |
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Buccaneers | Yaya Diaby believed to have MCL sprain, hope is he won't miss 'extended time' Mon Nov 2, 07:15 AM
Buccaneers DE Yaya Diaby, who exited Sunday's 16-0 win over the Falcons early, is believed to have suffered an MCL sprain.
| Footballguys view: He will have an MRI on Monday morning, but the hope is the injury is not one to cause him to miss extended time. |
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Chiefs | Chiefs 'will explore what's available' at WR, Thomas Jr. and Downs mentioned Mon Nov 2, 06:15 AM
Chiefs GM Brett Veach told CBS sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson during Sunday's loss to the Broncos that, with WR Tyquan Thornton out for the season and WR Rashee Rice having a history of soft tissue injuries, the team "will explore what's available at the wide receiver position."
| Footballguys view: Wolfson added that Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. and Colts WR Josh Downs have been mentioned and that the Chiefs "will make calls and see where everything stands" over the next week. ProFootballTalk reported that the Chiefs, Steelers, and Commanders have interest in Thomas, and that Downs is Kansas City's Plan B if it cannot pry Thomas away from Jacksonville. Stay tuned. The trade deadline is Nov. 10. |
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Ravens | Baltimore has already reached out to Bears about Bagent Mon Nov 2, 02:55 AM
The Ravens have reached out to the Bears about QB Tyson Bagent, who is Baltimore's top trade pursuit according to multiple high-ranking NFL personnel executives, Sports Illustrated's Jason La Canfora reported on Sunday.
| Footballguys view: Baltimore is headed into the trade deadline without QB Lamar Jackson, who is going on injured reserve after thumb surgery, and with QB Tyler Huntley dealing with turf toe, leaving rookie undrafted free agent QB Joe Fagnano. La Canfora reported that the Bears rebuffed all overtures for Bagent over the summer and believe he can be a valuable backup in head coach Ben Johnson's system, with one NFL GM saying, "Chicago doesn't have to trade him. They like him." The trade deadline is November 10. |
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Jaguars | Chiefs, Steelers, Commanders interested in Brian Thomas Jr., Jaguars not inclined to deal Mon Nov 2, 12:20 AM
The Chiefs, Steelers and Commanders have interest in Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. The Jaguars have not shown much inclination to trade him, even if Thomas would prefer a fresh start. "Contenders usually aren't sellers at the trade deadline."
| Footballguys view: Currently, the Chiefs, Steelers, and Commanders have interest. According to PFT, the Steelers have greater interest in the Colts Josh Downs. Downs, however, is Kansas City's Plan B if they can't get Thomas away from the Jaguars. The Jaguars have no real incentive to move him unless they get a big offer. We'll see if it comes. The trade deadline is Nov. 10. |
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Commanders | Jayden Daniels says he got 'the wind knocked out of him' Mon Nov 2, 12:03 AM
Commanders QB Jayden Daniels said he got the wind knocked out of him when he appeared hurt on the field and on the bench during Sunday's win over the Eagles.
| Footballguys view: Daniels threw for 217 yards and a touchdown. As ESPN.com's John Keim noted, Daniels wasn't all that sharp, but he made big plays and averaged 13.5 yards per completion against a defense that was healthier than it has been. In the end, it was sufficient for Daniels to get his first win since Oct. 5, 2025. He'll try to build on that going up against the Rams in Week 9. |
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Chargers | Harbaugh sticking with McDaniel calling plays after 0-7 start: 'We're the only ones that can fix them' Sun Nov 1, 10:07 PM
Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh still plans to let offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel call plays after Sunday's 24-9 loss to the Rams dropped the team to 0-7. Los Angeles failed to score a touchdown for the second straight game, with all nine points coming on Cameron Dicker field goals. Asked about McDaniel's future, Harbaugh said, "We're aware of what the issues are, and we're the only ones that can fix them," adding that the team's motivation is "a dedication to getting it changed, getting it fixed." QB Justin Herbert completed 24 of 32 passes for 257 yards with two interceptions and was sacked twice, while the Chargers ran for just 64 yards.
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Ravens | Ravens down to one healthy QB in Joe Fagnano, may explore trade for Tyson Bagent Sun Nov 1, 09:47 PM
With QB Lamar Jackson and QB Tyler Huntley both injured on Sunday, the Ravens are down to one quarterback, Joe Fagnano. Baltimore may explore a possible trade for Bears QB Tyson Bagent.
| Footballguys view: Ravens offensive coordinator Declan Doyle held that same position last year in Chicago. And the Bears have three quarterbacks. Jackson is set for a stint on IR due to a thumb injury that will require surgery; Huntley is dealing with turf toe. The only other quarterback on the roster is Joe Fagnano, who played after Jackson and Huntley were hurt. We'll continue to monitor this situation while reminding you that the Ravens have a short turnaround to a Thursday night meeting with the Jaguars. |
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Dolphins | Hafley needs to teach Ollie Gordon II 'how he has to react' after penalty Sun Nov 1, 08:03 PM
Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley said on Sunday that he wants to keep his conversation with RB Ollie Gordon II private after Gordon's unsportsmanlike penalty against the Patriots but added: "Ollie's a young player who has a lot of fire and energy to him. I need to do a good job of teaching him how he has to react in situations."
| Footballguys view: Gordon, who carried the ball 19 times for 69 yards, drew the costly penalty for trash-talking Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane. QB Malik Willis said of his sideline interaction with Gordon after the penalty: "Ollie is a competitor and cares about the game a lot, but I had to tell him that he's dead a** wrong." Remember: Hafley pulled Gordon out of a preseason game against the Commanders after he drew an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty. We'll be watching for any fallout when the Dolphins begin preparing to play the Lions in Week 9. |
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Broncos | Dobbins held to 13 yards on 7 carries in win over Chiefs Sun Nov 1, 07:40 PM
Denver Broncos RB J.K. Dobbins ran 7 times for 13 yards in Sunday's 28-24 win over the Kansas City Chiefs. He was projected for 8.0 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 1.3.
| Footballguys view: Dobbins, who had 14 snaps in this one, has fallen well behind rookie Jonah Coleman, who had 40 snaps. According to Pro Football Focus' Nathan Jahnke, Dobbins will likely still receive five to 10 carries per game, but that's not enough to put him in fantasy starting lineups. He is just a handcuff at this point. Once RJ Harvey returns from IR, Dobbins could be phased out of the offense completely. |
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Chiefs | Mahomes throws for 321 yards, three touchdowns in loss to Broncos Sun Nov 1, 07:40 PM
Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes II completed 30 of 41 passes for 321 yards with 3 touchdowns in Sunday's 28-24 loss to the Denver Broncos. He was projected for 16.6 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 25.4.
| Footballguys view: For three quarters, Mahomes was excellent, tying a career high with three touchdown passes under pressure and looking more confident as the game progressed. But as ESPN.com's Nate Taylor noted, the QB's decision not to throw the ball away on third-and-2 from the Broncos' 30-yard line, losing 6 yards on the sack, was uncharacteristic and a critical reason for the loss. The Chiefs face the Jets in Week 9. |
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Chiefs | Johnson runs for 15 yards, 128 receiving, one receiving TD in loss to Broncos Sun Nov 1, 07:40 PM
Kansas City Chiefs RB Emmett Johnson ran 1 time for 15 yards and also caught 5 passes for 128 yards and a touchdown on 5 targets in Sunday's 28-24 loss to the Denver Broncos. He was projected for 4.2 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 22.8.
| Footballguys view: Johnson continued to demonstrate he's one of the best plug-and-play handcuffs in the league. As a standalone play, he may seem like a good waiver-wire target considering his fantasy production, but Pro Football Focus' Nathan Jahnke notes the rookie's role has been decreasing on early downs rather than increasing. |
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Dolphins | Coleman catches 3 passes for 46 yards, a touchdown in loss to Patriots Sun Nov 1, 07:36 PM
Miami Dolphins WR Kevin Coleman Jr. caught 3 passes for 46 yards and a touchdown on 3 targets in Sunday's 24-19 loss to the New England Patriots. He was projected for 1.3 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 12.1.
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Patriots | Maye throws for 199 yards, two touchdowns in win over Dolphins Sun Nov 1, 07:36 PM
New England Patriots QB Drake Maye completed 16 of 20 passes for 199 yards with 2 touchdowns and ran 8 times for 5 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-19 win over the Miami Dolphins. He was projected for 20.9 fantasy points (half-PPR) and finished with 22.5.
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Lions | Jack Campbell to remain hospitalized overnight after injury against Vikings Sun Nov 1, 07:25 PM
Lions LB Jack Campbell will remain hospitalized overnight after suffering what appeared to be a serious injury in Sunday's game against the Vikings, the team said. Campbell was carted off on a backboard and taken to the hospital for evaluation of a neck injury earlier Sunday.
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Broncos | Jonah Coleman handles the bulk of the workload Sun Nov 1, 07:25 PM
Denver Broncos rookie running back Jonah Coleman turned in a breakout performance in Week 8, leading the team to a 28-24 come-from-behind victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.
| Footballguys view: Though his day got off to a sluggish start, Coleman exploded for a pair of big, late plays to seal the win and likely a leading role going forward. As ESPN.com's Tristan Cockcroft noted, Coleman finished with 20.4 fantasy points, pacing the Broncos backfield in snap rate (68%), carries (11), and touches (15) for the second consecutive week. Coleman's receiving usage was notable (16 routes, five targets). The Broncos will face Carolina in Week 9. |
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Vikings | Justin Jefferson declines to speak after loss; O'Connell, Murray acknowledge frustration Sun Nov 1, 07:21 PM
Vikings WR Justin Jefferson declined to speak with reporters after Sunday's 19-15 loss to the Lions in Detroit. Head coach Kevin O'Connell and QB Kyler Murray both acknowledged the receiver's frustration. Jefferson said last week that his slow statistical season was "definitely an in-between feeling" during the Vikings' 6-0 start.
| Footballguys view: O'Connell pointed to three plays where he thought Murray could have given Jefferson better chances to make big plays. As ESPN.com's Kevin Seifert noted, Jefferson has been unable to maintain his career production levels since the start of the 2025 season, as the Vikings have used four different starting quarterbacks. He has already doubled his touchdown output this season (four) when compared with 2025, but otherwise is off to the worst start in his career. It's a situation worth watching. |
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Commanders | Treylon Burks active for Sunday night vs. Eagles Sun Nov 1, 07:14 PM
Commanders WR Treylon Burks (foot) is active for Sunday night's game against the Eagles. Burks was listed as questionable for the matchup.
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Cowboys | Jake Ferguson suffered 'low ankle sprain' against Cardinals Sun Nov 1, 06:58 PM
Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson suffered a low ankle sprain in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: Ferguson only managed four offensive snaps before an ankle injury caused him to miss the rest of the game. The Cowboys started the game down one tight end, as TE Luke Schoonmaker was inactive with a groin injury. This led Dallas to elevate James Mitchell from the practice squad, and he served as the TE2 behind Brevyn Spann-Ford, who has recently cut into Ferguson's work on early downs. |
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Jets | Jets have had no 'serious internal discussions' about trading Breece Hall Sun Nov 1, 06:43 PM
The Jets have not had any serious internal discussions about trading RB Breece Hall ahead of the Tuesday, Nov. 10 trade deadline, according to multiple sources. The team views Hall and RB Braelon Allen as capable of forming one of the NFL's best running back duos, though it does not plan to sign Hall to an extension. "He's an important part of what we're doing, what we're building," head coach Aaron Glenn said of Hall on Sunday. Teams that miss out on Colts RB Jonathan Taylor are expected to check in on Hall, and an aggressive offer could force an unforeseen discussion.
| Footballguys view: Glenn probably won't be this team's head coach next season, so the opinion of GM Darren Mougey is more important than Glenn's ideas about what the team is building. Mougey is the one building it, and there's no reason for him to build to Glenn's preferences with the team now at 2-6. |
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Broncos | WR Courtland Sutton returns to the game Sun Nov 1, 05:51 PM
Broncos WR Courtland Sutton has returned to Sunday's game against the Chiefs after being injured in the second quarter.
| Footballguys view: Sutton took a big shot in the ribs on a catch up the left sideline from QB Bo Nix. Sutton needed attending to after the hit. Sutton finished the day with four catches for 53 yards. We'll monitor Sutton's status when the Broncos begin preparing to take on the Panthers in Week 9. |
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Dolphins | WR Malik Washington returns to the game Sun Nov 1, 05:46 PM
Dolphins WR Malik Washington has returned to Sunday's game against the Patriots after being injured in the second quarter.
| Footballguys view: Washington briefly exited the game in the second quarter after taking a hard hit over the middle from Patriots linebacker Christian Elliss. He walked off under his own power and went into the blue medical tent for evaluation. Washington quickly returned to the field before halftime and caught a touchdown pass. |
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Cardinals | LaFleur has made no decision on Week 9 starting QB after Minshew's comeback Sun Nov 1, 05:40 PM
Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur said on Sunday he has made no decisions about the team's starting quarterback for Week 9 against the Seahawks.
| Footballguys view: Gardner Minshew II replaced Jacoby Brissett with 1:35 left in the third quarter and the Cardinals trailing 17-3, then led touchdown drives on his first four possessions in a 33-30 overtime win over the Cowboys, finishing 17-of-23 for 188 yards and three touchdowns. LaFleur said he made the change because the team needed "a spark," adding, "I thought his timing was great... He's about as resilient as they come." LaFleur also said, "I know what the story is going to be, and so does [Brissett], but it was the collective." Stay tuned. |
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