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  Vikings | O'Connell rules out Kyler Murray for Monday night, Carson Wentz to start vs. Bills    Thu Nov 5, 08:48 PM

Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell announced on Thursday that QB Carson Wentz will start Monday night's Week 9 game against the Bills because QB Kyler Murray's hamstring injury will keep him sidelined. Murray was hurt late in Sunday's 19-15 loss to the Lions. The injury was ruled a Grade 1 sprain and his prognosis was listed as day-to-day, but O'Connell ruled him out three days early.

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  Ravens | Joe Fagnano has right ankle 'heavily wrapped up' ahead of Thursday start    Thu Nov 5, 07:29 PM

Ravens QB Joe Fagnano has his right ankle "heavily wrapped up" ahead of Thursday night's Week 9 game against the Jaguars. If something happens with Fagnano, QB Austin Reed is the backup. Reed was brought in this week after spending the preseason with the Ravens.

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  Seahawks | Drew Lock limited again Thursday, still in line to start vs. Cardinals    Thu Nov 5, 07:11 PM

Seahawks QB Drew Lock remained a limited participant in practice on Thursday with an elbow injury but is in line to start Sunday against the Cardinals. Lock has been listed as limited on every injury report since Week 6. Head coach Mike Macdonald said on Wednesday that Lock is 'able to throw.'

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  Chiefs | Patrick Mahomes practices in full again Thursday    Thu Nov 5, 05:05 PM

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) was a full participant in practice on Thursday. He was also a full participant on Wednesday. The Chiefs host the Jets on Sunday.

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  Dolphins | Malik Willis practices in full again Thursday    Thu Nov 5, 04:26 PM

Dolphins QB Malik Willis (groin) was a full participant at practice on Thursday. Willis also practiced in full on Wednesday as Miami prepares to host the Lions on Sunday.

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  Buccaneers | Baker Mayfield a full participant again on Thursday    Thu Nov 5, 04:06 PM

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (right thumb) was a full participant in practice on Thursday. Mayfield was also a full participant in Wednesday's practice. Tampa Bay plays at the Bears on Sunday night in Week 9.

Footballguys view: Mayfield completed 0-of-3 passes for zero yards in the Bucs' 16-0, Week 8 win over the Falcons. Against the Bears on Sunday night, we've got Mayfield in the QB3 range, which means even in start-2QB/superflex leagues you're unlikely to start him in Week 9.

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  Ravens | Lamar Jackson, Tyler Huntley officially placed on IR; Austin Reed signed to 53-man roster    Thu Nov 5, 04:05 PM

The Ravens officially placed QBs Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley on injured reserve on Thursday and signed QB Austin Reed to the 53-man roster. Jackson is set to undergo surgery on his right thumb, an injury head coach Jesse Minter called 'potentially season ending,' while Huntley suffered a turf toe injury described as 'season-ending.' Joe Fagnano is set to start Thursday's game against the Jaguars, with Reed and Kedon Slovis as his backups.

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  Vikings | IR for Kyler Murray 'not under consideration at all,' Wentz to start vs. Bills    Thu Nov 5, 01:30 PM

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell said on Thursday that placing QB Kyler Murray on injured reserve is "not under consideration at all." O'Connell said Murray's hamstring injury is "not much more than a week-to-week kind of thing," but the team does not want to risk making it worse. QB Carson Wentz will start for Minnesota in Monday night's game against the Bills.

Footballguys view: A week-to-week injury means it may be some time before we see Murray back out there for the Vikings. Wentz is the starter again, and the team is looking for a spark that Murray wasn't providing. If he didn't have the hamstring injury, Murray would be in line to be benched based on his play.

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  Seahawks | Sam Darnold also suffered cracked rib on second snap Monday, out this week    Thu Nov 5, 12:47 PM

Seahawks QB Sam Darnold is out for Week 9 against the Cardinals after injuring his quad at the end of Monday night's game against the Bears. Head coach Mike Macdonald said Darnold also suffered a cracked rib when he took a hit on the second snap of that game, which Seattle lost 34-17.

Footballguys view: Darnold is out for at least Week 9, and Drew Lock is the starter for the Seahawks. He's dealing with an elbow problem, so Seattle may have to play Jalen Milroe if Lock aggravates the injury. Some think Darnold is going to miss more than one game with these injuries.

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  Browns | Shedeur Sanders 'will likely start' vs. Saints    Thu Nov 5, 11:30 AM

Browns QB Shedeur Sanders will likely start Sunday's game against the Saints, the beat writer reported on Thursday. Rookie WR Denzel Boston spoke Thursday about traits he admires in Sanders.

Footballguys view: Deshaun Watson did not practice on Thursday as he goes through the league concussion protocol. Sanders is set to start against the Saints, and Fantasy GMs should consider him a QB2/streaming option if he's under center.

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  Vikings | Schefter: 'Trending towards Carson Wentz starting' for injured Kyler Murray on MNF    Thu Nov 5, 10:20 AM

Vikings QB Carson Wentz could start Monday night against the Bills in place of QB Kyler Murray, who is dealing with a hamstring injury. "It sounds like it is trending towards Carson Wentz starting Monday night," ESPN's Adam Schefter said on Thursday. Murray's hamstring was tight on Sunday and "sore" on Monday, per head coach Kevin O'Connell, with a "full eval" to follow, and offensive coordinator Wes Phillips noted the uncertainty on Tuesday. The Vikings hold their first practice of the week on Thursday.

Footballguys view: Murray has a hamstring injury, and the team needs to find a spark at the quarterback position. Wentz has never seen a coverage he doesn't like, and that mentality is what Fantasy GMs are looking for. Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison can do more with a quarterback willing to attack a defense.

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  Buccaneers | Baker Mayfield full participant in Wednesday practice    Wed Nov 4, 09:35 PM

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (right thumb) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. Tampa Bay plays at the Bears on Sunday night in Week 9.

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  Seahawks | Drew Lock limited Wednesday with elbow injury as Darnold is ruled out    Wed Nov 4, 09:07 PM

Seahawks QB Drew Lock was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday with a right elbow injury. Head coach Mike Macdonald said QB Sam Darnold will be out for Sunday's game against the Cardinals with a quad injury he suffered late in Monday's game. Lock was the emergency QB for Monday night's game because of the elbow injury.

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  Rams | Matthew Stafford full participant Wednesday despite arm soreness    Wed Nov 4, 08:21 PM

Rams QB Matthew Stafford was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. Head coach Sean McVay would not say much about the ice pack on Stafford's arm after Sunday's win over the Chargers other than to say it was soreness.

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  Rams | Matthew Stafford 'not too worried' about right elbow soreness    Wed Nov 4, 05:40 PM

Rams QB Matthew Stafford downplayed leaving the locker room on Sunday with an ice pack on his right elbow, saying on Wednesday that he has iced throughout the season. "Little bit of soreness and stuff that is not uncommon this time of year," Stafford said. "Haven't missed a rep in a game. Feel good. So I'm not too worried about it."

Footballguys view: Stafford is a seasoned veteran who has dealt with nagging injuries before. Against the Commanders in Week 9, we've got him in the QB2 (with QB1 upside) range for Fantasy GMs out there.

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  Panthers | Bryce Young listed as full participant on estimated report    Wed Nov 4, 05:00 PM

Panthers QB Bryce Young (ankle) was listed as a full participant on Wednesday's estimated injury report. The Panthers did not practice Wednesday after practicing Tuesday, and the estimated report reflects what was seen on the practice field the day before. Carolina hosts the Broncos in Week 9.

Footballguys view: Young is coming off a Thursday night game in Week 8 where he was sacked six times. Now, he gets to face a sack-happy Broncos defense in Week 9. The Panthers need to do a much better job protecting him this week. Expect a lot of short passes to keep the Broncos' rushers at bay.

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  Chiefs | Patrick Mahomes a full participant in Wednesday practice    Wed Nov 4, 04:41 PM

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) practiced in full on Wednesday. Mahomes was off the injury report ahead of last Sunday's game against the Broncos, when he threw for 321 yards and three touchdowns in a loss.

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  Dolphins | Malik Willis practices in full Wednesday    Wed Nov 4, 04:30 PM

Dolphins QB Malik Willis (groin) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. Willis was also listed with a groin injury and practiced in full last Wednesday.

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  Texans | C.J. Stroud says Tank Dell 'did amazing,' expects his role to 'pick up'    Wed Nov 4, 04:12 PM

Texans QB C.J. Stroud praised WR Tank Dell on Wednesday. "Tank did amazing. I thought he played really well," Stroud said. "His role, I think will pick up for us."

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  Cardinals | Jacoby Brissett projected to start Week 10, Ravens could have four QBs start in four games    Wed Nov 4, 03:00 PM

Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett is projected to be the Ravens' starting quarterback for Week 10 against the Chargers, which would give Baltimore four different starting quarterbacks in four games. The Ravens are finalizing a trade for Brissett. Tyler Huntley started Week 7 against the Bengals, Lamar Jackson started Week 8 at the Bills, and rookie Joe Fagnano is set to start Thursday against the Jaguars.

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  Ravens | Ravens finalizing trade for Jacoby Brissett after Jackson, Huntley injuries    Wed Nov 4, 02:45 PM

The Ravens are finalizing a trade for Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett, a deal also reported by Adam Schefter. The move fills the void left by injuries to Ravens QBs Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley. The deal is expected to be completed this weekend.

Footballguys view: The Ravens play on Thursday night against the Jaguars, so the deal couldn't get done in time for him to play this week. However, Brissett is a seasoned veteran who should be able to pick up the offense quickly. That means he could certainly be the team's starter in Week 10. The Ravens play against the hapless Chargers that week on Monday Night Football.

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  Eagles naming Joe Milton III starting QB, benching Tanner McKee for Giants game    Wed Nov 4, 02:01 PM

The Eagles are naming QB Joe Milton III their starting quarterback and benching QB Tanner McKee for Sunday's Week 9 game against the Giants, NFL Network's Mike Garafolo and ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Wednesday. McKee is 0-3 as a starter. Milton will be the fourth different Eagles quarterback to throw a pass this season, after Jalen Hurts (blood clots), Andy Dalton (released) and McKee. Philadelphia is 2-6 and has lost six straight.

Footballguys view: Milton has a big arm, like 80 yards on a rope kind of arm, and he's going to be able to stretch the field because of that. He'll need to work on his consistency, but the athleticism and arm strength make him an intriguing prospect. Add Milton in start-2QB/superflex leagues as a "lottery ticket" addition. It could work out okay, or it could be disastrous in a lost season for the Eagles.

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  Seahawks | Drew Lock dealing with elbow injury; Macdonald says 'he's able to throw'    Wed Nov 4, 01:52 PM

Seahawks QB Drew Lock is dealing with an elbow injury, head coach Mike Macdonald said on Wednesday. "He's able to throw. How much, we're working through that right now," Macdonald said. Lock is in line to start with QB Sam Darnold out with a quad injury.

Footballguys view: Lock has been an emergency QB3 for the Seahawks over the last couple of weeks as he deals with this injury. Now, he's thrust into the starting lineup again with Darnold out for at least this week (and perhaps even Week 10). Jalen Milroe will get some work this week as well, but Macdonald had no issue calling Lock the starter on Wednesday. We've got Lock in the QB2 range.

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  Seahawks | Sam Darnold out this week with quad injury, 'week-to-week' but not going on IR    Wed Nov 4, 01:51 PM

Seahawks QB Sam Darnold is out for Week 9 against the Cardinals with a quad injury, head coach Mike Macdonald said on Wednesday. Macdonald called Darnold week-to-week, and he is not going on injured reserve.

Footballguys view: The Bears got after Darnold in Week 8, and now he's going to miss at least this week against the Cardinals. We'll see Drew Lock as the starter again, and he's a QB2 option in superflex leagues.

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  Browns | Monken not ruling out Watson, Shedeur Sanders takes QB1 reps on Wednesday    Wed Nov 4, 12:10 PM

Browns QB Deshaun Watson remains in the concussion protocol, and QB Shedeur Sanders took the QB1 reps in practice on Wednesday. Head coach Todd Monken is not yet ruling out Watson for Sunday's game at the Saints but acknowledged the return-to-play process is "a little more difficult for a quarterback" because of the mental preparation needed to get ready for game day. Asked if Watson could play Sunday without practicing but getting cleared Saturday, Monken did not commit: "I don't know that."

Footballguys view: Getting through the concussion protocol may not be something Watson can do in such short order. The team and Fantasy GMs should be preparing to have Sanders under center in Week 9. That could mean plenty of targets for guys like Harold Fannin Jr. and KC Concepcion Jr.

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  KC Concepcion Jr. has 'a bit of rapport' with Shedeur Sanders from camp    Wed Nov 4, 11:42 AM

Browns rookie WR KC Concepcion Jr. caught a lot of passes from QB Shedeur Sanders during Cleveland's quarterback competition in training camp, giving the pair "a bit of rapport." "All we have to do is get that bond back started," Concepcion said. QB Deshaun Watson is in the concussion protocol, and Sanders is in line to start if he can't clear.

Footballguys view: Sanders can work underneath routes, so we expect plenty of targets for TE Harold Fannin Jr. However, the connection and chemistry with Concepcion cannot be denied. With Sanders out there, we view Concepcion as a WR3/flex option for Fantasy GMs in Week 9.

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  Browns | Deshaun Watson in concussion protocol, Shedeur Sanders in line to start if he can't clear    Wed Nov 4, 09:32 AM

Browns QB Deshaun Watson has been placed in the concussion protocol, the team announced on Wednesday. Watson was evaluated for a head injury during Sunday's loss to the Steelers before returning to the game. Cleveland plays at the Saints on Sunday in Week 9, and QB Shedeur Sanders would be in line to start if Watson cannot clear the protocol in time.

Footballguys view: It would be a challenge for Watson to clear league protocol and play in Week 9. The 'vibe' around the Browns is that Sanders is going to get his first start of 2026. He's a skilled passer when it comes to underneath routes, so TE Harold Fannin should be in line for plenty of targets with Sanders under center. We only see Sanders as a QB3, so even if you play in a start-2QB/superflex league, he's likely on your bench if he's on a roster at all.

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  Ravens | Tyler Huntley suffers 'season-ending' turf toe injury, Joe Fagnano to start Thursday    Wed Nov 4, 07:24 AM

Tests revealed that Ravens QB Tyler Huntley suffered a season-ending turf toe injury. With QB Lamar Jackson out indefinitely with a thumb injury, rookie QB Joe Fagnano will start Thursday night's Week 9 game against the Jaguars.

Footballguys view: Fagnano struggled against the Bills last week, and we imagine those struggles will continue against a better Jaguars defense. This negatively impacts the fantasy value of guys like Derrick Henry and Zay Flowers. The Ravens made a move for Jacoby Brissett that should be finalized over the weekend, and we imagine he starts for the Ravens in Week 10 (on Monday Night Football against the Chargers).

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  Panthers | 'Increasing chatter' that Panthers, Bryce Young quietly working toward new deal    Wed Nov 4, 06:19 AM

Panthers QB Bryce Young remains without a second contract in his fourth season, but there is "increasing chatter" that the Panthers and Young are quietly working toward a new deal. In theory, a new deal could be done at any time. Young and the Panthers "never really got anywhere" on a contract before the season.

Footballguys view: With no movement before the season, the plan was to let Young play through this season before getting a new deal done. Even though some struggles (playing behind that OL can't be fun) have plagued Young this season, a new deal with the Panthers that pays him in excess of $50 million annually could be in his future.

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  Ravens | Joe Fagnano a full participant in Tuesday's practice    Tue Nov 3, 04:45 PM

Ravens rookie QB Joe Fagnano (ankle) was a full participant in practice on Tuesday. Fagnano has been named the starter for Thursday night's game against the Jaguars. The Ravens' final injury report for the game comes out on Wednesday.

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  Ravens | Joe Fagnano will start Thursday night vs. the Jaguars, Jesse Minter announces    Tue Nov 3, 03:38 PM

Ravens head coach Jesse Minter announced on Tuesday that rookie QB Joe Fagnano will start Thursday night's Week 9 game against the Jaguars.

Footballguys view: Fagnano has been dealing with a right ankle injury and wore a brace on his ankle at practice on Tuesday. Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley have been ruled out for Thursday. The Ravens added Austin Reed and Kedon Slovis for depth. But Fagnano is currently the best hope for getting the most out of the team's other skill players.

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  Ravens | Joe Fagnano walks onto practice field wearing brace on injured right ankle    Tue Nov 3, 01:44 PM

Ravens rookie QB Joe Fagnano walked onto the practice field on Tuesday wearing a brace around his injured right ankle. Fagnano was described as having 'a chance' to play Thursday against the Jaguars, with Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley ruled out.

Footballguys view: Fagnano's availability isn't a sure thing, but the Ravens don't have great options here. The Ravens signed Austin Reed to their practice squad on Monday, and he could find himself in the mix for playing time during his first days with the team. Baltimore also signed Kedon Slovis off Green Bay's practice squad for additional depth. Stay tuned. This could go right up to game time.

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  Raiders | Mark Davis: 'Absolutely no pressure whatsoever' to start Fernando Mendoza    Tue Nov 3, 01:32 PM

Raiders owner Mark Davis said in a Monday interview with CNBC that there is "absolutely no pressure whatsoever" from him to start rookie QB Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 overall pick, as reported by Adam Hill of the Las Vegas Review-Journal.

Footballguys view: Davis said the team was "fortunate to get Kirk Cousins as someone who could bridge the gap" and added, "I think we're fortunate he doesn't have to go out and play." Davis said Mendoza is "picking it up great" and that he is "really happy with the way it is with Fernando right now, and we'll see what happens." Mendoza has made one appearance this season, completing 6 of 8 passes for 48 yards in mop-up duty in the Week 5 loss to the Patriots.

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  Cowboys | Jerry Jones says Dak Prescott is healthy    Tue Nov 3, 09:41 AM

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott is healthy, owner Jerry Jones said on Tuesday on 105.3 The Fan. "I thought he played well (Sunday) considering the protection and us not being able to get the running game going," Jones said of Prescott's performance in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals.

Footballguys view: For the second time this season, Prescott threw for fewer than 200 yards (195) against Arizona. His touchdown pass required a one-handed catch from WR Ryan Flournoy. Prescott was able to use his legs, picking up his first rushing touchdown of the season, but, as ESPN.com's Todd Archer suggested, for a team with so many playmakers, the Cowboys have been kept in check in three of their past four games.

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  Ravens | Rapoport expects Ravens to 'consider some QB trades,' names Bagent, Brissett    Tue Nov 3, 09:31 AM

With Ravens QB Lamar Jackson headed to injured reserve and QB Tyler Huntley (toe) expected to miss time, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport said, "I do expect the Baltimore Ravens to go out and consider some QB trades," naming Bears QB Tyson Bagent and Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett as potential options.

Footballguys view: Bagent has six career starts, including two this season, while Brissett started every game this season before being demoted this week to No. 3 on Arizona's depth chart behind Gardner Minshew II and rookie Carson Beck; Ravens QB coach Israel Woolfork coached Brissett last year in Arizona. Baltimore signed QB Austin Reed to the practice squad on Monday, and he will likely back up rookie Joe Fagnano for Thursday's game against the Jaguars, assuming Fagnano is healthy enough to play. The team is also adding QB Kedon Slovis, whom they're signing off the Packers' practice squad.

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  Texans | Stroud turned down deal similar to Lawrence's, in line for 'a bigger one'    Tue Nov 3, 09:22 AM

Texans QB C.J. Stroud turned down a contract extension this summer similar to the one Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence signed, according to sources.

Footballguys view: Stroud is in line for a bigger deal amid a 2027 quarterback market on the rise. "He's making himself a lot of money. New tax bracket," one source said of Stroud's decision to bet on himself. So far, it's working out well for Stroud -- and fantasy investors. Stroud is currently QB12 on a points-per-game basis. The Texans face the Chargers in Week 9.

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  Ravens | Joe Fagnano has 'a chance' to play Thursday with Jackson, Huntley ruled out    Tue Nov 3, 06:22 AM

Ravens rookie QB Joe Fagnano is dealing with an ankle injury but has "a chance" to play Thursday night against the Jaguars, coach Jesse Minter said.

Footballguys view: QBs Lamar Jackson (thumb) and Tyler Huntley (toe) have both been ruled out for the Week 9 game. The Ravens are signing Kedon Slovis to their 53-man roster from the Packers' practice squad. Hence, the options for Thursday night against Jacksonville now include Fagnano, Austin Reed, and Slovis, who played in two games last season with Arizona.

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  Rams | Matthew Stafford dealing with right elbow soreness after win over Chargers    Tue Nov 3, 12:05 AM

Rams QB Matthew Stafford is dealing with soreness in his right elbow, the team said on Monday. Stafford was seen with ice on his right elbow after Sunday's win over the Chargers.

Footballguys view: How the soreness affects his participation in practice this week will be worth watching ahead of the Rams' Week 9 game at the Commanders. That said, Stafford has a long history of playing through injuries. It will take more than soreness to keep him off the field.

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  Seahawks | Lock inactive as emergency third QB again, Milroe backs up Darnold vs. Bears    Mon Nov 2, 06:58 PM

Seahawks QB Drew Lock, Seattle's QB2, is inactive for Monday night's game against the Bears after being listed as questionable with a right elbow injury. For the second straight week, Lock will dress as the emergency third quarterback, meaning he can only play if both QB Sam Darnold and QB Jalen Milroe go down. Milroe serves as Darnold's backup.

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  Vikings | Kyler Murray's Week 9 status uncertain, O'Connell says he 'remains the starter' if healthy    Mon Nov 2, 05:24 PM

Vikings QB Kyler Murray's hamstring is sore enough on Monday that the team does not yet know if he will be available for the Week 9 Monday night game against the Bills. If healthy, Murray remains the starter, head coach Kevin O'Connell said.

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  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.

Footballguys view: 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.

Footballguys view: 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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  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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  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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  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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  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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  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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