Troy Aikman: It seems like ESPN is going to go in a different direction
Hall of Fame quarterback and ESPN/ABC Monday Night Football analyst Troy Aikman made some waves on Thursday morning by creating the clear impression that he’s planning to leave after his current contract expires, after Super Bowl LXI. Aikman elaborated on his remarks to Jimmy Traina of Underscore Media. “It just
Eagles Open Four Practice Windows
OCTOBER 15: When asked by The Athletic’s Zach Berman about the team’s stance on its left guard starter, Dickerson simply deferred to Sirianni and Roseman. It will be interesting to see if a return to first-team duties is in store in the short term and if a trade could become
Ravens add Zay Flowers to injury report as limited participant
With quarterback Lamar Jackson already dealing with an ankle issue, the Ravens’ top receiver now has an injury to deal with. Zay Flowers was added to Thursday’s practice report as a limited participant with a toe injury. Flowers also dealt with a hamstring issue during training camp and early in
Jaguars’ historic defensive streak exposes significant problem for Texans
The Jacksonville Jaguars have turned stopping the run into a defining strength of their 2026 season, and their remarkable start could create serious problems for the Houston Texans in Sunday’s AFC South matchup. Through five games, Jacksonville has not allowed a single opposing player to rush for 40 yards in a game. According to
Baker Mayfield out of Thursday practice, Jalon Daniels again in line to start
Though Baker Mayfield’s original timeline to return after suffering a dislocated thumb was a minimum of three weeks, the possibility of an early return was floated this week. It now looks like that will not happen. According to multiple reporters on the scene, Mayfield was not practicing on Thursday during
Caleb Williams Returns To Practice; Bears’ Week 6 Starter Undecided
OCTOBER 15: Williams is “likely to return on Sunday barring a setback,” NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport said on Thursday morning. His participation on Wednesday was a positive sign, and despite Johnson’s uncertainty, a full week of full practices will likely see him back on the field against the Falcons. OCTOBER
Tyler Shough: We can’t let Gayle Benson’s comments affect our daily process
Saints owner Gayle Benson’s decision to publicly air her frustrations about the team’s 1-4 start earlier this week drew a lot of attention because of how blunt she was about her disappointment and how rarely she shares her views about the state of the franchise. Quarterback Tyler Shough was among
NFL scout, executive share Cam Skattebo warning for Giants’ John Harbaugh
The New York Giants were seemingly close to earning an overtime win at the rival Washington Commanders that would have improved the Giants to 4-1 this past Sunday when second-year New York running back Cam Skattebo committed a costly fumble with under two minutes remaining in the game. Following the 27-27 tie
Al Michaels won’t complain if Prime Video wants to move on
The legendary Al Michaels continues to call the biggest of NFL games, four decades after making his debut on Monday Night Football. Now in his fifth year with Thursday Night Football on Prime Video, the 81-year-old broadcasting icon realizes that, at some point, it will end. Appearing on Wednesday’s edition
Chargers Not Considering Justin Herbert Trade; Tuli Tuipulotu Likely To Draw Interest
The NFL has seen four quarterbacks fetch multiple first-round picks in a trade since 2000. Jay Cutler (2009), Matthew Stafford (2021), Deshaun Watson (2022) and Russell Wilson (2022) brought that level of return. Were the Chargers to dangle Justin Herbert, he would almost certainly command an offer in this range.
Kellen Moore Responds to Warning from Saints Owner amid 1-4 Start to NFL Season
New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore reacted to being called out by team owner Gayle Benson after compiling a 1-4 record to begin the 2026 season. “It’s where we’re at,” Moore said Wednesday, via Josh Alper of Pro Football Talk. “We’re 1-4, missed a few opportunities right there. We
Tension between Troy Aikman, Joe Buck building amid contract talks
Is one of sports broadcasting’s longest marriages on the rocks? On Wednesday, Front Office Sports’ Ryan Glasspiegel reported that tension has bubbled up between 25-year boothmates Joe Buck and Troy Aikman over their respective contracts. Why are things growing tense between Joe Buck and Troy Aikman In September, ESPN reportedly signed Buck
NFL reiterates plan to play Steelers-Saints in Paris, despite local unrest
Ongoing social unrest in Paris has raised questions regarding the Steelers-Saints game due to be played there in 11 days. On Wednesday, the league issued a statement indicating that it’s full steam ahead in the land of berets and really long, skinny loaves of bread. “We’re excited for the first-ever
Broncos S Talanoa Hufanga Facing Multi-Week Absence
Ankle injuries are becoming an issue for the Broncos. After placing Pat Bryant on IR, Denver played without Patrick Surtain in Week 5 and will almost definitely do so again in Week 6. Those two injuries preceded Talanoa Hufanga going down against the Chargers. Hufanga has not practiced this week,
Ashton Jeanty Injury Update, New NFL Rumors on Raiders RB’s Status Ahead of Game vs. Bills
Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty has been off to a disappointing start to the 2026 season, and it sounds like he could need some time to rest. ESPN’s Dan Graziano explained that Jeanty has been hobbled by injuries throughout this year, so the Raiders will eventually give him
Packers’ Parsons explains why he won’t return against Cowboys
An earlier report revealed that Green Bay Packers star pass-rusher Micah Parsons would not return from the torn ACL he suffered last December to play when the 3-2 Packers host the 2-3 Dallas Cowboys for a prime-time matchup this coming Sunday night. Back in the summer, Parsons made it known that he wanted
Drew Rosenhaus still claims a Tyreek Hill deal “could happen at any time”
Before a civil verdict was entered on Tuesday against free-agent receiver Tyreek Hill, his agent Drew Rosenhaus revisited the question of whether Hill will soon be joining an NFL team. “I think it’s very fluid,” Rosenhaus told Josh Moser of WVSN. “I think a deal could happen any time. We
Recent Saints Performance Level Unacceptable
After a strong second half forced overtime against the Lions in Week 1 preceded an upset win in Baltimore, the Saints have lost three straight. They are now 1-4, with the past two losses producing some ugly box scores. The Falcons routed the Saints in a national TV spot, and
Tua Trolled By Ravens’ Humphrey, Says Kyle Hamilton ‘Knew’ He Was Going to Pick Off Falcons QB
When Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa came in for Michael Penix Jr. in overtime against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, Kyle Hamilton was celebrating. Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey said the safety was excited because he “knew” he was going to get an interception. “He knew he was gonna get
The ‘100-yard, 1-rushing TD games’ quiz
Looking to rebound from their first loss of the season to the New England Patriots in Week 4, the Buffalo Bills went on the road to SoFi Stadium to take on the Los Angeles Rams on “Monday Night Football.” If someone just saw quarterback Josh Allen’s final passing line of
It’s official: Rams LT Alaric Jackson suspended two games
The NFL has made the two-game suspension of Rams left tackle Alaric Jackson official. Jackson is set to miss games against the Cardinals and Raiders. He can appeal, with either Derrick Brooks, Jordy Nelson, Ron Rivera or James Thrash hearing Jackson’s appeal and rendering a decision. Jackson threw a right
Minor NFL Transactions: 10/13/26
Here are Tuesday’s minor moves: Baltimore Ravens Buffalo Bills Cleveland Browns Dallas Cowboys Houston Texans Indianapolis Colts Jacksonville Jaguars Los Angeles Chargers Miami Dolphins New Orleans Saints New York Giants New York Jets Seattle Seahawks The Texans had hoped to bring Wayne back via a practice squad spot, but the
Colts signing TE Pharaoh Brown to 53-man roster
The Colts are adding a veteran tight end to their 53-man roster. Per Mike Chappell of Fox 59 Indianapolis, the team is signing Pharaoh Brown off its practice squad to the active roster. Brown has been with the Colts since early August and was signed to the practice squad after
Bears’ Caleb Williams on track to return for Week 6 game at Falcons
While speaking with reporters shortly after the Chicago Bears suffered a 31-7 loss at the rival Green Bay Packers this past Sunday, Bears head coach Ben Johnson said that “it’s going to be close” regarding whether or not starting quarterback Caleb Williams could return to the lineup for Chicago’s Week 6 game at the 2-3 Atlanta
PFT’s Week 6 2026 NFL power rankings
1. 49ers (last week No. 1; 5-0): Plenty of other teams wish they’d made a run at signing Mike Evans. 2. Chiefs (No. 2; 4-0): They’ve got a chance to deliver the death blow to the Chargers’ season. 3. Jaguars (No. 3; 4-1): On a Sunday that featured plenty of
Commanders Not Expected To Fire HC Dan Quinn
Dan Quinn’s name was mentioned in chatter surrounding in-season firings prior to yesterday’s Commanders-Giants tie. His job security has naturally become even more of a talking point given how that game ended. Washington surrendered a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter to set up overtime. In the extra frame, the
Sean McVay: Field goal unit “cost us the game tonight”
The Rams fell to 2-3 on Monday night, due in part to a couple of missed field goals from kicker Harrison Mevis — including a blocked field goal in overtime that, if good, would have won the game. After the game, Rams coach Sean McVay pointed a finger directly at
Dre Greenlaw learns suspension verdict after being ejected
In the second quarter of Sunday’s divisional showdown between the San Francisco 49ers and the Seattle Seahawks at Seattle’s Lumen Field, 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw was ejected from the game after he headbutted Seattle linebacker Ernest Jones IV while Greenlaw was wearing a helmet and Jones was not. On Monday, the NFL
Bills Stun Rams with Wild OT Win, Box Score Stats, Highlights for Stafford, Josh Allen, Puka, More
Josh Allen outlasted Matthew Stafford in arguably the best game of the 2026 NFL regular season to date. Allen and the Buffalo Bills defeated Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams 37-34 in an overtime thriller that had every twist and turn you could have imagined. Tyler Bass finished off the
DT Zxavian Harris Ruled Eligible To Sign With NFL Team
In August, dozens of athletes who signed professional contracts, including multiple who were currently on NFL rosters, launched an attempt to return to college following the NCAA’s institution of a new ‘five-for-five’ eligibility rule. Leading the charge was a group of former Ole Miss players who wanted to reunite with
Marvin Harrison Jr. passes physical, so trade is official
Wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. passed his physical on Monday, according to multiple reports. That makes his trade from Arizona to Houston official. The Cardinals will receive a second-round and a seventh-round pick (originally belonging to the 49ers) in 2027 in exchange for Harrison and a 2027 sixth-round pick. Harrison,
Titans’ Saleh facing familiar challenges as Ward struggles
Tennessee Titans coach Robert Saleh is one of the best defensive minds in the NFL right now. His defenses are consistently near the top of the league, whether he is coordinating the unit or leading the entire team as the head coach. While Tennessee’s defense is middle of the pack — currently fielding
Micah Parsons Injury Update, Latest Packers Star’s Return Timeline Ahead of Cowboys Revenge Game
The Green Bay Packers “are not anticipating” star edge-rusher Micah Parsons to return to practice this week ahead of Sunday night’s matchup against his former team, the Dallas Cowboys, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Per that report, “There still is uncertainty about exactly when Parsons will return from his knee
Panthers’ Taylor Moton, Tershawn Wharton Moving Toward Return
OCTOBER 12: Canales announced that the Panthers will open the practice windows for Moton and Wharton (via Person). OCTOBER 9: The Panthers have managed a 2-2 record despite a spate of early-season injuries. Carolina entered its bye week at .500 even with the losses of Jaycee Horn, Taylor Moton, Ikem
Three-sack game makes David Bailey favorite for defensive rookie of the year
The Jets made linebacker David Bailey the second overall pick in the draft because they believed he could make game-changing plays off the edge in their defense, but his first four games led to some grumbling about his lack of impact. Bailey had two sacks in those contests, but they
NFL Week 5 winners, losers: Drake Maye continues surge
It is time to take a look at some of the biggest winners and losers from Sunday’s NFL Week 5 action. From a Jaguars defensive tackle thrust into an unexpected role to the dim state of the NFC East, we break it all down below. NFL Week 5 winners DaVon
Michael Penix Jr. Injury, Falcons QB Updates Status and Return Timeline After Tua’s Game-Ending INT
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. suffered a rib injury during the fourth quarter of Sunday’s 30-23 overtime loss against the Baltimore Ravens after taking a big hit in the pocket. Penix—who missed the Falcons’ drive in overtime—told reporters after the game, via ESPN’s Marc Raimondi, that he doesn’t believe
Bears A Team To Watch For Khalil Mack?
Wide receiver Quentin Johnston might not be the Chargers’ only trade candidate leading up to the Nov. 10 deadline. Outside linebacker Khalil Mack could also be a name to watch in the next few weeks, according to Jonathan Jones of The Athletic. Mack has been a Charger since they acquired
League office directed the ejection of Dre Greenlaw
Sunday’s ejection of 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw came not at the behest of the officials on the field, but at the direction of the league office. In a pool report following Sunday’s win by the 49ers over the Seahawks, NFL V.P. of instant replay Mark Butterworth explained that Greenlaw was
Steelers HC Mike McCarthy beaming after win over Colts
The Pittsburgh Steelers pulled off a big win over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, 34-22, and perhaps nobody looked happier than head coach Mike McCarthy to notch a victory. Almost even more important than the win was that the Steelers offense looked strong and connected. The team’s offense had a
Dan Quinn Takes Blame for Jayden Daniels, Commanders’ Clock Management at End of Tie vs. Giants
The Washington Commanders had a disastrous ending to Sunday’s game against the New York Giants, tying in overtime after failing to get a snap off before time expired. Jayden Daniels took a sack on the previous play, but head coach Dan Quinn said the time mismanagement is on him. “The
Cardinals, Texans Complete Marvin Harrison Jr. Trade
When speaking to the media after their Week 5 win, Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans was asked multiple times about Marvin Harrison Jr. Ryans eventually confirmed the trade for the Cardinals wideout has indeed taken place. Harrison is heading to Houston, and the full terms of the swap are now known. Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport and ESPN’s
Titans hope to snap 10-game losing streak in AFC South
Dysfunctional teams do dysfunctional things. Such as going multiple years without winning a game in its division. The Titans have lost 10 straight games in the AFC South. That’s the longest active streak of intradivision futility in the league. At home against the team based in the city from which
Eagles injuries continue piling up in London vs. Jaguars
The Philadelphia Eagles were in a tough spot this week with all of the injuries ailing the team. Running back Saquon Barkley and wide receiver DeVonta Smith were ruled out ahead of Sunday’s game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. With left guard Landon Dickerson on injured reserve and right tackle Lane
Marvin Harrison Jr. Trade, Latest on Teams In & Out with Texans Rumored as Top Landing Spot for WR
Heading into Sunday’s NFL games, plenty of intrigue surrounds Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. and his imminent trade to a mystery team. ESPN’s Adam Schefter and NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported Saturday the Cardinals are “finalizing a deal” involving the 2024 first-round pick. His next destination is a
Texans Expected To Acquire Cardinals WR Marvin Harrison Jr.
Saturday produced news that Marvin Harrison Jr. is set to have his Cardinals tenure come to an end in the immediate future. The third-year wideout’s destination is still not official at this point, but more indications have pointed to a Houston agreement. The Texans are expected to wind up acquiring Harrison, per multiple reports. Executives and
Kirk Cousins is having a rare debut run with the Raiders
Now with his fourth NFL team, quarterback Kirk Cousins has made a significant initial impact in Las Vegas. His 11 touchdown passes in four games ties Cousins with 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy for the NFL lead. If Cousins gets three more on Sunday for the Raiders against the Patriots, he
Three key matchups to watch in NFL Week 5 games
NFL games are not just matchups of two complete teams. They are also a series of individual one-on-one matchups that can ultimately help decide the outcome. Every Friday, we are going to take a look at three potentially significant individual matchups that will be taking place in Sunday’s and Monday’s
Trae Young, Daniss Jenkins Ejected After Scuffle on Video During Wizards vs. Pistons
Washington Wizards point guard Trae Young and Detroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins were both ejected during a preseason clash between the two teams on Saturday night. Following a dunk by Pistons forward Ron Holland in the third quarter, Jenkins bumped into Young multiple times while running up the floor. The
Packers Place RB Chris Brooks On IR
The Packers’ backfield depth has been dealt a blow. Chris Brooks is now on injured reserve, the team announced on Saturday. Green Bay has opened the season without Josh Jacobs available. He remains on the commissioner’s exempt list with a decision pending as it pertains to league discipline. With Jacobs unavailable, the Packers’ 2026
















































