Texans activate S M.J. Stewart, DT Kayden McDonald
The Texans designated three players for return this week and two of them will be joining the active roster for Sunday’s game against the Titans. Safety M.J. Stewart and defensive tackle Kayden McDonald have been activated. Stewart was on the physically unable to perform list while recovering from a knee
Expected trade is a win for both Marvin Harrison Jr., Cardinals
The Arizona Cardinals are giving up on wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. Selected fourth overall in the 2024 NFL Draft after a decorated collegiate career, Harrison was ruled inactive for Sunday’s Week 5 home game against the Detroit Lions (2-2), according to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter, as the Cardinals
Texans are the likely destination for Marvin Harrison Jr.
The Cardinal are working on a trade for receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., with the destination currently unknown. The speculation for now centers on the Texans, per multiple sources. For whatever reason, the Cardinals are keeping that under wraps. They could be hoping to get someone else to make a better
Cardinals Finalizing WR Marvin Harrison Jr. Trade
Marvin Harrison Jr.’s time in Arizona is drawing to a close. The Cardinals are finalizing a trade involving the third-year wide receiver, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, though Harrison’s destination remains unknown. Harrison is not headed to Indianapolis. The Colts did their due diligence, according to FOX 59’s Mike Chappell, but
Mike Norvell’s FSU Contract Buyout, Details Revealed Amid Hot Seat Buzz After Loss to Louisville
Florida State could be one step closer to considering one of the largest coaching contract buyouts in college football history after Friday night’s 44-20 loss to Louisville. The Seminoles fell to 3-3 on the season, and 10-20 in their last three seasons under head coach Mike Norvell, following the blowout
NFL insider shares major update about potential Tyreek Hill return
Agent Drew Rosenhaus recently suggested that veteran wide receiver Tyreek Hill would soon find a new NFL home amid his recovery from the gruesome knee injury he suffered while with the Miami Dolphins on Sept. 29, 2025. That said, Hill remains the subject of an active NFL personal conduct policy review after his estranged
Multiple playoff teams have never started 0-5
One of the five 0-4 teams entering Week 5 (the Buccaneers) has finally gotten its first win of 2026. Four winless teams remain. Two of them — the Chargers and Texans — made the playoffs last year. Via NBC Sports research, the last time two playoff teams started the next
Bears Legend Mike Ditka Passes Away At 86
The National Football League, the Bears franchise, and the city of Chicago have lost an icon. Hall of Fame tight end and former Bears and Saints head coach Mike Ditka has passed at the age of 86, his family announced Friday morning. “Mike Ditka epitomized football over so many years,”
Joey Porter Jr.’s illness invites speculation that it was contract related (even if it wasn’t)
Last night’s Buccaneers-Cowboys game was preceded by the unexpected news that cornerback Joey Porter Jr. would miss the contest due to a sudden illness. In light of a back injury that prompted him to decline to play for the Steelers until he was traded — and given that the back
Ravens make final Jackson, Hendrickson decisions for Falcons game
While a Friday report revealed that Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson likely wouldn’t be available for when the 3-1 Ravens play at the 2-2 Atlanta Falcons this coming Sunday night, first-year Ravens head coach Jesse Minter previously teased that Jackson could be a game-time decision. It turns out Minter didn’t need to wait
Kyle Monangai Injury, Latest News on Bears RB’s Status & Fantasy Implications for Week 5 vs. Packers
Kyle Monangai is in the middle of a breakout season, but unfortunately the Chicago Bears running back will not be on the field for a Week 5 matchup against the Green Bay Packers. Bears head coach Ben Johnson told reporters Friday that Monangai has been ruled out with a toe
Jayden Daniels On Track To Return In Week 5
OCTOBER 9: Quinn confirmed Daniels will make his return Sunday against the Giants. OCTOBER 8: When speaking to reporters on Thursday, offensive coordinator David Blough confirmed (via ESPN’s John Keim) Daniels is “full go” as he prepares to play this week. OCTOBER 7: After missing back-to-back games with a dislocated left elbow, Commanders quarterback
Tyreek Hill’s current civil trial complicates his effort to return to NFL
The week began with a flurry of news regarding receiver Tyreek Hill’s supposedly imminent return to the NFL. Then, reality set in. The NFL’s pending Personal Conduct Policy investigation of Hill based on abuse allegations made by his ex-wife, Keeta Vaccaro, has taken a back seat to a civil trial
Major CeeDee Lamb injury update surfaces for Cowboys
Injury was added to insult for the Dallas Cowboys regarding their 24-16 upset home loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers that dropped the Cowboys to 2-3 on Thursday night, as it was clear during the evening that Cowboys star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb was struggling through some sort of lower-body issue.
Bengals’ Jordan Battle: Malik Willis taps the ball before he throws, we can key on that
NFL players and coaches spend many hours studying film of their upcoming opponents to find tendencies that can give them an advantage on Sunday. Bengals safety Jordan Battle found such a tendency with Sunday’s opponent, Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis. For some reason, Battle decided to tell the press about it
Visibly frustrated Jerry Jones keeps making big moves but Cowboys keep losing
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has been overseeing the NFL’s most consistently mediocre franchise for the better part of the past 30 years. His beloved Cowboys have not won a Super Bowl since 1995, which was also the last time they played in a Super Bowl. Their NFC Championship Game
2026 NFL Week 5 Biggest Takeaways for Every Team
Buccaneers 24, Cowboys 16 RB Bucky Irving Drives Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Offense With Baker Mayfield out of the lineup, undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels wouldn’t be able to carry the Buccaneers’ offense. He didn’t need to when he could hand the ball to Bucky Irving. Irving led the way Thursday with
Colts Interested In Marvin Harrison Jr.?
One of the greatest players in Colts history, Marvin Harrison submitted a dominant career en route to All-Decade honors for the 2000s and the Hall of Fame. The longtime Peyton Manning target played all 13 seasons of his career in Indianapolis. The all-time great’s son debuted in the NFL 28
49ers WR Mike Evans did not practice Thursday
49ers wide receiver Mike Evans did not practice on Thursday after being a limited participant a day earlier. He played through an injury to his ribs, catching five passes for 76 yards, and is expected to play Sunday against the Seahawks. Defensive end Nick Bosa (knee/calf), fullback Kyle Juszczyk (knee),
Cowboys reveal last-minute Joey Porter Jr. update before Thursday night game
The Dallas Cowboys made a big move last week by trading for disgruntled Pittsburgh Steelers DB Joey Porter Jr. But Cowboys fans will not see Porter on the field Thursday night. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL
Kelvin Sheppard Defends Blitzing Bryce Young Despite Lions’ Struggles in Loss to Panthers
Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard doubled down on his decision to continually blitz Bryce Young in a Week 4 loss to the Carolina Panthers. “Those calls were the right calls, and I’ll leave it at that,” Sheppard told reporters Thursday. When asked about a potential disconnect between play calling
Broncos HC Sean Payton To Increase Role In Offensive Play-Calling
Sean Payton ceded play-calling duties to offensive coordinator Davis Webb this offseason. After an early show of faith in the latter, a change in the approach on that side of the ball will now be taking place. Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk reported earlier today that Payton will reclaim his role as
Malik Nabers spoke to John Harbaugh about “trying to give me the ball down the field”
Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers had his most productive day of the season in last Sunday’s win over the Cardinals, but he said on Wednesday that he feels “like that was a basic game” rather than a breakthrough as he continues working his way back from last season’s torn ACL.
What Eagles’ Markel Bell learned from Lane Johnson before being asked to replace him
Rookie and third-round draft pick Markel Bell had his role with the Philadelphia Eagles suddenly change after starting right tackle Lane Johnson confirmed earlier this week that he had decided to retire, effective immediately. While speaking with reporters on Wednesday, Bell noted that Johnson had shared “a lot of wisdom” over the
Is Jeremiah Smith the Best College Football Wide Receiver Ever?
The only certainty surrounding Jeremiah Smith’s future is that this will be his final collegiate football season. That decision has yet to be officially announced, of course, but it has never been easier to connect these dots. Statistically speaking, Smith is operating at a pace few players have ever approached,
Eagles Trade Cam Jurgens To Ravens
The Eagles shockingly lost future Hall of Fame right tackle Lane Johnson to retirement on Tuesday. A day later, another of the Eagles’ offensive line stalwarts is exiting. The Eagles are trading center Cam Jurgens and a 2027 seventh-round pick to the Ravens for a 2028 second-round selection and a
Mike Macdonald on Joe Mixon: “Didn’t work out”
The Seahawks, who are thin at running back, brought Joe Mixon to town for a workout on Monday. It seemed to be working out, until it wasn’t. The team ultimately didn’t proceed with signing him to the practice squad, based ostensibly on his physical. Coach Mike Macdonald was asked about
Texans bring back former Cowboys RB after cutting him in preseason
The Houston Texans signed three players to their practice squad on Wednesday, the same day DeMeco Ryans announced he was taking back defensive play-calling for his 0-4 team. Two of the additions are defenders brought in behind injured starters, and the third is a running back Houston cut before the season
Justin Jefferson returns to practice, Jordan Addison sits out
The Vikings got Justin Jefferson back at practice on Wednesday, but another wideout was missing from the workout. Jordan Addison missed practice with a hamstring injury. He had four catches for 52 yards in last Sunday’s win over the Dolphins. Jefferson missed that game with an ankle injury and he
Texans HC DeMeco Ryans Reclaims Defensive Play-Calling Duties
Sitting at 0-4, the Texans are not making a coaching change. A shift in responsibilities will be taking place along the sidelines, however. Head coach DeMeco Ryans announced on Wednesday that he is taking over defensive play-calling responsibilities. A streamlining of communication among players on that side of the ball was cited
Eagles’ Updated Draft Picks, Salary Cap After Trading Cam Jurgens to Ravens
The Philadelphia Eagles have traded center Cam Jurgens and a 2027 seventh-round pick to the Baltimore Ravens for a 2027 fifth-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick, the team announced on Wednesday. Here’s a look at the Eagles’ updated 2027 and 2028 draft picks, via Spotrac. The Eagles’ third-round pick
Lions take a painful fall in ESPN’s NFL Power Rankings
The Detroit Lions are in an interesting situation right now, and if you’re a Motor City fan, it’s a bit of a downer. This team was destined for the Super Bowl not long ago and was No. 1 in the NFC North just two seasons ago. Now, it is at the
Kellen Moore: We will definitely have a discussion about how to start faster
The Saints followed one part of a familiar script in Monday night’s loss to the Falcons when they fell behind their visitors from Atlanta early in the game. The Falcons led 14-0 in the first quarter on Monday and stretched their lead to 24-7 before halftime in New Orleans. The
Eagles RT Lane Johnson To Retire
Lane Johnson missed the Eagles’ Week 4 game for personal reasons. The organization has since announced a bombshell; the 14th-year right tackle is retiring in-season. Johnson, 36, had indicated this offseason the 2026 season would probably be his last. He explained in a retirement post why his plan changed from
Questions arise regarding the effectiveness of the Guardian Cap
The Guardian Cap has emerged in recent years as a new piece of football equipment. It started as a practice device mandated by the league. More than a few players now wear it during games. The unanswered question is whether it works. A recent item from Jeff Eisenberg of Yahoo!
ESPN writer says the quiet part out load about Kenneth Walker III
The Kansas City Chiefs are undefeated at 4-0 after their Week 4 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders, which ended in a 30-27 final tally. It’s certainly something they should be proud of, and while quarterback Patrick Mahomes can take a lot of credit, there’s one newcomer on this team
Patriots worked out veteran RB Jamaal Williams
Running back Jamaal Williams last played in the NFL in 2024. On Tuesday, he got a chance to get a spot on a roster, or a practice squad. Per the league’s daily transaction report, Williams had a workout with the Patriots. He wasn’t signed; cornerback Al’Zillion Hamilton, who was one
Minor NFL Transactions: 10/6/26
Tuesday’s minor moves: Carolina Panthers Green Bay Packers Houston Texans Jacksonville Jaguars Minnesota Vikings New England Patriots Pittsburgh Steelers Seattle Seahawks Washington Commanders In a similar scene to last year, the Texans will watch Smith sit on injured reserve with only four games played this season. According to Aaron Wilson
Tyreek Hill’s ex-wife testifies about alleged abuse during divorce trial
It’s a strange coincidence, to say the least, that free-agent receiver Tyreek Hill has made multiple headlines about a potential return to the NFL in the same week that his divorce trial commenced. The civil action, which had been mentioned in none of the reports regarding the possibility that he’ll
Two-minute drill: Divisional clashes, potential Super Bowl preview
After another highly entertaining week of football, there is lot to unpack around the NFL. As we look ahead to a Week 5 slate that features multiple marquee matchups, here is what to watch in the week ahead and what stood out the most in the past week. Bears-Packers, 49ers-Seahawks
Lionel Messi Delivers Video Message Ahead of Argentina Farewell, ‘Thank You For Loving Me So Much’
Before his farewell match with the Argentina national team, Lionel Messi released a touching message to his longtime fans. Adidas Football dropped a video on Tuesday featuring Messi thanking his supporters for sticking with him throughout his legendary career: Argentina is set to face Benin on Tuesday night in a
Falcons Extend DL Gervon Dexter
OCTOBER 6: Dexter landed $21.59MM fully guaranteed, as detailed by Spotrac. That includes a $10MM signing bonus and all of his compensation for 2027. $20MM in pay for 2028 is guaranteed for injury at signing, but it will fully vest on the third day of the 2027 league year. Similarly, $5MM
Klint Kubiak: I put Raiders’ problems running the ball on myself
The Raiders opened the season with 130 rushing yards in a win over the Dolphins and that was a welcome development after the team finished dead last in rushing during the 2025 season. The past three weeks have suggested that might have had more to do with the opponent than
Giants players make feelings on Winston, McCarthy chatter clear
Chatter on social media about when first-year New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh could make a switch from current starting quarterback Jameis Winston to recently acquired backup J.J. McCarthy grew noticeably louder after the Arizona Cardinals took a 14-3 lead over the Giants at MetLife Stadium on Sunday afternoon. However, Winston
Bronny James, Luka Doncic Final Box Score Stats, Highlights from Lakers vs. Kings Preseason
It’s just preseason, but the post-LeBron James era is off to a solid start for the Los Angeles Lakers. Los Angeles cruised against the Sacramento Kings in Monday’s preseason contest with future Hall of Famer Luka Dončić leading the way and Bronny James receiving solid playing time. There was plenty
Seahawks To Sign RB Joe Mixon
Joe Mixon has gone from a likely retirement to landing with a third NFL team. The veteran running back’s recent Seahawks meeting went well, and veteran reporter Jordan Schultz indicates the sides have an agreement in place. The Seahawks arranged a Mixon workout for today, doing so shortly after placing
Report: Eagles RB Saquon Barkley is “week to week” with hamstring injury
The Eagles have a problem at running back. Starting tailback Saquon Barkley suffered a hamstring injury on his first and only carry of Sunday’s loss to the Rams. He didn’t return. Via NFL Network, Barkley is “week-to-week.” Which is worse than “day-to-day,” and implies he’ll miss at least one week.
Eagles get major Saquon Barkley injury update after hamstring setback
The Philadelphia Eagles may have had the worst loss of any team in Week 5 when they blew a 10-point fourth-quarter lead to the Los Angeles Rams. Philadelphia’s offense struggled to do anything in the game, and that happened as soon as star running back Saquon Barkley exited the game
NFL suspends referee Adrian Hill, line judge Jeff Seeman for unprofessional conduct toward players
The NFL has issued a pair of suspensions to officials after incidents with players during Sunday’s games. The league has suspended referee Adrian Hill one game and line judge Jeff Seeman for two games for unprofessional conduct. The suspensions were issued by NFL vice president of officiating Ramon George. Hill
Giants Could Place Braxton Berrios On IR
Braxton Berrios suffered a foot injury on Sunday. The veteran receiver/returner is now in line for an absence from the Giants. Berrios is heading to injured reserve, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. This move will ensure at least a four-game absence. The receiver spot will be shorthanded moving forward, while New York’s