PFT’s Week 10 2024 NFL game previews, with Steelers-Commanders standing out the most
The second half of the 2024 season has begun. With four teams off, that leaves 13 games for Sunday and Monday. We’ve started doing snapshots of each game. People seem to like them. At least, no one has complained about them. Yet. Which makes it a good day. Until the
Saints WR Chris Olave Expected To Land On IR, May Be Done For Season
Chris Olave may have already played his last snap of the 2024 campaign. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports that the Saints wide receiver is expected to land on injured reserve today. Olave suffered a concussion in Week 9 and was already ruled out for tomorrow’s game against the Falcons. Olave
Have the Bengals really changed?
They wisely refused the overtures of the Dolphins for the ability to draft Joe Burrow. And, once it became clear that Mike Brown’s stubbornness had given them a keep, they seemed to accept that, to get the most out of their franchise quarterbacks, things had to change. They seemingly did.
Saints WR Chris Olave expected to land on IR, may be done for season
Chris Olave may have already played his last snap of the 2024 campaign. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports that the Saints wide receiver is expected to land on injured reserve Saturday. Olave suffered a concussion in Week 9 and was already ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Falcons. Olave will
Report: Chris Olave will be placed on injured reserve
Saints wide receiver Chris Olave is set to miss extended time after suffering a concussion in last Sunday’s loss to the Panthers. Olave has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Falcons and Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that he is expected to be placed on injured reserve
Panthers Never Wanted To Trade Bryce Young, Noncommittal On Future
Panthers general manager Dan Morgan insisted that the team never intended to trade Bryce Young after his benching in a press conference on Wednesday, but remained noncommittal about his future as a franchise quarterback. “We never got into any discussions. I never opened that door,” Morgan said. “Didn’t want to trade
It’s the first On Our Way Home giveaway of the year
It’s back for the 2024 holiday season, which unofficially began for me last night began with copious amounts of Christmas music washed down with plenty of egg nog. (Only one of those is true.) We all could benefit a bit from the good feelings of the holiday season. But many
Commanders sign veteran kicker amid Austin Seibert injury concerns
Washington’s starting kicker, Austin Seibert, has been dealing with a hip issue in practice this week, raising doubt about his availability for Sunday’s game against the Steelers. Gonzalez owns a career field goal percentage of 80.5% with an extra point conversion rate of 94.8% after 63 appearances with the Browns,
Tyreek Hill misses practice on Friday due to wrist injury
The Dolphins desperately need a win. Whether they’ll have receiver Tyreek Hill on Monday night at the Rams remains to be seen. Hill missed practice on Friday with a wrist injury, via Omar Kelly of the Miami Herald. Hill did not appear on Thursday’s initial injury report of the week.
NFL Practice Squad Updates: 11/8/24
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Christian McCaffrey, Nick Bosa, Deebo Samuel officially questionable
The 49ers are expected to activate running back Christian McCaffrey from injured reserve Saturday, allowing him to make his 2024 debut Sunday. Officially, though, McCaffrey is questionable to play against the Buccaneers on Sunday. “We’ll take him off IR tomorrow, and then he’ll be good to go unless something crazy
Inside the Steelers-Ravens tussle to win the AFC North
Ahead of the 2024 season, ESPN’s Football Power Index gave the Baltimore Ravens a 46.4% chance, the best in their division, to win the competitive AFC North. After a 6-2 start, however, the Pittsburgh Steelers (who were given a mere 8.1% chance to win the division) look primed to contest
Za’Darius Smith paid Brodric Martin thousands of dollars to wear No. 99 jersey in Detroit
When defensive end Za’Darius Smith was traded from the Browns to the Lions, one of his first priorities was to secure his preferred jersey number, 99. That cost him some money. The number was available, but only because Lions defensive tackle Brodric Martin was listed as the Lions’ No. 99
Minor NFL Transactions: 11/8/24
Friday’s minor roster moves: Buffalo Bills Cincinnati Bengals New England Patriots San Francisco 49ers Taylor was waived today in anticipation of everyone’s expectation that Christian McCaffrey will finally be coming off of injured reserve to make his season debut this week. Virgil was previously on the Broncos but landed on
Bengals awarded former Lions receiver Isaiah Williams on waivers
The Bengals have added some depth at receiver and on special teams after claiming Isaiah Williams on waivers a day after the Lions waived him. Williams is a rookie out of Illinois who played only sparingly in Detroit this year, with two catches for six yards and one kickoff return
Titans’ Will Levis to start Week 10 vs. Chargers
As expected, Will Levis is set to return to action this week. Titans head coach Brian Callahan announced on Friday the second-year quarterback will get the start against the Chargers. Levis has been out since suffering an AC joint sprain in Week 6. Veteran Mason Rudolph has handled starting duties in his place with Levis
Zac Taylor vows to fight harder for calls, after hits on Joe Burrow
When it comes to not getting calls, Joe Burrow needs to act more like Tom Brady. Burrow apparently doesn’t want to do that. His coach has vowed to do it for him. “They call it like they see it,” Zac Taylor told reporters on Friday, via Ben Baby of ESPN.com.
NFL Injury Updates: Hurts, Coleman, Barmore
An interesting situation played out today when Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni seemed to let something inadvertently slip during his press conference. Sirianni claimed that quarterback Jalen Hurts has been limited in practice as he has been “dealing with the ankle.” This would be of no consequence, if Hurts hadn’t
Joey Bosa, Khalil Mack questionable for Chargers
The Chargers listed their top two edge rushers as questionable to play against the Titans this weekend. Khalil Mack was out of practice all week with a groin injury while Joey Bosa was limited by a hip injury. Mack has not missed a game this season while Bosa has been
Dak Prescott to land on IR, has no timeline for return
The Dallas Cowboys are going to be without starting quarterback Dak Prescott for at least the next four weeks as the team is expected to place him on injured reserve. That update comes from Stephen Jones during his appearance on Dallas radio on Friday. While an IR trip would guarantee
Baker Mayfield has limited practice Friday and has no injury designation
Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (toe) didn’t participate in practice on Wednesday and Thursday as the team held walkthroughs after an overtime loss Monday night. He returned to limited work Friday and will play Sunday. Mayfield has no injury designation. Mayfield has passed for 2,389 yards with 23 touchdowns and nine
Ravens Offered Third-Round Pick For Marshon Lattimore
The Ravens’ trade deadline moves were a bit anticlimactic, especially considering that Baltimore is thought to be a contender in a championship window who should be receiving the full allotment of compensatory draft picks in 2025. It appears that the Ravens’ lackluster result wasn’t necessarily for lack of trying, as
Puka Nacua won’t be less aggressive after ejection for throwing a punch
Rams receiver Puka Nacua threw a punch during Sunday’s win over the Seahawks, and he received an ejection for his reaction. Will being sent to the showers prematurely make him less aggressive in the future. “I don’t think so,” Nacua told reporters on Friday. “I think being able to be,
49ers finally get the news they want on RB Christian McCaffrey
McCaffrey missed time in the summer with an Achilles issue that did not immediately seem to threaten his availability for the regular season. The 28-year-old was ultimately placed on IR, however, before taking a trip to Germany to see a specialist. A period of recovery was in place upon return
49ers waive RB Patrick Taylor to make room for Christian McCaffrey
The 49ers waived running back Patrick Taylor Jr. on Friday, the team announced. They did not announce a corresponding move, but the 49ers are expected to use the roster spot for Christian McCaffrey. The All-Pro running back will make his 2024 debut Sunday after working his way back from bilateral
49ers To Activate Christian McCaffrey; RB Will Make Season Debut Sunday
All the signs have been pointing to this outcome, and now, it finally seems to be becoming a reality: Christian McCaffrey is back. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the star running back will finally make his 2024 season debut in Tampa Bay this Sunday for the 49ers. While
Bengals-Ravens racks up 13.63 million on Amazon Prime
Last night’s renewal of the most compelling current rivalry in football delivered for Amazon Prime. Bengals-Ravens averaged 13.63 million viewers, a 42-percent increase over last year’s Week 10 Thursday night game (Panthers-Bears) and a 100-percent increase over 2022’s Falcons-Panthers game in Week 10. The streaming number beats the Week 8
Post-waiver wire fantasy football pickups for Week 10
It’s never too late to improve your fantasy roster. These players went mostly unnoticed during the waiver period, but each could help win your Week 10 matchup. QB: Daniel Jones (New York Giants) The last time we recommended Jones to readers, he scored 12.08 fantasy points against the Bengals in
Christian McCaffrey on injury: Some stuff just went wrong, but I’m feeling great now
The 49ers will activate Christian McCaffrey from injured reserve Saturday, coach Kyle Shanahan said, and the running back will make his 2024 debut Sunday. Bilateral Achilles tendinitis has kept McCaffrey out all season. “I’ve got a good routine right now, and I feel good, and that’s all that matters,” McCaffrey
Commanders To Sign Zane Gonzalez
The Commanders are signing Zane Gonzalez to their practice squad after a workout with the team, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. Washington’s starting kicker, Austin Seibert, has been dealing with a hip issue in practice this week, raising doubt about his availability for Sunday’s game against the Steelers. Gonzalez
Cowboys will place Dak Prescott on injured reserve
The Cowboys have come to a decision about whether to place quarterback Dak Prescott on injured reserve. Executive vice president Stephen Jones said on 105.3 The Fan that they will put Prescott on the list due to the hamstring injury he suffered last Sunday. Prescott will miss at least four
Bills without key player for Sunday’s game vs. Colts
The Buffalo Bills announced on Friday that rookie wide receiver Keon Coleman has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Indianapolis Colts, according to head coach Sean McDermott. Coleman injured his wrist during the Bills’ Week 9 win over the Miami Dolphins. While McDermott does not think Coleman will
Patriots rule out S Kyle Dugger, LB Christian Elliss
The Patriots ruled out safety Kyle Dugger (ankle) and linebacker Christian Elliss (abdomen) for this week. Coach Jerod Mayo said Dugger will be back this season “for sure.” The Patriots list cornerback Alex Austin (ankle), defensive tackle Daniel Ekuale (abdomen), offensive guard Michael Jordan (ankle), offensive tackle Vederian Lowe (shoulder),
Will Levis To Start For Titans In Week 10
As expected, Will Levis is set to return to action this week. Titans head coach Brian Callahan announced on Friday the second-year quarterback will get the start against the Chargers. Levis has been out since suffering an AC joint sprain in Week 6. Veteran Mason Rudolph has handled starting duties in his place with
Andy Reid: Patrick Mahomes “hasn’t missed anything” this week with ankle injury
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes had an injury scare when he tweaked his ankle during Monday night’s victory over the Buccaneers. But he’s been final all week and is set to play against the Broncos on Sunday. “He hasn’t missed anything,” head coach Andy Reid said in his Friday news conference. “He’s
Texans designate standout WR for return
The Texans’ receiving corps could see a notable boost in time for Week 10. The team announced on Friday that wideout Nico Collins has been designated for return. Collins now has 21 days to practice before being activated or reverting to season-ending IR. A hamstring injury shut him down for
Marshon Lattimore ruled out, won’t make Commanders debut this week
The Commanders will not have their newest defensive addition when they take on the Steelers this weekend. Head coach Dan Quinn said in his Friday news conference that cornerback Marshon Lattimore will not play on Sunday. Lattimore has been dealing with a hamstring injury. He did not practice all week
Texans Designate WR Nico Collins For Return, Place G Kenyon Green On IR
The Texans’ receiving corps could see a notable boost in time for Week 10. The team announced on Friday that wideout Nico Collins has been designated for return. Collins now has 21 days to practice before being activated or reverting to season-ending IR. A hamstring injury shut him down for a four-game
Nick Sirianni says Jalen Hurts “dealing with” an ankle issue after he was listed as resting
The Eagles didn’t list quarterback Jalen Hurts on the injury report last year despite a large brace on his knee for much of the season and it looks like they may have been less than fully transparent about the quarterback’s health again this year. Hurts was listed as limited in
Commanders' strong start doing wonders for Kliff Kingsbury's reputation
Commanders fans shouldn’t get too attached to their new offensive coordinator. With two teams already looking for a new head coach and more likely to follow, Kliff Kingsbury’s stock couldn’t be any higher. This content was brought to you by: Yardbarker: NFL
Texans name Joe Mixon captain for rest of 2024
The Texans will have one more player with a C on their chest this year. Houston announced running back Joe Mixon will be a captain for the rest of 2024 on Friday. Mixon has rushed for 609 yards with six touchdowns and caught 14 passes for 115 yards with a
Saints’ Chris Olave Visiting Concussion Specialists
Chris Olave was knocked out of the Saints’ Week 9 game with his latest concussion. The third-year wideout was quickly discharged from hospital after the injury, but he and the team are taking a slow approach to his recovery process. Olave was diagnosed with one concussion in each of his first
Derrick Henry is the NFL Community MVP for Week 10
Ravens running back Derrick Henry got a win on the field on Thursday night and he picked up another one off of it on Friday. The NFL Players Association announced that Henry has been named their Community MVP for Week 10. Henry distributed new winter coats to all 465 students
NFC East X-Factors: Cowboys QB faces tough test in Week 10
This week, division rivals go head-to-head, while another finds itself a rare favorite on the road in Germany. These players could be the X-factors for each NFC East team. Cooper Rush (QB) Dallas Cowboys Rush went 13-25 for 115 yards and a touchdown in relief of Dak Prescott last week,
Jonathan Mingo happy for “fresh start” with Cowboys
Wide receiver Jonathan Mingo got a surprising call on Tuesday. Mingo told reporters that he was waiting for a food delivery when Panthers General Manager Dan Morgan called him to say that he was now a member of the Dallas Cowboys. The Panthers, who picked Mingo in the second round
Fantasy football start ’em, sit ’em: Will Stroud’s slump continue?
The fantasy football regular season is quickly drawing to a close, and one lineup decision could make all the difference in whether your team reaches the playoffs. With that in mind, here’s what to do about several flex options, streaming candidates and other players you could be on the fence
Watch: Incredible Lamar Jackson scramble helps set up TD
Trailing 21-7 midway through the third quarter the Baltimore Ravens were in need of a spark. The defense helped give them one by forcing a turnover that set up the offense deep in Cincinnati Bengals territory. Then quarterback Lamar Jackson gave them another one with one of the most electrifying and
Marlon Humphrey: Lamar Jackson is carrying us right now
The Ravens pass defense had another rough night against the Bengals on Thursday. Joe Burrow threw for 428 yards and four touchdowns, including a five-yard toss to Ja’Marr Chase, who had 264 yards and three touchdowns, in the final minute that pulled the Bengals within a point of the home
Ravens Pro Bowler suffers ugly-looking ankle injury on ‘TNF’
The Baltimore Ravens got a big scare on Thursday with one of their top defensive cornerstones. Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton had to leave the team’s “Thursday Night Football” showdown in the second quarter. Hamilton was in pass coverage and tried to accelerate forward to tackle Bengals running back Chase Brown
Darius Slayton did not travel to Germany with Giants
The Giants will not have wide receiver Darius Slayton when they face the Panthers in Germany on Sunday. Head coach Brian Daboll said at his Thursday press conference that he did not expect Slayton to make the overseas trip with the team because of where he was in the concussion