Washington edges the Eagles in a primetime home showdown, handing the Commanders a morale‑boosting win while the Cardinals pull off a comeback over Dallas and the Giants sit on a bye. The standout performers (studs) were WRs Treylon Burks and Antonio Williams, who combined for 81 receiving yards and led the team in catches, CB Trey Amos with two passes defended, edge rusher Dorance Armstrong’s strip‑sack on Tanner McKee, and DLs Charles Omenihu and Shy Tuttle each posting a sack and a fumble recovery. Kicker Drew Stevens redeemed a missed 55‑yard try with four successful kicks, including a 56‑yard field goal. The duds were LG Chris Paul, whose sluggishness endangers QB Jayden Daniels, and OTs Brandon Coleman and Josh Conerly, who struggled against the pass rush and racked up penalties. The Commanders now host the 4‑4 Rams before a Thursday night clash with the Giants.
The Arizona Diamondbacks finished October 13-10, their second‑best month and fourth straight above‑.500 stretch, boosting fan confidence from an average rating of 5.44 to 5.95. September’s low‑confidence group fell from 31% to 12%, and the most popular optimism score rose from “6” to “7.” As the regular season closes, key off‑season moves include Michael Soroka opting out, Corbin Burnes staying, and manager Torey Lovullo receiving a new contract while a pitching coach was replaced. The blog now asks fans to weigh in on a final November confidence poll before the offseason fully settles.
The Phoenix Suns’ once‑renowned defense has evaporated, leaving the team 1‑3 and surrendering 122+ points in each of their first four games. Opponents are shooting a league‑worst 43.9% from three—a full 9.3 points above the NBA average—making Phoenix the 30th‑ranked defensive unit, as Dillon Brooks admitted. Late closeouts, sloppy switching and a failure to contest corner threes have turned former steal‑leaders into easy shooters, while the frontcourt struggles for rebounding and glass control without Mark Williams. Even star Devin Booker posts a league‑worst 137.2 defensive rating, and the lack of pressure is costing the Suns against high‑scoring teams like Golden State. Immediate defensive fixes are essential if Phoenix hopes to stay competitive.
Arizona Cardinals rally past Dallas Cowboys in a dramatic Week 8 comeback, earning a CBS Sports “B” grade. Coach Mike LaFleur makes his third career win after benching Jacoby Brissett for Gardner Minshew in the third quarter; Minshew throws for 166 yards and three touchdowns, including a game‑tying pass to Michael Wilson with six seconds left. Kicker Chad Ryland misses the regulation extra point, then nails the overtime winner. The performance sparks speculation that Minshew could become the Cardinals’ new starter, while Brissett’s future may be on the trade block before the deadline.
With the NFL trade deadline looming on Nov. 10, the Dallas Cowboys face mounting pressure after an overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Blogging The Boys lists five players the franchise could flip to stock up on draft capital: WR George Pickens, who still holds trade value despite a dip from 2025; guard T.J. Bass, a proven starter soon headed to free agency; return specialist WR KaVontae Turpin, currently injured but still a potential pick‑maker; edge rusher Rashan Gary, whose impact has faltered; and CB DaRon Bland, whose costly contract makes him a cap casualty. The article argues that moving any of these pieces now is smarter than waiting for free‑agency losses.
The Dallas Cowboys blow a 17-3 lead and fall 33-30 in overtime to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, November 2, 2026. Backup QB Gardner Minshew and RB Tyler Allgeier spearhead the comeback as the Cowboys’ defense concedes 80 yards in just over a minute in the fourth quarter. Head coach Brian Schottenheimer draws criticism for overly conservative play‑calling, including a bubble screen to CeeDee Lamb and a short pass with 2:02 left. Defensive woes persist despite recent investments like DT Quinnen Williams, as the unit surrenders 202 yards and 7.5 yards per carry. Owner Jerry Jones remains unfazed about personnel decisions, while the team vows to “fix” its three‑phase performance.
The OKC Thunder should strongly consider using Nikola Topic's expiring contract in a trade for veteran Jordan Goodwin.
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On November 2, 2026, Stephen A. Smith used his First Take platform to urge Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones to hire former NFL head coach Rex Ryan from ESPN as a defensive coordinator. Smith ridiculed current coach Brian Schottenheimer’s self‑praise after the Cowboys fell to the Arizona Cardinals, claiming Ryan could improve the defense in just four days. Former Cowboys star Michael Irvin dismissed the idea, quipping that even his dead mother could coach better. Ryan hasn’t coached since 2015, and past contract talks with Jones fell through.
After the Dallas Cowboys blew a two‑touchdown lead to lose 33‑30 in overtime to the Arizona Cardinals (Week 8, dropping to 3‑5), Hall of Famer Michael Irvan erupted on ESPN’s First Take. Irvan shouted that “my dead mom can coach them better,” slamming head coach Brian Schottenheimer alongside Stephen A. Smith’s criticism that the Cowboys, historically “America’s team,” have the worst culture in the league. Smith suggested hiring a defensive hard‑nosed coach like Rex Ryan. The loss marks the first time Dallas surrendered a 14‑point 4th‑quarter lead at home, ending a 202‑0‑1 franchise streak. Dak Prescott called the defeat one of the toughest of his career.
The win probability and the history suggested the Cardinals had virtually no shot to come back, but they did.
The Baltimore Ravens face a quarterback crisis after Lamar Jackson’s thumb injury and Tyler Huntley’s turf‑toe ailment leave them with only a third‑string QB. GM Eric DeCosta is weighing trade options, from backup Tyson Bagent to former Cardinals starter Jacoby Brissett, but few appealing choices exist. Mac Jones, whose contract expires this season, emerges as a potential stopgap despite no direct ties to Baltimore. While the 49ers could benefit from his experience—recalling a heavy reliance on a backup in 2025—trading him might aid a rival playoff contender. Consequently, Jones likely remains with New England, leaving Ravens to explore limited alternatives.
Yaxel Lendeborg seized the spotlight on Sunday, dropping 37 points on 13‑of‑19 shooting (six 3‑pointers) as the Warriors beat the Clippers 124‑? without Stephen Curry and Draymond Green, who rested for injury management. Coach Steve Kerr hails Lendeborg’s impact, noting his 22.3‑point average in the first seven games and Rookie‑of‑the‑Year buzz. After a late‑game three‑point binge that missed, Lendeborg admitted to succumbing to peer pressure but said he’ll curb it. Curry’s right‑knee issue and Green’s low‑back soreness keep them sidelined for tonight’s Phoenix matchup, while Gui Santos, after increased playmaking duties, missed the second half with knee tendinitis and will be rested. The Warriors sit 4‑3 after a roster hit by illness and injuries.
After a 33-30 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals, the Dallas Cowboys' 3-5 record sparked criticism from Steelers head coach‑turned‑analyst Mike Tomlin. Commenting on Sunday Night Football, Tomlin called the Cowboys “blinkers” who need to “cut their eyelids off,” blaming a lack of aggression on both offense and defense during the final drive. He urged coach Brian Schottenheimer to identify and challenge players who truly want to win as the Cowboys face the Indianapolis Colts in Week 9. The loss marks the Cardinals’ ninth win against Dallas since 2008.
The Dallas Cowboys must have a difficult conversation about George Pickens' future after their humiliating loss to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 8.
The Phoenix Suns sit at a 1‑3 start, sparking fan frustration and talk of a point‑guard overhaul. Recent games saw Devin Booker score just three points against Oklahoma City and Jalen Green two points against the Nuggets, prompting calls to trade for a true floor general or start Collin Gillespie. A 96‑hour layoff gave the Suns the fewest games played early in the season, but a grueling four‑game, six‑day stretch—including their first back‑to‑back—lies ahead. While the West reels from injuries to stars like Anthony Edwards and Ja Morant, Phoenix remains healthy aside from Mark Williams. This week’s slate features a win over Golden State, then games vs. Portland, Orlando and Houston, marking the franchise’s longest homestand since 2021.
Monday Night Football pits the Chicago Bears against the Seattle Seahawks, and a Bears win could indirectly help the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC playoff race. A Seattle loss would drop the Seahawks to 4-4, tying them with the Rams in the NFC West behind the 6-1 49ers. With the NFC North tightly packed—Vikings at 6-1, Bears and Lions at 5-2, Packers 5-3—the Bears' result also impacts non‑divisional wild‑card berths. The Rams, now 4-4, still have winnable games against Washington and an upcoming rematch with Arizona, which is juggling its quarterback situation.
The Portland Trail Blazers (4‑1) host the Denver Nuggets (3‑2) on Nov. 2 at 6 pm PT, marking the Blazers' second game of a four‑game road trip after a win over Utah. Denver returns home on a two‑game streak, riding victories over New Orleans and Phoenix. Key storylines: Portland’s elite three‑point shooting (15.8 makes, 35.3% efficiency) versus Nikola Jokic, who averages 21.2 points, 9.8 rebounds and 9.2 assists and could explode at any moment. Injuries loom—Shaedon Sharpe and Ja Morant are out for Portland; Julian Strawther, Spencer Jones and Alpha Diallo sit out for Denver. Nuggets guard Christian Braun sparkles with 31 points against the Suns, while DeMar DeRozan’s new backup‑point role draws attention. The game will be streamed on BlazerVision or League Pass, with audio on the Trail Blazers Audio Network.
The author revels in watching the Cowboys squander a 24‑10 lead against the Arizona Cardinals, turning the collapse into a bit of schadenfreude for rival fans. A detailed radio play‑by‑play notes Tyler Allgeier’s 52‑yard run, his TD, and the Cardinals’ late comeback that forced overtime and a 31‑30 Cardinals win. While the Eagles’ season is effectively over, the piece uses the Cowboys‑Cardinals drama to mock struggling NFC East teams and highlight the amusement of hate‑watching rivals.
Mike Tomlin criticizes Dallas Cowboys for losing despite leading late in the game
The Cowboys squandered a sizable lead against the Cardinals at AT&T Stadium, falling 27‑24 in overtime on November 2, 2026. Coach Brian Schottenheimer’s play‑calling is heavily criticized for a timid second half, and Dak Prescott’s offense managed just two touchdowns while failing to gain double‑digit yards on more than half of its drives. Defensive lapses—particularly by Christian Parker, Rashan Gary, and an under‑performing offensive line—allowed Arizona to rally and tie the game. Missed opportunities also include Brandon Aubrey’s 61‑yard miss and a Javonte Williams fumble that led to a Cowboys touchdown. The article notes a bright spot in rookie Caleb Downs, who recorded key tackles before entering concussion protocol.
After a frantic Week 8, The Big Lead flags three NFL clubs that could be in trouble heading into Week 9. The Dallas Cowboys fell to 4‑4 after a late comeback by the Cardinals, leaving them three games behind the Giants. The Baltimore Ravens lost both quarterbacks—Lamar Jackson (hand surgery) and Tyler Huntley (turf toe)—forcing them to rely on backup Joe Fagnano. The Minnesota Vikings’ offense sputters under Kyler Murray, despite a solid defensive showing against the Lions, raising doubts about their playoff chances.
The Dallas Cowboys have tough decisions to make about their future after another bad loss to the Arizona Cardinals.
Mike and Dan talk on the eve of the college hoops season. They also discuss the Louisville football team’s win over Stanford and the Detroit Lions’ DEMOLITION of Minnesota. Direct link here.
Dallas Cowboys rookie safety Caleb Downs had an outing he'd wish to forget in Sunday's 33-30 overtime loss to the Arizona Cardinals.