Deion Sanders’ son Shilo, who is juggling an $11.89 million bankruptcy case, rants about New York’s sky‑high rent in a new YouTube video. While hunting apartments, he says even $12,000 a month for a cramped unit is "outrageous," recalling similar price shocks in Miami and West Palm Beach. His brother, Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur, has offered to cover any down payment, but the rent remains prohibitive. Shilo, now focused on fashion, modeling and content creation, hopes the city’s media scene will help fund his rent, yet he vows to avoid apartments over $9,000 a month. The bankruptcy trial, overseen by Judge Michael Romero, still awaits a verdict.
The Cleveland Browns hosted workouts for five free agents on Friday, including RBs Ulysses Bentley and Elijah Tau‑Tolliver, and DBs Austin Brown, Darren Hall and Jerrick Reed. Hall, a former San Diego State starter and 2020 first‑team All‑MWC, has bounced between practice squads and brief stints with the Falcons, Colts, Cardinals and Commanders, most recently logging 21 tackles in 13 games for Arizona in 2025. The Browns are evaluating these players as they look to bolster depth amid the 2026 season.
The Cleveland Browns head into Week 9 against the New Orleans Saints with quarterback Shedeur Sanders slated to start, not as a trade bait but as a genuine option. Coach Todd Monken confirms there are no plans to move Sanders before the deadline, despite recent trade rumors and a Skip Bayless spotlight. Sanders, who threw for 1,400 yards, 7 TDs and 10 interceptions in eight games last season, now has a more versatile receiving corps—Harold Fannin Jr. (411 yards) and Denzel Boston (409 yards)—under a passing‑by‑committee scheme averaging 204 yards per game. With DeShaun Watson returning from concussion protocol, the Browns aim to compete against Saints QB Tyler Shough.
The Cleveland Browns have "no plans" to move quarterback Shedeur Sanders ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Week 9’s Browns‑Saints clash arrives with lingering injury questions. Cleveland lists QB Deshaun Watson as “questionable” after a concussion, while rookie Shedeur Sanders is slated to start; Watson could clear protocol Saturday and serve as Sanders’ backup. Defensive tackle Maliek Collins is out with an elbow injury. New Orleans wrestles its own concerns: OT Kelvin Banks Jr., WR Jordyn Tyson, and CB Martin Emerson are all listed as questionable, and RB CJ Donaldson remains out with a shoulder concussion. Both teams hope the cleared players return, making the matchup’s health slate a key storyline.
Browns buying? Texans selling? Who’s getting Downs? Is Pollard available?
Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders skips questions about his recent agent hire as he gears up for his first start of the season. With Deshaun Watson on concussion protocol, Sanders— a fifth‑round pick (144th overall) who went 3‑4 with 1,400 yards, seven TDs and 10 INTs last year—took first‑team reps Wednesday and said he’s only focused on the upcoming game against the New Orleans Saints. The 24‑year‑old will debut in Week 9, offering a chance to cement the backup role if Watson remains sidelined.
With the NFL trade deadline looming on Nov. 10, The Game Haus outlines offensive players likely to move. Veteran RB Jonathan Taylor (Colts) could be a rebuild-friendly upgrade for the Broncos or Vikings, while Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. remains a buy‑low option for the Chiefs or 49ers. TE Dallas Goedert (Eagles) may be sold as a free agent, attracting interest from the Buccaneers or Seahawks. Colts WR Josh Downs, who publicly requested a trade, fits the Bills or Giants. OT Austin Jackson (Dolphins) and Browns’ Dawand Jones—both on expiring or cheap contracts—are potential targets for the Packers, Bengals, Texans or Panthers. The piece spotlights each player’s contract situation, performance, and best‑fit teams ahead of the deadline.
Future Hall of Famer Travis Kelce hails Steelers tight end Darnell Washington as his new favorite player to watch after Washington’s 58‑yard catch and run against the Cleveland Browns. Kelce praised the tight end’s release, body control and size on the “New Heights” podcast, while quarterback Aaron Rodgers echoed the sentiment, noting Washington’s huge catch radius and natural hands. Washington, now on pace for a breakout season with 254 yards and three TDs on 19 receptions, signed a four‑year, $42 million extension in June. The buzz underscores his rising impact on the Steelers offense.
The Browns finish a three‑game road trip on Nov. 6 at the Caesars Superdome, where rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders makes his first start of the season as Deshaun Watson remains in concussion protocol. Cleveland (5‑3) needs a win to stay in the playoff hunt, while the 2‑5 Saints aim to avoid another loss. Key details: kickoff 1 p.m. on CBS, Browns wear white jerseys, injuries include DT Maliek Collins (out) and RB CJ Donaldson (out). The matchup pits Cleveland’s No. 23 run defense against New Orleans’ No. 28 rushing attack, with an over/under of 42.5.
Browns defensive end Jared Verse lashes out at his own locker room after a brutal hit by Steelers lineman Mason McCormick during a 27-6 loss in Pittsburgh. Verse says McCormick lifted and slammed him on a field‑goal attempt, a dirty play that could have ended his season, yet no teammate came to his aid. He also calls out a similar lack of support when fellow defender Derek Barnett faced a comparable situation. Verse confirmed he’s voiced the issue to his peers as the Browns, now 5‑3, prepare to host the New Orleans Saints Sunday.
Four running backs are primed for breakout weeks in NFL Week 9, making them top fantasy targets. Chase Brown (Cincinnati) could capitalize on a Falcons defense that ranks fourth in fantasy points allowed to backs and has yielded nine rushing TDs. Rookie Jonah Coleman (Denver) faces a Panthers line that gives up a league‑worst 140.7 rushing yards per game and 12 TDs, promising a potential 100‑plus yard showing. Kyren Williams (Los Angeles) remains the ninth‑ranked RB with 548 rushing yards and 242 receiving yards, and a weakened Rams passing attack could boost his workload against Washington. Quinshon Judkins (Cleveland) steps up as the Browns' QB situation falters, confronting a Saints defense that is 29th against the run and tops the league in fantasy points surrendered to RBs. Each player offers a high upside for fantasy managers looking to cash in on Week 9 matchups.
The Cleveland Browns will give backup quarterback Shedeur Sanders his first start of the 2026 season on Sunday at 1:00 p.m. ET against the New Orleans Saints after starter Deshaun Watson sits out with a concussion. Sanders, 24, posted modest rookie numbers in 2025 – 1,400 passing yards, seven touchdowns and ten interceptions over eight games – and hopes to prove he can earn a longer‑term role. Head coach Todd Monken says he’s “fired up” to see Sanders play, noting the performance could force a roster decision before the trade deadline. A strong showing could boost the son of Deion Sanders’ trade value, while a poor outing will likely see Watson return.
The Browns reshuffle their Week 9 roster after a Thursday decision, likely spurred by a big injury. After briefly signing and waiving TE Carsen Ryan, Cleveland adds DT Sam Kamara to the active squad to replace the sidelined Maliek Collins, who missed practice this week. Kamara, with 1 sack, 3 tackles for loss and 10 tackles in three games this season, has already hit his three‑elevations limit, forcing the team to keep him on the 53‑man roster for the Saints matchup on Nov. 6.
Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger weighs in on edge rusher Jared Verse's frustration after being body‑slammed by teammate Mason McCormick. Schwesinger says he didn’t see the play, but would have defended Verse if he had. Verse, a former Rams player acquired in the Myles Garrett trade, says he expected more support from teammates, recalling a similar incident with Derek Barnett. He admits his own reaction was too harsh and urges the locker room to move forward. The controversy sparked discussion on the Browns' internal chemistry ahead of the season.
The Cleveland Browns promote defensive tackle Sam Kamara from their practice squad to the active roster for Week 9, according to Ian Rapoport. The 28‑year‑old, an undrafted Stony Brook graduate who debuted with the Chicago Bears, has been with Cleveland since October 2022, shuffling between practice and active lists. In the 2026 season he’s logged three games, 10 tackles and three tackles for loss, prompting the latest roster move.
The Cleveland Browns announce a quarterback change for Week 9 after veteran Deshaun Watson suffers a concussion in the 27-6 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers on Nov. 1. Backup Shedeur Sanders, the former Colorado star and 2025 fifth‑round pick, will start against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Sanders, who threw for 1,400 yards, seven TDs and 10 interceptions in his rookie year, has been practicing with the first‑team offense and is seen as a potential spark for the AFC North‑struggling Browns. Coach Todd Monken says the offensive scheme will stay largely the same while Sanders gets his first real opportunity to prove his development.
Deshaun Watson returns to Browns practice on Friday but remains in concussion protocol, leaving him questionable for Sunday’s clash with the New Orleans Saints. Coach Todd Monken confirms that backup quarterback Shedeur Sanders will start, praising his preparation and leadership. Sanders, who has been waiting for a chance since the offseason, gets his first start as Cleveland sits 5-3 and third in the AFC North, while Watson’s health remains uncertain.
With Deshaun Watson still in concussion protocol, Shedeur Sanders will make his first start of the 2026 season in Week 9 for the Cleveland Browns.
In a Week 9 preview, Canal Street Chronicles’ Nic Jennings says the Browns can exploit New Orleans’ run defense, which ranks tied‑fourth in yards per carry (4.8) and allows the league’s second‑most rushing touchdowns (11). He praises rookie QB Tyler Shough as the Saints’ long‑term answer, highlighting his arm, mobility and clutch play, while noting the interior defensive front as the team’s biggest weakness. Jennings predicts rookie wideout Jordyn Tyson—or, if still inactive, sixth‑rounder Barion Brown—will impact the game, and mentions lesser‑known Saints offensive talent Devaughn Vele as a potential surprise for Cleveland.
Browns head coach Todd Monken confirms Shedeur Sanders will start at quarterback for Week 9 against the New Orleans Saints after Deshaun Watson lands on the concussion protocol and is listed as questionable. The 24‑year‑old, a fifth‑round pick (144 overall) in the 2026 draft, signed a four‑year, $4.647 million rookie deal. Sanders, who played at Jackson State and Colorado under his father Deion Sanders, posted 1,400 passing yards, seven TDs and ten interceptions in eight games last season, plus 169 rushing yards and a score. His promotion follows Watson’s missed practice week.
Myles Garrett is on track to return for the Rams’ Week 9 showdown with the Washington Commanders after arthroscopic knee surgery. The five‑time All‑Pro, acquired from Cleveland in a blockbuster trade, missed the season‑opener and has been rehabbing all week, with coach Sean McVay and veteran Aaron Donald praising his progress. Garrett’s comeback could boost a defense that already ranks near the top in passing yards allowed and rushing touchdowns surrendered. The game, set for Sunday at 10 a.m. PT, is a pivotal NFC West matchup as the Rams aim to rebound from a slow start.
Rams defensive end Myles Garrett is poised to return from injured reserve for the Week 9 matchup against Washington. Ian Rapoport reports Garrett has completed a full week of practice and could suit up on Sunday. The 30‑year‑old, a former 2017 Browns first‑round pick, was traded to Los Angeles in a blockbuster deal that included two first‑round picks and DE Jared Verse, and signed a restructured Rams contract averaging $40.8 million annually. In 2025 he posted 23 sacks, 60 tackles and three forced fumbles across 17 games.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders, set to make his first start of the 2026 season on Sunday versus the New Orleans Saints after Deshaun Watson lands on concussion protocol, snapped at a reporter’s question about his recent hiring of agent Adie von Gontard. Sanders, a second‑year QB drafted in the fifth round in 2025, dismissed the inquiry as irrelevant to the upcoming game, emphasizing his focus on the Saints matchup. The agent move sparked trade‑speculation, but Sanders reiterated his media wariness, recalling a contentious rookie year and pledging to keep the spotlight on on‑field performance.
The Cleveland Browns’ 27-6 Week 8 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers sparked a locker‑room firestorm after defensive end Jared Verse blamed his teammates for the defeat. On 92.3 The Fan, hosts Ken Carman and Anthony Lima lambasted Verse’s public criticism, contrasting it with rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders’ measured comments and noting Verse’s lack of production—zero sacks in eight games despite a hefty contract. The debate highlights concerns over team culture, leadership and financial impact as the Browns prepare for a matchup against New Orleans.