DeMeco Ryans is losing patience over the constant penalties the Houston Texans are committing after their 27-21 overtime loss to the New York Giants on Sunday afternoon. Ryans is going through his fourth season as the Texans’ head coach. He led them to the playoff three times, looking for a fourth straight appearance as the […]
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After Sunday’s matchups, the Chicago Bears stay atop the NFC Wild Card race at 5‑2, a half‑game ahead of the Lions for the fifth seed. The Vikings remain the only unbeaten team (6‑0) after a 16‑10 win over Indianapolis, while the Lions upset the Packers 20‑17, reshuffling the 6‑7 spots. The current NFC standings show the Vikings, 49ers, Giants and Panthers clinching the top four seeds, with the Bears poised for a Monday Night Football showdown in Seattle. Upcoming Week 8 games feature the Packers vs. Panthers, Lions vs. Vikings, and Bears in Seattle.
Jonathan Taylor’s wife, Ayanna Chapman, sparked fresh trade rumors with an Instagram series asking fans if her life will become a "Colts transaction watch" ahead of the November 10 deadline. She points to Indianapolis’ 2-5 start, the recent firing of GM Chris Ballard, and the team’s depleted draft capital after trading first‑round picks for Sauce Gardner as signs a new GM might move Taylor. While Taylor remains noncommittal, reports link the Packers, Seahawks, Vikings, Broncos, Giants and others to potential interest. Taylor, the league’s leading rusher last season with 1,585 yards and 18 TDs, is under a two‑year, $44 million extension through 2028, making any trade costly.
The 49ers drop their first game of the season but stay second in the NFC behind the 6‑0 Vikings, keeping the No. 1 seed within reach thanks to a head‑to‑head tiebreaker edge. After Week 7 the Niners sit 6‑1 overall and 3‑0 in the West, while Seattle sits 4‑3 and the Rams 3‑4. Across the conference, Minnesota leads at 6‑0, followed by New York (4‑2‑1) and Carolina (3‑3). The article notes the Vikings’ tough remaining slate, the Giants’ surprise surge under J.J. McCarthy, and the volatility of other contenders like the Seahawks, Rams and Falcons, underscoring how much still hangs in the balance.
Coach John Harbaugh’s New York Giants are 4-2-1 on the season after a huge road win over CJ Stroud and the Houston Texans that was a showcase for Cam Skattebo, who called out an officiating double-standard. Fellow Giants QB Jameis Winston also got on the board in the Giants’ 27-21 overtime win that led to […]
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NFL Week 7 delivered several disappointing performances, highlighted by the Carolina Panthers' 43-0 loss to the Buccaneers, where Baker Mayfield threw just 11 passes and the defense surrendered 26 points in the second quarter. The Packers’ Josh Jacobs continued the league’s worst rushing attack, managing only 3.3 yards per carry on 11 carries. The San Francisco 49ers piled up 400 offensive yards but fumbled twice and threw two interceptions, barely edging the Falcons. New York Jets kicker Jason Sanders missed a crucial field goal in a 21-18 loss to Miami, and the Houston Texans were outplayed by the Giants despite a favorable matchup.
The Minnesota Vikings sit atop the NFC at 6‑0, solidifying their position as the conference's sole unbeaten team after the 49ers slipped to 6‑1 in Week 7. In the NFC North, Chicago (5‑2) and Detroit (4‑2) win, while Green Bay falls to 4‑3, leaving all four division teams above .500 and on track for playoff spots. The latest standings show the Vikings leading, followed by the 49ers, Giants (4‑2‑1), Panthers (3‑3) and the rest of the pack. The Kansas City Chiefs aim to match Minnesota’s perfect record in the upcoming Sunday night game.
The New York Giants were able to pick up a key road win in JJ McCarthy’s first start with the team. The former Minnesota Viking was razor sharp as the Giants earned a 27-21 triumph over the Houston Texans in overtime. John Harbaugh on J.J. McCarthy’s journey. pic.twitter.com/ddI6lYlOlI — Paul Schwartz (@NYPost_Schwartz) October 25, 2026 […]
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After the Indianapolis Colts dismissed GM Chris Ballard on Oct. 19, head coach Shane Steichen says quarterback Daniel Jones will stay the starter despite a dismal 16-10 loss to Minnesota. Jones completed 13 of 22 passes for 108 yards, threw an interception and was sacked four times, marking the team's third straight defeat and a 2‑5 record. Steichen stresses his faith in Jones while noting the poor passing game, leaving backups Anthony Richardson and Riley Leonard on the bench. The decision comes as the franchise ponders its future amid contract and injury concerns.
Week 7 delivered drama across the NFL, highlighted by the league’s first regular‑season game in France where the Steelers defeated the Saints 16‑10 at Stade de France. Fans slammed the national‑anthem performance and questioned several calls, including a overturned fumble on T.J. Watt. In Nashville, a missed false‑start before Cleveland’s game‑winning field goal sparked Titans fan ire. The Falcons snapped the 49ers’ unbeaten streak, the Bengals rallied from a 13‑0 halftime hole to beat the Ravens 35‑13, and the Vikings moved to 6‑0. Notably, Garrett Wilson shouted at Geno Smith as the Dolphins earned their first win, while J.J. McCarthy guided the Giants to an overtime victory in his debut start.
The New York Giants are 4-2-1 on the season after defeating the Houston Texans 27-21 on Sunday. It was a great performance for running back Cam Skattebo, as he played a key part in helping his team get the win. However, after the game, Skattebo had some choice words for the NFL after being penalized […]
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The Giants have lifted practice‑squad wideout Jalin Hyatt (No. 13) to the active roster but only for a temporary elevation. After a promising rookie year in 2023 (23 catches, 373 yards, three 40‑yard receptions), his production dropped to just 13 catches for 97 yards in 2024‑25. The author argues the team should assign Hyatt a specific, repeatable role—limited vertical routes—to gauge his release, timing, and ability to get open, rather than using him as a vague depth option. A clear, limited job will reveal whether he merits a larger role, avoiding a one‑off cameo that offers no real evaluation.
The New York Giants head into their October 25 bye week riding a 4‑2‑1 record after an emotional win, boosted by head coach John Harbaugh’s fiery post‑game pep talk. Harbaugh called the victory a pivotal test for the team’s playoff hopes and warned that the two NFC East games in the next five days – at Philadelphia and against Washington – will dictate the season’s trajectory. He also confirmed rookie JJ McCarthy as the franchise’s permanent starting quarterback, citing his high ceiling over veteran Jameis Winston. The Giants aim to emerge from the break as legitimate NFC East contenders.
The NFL’s chief medical officer praises the Eagles’ cautious handling of Jalen Hurts’ blood‑clot issue, emphasizing diligent diagnosis and patient‑first care. Meanwhile, Falcons defensive line coach Nate Ollie embraces a new attack‑style defense he learned from former Browns DC Jim Schwartz, vowing to stick with it. Giants defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson harshly critiques his unit’s Week 6 tackling woes, labeling missed assignments as “traitorous,” but notes the defense rebounded with a win over the Texans the following Sunday.
The New York Giants snap their road losing streak with a 27-21 overtime win over the Houston Texans on Oct. 25, 2026. Devin Singletary’s 30‑yard walk‑off touchdown caps a game where rookie QB J.J. McCarthy throws for 252 yards with no turnovers, while Cam Skattebo rushes for a career‑high 124 yards and a TD before injuring his leg. The defense forces just 237 yards and limits Nico Collins to six yards, helping the Giants improve to 4‑2‑1. Wideout Malik Nabers records his fourth straight 100‑yard game with seven catches for 111 yards, cementing his elite status despite recent knee surgeries. The victory defies the 10.5‑point underdog odds and positions the Giants as division contenders.
The coach's first season with the Giants is off to a good start.
The New York Giants came through on the road in Week 7 with a 27-21 overtime victory over the Houston Texans. The Giants won the game when Devin Singletary sprinted 30 yards down the sideline and made it into the endzone. Cam Skattebo said he wasn’t sliding on purpose on the play that set up […]
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With J.J. McCarthy making his first start after being traded from the Minnesota Vikings, the New York Giants downed the Houston Texans 27-21 in overtime on Sunday.
In his first-ever start for the New York Giants on Sunday, former Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy led his new team to a win over the Houston Texans.
The New York Giants advance to a 4-2-1 record on the season after pulling out a 27-21 Week 7 win over the Houston Texans in overtime. While it was a close game throughout, New York’s offense was seemingly the difference-maker, as J.J. McCarthy and Cam Skattebo led the way in lighting up the Houston defense. […]
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The running back got hurt on a 42-yard gain in overtime.
New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo's longest run of his career came with a price.
The New York Giants held off the Houston Texans 27–21 in Week 7 on October 25, 2026. Giants outgained the Texans, 407 total yards to 233.
We've learned not to get ahead of ourselves when it comes to McCarthy. But what we saw on Sunday looked an awful lot like a starting quarterback.
Let the J.J. McCarthy era begin for the New York Giants.