The New York Giants, sitting 4-2-1 atop the NFC East heading into Week 8, are reportedly targeting both a defensive tackle and a running back before the Nov. 10 trade deadline. Insider Jordan Schultz cites five realistic options: DT A’Shawn Robinson (Buccaneers) and veteran Daron Payne (Commanders) to fill the void left by Dexter Lawrence, plus RBs Alvin Kamara (Saints), Tony Pollard (Titans) and DT Vita Vea (Buccaneers). Kamara and Pollard could give quarterback Daniel Skattebo a dynamic backfield, while the DTs would bolster the interior line cost‑effectively.
Updated NFL QB rankings after Week 7, following J.J. McCarthy's excellent New York Giants debut and Brock Purdy's first dud of the campaign for the San Francisco 49ers.
Week 8 fantasy advice from Gridiron Experts warns that the recent roller‑coaster of high scores is over and urges managers to chase upside. With Houston, New Orleans, Giants and 49ers on bye, the focus is on quarterbacks and flex spots. Jacoby Brissett (Texans vs. Cowboys) is a top‑12 superflex pick against a soft Dallas secondary, while Geno Smith (Jets vs. Raiders) is a solid streamer despite a strong Raiders pass rush. Miami’s Ollie Gordon II sees heavy red‑zone carries, offering a safe RB2 floor. Blake Corum (Rams) and Rachaad White (Washington) provide flex upside in favorable run‑heavy matchups. Expect the unexpected through Halloween week.
JJ McCarthy made a strong first impression in his New York Giants debut, helping the team secure a 27-21 overtime victory over the Houston Texans. Robert Griffin III offered a brief but enthusiastic reaction to the quarterback’s performance, expressing happiness for McCarthy after the former Michigan standout delivered an efficient outing in his first start […]
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The New York Giants could potentially be in the market for Jonathan Taylor should the Indianapolis Colts decide to move the star running back amid their ongoing fire sale.
Sam Leavitt has watched Cam Skattebo flatten defenders from close range. He knows the running back’s appetite for contact is real. What bothers him is the idea that the New York Giants star is simply an unhinged football player who lives to run over people. Leavitt, who played alongside Skattebo at Arizona State before transferring […]
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Eight-time Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson is an interesting figure in Tampa Bay history. Buccaneers Ring of Honor general manager Jason Licht probably would have drafted him in 2018 if Chris Godwin hadn’t caught a game-ending and game-winning touchdown pass […]
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Buccaneers ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler mentions Buccaneers OLB YaYa Diaby as a potential trade candidate ahead of the deadline. He says Tampa Bay is not poised to keep Diaby after his rookie contract expires, which could open up the door to a trade. Commanders ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler mentions Commanders DT Daron Payne as a trade candidate […]
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The 49ers, fresh off acquiring DE DeForest Buckner, are already eyeing additional upgrades at defensive end and wide receiver. Trade chatter includes Maxx Crosby (if the Raiders budge), Khalil Mack, and Josh Sweat (despite his dip to two sacks in 2026). On the receiver side, the Niners consider Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars), Garrett Wilson (Giants), and Josh Downs (Colts), with the latter reportedly seeking a trade. Analysts give Thomas a 45% trade likelihood and Sweat a 40% chance. The piece weighs each prospect’s fit, contract status, and recent production, highlighting the team’s ongoing roster‑building push.
After a 27-21 overtime loss to the New York Giants, the Houston Texans slip to 2-5 and drop to No. 18 in NFL.com’s power rankings (down from 22) and No. 21 on ESPN. The defeat highlighted recurring blocking and tackling woes, costly penalties, and a porous secondary without safety Jalen Pitre, as Giants rookie QB J.J. McCarthy sparked a 194‑yard passing barrage to Malik Nabers and Malachi Fields. Giants RBs Cam Skattebo and former Texan Devin Singletary combined for 165 rushing yards and two touchdowns, sealing the win. Despite the setbacks, C.J. Stroud’s connection with Marvin Harrison Jr. and TE Foster Moreau’s red‑zone impact keep hope alive heading into the bye week.
The Giants' backfield takes a hit as RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. lands on injured reserve with a hamstring strain, sidelining him for at least four games. GM Joe Schoen promotes Cam Skattebo to starter and leans on veteran Devin Singletary, but the loss fuels trade chatter for Colts star Jonathan Taylor. Indianapolis may hold onto Taylor, demanding a high second‑round pick, while New York could also consider cheaper options like Josh Downs. With the November trade deadline looming, the Giants must decide whether to splurge or stick with the untested rotation.
The New York Giants place running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. on injured reserve after a hamstring injury in the overtime win over the Houston Texans on Oct. 25, sidelining him for at least four games. Tracy, who scored three touchdowns in his last two outings, is replaced by undrafted rookie Gregory Desrosiers from the Chargers’ practice squad, while Cam Skattebo and Devin Singletary see increased carries. GM Joe Schoen says the move won’t end Tracy’s season but adds depth testing ahead of a long stretch post‑bye, especially after the recent release of Najee Harris.
The New York Giants respond to rookie Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s four‑week hamstring IR stint by signing Memphis rookie Greg Desrosiers from the Chargers' practice squad, not by chasing a blockbuster trade for Indianapolis star Jonathan Taylor. GM Joe Schoen assures reporters the injury is temporary and the team will rely on Cam Skattebo, Devin Singletary and the new addition for depth, keeping the backfield rotation intact ahead of the 2026 trade deadline.
When J.J. McCarthy made his New York Giants debut, Barstool Sports owner Dave Portnoy, a Michigan alum, went on to criticize how the Minnesota Vikings handled his time in Minnesota. However, Portnoy wasn’t the only Wolverine to speak up. Most recently, Blake Corum, a former teammate of McCarthy and Los Angeles Rams RB, has joined […]
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Kyler Murray’s results must justify the Minnesota Vikings’ quarterback choice, not just J.J. McCarthy’s struggles before he joined the New York Giants.
Jonathan Taylor’s wife ignites trade buzz as the Indianapolis Colts enter rebuild mode. A video from Alanna Jay Taylor fuels speculation that the running back could leave, and reports confirm the Colts have discussed trading him to the New York Giants—though a move to East Rutherford isn’t certain. Amid a 2‑5 season, Indianapolis already shipped Quenton Nelson to Seattle and DeForest Buckner back to San Francisco, hinting at a roster clear‑out. If Taylor departs, only Seth McGowan and DJ Giddens remain on the depth chart, leaving the Colts’ backfield in flux.
Washington’s No. 7 overall pick, Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles, is already proving his top‑10 draft value. In just six games he’s logged 46 tackles (team‑leading), a sack, three TFLs, a forced fumble, an interception and four passes defensed. Highlights include a standout Week 3 pass breakup on Seattle’s Jadarian Price—earning NFC Defensive Player of the Week—plus 13‑tackle outings against the Giants and 49ers and a dominant showdown with Saquon Barkley in Week 1. At 6‑foot‑5, 245 lb, Styles blends size, speed and instincts, positioning him as a potential defensive cornerstone for the Commanders.
The New York Giants, now 4-2-1 and leading the NFC East, are rumored to target Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor, but new reports suggest the trade is unlikely before the Nov. 10 deadline. Despite a recent 200‑yard rushing effort against Houston, insiders like ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler and Albert Breer say the Colts aren’t inclined to part with Taylor, who is under contract for two more seasons and may be traded in the offseason instead. The Giants remain low on the list of potential fits, leaving their RB needs unresolved as they chase a playoff spot.
The New York Giants are reportedly in trade talks with the Indianapolis Colts, not for running back Jonathan Taylor but for wide receiver Josh Downs. Giants GM Joe Schoen has ruled out a Taylor deal, and sources say WR‑needy teams, including New York, have reached out about Downs. The 2026 season sees Downs leading the Colts with 26 catches for 307 yards across seven games, though he’s yet to score. Adding Downs would give the Giants a stronger supporting cast behind Malik Nabers and Isaiah Likely, addressing their depth concerns without overhauling the rushing attack.
Giants GM Joe Schoen confirms the New York team is in trade talks with the Indianapolis Colts but says running back Jonathan Taylor is likely off the table. While the Giants have reached out to Indianapolis, recent reports suggest the Colts aren’t inclined to move Taylor, who just signed a two‑year, $44 million extension in August. Trading him now would only free $8.6 million of his $16.1 million cap hit and leave $7.5 million in dead money, making a deal more sensible next season. The Giants may instead be targeting other Colts players, possibly at wide receiver, as they explore options before the October 28, 2026 trade deadline.
A social media post from an account associated with Cam Skattebo’s father weighed in on the discussion surrounding the New York Giants running back’s penalty against the Houston Texans. The incident drew attention after a social media post featured the collision, with the hit presented as clean despite the unnecessary roughness call. Father defends Giants […]
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The Houston Texans came into the 2026 season with aspirations of being one of the top teams in the AFC. After seven games, they are now 2-5 as their inability to develop consistency continues on both ends of the field. The latest loss was a 27-21 overtime defeat to the New York Giants, but this game […]
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The New York Giants pulled off a massive road upset against the Houston Texans, a team favored by nine points in their own stadium. Quarterback JJ McCarthy led the offense with poise and confidence throughout the contest. His performance quickly made waves across the NFL media world. One of sports television’s loudest voices then dropped […]
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Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow takes over as PFF's No. 1 quarterback after a stellar Week 7 showing. Cowboys gunslinger Dak Prescott enters the top five, while Giants newcomer J.J. McCarthy shoots up after a strong first start.
After coming up short to the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football, it’s safe to say the Philadelphia Eagles’ fate has been cast for the 2026 NFL season. Sure, sitting at 3-4 doesn’t feel great, especially after how well JJ McCarthy performed in his debut with the New York Giants, but the Eagles have been […]
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