The Philadelphia Eagles will replace Tanner McKee with Joe Milton III for Sunday’s matchup against the New York Giants, as reported by NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. McKee, who has started three games since Jalen Hurts was ruled out for the season, is 0-3 with just two touchdowns and two interceptions. Milton, who last started for the New England Patriots in 2024 and posted 249 yards, a passing TD, a rushing TD and no picks, gets the nod in hopes of sparking a struggling offense plagued by injuries to stars like DeVonta Smith and Saquon Barkley. The move aims to give the Eagles a boost as they fight to climb the standings.
The Philadelphia Eagles announce a quarterback shake‑up for Sunday’s matchup against the New York Giants, putting rookie Joe Milton III in the starter’s seat over Tanner McKee. Milton, signed less than a month ago, has five NFL appearances but no starts; his most notable game was a 23‑16 Patriots win over Buffalo backups in January 2025, where he threw for 241 yards and a touchdown. The move aims to spark interest amid a struggling offense lacking DeVonta Smith, Dontayvion Wicks and a hurt Saquon Barkley.
The Philadelphia Eagles have announced a third quarterback shift for this week, moving from Jalen Hurts to Tanner McKee and now to Joe Milton as the starter for Sunday’s game against the New York Giants, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The change comes just days after the Steelers learned Hurts would be unavailable, leaving them uncertain about Philadelphia’s offense ahead of their matchup.
The Philadelphia Eagles are turning to Joe Milton as their starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the New York Giants, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter and NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.
The Eagles will start rookie QB Joe Milton III in Week 9 against the New York Giants, according to NFL Trade Rumors' Mike Garafolo. Milton, a 2024 sixth‑round pick who spent the past season on the Cowboys’ practice squad, replaces struggling Tanner McKee (0‑3 as a starter). Milton is entering the third year of a four‑year, $4.2 million rookie deal with $183k guaranteed. In his six‑year college and NFL career he’s completed 400 of 649 passes (61.6%) for 5,353 yards, 37 TDs, 11 INTs, and added 12 rushing touchdowns.
As the NFL trade deadline looms, the Commanders eye receiver help but likely pass on Brandon Aiyuk after his social‑media drama, while CB Mike Sainristil sparks modest interest. The Cowboys, still in the NFC East race, seem set to keep WR George Pickens and may only move depth pieces like TE Luke Schoonmaker. The Eagles plan to retain DT Moro Ojoku despite Jaguars interest and could flip CB Riq Woolen, WR Marquise Brown or TE Dallas Goedert. The Giants have offered the Colts a first‑rounder for RB Jonathan Taylor but may settle for a defensive tackle, eyeing DT Grover Stewart over a likely‑unmovable Vita Vea. All moves hinge on value before the deadline.
The Giants, atop the NFC East after a bye, are eyeing a running‑back upgrade before the Nov. 10 trade deadline. With Cam Skattebo, Devin Singletary and Tyrone Tracy Jr. deemed unspectacular and the backs averaging just 72.2 yards per game before a 180‑yard Week 7 outburst, the article ranks four potential targets: elite Colts star Jonathan Taylor (610 yards, 8 TDs in eight games), proven but undervalued Titans runner Tony Pollard (four straight 1,000‑yard seasons), veteran Derrick Henry (career‑low four yards per carry, possible Ravens seller), and a fourth unnamed candidate. It lays out each player’s contract situation, trade cost, and how they could boost New York’s offense for a playoff push.
With the NFL trade deadline looming on Nov. 10, the Indianapolis Colts must decide whether to move star running back Jonathan Taylor. The 27‑year‑old, under contract through 2028, has attracted interest from the Broncos, Vikings, Seahawks and Giants, and Indianapolis seeks a first‑round pick in return. After a 2‑6 start and a crushing 42‑7 loss to Jacksonville that dropped fan confidence to 31%, the team faces a rebuilding crossroads following the recent departures of Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner. Trading Taylor could stockpile draft capital, but would further weaken an offense already struggling to score. Fans are left weighing long‑term optimism against short‑term pain.
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With the NFL trade deadline looming on Nov. 10, the Baltimore Ravens are weighing a blockbuster move for 33‑year‑old Derrick Henry. The veteran back already has 632 rushing yards and eight TDs this season, but a thumb injury to Lamar Jackson has derailed Baltimore’s Super Bowl hopes. Henry’s $12 million salary is largely offset by bonuses, making him a cap‑friendly target for contenders. The New York Giants, whose coach John Harbaugh knows Henry from Baltimore, and the New England Patriots, linked to him through former Titans coach Mike Vrabel, emerge as the most plausible suitors. The Ravens must decide soon as a loss to Jacksonville could accelerate talks.
Week 9 reports indicate the New York Giants are the most aggressive pursuers of Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor. Sitting 4‑2‑1 atop the NFC East, the Giants aim to upgrade their defensive line and backfield for a division title push, with head coach Brian Daboll and GM Joe Schoen reportedly targeting the three‑time Pro Bowler. Competing with the Vikings and Broncos, the Giants face a hurdle after trading a fifth‑round pick for JJ McCarthy, leaving limited draft capital. Yet insiders Jordan Schultz, Dan Graziano and Connor Hughes say the trade is plausible and could be the "cherry on top" for a title‑ready roster.
The Houston Texans bolster their defensive line by signing former practice‑squad DT Naquan Jones from the 49ers, replacing waived veteran Jaden Crumedy. Jones, who logged three games and two tackles with San Francisco, previously played over 100 snaps for Houston in 2025 and is expected to reinforce run stopping alongside Sheldon Rankins, Tommy Togiai, Kayden McDonald, and Logan Hall. The move follows Houston’s 27‑21 overtime loss to the New York Giants, prompting a push for interior depth. Additional roster tweaks include adding RB Joshua Pitsenberger and WR Daniel Sobkowicz to the practice squad while releasing RB Deuce Vaughn and DT Kyonte Hamilton.
The New York Giants may abandon the long‑rumored chase for Indianapolis’ Jonathan Taylor and instead target Baltimore Ravens star Derrick Henry in a late‑season blockbuster trade. Former Giants defensive coordinator Don “Wink” Martindale says head coach John Harbaugh could contact Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti to negotiate a deal that would give the 247‑pound bellcow a chance to finish his career in New York. Henry would add power‑running for short‑yardage and red‑zone situations, force defenses to stack the box and open up play‑action passing. The shift in focus could reshape NFL trade talks as the Giants push for the NFC East crown.
As the NFL trade deadline looms, ESPN insider Dan Graziano reports that the New York Giants are a top candidate to acquire RB Jonathan Taylor from the Indianapolis Colts. The Colts, fresh from trading Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner, are demanding hefty draft compensation, citing Taylor’s age (27) and contract status. Giants, eager to bolster their backfield and defensive line, have also eyed Jeffery Simmons and Vita Vea, indicating a busy week of potential moves.
Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio calls Giants rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy a “steal,” praising the New York acquisition after the 18‑year‑old’s performance against the Houston Texans on Oct. 25, 2026. The Giants obtained McCarthy from Minnesota for a 2027 fifth‑round pick after Jaxson Dart’s season‑ending knee injury, securing a former first‑round talent without a premium price. Analysts suggest pairing him with a strong running game and selective passing to avoid excess pressure, especially ahead of the upcoming division clash with Philadelphia. Fangio’s endorsement highlights the trade’s value, but the true test remains McCarthy’s four‑quarter performance against the Eagles.
Having already tried to go big before the trade deadline by inquiring about Jeffery Simmons, the New York Giants are still looking to take a home-run swing to improve the interior of their defensive line.
Week 9’s Stats & Vibes breaks down three struggling NFL stories. The Indianapolis Colts’ fire‑sale leaves QB Daniel Jones stranded like Tom Hanks in *Cast Away*—he’s posted 1,542 passing yards, five TDs, nine INTs, a 68.7 passer rating and taken 22 sacks after losing key blockers like Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner, while still rehabbing an Achilles. Meanwhile, Jacksonville’s Bhayshul Tuten channels Sonic the Hedgehog, ranking 3rd in juke rate (32.8%), 4th in yards per touch (4.5) and delivering 159 total yards with two TDs on just 18 touches in Week 8. Finally, a brief nod to an Arizona power‑up hints at a veteran resurgence. The column weighs how these trends could impact dynasty managers.
Former Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson interviews for the NC State head‑coach vacancy, joining fellow ex‑Wolfpack star Philip Rivers as a leading candidate. Wilson, who retired after the 2025 Giants season and currently works as a CBS analyst, played three seasons in Raleigh before transferring to Wisconsin. Rivers, a high‑school coach in Alabama with no college experience, has been the presumed favorite since Dave Doeren’s firing on Oct. 24. Both iconic quarterbacks could vie for the job, though NC State may still consider candidates with proven head‑coaching backgrounds.
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The New York Giants lock up cornerback Greg Newsome II on a three‑year, $46 million extension (including $32 million guaranteed) through 2029, just eight months after his one‑year, $8 million deal. The 26‑year‑old celebrated with a seven‑word tweet: “BIG BLUE WE ARE HERE TO STAY!!” Newsome has posted 25 tackles, six passes defended and an interception in six games, limiting opponents to a 61.4 passer rating when targeted. The deal gives the Giants salary‑cap flexibility ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline while raising questions about the futures of fellow corners Deonte Banks and Paulson Adebo.
The Daily Hoosier breaks down week eight performances of former Indiana players in the NFL. Raiders QB Fernando Mendoza stays unused, while teammate TE Ian Thomas logs 29 offensive snaps and a TD. Giants LB Micah McFadden sits out his bye week after 14 tackles. Steelers TE Riley Nowakowski sees limited action, and 49ers DB CJ West remains on IR. Vikings WR Myles Price adds 72 kick‑return yards, and Jets WR Omar Cooper records 50 offensive snaps with two touchdowns. Chiefs OL Kahlil Benson starts at left tackle, and several alumni (e.g., Nick Westbrook‑Ikhine, Ke’Shawn Williams) are on practice squads. The roundup highlights who played, who was inactive, and each player's season totals.
Former Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson, a 10‑time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champion, interviewed for the North Carolina State head‑coaching vacancy, according to Adam Schefter. Wilson, who played three seasons at NC State and later spent 2024‑25 with the Steelers before brief stints with the Giants, is currently a CBS Sports analyst. He posted a 16‑TD, five‑INT line in 11 games for Pittsburgh and went 6‑5 as a starter before a wild‑card loss. NC State also considers fellow NFL alum Philip Rivers for the role.