Adam Schefter tells ESPN’s Pat McAfee show the Cardinals aren’t planning to move on from safety Budda Baker, praising his continued impact. Meanwhile, Rams head coach Sean McVay explains his special‑teams tweaks, stressing better kickoff coverage and the strategic use of kicker Josh to limit short-field penalties. In Seattle, guard Grey Zabel shifts from left to right tackle after the Seahawks acquire LT Quenton Nelson from the Colts, citing the chance to learn from Nelson’s elite run‑ and pass‑blocking. The notes, published Nov 3 2026 on NFLTradeRumors.co, spotlight roster moves and coaching insights across the NFC.
The Los Angeles Rams report a mixed injury slate ahead of their next game. Veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford deals with right elbow soreness, prompting coach Sean McVay to monitor his practice load. Meanwhile, cornerbacks Jaylen Watson (shoulder) and Trent McDuffie (back) show promising recovery after Sunday’s injuries, and rookie tight end Terrance Ferguson (ankle) has a good chance to return to practice this week. Additionally, defensive end Myles Garrett begins his 21‑day practice activation window. The Rams hope these updates keep their offense and secondary healthy for the upcoming matchup.
The Rams beat the Chargers 24-9 to sit 4-4, and Pro Football Focus grades highlight an offensive line that dominated. Left guard Steve Avila posts an 86.1 grade without allowing pressure, while right guard Kevin Dotson earns 79.0, his season‑best. Wideout Puka Nacua shines with 11 of 12 catches and 80 yards after the catch. On defense, cornerback Trent McDuffie leads with an 86.6 grade, snagging an interception and recording five stops. linebacker Omar Speights shines in coverage (91.5 grade), and DT Tyler Davis adds two pressures. Notably, Aaron Donald and co. receive low grades, underscoring the depth of contributors in the win.
After a 4-4 win, Rams head coach Sean McVay announces that pass rusher Myles Garrett will return to practice this week, with tight end Terrance Ferguson likely following suit. Garrett, who missed all but the season opener due to knee surgery, now starts his IR countdown, while Ferguson’s timeline remains pending. Despite injuries to Davante Adams and Colby Parkinson, McVay downplays any need for a trade, stressing the roster’s upcoming returns. With defensive stalwarts Garrett and Aaron Donald poised to revive the line, the Rams look poised to surge in the second half of the season.
Monday Night Football pits the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks (4-3, second in the NFC West) against a 5-2 Chicago Bears team that sits third in the NFC North behind the Lions and Vikings. The article highlights Seattle's narrow margin for error as the Rams close in, while praising Bears quarterback Caleb Williams as a potential franchise savior. The writer leans toward the Bears, noting a Seattle loss would shake the playoff picture and benefit Buffalo’s schedule strength. An open thread invites fans to discuss the Week 8 showdown.
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The Rams, now 4-4 and third in the NFC West, get a boost before facing the Washington Commanders. Coach Sean McVay says edge rusher Myles Garrett will practice this week after landing on IR in Week 1, and tight end Terrance Ferguson may return soon. Garrett, acquired to pair with Aaron Donald, could recapture his record‑breaking sack form, while Ferguson’s comeback would bolster a offense that’s been inconsistent without Davante Adams and with Puka Nacua battling injuries. Wins over the Commanders and Cardinals could push Los Angeles back into playoff contention.
The Los Angeles Rams have opened the practice window for veteran defensive end Myles Garrett, report Tom Pelissero. The 30‑year‑old, a former 2017 Browns first‑round pick, is in the second year of his $160 million, four‑year extension after a $125 million deal the previous season. Garrett, who logged 23 sacks and 60 tackles in 2025, was acquired by the Rams in a blockbuster trade that also sent two first‑round picks and DE Jared Verse to Cleveland. Further details are pending.
Sean McVay confirms that edge rusher Myles Garrett will resume practice this week, opening his 21‑day window to return to the active roster before a potential IR move. The former Browns star missed all of L.A.’s season to date after a Week 1 knee injury against the 49ers. Tight end Terrance Ferguson also looks set to return. The Rams, who traded a first‑round pick and Jared Verse for Garrett, hope his debut comes soon, possibly before the upcoming game versus Washington.
The Los Angeles Rams sit at .500 after two straight wins, but the article argues they still lack a signature victory. Their four losses came to strong opponents (49ers, Broncos, Bills, Cardinals) while the four wins were against teams with a combined 10‑19‑1 record, including a winless Chargers. The Rams’ 22‑point rout of the Giants is praised, yet critics say only a win over a top club—like the Packers on Nov. 25—would truly earn respect. Injuries remain a factor, but potential returns from Myles Garrett and Davante Adams could change the narrative.
The Los Angeles Chargers fell to 0-7 after a 24-9 loss to the Rams, keeping them winless in the NFL. Coach Jim Harbaugh defended quarterback Justin Herbert and offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel despite the slump, but grew testy when The Athletic’s Noah Furtado pressed him on keeping McDaniel as play‑caller. Harbaugh repeatedly deflected, emphasizing focus on the team and “fixing” issues without offering concrete justification. The tense press conference highlights mounting pressure on Harbaugh as the Chargers’ season spirals and media scrutiny intensifies.
Justin Herbert registers his seventh consecutive turnover of the 2026 season, throwing two interceptions and fumbling once against the Rams, but the offensive line largely shields him—Joe Alt earns a near‑elite 89.9 pass‑block grade and Travis Burke posts a team‑high 67.5 run‑block grade. Rookie tight end Oronde Gadsden II posts a season‑high 52 receiving yards. Defensively, rookie cornerback Isas Waxter leads the team with an 89.0 grade in coverage, while linebacker Troy Dye and safety R.J. Mickens also excel. Despite a strong first‑half defensive showing that holds the Rams to zero first downs, the Chargers manage only nine points and fall short.
Packers edge rusher Micah Parsons, the four‑time All‑Pro who tore his ACL in December, is slated to return to practice this week, head coach Matt LaFleur said Monday. While his comeback could make him eligible for the Week 9 matchup against the New England Patriots on Nov. 8, experts doubt he’ll see game action that soon, with a realistic return date set for Nov. 25 against the Rams. The Patriots, meanwhile, will field a depleted offensive line featuring Will Campbell and Morgan Moses at tackle.
Panthers coach Dave Canales says the team’s reaction to the surprise firings of defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero and passing‑game coach Jonathan Cooley was “appropriate,” though players felt some sadness. The moves follow a 27‑19 loss to Green Bay and come as Carolina, sitting atop a weak NFC South at 3‑4, tries to tighten a defense that currently ranks 28th in points allowed and 30th in rushing yards. Veteran Todd Wash steps in as interim DC and former assistant DB coach DeAngelo Hall returns as cornerbacks coach, with the Panthers aiming for an immediate bounce‑back against Denver.
The Rams beat the Chargers 24-9 on Sunday, evening their record at 4-4, and saw undrafted edge rusher Wesley Bailey climb the depth chart. Bailey logged a career‑high 32 snaps, five tackles, a pressure and a strip‑sack in the fourth quarter, proving his value at a league‑minimum deal. Quarterback Matthew Stafford threw 54 passes (100% snap rate) but struggled under pressure, while running backs Blake Corum and Kyren Williams combined for 129 yards and two touchdowns. Wideout Puka Nacua reached #9 on the Rams’ all‑time receptions list. The defensive line, including Aaron Donald, filled gaps left by injuries, and the offensive line’s run‑blocking ranked top‑10 in the NFL.
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 San Francisco 49ers add veteran wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge to their practice squad after DT Naquan Jones departs for Houston. Hodge, 31, has bounced around the league since going undrafted in 2018, with stints at the Rams, Browns, Lions and a two‑year, $6 million extension with the Falcons before being released in 2026. He’s appeared in three games this season, recording one catch for 18 yards. The move bolsters the 49ers’ depth as the season heads into its final stretch.
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Seattle’s 2026 offensive line overhaul continues as the Seahawks trade promising O‑linemen for star talent. After a dominant ground game that topped 150 yards at Lumen and a strong return from injury by Anthony Bradford, the team added Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson to solidify the run. Yet the push for perfection forced the loss of Bryce Cabeldue to the Raiders and veteran guard Christian Haynes, who now dons a Dolphins jersey. Former players like Matt Hasselbeck and Ray Roberts weigh in, praising Nelson’s impact and questioning the fit of the departed linemen. With upcoming matchups against the 49ers and Rams, Seattle aims to turn “good” into “great.”
The Los Angeles Chargers fall to the Rams 24-9, earning a “D” from CBS Sports after their seventh straight loss. Despite three red‑zone trips, the Chargers manage only three field goals, while the Rams break a first‑down drought late in the first half. Justin Herbert throws two interceptions, deepening concerns about his fit under head coach Mike McDaniel. Analysts question the offense’s progress after a bye week, and fans are urged to weigh in on the grade. Links to detailed recaps and broader NFL week‑eight coverage are included.
Speakeasy host Emmanuel Acho lashes out at Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, claiming the 0-7 rookie’s 5 TDs and 10 interceptions stem from either intentional game‑throwing, a betting interest in opponents, or severe vision problems requiring LASIK. Acho cites Herbert’s “impossible” throws against the Rams and suggests an ophthalmologist check is needed. While analysts like Dan Orlovsky once praised Herbert as a model QB, his current performance has sparked extreme criticism.
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.
Things keep getting worse for Justin Herbert on the field.
In Week 8 the Raiders snap a four‑game skid with a win that keeps their playoff hopes alive, while the AFC West sees big drama. Denver rallies from an 11‑point deficit to beat Kansas City 28‑24 after a missed field goal and a goal‑line stand, vaulting the Broncos to a 6‑2 record. The Chargers remain winless, falling 24‑9 to the Rams as Justin Herbert throws two interceptions. Standings now show Denver 6‑2, Chiefs 5‑2, Raiders 4‑4 and Chargers 0‑7. The recap also links to Raiders’ wild‑card outlook and key player notes.
The Los Angeles Chargers can't stay fully committed to Mike McDaniel over the remainder of this campaign.