After a 30-27 win in Week 7, the Steelers head to Cincinnati for a second showdown with the Bengals on Sunday Night Football. Defensive coordinator Patrick Graham says the bye week gave him time to "revisit" game film and adjust his scheme against a hot Joe Burrow – the quarterback who’s now the fifth player ever with four straight games of 4+ TDs and sits at 23 TDs, 70%+ completions, and a 6-2 record. Graham also notes Cincinnati’s reduced use of tight end Mike Gesicki and fewer true‑12 formations. His proven knack for tweaking defenses in rematches, honed with the Raiders, could be pivotal for Pittsburgh’s division push.
If the Patriots, coming off their shellacking at the hands of the Packers, are going to be true AFC contenders — which includes hanging onto their final playoff spot and winning postseason games — there are three areas where they are going to have to improve over the course of the rest of the season:
Kevin O'Connell still believes in Kyler Murray, but his plans for Kirk Cousins could reshape the Minnesota Vikings' starting quarterback picture.
Andy Reid said Wednesday that general manager Brett Veach targeted a receiver with the aptitude to learn the Chiefs’ offense midseason before Sunday’s trip to Atlanta.
Now that the dust has settled, which players are in line for a larger role — and which just got buried?
Cousins started all nine Raiders games this season, and Kevin O’Connell did not name a Week 10 starter when the Vikings met with reporters Wednesday.
Mike Floris predicts that an NFL franchise could soon dangle a staggering contract to lure Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin back to the sidelines, despite Tomlin’s famous claim that no college booster could tempt him away. The former Steelers boss, now a TV analyst, claims the figure could be “astronomical,” sparking speculation about which team might make the move as the 2026 season reaches its climax.
The Chiefs release their Week 10 injury report ahead of Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons. Rookie DT Peter Woods (neck) missed practice after exiting the Week 8 loss to Denver, while starting RT Jaylon Moore (ankle) also sat out following a Week 9 injury. DT Omarr Norman‑Lott (knee) participated limitedly and must be activated by Nov. 17 to play this season. WR Xavier Worthy returned to full practice despite a hamstring strain that left him day‑to‑day, and QB Patrick Mahomes (elbow) practiced fully with no new concerns. Falcons’ report pending.
Jared Goff appears on the Detroit Lions' initial Week 10 injury report with a chest injury. See the complete injury report ahead of the Patriots game.
ClutchPoints’ Week 10 fantasy drop list warns managers to cut underperformers and injured players to stay competitive. Key names include RB Devin Singletary (Giants) as Cam Skattebo returns, RB Seth McGowan (Colts) now redundant behind Jonathan Taylor, WRs Adonai Mitchell (Jets) and DeVaughn Vele (Saints) for their inconsistent output, and RB Elijah Mitchell in deeper leagues behind Saquon Barkley. Injured drop candidates are WR Michael Wilson (Cardinals), QB Gardner Minshew (Cardinals), and the Vikings’ QBs Kyler Murray and Carson Wentz after Kirk Cousins returns. Deeper‑league QB Malik Willis can be stashed only if you have space. Dropping these players frees roster spots for viable waiver‑wire picks.
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 10 fantasy worksheet pits the LA Rams (-9.5) against the Arizona Cardinals (9.5) and breaks down key metrics for fantasy owners. The Rams rank 3rd in plays per game (67.1) and excel on third‑down conversions (4th), yet have scored 23 points below their implied total. Quarterback Matthew Stafford faces a depleted receiving corps, turning him into a floor‑based QB2, while rookie Carson Beck (Arizona) makes his first start after injuries to Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew. The Cardinals lead the league in long drives but average a league‑low 1.33 points per home drive. Both defenses show strengths—Rams allow a 31.6% third‑down conversion rate (4th) and the Cardinals concede 13.1 passing points per game over the last four weeks—making the matchup a tactical decision for fantasy lineups.
Stephen Curry defends his wife Ayesha after backlash over an on‑screen kiss in her new rom‑com Second Chance Holiday. Curry calls out former NBA players Gilbert Arenas and Nick Young, and former NFL star Emmanuel Acho, for criticizing the scene on their podcast, saying their remarks reflect a broader double standard for women. He urges critics to congratulate Ayesha’s work instead of questioning her choices, while thanking the controversy for the free publicity the film receives on Roku.
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Ahead of the NFL trade deadline, the 49ers' front office explored a range of deals, from acquiring DeForest Buckner for a fourth‑round pick to swapping a sixth‑rounder for WR Keenan Allen. One rumor that stood out: San Francisco reportedly eyed Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram, a two‑time Pro Bowler just a year younger than veteran George Kittle. ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler said the 49ers considered Engram as a complement to Kittle, but the Broncos (7‑2) kept the player, who is in the final year of his contract and has 17 catches for 169 yards and a TD this season. The trade never materialized, leaving the 49ers to rely on Allen for added receiving firepower.
The New York Giants confirm that running back Cam Skattebo and quarterback J.J. McCarthy are cleared to play Thursday night’s Week 10 NFC East showdown against the Washington Commanders. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports no injury designations for either player—Skattebo’s hamstring issue dates back to the Oct. 25 win over the Houston Texans, and McCarthy’s hip strain occurred in Sunday’s 19‑11 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. Both practiced Wednesday, signaling the Giants aim to secure a third straight win and maintain their 5‑2‑1 record atop the division.
On ESPN’s Get Up (Nov. 11), analyst Kyle Brandt warned that while Jordan Love’s deep‑passing has sparked excitement, the Packers’ lack of a running game could jeopardize their playoff run. Brandt highlighted the team’s meager 17‑yard rush in Week 3 and the impact of Josh Jacobs’ absence, questioning the sustainability of their current offensive formula. Love, however, remains confident, calling the offense “flowing,” and recently posted a perfect 11‑for‑11 game with 146 yards and a touchdown against a blitz‑heavy defense. The mixed reactions—from praise by Evan Williams and Micah Parsons to Colin Cowherd’s claim Love could surpass Lamar Jackson—underscore the uncertainty surrounding Green Bay’s postseason prospects.
The 49ers received trade inquiries for Mac Jones before the deadline. Kyle Shanahan explains why he's glad the backup quarterback remains in San Francisco.
At 38, left tackle Trent Williams may be enjoying his best NFL season yet, anchoring a 7‑1 San Francisco 49ers team that is surging offensively. Behind his protection, the 49ers rank third in points per game and boast a top‑10 rushing attack, averaging 5.9 yards per rush to his left. Williams has allowed just one sack and eight pressures all year, earning ESPN’s Protector of the Year honors and high praise from head coach Kyle Shanahan and OC Klay Kubiak. With three First‑Team All‑Pro selections and five Pro Bowls since 2020, his elite play is helping the 49ers dominate both the run and pass games as they head into the second half of the season.
Sharp Football Analysis' Week 10 fantasy worksheet pits Seattle (ranked 3rd in points per game) against Las Vegas (ranked 8th). The Raiders are 0-5 vs. winning teams but 4-0 vs. losing ones, allowing a league‑high 3.29 points per drive in their last six games. Seattle limits opponents to 1.49 points per drive, 22.6 yards per possession and only 21% of drives reach the red zone. The worksheet highlights rookie QB Fernando Mendoza, now starter after Kirk Cousins' trade, with a 72% college completion rate and 41 TDs in his final season. Facing Seattle’s elite defense, Mendoza is projected as a low‑floor QB2 option. Key stats: Seattle –3.5 spread, 23.5 implied total; Raiders +3.5, 20.0 implied total.
There's no lingering tension between new San Francisco 49ers teammates Keenan Allen and Mike Evans after they made some pointed remarks toward one another years ago.
Two days after a 38–17 victory over the Raiders, 49ers star Christian McCaffrey showed a softer side, posting an Instagram video of himself playing Billy Joel’s “Piano Man” on harmonica while cradling his 5‑week‑old son Roman. The clip went viral, highlighting McCaffrey’s musical talent that first surfaced at Stanford in 2014. On the field, he logged 18 carries for 68 yards, a 1‑yard rushing TD and a 12‑yard receiving TD that broke a seven‑game drought and moved him past Marshall Faulk for the most receiving touchdowns by a running back in the Super Bowl era. The piece also notes his $38 million, three‑year contract extension and recent family milestones.
Hours before the NFL trade deadline, the 49ers bolstered a depleted receiving corps by acquiring veteran Keenan Allen from the Colts for a 2027 sixth‑round pick. ESPN’s Adam Schefter broke the news in three rapid X posts—trade details, compensation, and Allen’s season stats—drawing millions of views. Critics, including Tony Farmer, slammed Schefter for splitting the report to boost engagement, labeling him an “engagement farmer.” The article notes Schefter also reported several other deadline moves and suggests his bite‑sized tweeting will likely continue.
Washington State returns home for its Pac-12 After Dark matchup on Saturday, debuting a fresh uniform combo: anthracite jerseys and pants with a crimson helmet and white facemask. This marks the 58th new uniform combination since 2017 and the first time the iconic crimson helmet has paired with a white facemask since the season opener versus Washington. The anthracite kit, first seen in 2024 against Texas Tech, is 4-2 in its five appearances, while the anthracite pants sit at a 14-14 record since 2017. Fans can gauge whether the new look signals a boost after a bye week and a recent loss to Boise State.
During the Week 9 bye, Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy detailed a game‑plan overhaul aimed at reviving Pittsburgh’s struggling passing attack. While the 6‑2 AFC North leaders have thrived overall, the offense’s aerial game lags behind, prompting adjustments in route concepts, quarterback reads, and receiver usage. McCarthy highlighted new practice drills, personnel tweaks, and a faster-paced tempo to spark the pass game before the regular season resumes.
The New Orleans Saints announced that running back Travis Etienne returns to practice after missing games since Week 3 with a hamstring injury. Designated to return from injured reserve, he now has a three‑week window to practice before the team must activate him. Etienne, 27, signed a four‑year, $52 million contract after testing free agency, and this season he’s logged 30 carries for 128 yards (4.3 YPC) and 11 receptions for 51 yards in three games.