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Buster Posey has made a big splash as he attempts to put a disappointing 2026 campaign behind him.
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Buster Posey has made a big splash as he attempts to put a disappointing 2026 campaign behind him.
Osi Umenyiora cracked Tom Brady’s pre-snap signal that doomed the perfect Patriots.
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Midseason NFL award predictions: Who deserves MVP, OPOY, DPOY, Rookie of the Year, and Coach of the Year honors heading into the second half?
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The San Francisco 49ers, who had been scouting tight end options ahead of the trade deadline, signed veteran wideout Keenan Allen on Tuesday. Reports say the Broncos’ Evan Engram was also on their radar, but Allen’s size and versatility make him a functional stand‑in for an inline tight end, capable of lining up in the slot or outside and running short routes. Dan Graziano notes the 49ers have been scrambling to fill receiver depth all season, and Allen will provide a reliable safety net for Brock Purdy while the squad heals. The article also hints at earlier interest in DeForest Buckner before the Jaguars lost the chase.
How did the NFL Trade Deadline shake how the league's 32 teams stack up against one another? Updated NFL Power Rankings tell the tale.
Crissy Ford has another message for Dianna Russini as tensions rise.
Rookie wideout Ted Hurst saw his offensive snap count plummet after a single play on Sunday, where he dropped a pass and was pulled from the game. The article investigates the reasons behind his reduced role, especially given that fellow receiver Emeka Egbuka was battling health issues. Fans get insight into coaching decisions and Hurst’s future prospects with the Buccaneers.
Former Steelers scout DeFabo blasts Pittsburgh for being the NFL’s most risk‑averse franchise, arguing the team’s overly conservative strategy keeps it stuck between contenders and rebuilders. He cites stagnant draft choices, a reluctance to trade assets, and an overreliance on legacy players as the biggest criticisms, warning that this approach threatens future championship windows.
The Miami Dolphins add defensive tackle Keith Cooper to their active roster from the Carolina Panthers’ practice squad, filling one of three open spots. The 23‑year‑old, a former Tulane and Houston transfer, previously bounced between the Lions, Browns and Dolphins, even landing on a futures deal in January before being waived in October. Cooper has logged three games for Miami this season with one tackle. His return marks a familiar face rejoining the squad amid ongoing roster shuffling.
The New York Jets were quiet ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline, making just one deal on Monday: sending Andre Cisco to the Detroit Lions for a 2029 sixth-round pick. However, the biggest story to come out of Florham Park in the past few days doesn’t involve the Cisco deal; it’s the Will McDonald dilemma and ... Read More FOR MORE AT JETS X-FACTOR, VISIT Did the NY Jets just commit organizational malpractice? | Jets X-Factor
The Big Lead breaks down the five most impactful NFL trade‑deadline moves of 2026. The Indianapolis Colts cleared the roster except for RB Jonathan Taylor, while the San Francisco 49ers added veteran WR Keenan Allen to shore up a fickle receiving corps. Jacksonville bolstered its defense by acquiring All‑Pro safety Jessie Bates III, and Minnesota brought in QB Kirk Cousins to revive a struggling passing attack. Seattle secured eight‑time Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson from the Colts, and Chicago traded for defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons despite the high draft‑pick cost. Each deal could reshape playoff odds as the season reaches its midpoint.
Giants general manager John Harbaugh reportedly contacted the Falcons before the trade deadline in an effort to acquire star running back Bijan Robinson, according to ESPN's Jordan Raanan. Despite the Giants’ surprising 5‑2‑1 start under Harbaugh, quarterback injuries leave them far from a championship contender, making such a costly move—likely demanding two first‑round picks—seem unlikely. Robinson, who just signed a three‑year extension with Atlanta, is considered the NFL’s top running back, and the Falcons have shown no intent to trade him, focusing instead on rebuilding through draft capital. The rumor highlights the Giants’ speculative front‑office strategy ahead of the playoffs.
Giants running back Cam Skattebo made sure to express his thoughts after the trade deadline.
The Philadelphia Eagles aren’t rebuilding— they’re retooling by amassing a historic stockpile of draft capital. After the October 2026 trade deadline, the team offloaded Jordan Davis and Cam Jurgens, securing a 2027 first‑rounder, 2027 fifth‑round, 2028 second‑round, and 2029 second‑round pick, while also retaining picks from the A.J. Brown trade earlier in the year. In total, the Eagles will own 13 first‑through‑third‑round selections over the next three drafts, including two first‑rounders in 2027 (their own and the Jaguars’) and two in 2028 (their own and the Patriots’). GM Howie Roseman, known for leveraging picks to acquire premium talent, may use this haul to trade up or select a franchise player, keeping the current roster’s talent intact despite a 2‑7 start.
The Josh Downs trade is forcing some roster reshuffling in Kansas City.
The New York Giants' rumored pursuit of Colts RB Jonathan Taylor fizzles as insiders confirm the trade never came close. Despite a 5‑2‑1 record and a Thursday Night Football showdown with Washington, the Giants reportedly offered a second‑ and fifth‑round pick, but Indianapolis demanded a first‑round equivalent—something no team, including Denver, could meet. ESPN’s Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler note the Colts aren’t looking to move Taylor, who has years left on his contract, so the trade talks were hype, not a genuine offer.
In Bratenahl, Ohio, neighbors of Taylor Swift and Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce challenge the couple’s lake‑front landscaping plans, alleging the removal of mature trees and shoreline vegetation threatens local wildlife. At a Village Architectural Review Board meeting, residents like Lucy Weller and long‑time homeowner Chuck Bauernschmidt warned that clear‑cutting and new 10‑foot evergreen screens, plus pointed perimeter fencing, endanger foraging grounds, nesting sites, and deer. Despite vocal opposition and concerns about an unmapped sewer line, the board unanimously approves the revised design. The dispute highlights tension between celebrity privacy upgrades and community environmental stewardship.
Drew Brees is throwing his hat into the ring as a potential successor to Troy Aikman should the former Dallas Cowboys quarterback leave ESPN's Monday Night Football broadcast.
For Week 10 fantasy managers, the article highlights three under‑the‑radar kickers to start and three risky veterans to bench. Start Chris Boswell (Pittsburgh at Cincinnati) – a double‑digit scorer in six of eight games and a potential K1 waiver find. Also start Ryan Fitzgerald (Carolina at New Orleans), a 13‑for‑14 field‑goal shooter in a high‑pace matchup against a defense that yields many kicker points. Lastly, stream Dominic Zvada (New York at Washington) who benefits from a divisional game and a defense that forces many field‑goal attempts. Sit Harrison Butker (Kansas City), Will Reichard (Minnesota) and Cameron Dicker (Los Angeles) due to low floor or unfavorable game scripts.
The Steelers sit 6-2 atop the AFC North, but no trade‑deadline moves were made, largely because veteran QB Aaron Rodgers—who announced his retirement after the 2026 season—remains on the roster. ESPN’s Brooke Pryor notes Pittsburgh is reluctant to part with draft capital without a clear QB succession plan, even though the team briefly linked with Jaguars' former first‑rounder Brian Thomas Jr. With a pivotal Week 10 clash against the Bengals looming, the Steelers are betting their current roster can sustain a deep playoff run while they plot a future quarterback solution.
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In a Week 9 SB Nation Reacts poll, Cat Scratch Reader deconstructs a controversial New Orleans Saints challenge that helped the Denver Broncos retain a goal‑line turnover against the Carolina Panthers. Video shows Saints coach Sean Payton throwing his red flag a fraction of a second before the snap, yet officials allowed the play to continue and later upheld the challenge, citing the flag was out. The post highlights the Panthers’ injury‑hit roster, their narrow loss, and asks fans if the call was correct and whether they remain confident in the team.
The Steelers sit 6-2 atop the AFC North as they head into a decisive bye week, giving fans a rare breather while rivals clash. With three division foes playing and the next Steelers slate compressed into a 12‑day stretch, the article warns of a looming test that could reshape the playoff picture.