Sportsnet analyst Nick Kypreos slams New Jersey Devils GM Sunny Mehta for benching returning goalie Connor Hellebuyck in Winnipeg, calling the analytics‑driven excuse “embarrassing” and insulting to fans. Jets coach Scott Arniel echoes the criticism, saying a Hellebuyck start would have provided closure. Despite Hellebuyck’s own desire to play and a stellar 5‑0‑0 record (1.96 GAA, .913 SV%) since the October 23 trade, Mehta cites a projected win‑probability dip as the reason for the decision. The controversy fuels heated fan reactions and raises questions about the role of analytics in lineup choices.
The Devils opted not to start Hellebuyck in Winnipeg, citing a potential decrease in their ‘expected win probability.’
The Cardinals will likely move forward without Gardner Minshew for the rest of this season.
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Patrick and Brittany Mahomes have announced that they are expecting their fourth child.
The Daily Norseman’s SB Nation Reacts poll asks Vikings fans to weigh in on two hot topics as the team sits 6-2 midway through the 2026 season. First, readers judge whether the recent loss to the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football signals a wrong turn for the club. Second, fans evaluate the controversial trade that returns Kirk Cousins—now wearing the snow‑man‑shaped #8—in exchange for a third‑round pick in the 2027 draft. The survey invites votes and comments, with results slated before the Lions game at Lambeau Field on Sunday.
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 10 fantasy worksheet breaks down the Patriots‑Lions showdown in Germany. The Patriots are a 2.5‑point underdog with a –2.5 spread and a 24.5 implied total, while the Lions rank 5th in points per game (27.8) and excel in first‑quarter scoring (24.0 ppg). Key stats: Detroit allows a league‑high 34 passes of 20+ yards, New England concedes 32; Patriots turnover rate is a league‑worst 19.4% of possessions, Lions allow only 10 points off turnovers (tied 3rd). Quarterback preview highlights Drake Maye’s 299 yards, 3 TDs and 11 interceptions, plus Jared Goff’s recent slump. Injury notes include Rhamondre Stevenson and A.J. Brown’s uncertain status.
The NFL roundup notes three NFC storylines: Detroit’s offensive lineman Christian Mahogany is benched for a team‑rules violation, but head coach Dan Campbell says he could rejoin the lineup this week after speaking with him. Green Bay’s offense explodes in a 45‑point win over New England, with WRs Christian Watson (879 yards) and Matthew Golden (783 yards) each posting over 100 receiving yards and touchdowns, prompting praise from QB Jordan Love and coach Matt LaFleur. Meanwhile, Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz admits his poor performance contributed to the team’s decision to acquire Kirk Cousins at the trade deadline, with coach Kevin O’Connell criticizing his lack of rushing effort.
With a 6-2 record and their bye week behind them, the Steelers eye the final stretch of the 2026 season after the trade deadline. Ben Roethlisberger breaks down the upcoming schedule, highlighting key AFC playoff rivals still on the road and the challenges that could shape Pittsburgh’s bid for the postseason. He also discusses the team’s momentum, injury updates, and what the squad needs to secure a top seed in the AFC race.
The Dallas Cowboys cling to playoff hopes after a 27‑23 win over the Indianapolis Colts, improving to 4‑5 and staying mathematically alive in the NFC East race. With the 5‑2‑1 New York Giants battling quarterback injuries yet still ahead, the Cowboys must capitalize on a tougher second‑half schedule to overtake them. The blog asks fans whether the Cowboys can still win the division and reach the postseason, inviting poll participation and comments.
Buster Posey confirms at the GM Meetings in Las Vegas that outfielder Harrison Bader will stay in the San Francisco Giants organization for now, despite a two‑month unpaid suspension and talk of voiding his $13 million 2027 salary. The suspension stems from a drunken incident that ended with Bader crashing into a fire truck and injuring his foot, but it doesn’t fit any standard MLB disciplinary category. While the team may still trade him, his off‑field behavior and hefty contract limit market value. Giants’ GM Zack Minasian hints at a cautious offseason, focusing on internal talent and open‑minded moves rather than big free‑agent splurges.
The Los Angeles Chargers have cleared two tight ends from their roster, waiving Hayden Rucci and releasing Evan Svoboda from the practice squad's injured list. Rucci, 25, bounced among several teams since going undrafted in 2024, recording a single seven‑yard touchdown reception in six games for the Chargers this season. The updated practice squad now features 15 players, including LB Lander Barton, RB Amar Johnson, and TE Patrick Herbert.
The Las Vegas Raiders have promoted rookie defensive tackle Tim Keenan from the practice squad to the 53‑man roster, filling the spot opened by the Kirk Cousins trade to Minnesota. Keenan, a seventh‑round pick out of Alabama who oversaw 49% of snaps in his Week 9 start against the 49ers, recorded seven tackles in three elevations. He is expected to stay in the rotation for the remainder of the season. To replace him on the practice squad, the Raiders added veteran DT Chris Williams, who has NFL experience with the Falcons and Browns.
Josh Downs has a chance to prove he's more than just a short-term rental with so much uncertainty going forward in the Chiefs' WR room.
The Kansas City Chiefs traded a 2027 fourth‑ and fifth‑round pick plus a seventh‑rounder to acquire Indianapolis Colts receiver Josh Downs, addressing a pressing need in their pass‑catching corps. Downs, 25, arrives with 354 yards on 33 catches and three touchdowns, while the Chiefs previously explored a deal for Jacksonville’s Brian Thomas Jr., who has 10 receptions for 117 yards and two scores. Kansas City, now 6‑2 and second in the AFC West, hopes Downs can complement Patrick Mahomes as they prepare to face the Atlanta Falcons Sunday.
Sharp Football Analysis’s Week 10 fantasy worksheet breaks down the Thursday night duel between the Washington Commanders and New York Giants. The Giants, ranked 2.5, boast the league’s top defensive success rate (67.2%) and a 78.9% red‑zone TD allowance, while Washington struggles with a league‑worst 31.1% third‑down conversion rate. Quarterback Jayden Daniels, the only passer without an interception, offers a solid floor thanks to his rushing upside, though his passing yards dip under pressure (4.8 Y/A). The spread sits at -2.5 with an implied total of 22.25, making the matchup a key play for fantasy owners.
During the Patriots‑Packers blowout (45‑27) on Nov. 10, former New England star Tom Brady called the game for Fox Sports. While his commentary stayed mostly neutral, Boston’s Mike Felger ripped Brady on the Felger & Mazz show, accusing him of being “afraid” to criticize rookie QB Drake Maye after Maye threw three interceptions. Felger suggested Brady’s reluctance stemmed from not wanting to disparage the next Patriots quarterback or offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, with whom Brady has had a rocky history. The hosts highlighted clips where Brady blamed teammates and the Packers’ defense instead of Maye, sparking a debate over his suitability as a color analyst.
The Las Vegas Raiders elevate defensive tackle Tim Keenan III from their practice squad to the active roster and add DT Chris Williams to the practice squad, according to a November 11 tweet from Raiders PR. Keenan, a 23‑year‑old seventh‑round pick from Alabama, signed a four‑year rookie deal with the Rams before being cut and joining the Raiders in September. He has played three games this season, posting seven tackles, a tackle for loss and a sack. The moves bolster the Raiders' defensive line depth.
15 former UCLA football players saw action in Week 9 of the 2026 NFL season.
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The Minnesota Vikings trade for quarterback Kirk Cousins, sending a 2027 original third‑round pick to the Las Vegas Raiders while keeping the Eagles’ third‑rounder they acquired in the Jonathan Greenard deal. Cousins, who posted a 64.1% completion rate, 2,340 yards, 20 TDs and eight INTs in nine starts for Las Vegas, offers an immediate upgrade to a Vikings offense that ranks 27th in scoring and 31st in passing. The Vikings earn an A grade for addressing their biggest weakness, assuming about $650,000 of 2026 salary and a $10 million guaranteed 2027 bonus. The Raiders receive a B+ for gaining draft value and freeing up cap space, though they sacrifice proven quarterback play for rookie Fernando Mendoza’s development.
Corey Kiner should be in line for a bigger role with the New England Patriots, and he could be in for a big leap.
New Jersey Devils goaltender Connor Hellebuyck received plenty of boos from Winnipeg Jets fans at Canada Life Centre ahead of a matchup between the two teams on Tuesday.
Todd Haley believes Pittsburgh needed another playmaker to compete with the AFC's top teams.