Across the Bow: Previewing Raiders' bounce-back game with Jets expert
In the latest edition of Across the Bow, we preview the Las Vegas Raiders' matchup with the New York Jets in Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season.
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In the latest edition of Across the Bow, we preview the Las Vegas Raiders' matchup with the New York Jets in Week 8 of the 2026 NFL season.
New York Jets offensive coordinator Frank Reich defended the lack of targets for Garrett Wilson, citing how he opens up plays for others.
Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki faces a four‑week injury layoff, but the Habs have responded with a flawless 4‑0 road streak, beating Chicago, Winnipeg, St. Louis and Dallas. Rookie goalie Jacob Fowler shines, while veterans Jake Evans and Phillip Danault step up, combining for key goals, face‑off wins and defensive reliability. The penalty kill improves to an 83.7% success rate (4th‑best in the league) and Fowler posts a .950 save percentage in shorthanded situations. However, the power play sputters at 30th place, scoring just four goals on 35 chances, highlighting Suzuki’s impact. The team’s recent performance suggests they can survive his absence, though questions remain about their offense when he returns.
Both the Kansas City Chiefs (5-1) and the Las Vegas Raiders (3-4) are eyeing New York Jets wideout Garrett Wilson as a game‑changing addition before the Nov. 10 trade deadline, but ESPN’s Adam Schefter says the Jets have firmly ruled out any deal. The Chiefs, hindered by injuries to their receiver group, need a post‑Kelce target for Patrick Mahomes, while the Raiders, faltering after a 3‑0 start, seek a young, 26‑year‑old playmaker to boost Kirk Cousins’ passing options. Wilson’s 1,000‑yard seasons and four‑year contract make him an attractive, yet unavailable, prospect for both AFC West rivals.
Adam Schefter reports that a source told ESPN there is “no way” the Jets will trade WR Garrett Wilson before the deadline, despite interest from multiple teams. Wilson, 26, was named first-team All-Big Ten in 2020 and first-team All-American in 2021 before declaring for the 2022 NFL Draft following his junior year at Ohio State. […] The post Jets Not Willing To Trade WR Garrett Wilson appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The Carolina Panthers stumble to a 3-4 start, prompting head coach Dave Canary to fire defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero and passing‑game coach Jonathon Cooley after back‑to‑back defeats (43-13 vs Tampa Bay and a close loss to Green Bay on Oct. 29). A viral “how it started vs how it’s going” photo shows Canary looking drained, sparking fan memes about him aging “like Obama in his second term.” He names Todd Wash interim defensive coordinator and reshuffles the defensive staff while vowing to tighten run defense and protect rookie QB Bryce Young ahead of a Week 9 showdown with the Denver Broncos.
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs faces fresh abuse allegations after police released redacted records identifying three additional women who accuse him of physical violence between 2021 and 2022. The women detail incidents ranging from slapping and hair‑pulling to choking and threatening deportation. The claims emerge weeks after Jacobs returned to play following his May 2026 arrest and subsequent six‑game exemption. No new criminal charges have been filed, but the NFL’s conduct investigation remains open, raising doubts about his future and a possible suspension. Jacobs appeared in the Packers’ recent games against the Carolina Panthers, but the revelations intensify scrutiny of his off‑field behavior.
The New York Jets appear determined to keep Garrett Wilson despite growing speculation surrounding his future. While the star wide receiver has expressed frustration with the offense, he has also made it clear that he wants to remain in New York. The Jets reportedly have no intention of moving Wilson before the November 10 NFL […] The post Jets’ Garrett Wilson trade gets emphatic ‘no way’ response ahead of deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The San Francisco 49ers have emerged as a potential landing spot for Garrett Wilson as the NFL trade deadline approaches, with the New York Jets facing another difficult season. A hypothetical deal would give San Francisco an established receiver while providing New York with an opportunity to acquire valuable draft capital. San Francisco has continued […] The post 49ers Linked to Garrett Wilson Trade Ahead of Deadline appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Artyom Levshunov will play in his 100th NHL game on Oct. 31 when the Blackhawks take on the Bruins. His continued progression this season has been encouraging.
The Canal Street Chronicles notes that the New Orleans Saints’ once‑lauded 2025 draft class has faded, leaving the team in need of a rebound in 2026—especially on the offensive line. With a potential new coaching staff on the horizon, the Saints could focus on the trenches, eyeing an offensive guard and a defensive lineman as top prospects. The article also mentions a possible international game by 2028 and references recent NFL news, like the Panthers firing DC Ejiro Evero.
It’s a small sample size – just two games – but it might be fair to say that Edmonton Oilers goaltender Tristan Jarry might have turned the corner and could…
Happy Halloween from The Hockey Writers. The NHL is providing plenty of treats throughout the day. Ten games are on, from matinees to late games, perfect for enjoying with some…
Christian Watson gave the Green Bay Packers a night to remember in their 27-19 win over the Carolina Panthers on Thursday night. The wide receiver left Lambeau Field in an ambulance, then returned to the game and finished with 113 yards. His comeback had the NFL world talking. Now, his wife’s reaction to the scare […] The post Christian Watson’s Wife Admits She Was ‘Having a Heart Attack’ Watching Christian Watson’s Ambulance Return appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Oregon Ducks wide receiver Messiah Hampton is charged with two felonies for attempting to elude police and a misdemeanor for reckless driving after a high‑speed, two‑vehicle chase in Springfield on Oct. 18. Police logs show the pursuit began at 3:51 a.m., hours after Oregon’s 17‑14 win over Nebraska, and one car was later abandoned near where teammate Evan Stewart faced a separate DUII arrest. Hampton, a true freshman with 161 receiving yards and two touchdowns this season, was booked and released from Lane County Jail, missing the Oct. 31 game against Northwestern. The university has not announced any disciplinary action, and no court outcome is yet known.
The Montreal Canadiens have plenty to be excited about this season, especially with their strong start to the 2026-27 campaign. While the team’s success remains the priority, several players are also approaching significant individual milestones that deserve recognition. From reaching impressive scoring totals to joining exclusive clubs in games played, three Canadiens players are on the verge of achieving something special. Nick Suzuki There is little doubt that Nick Suzuki has established ...
Tampa Bay Lightning GM Julien BriseBois publicly rejects trade rumors about star winger Nikita Kucherov, declaring the team will not move the franchise forward. Kucherov, in the final year of his eight‑year, $76 million deal, reportedly wants a big raise and has a modified no‑trade clause allowing him to name ten teams. While negotiations remain stalled, he intends to play for the Lightning as they face Nashville. The 33‑year‑old, a two‑time Hart Trophy winner and three‑time Art Ross champion, leads the franchise in points (1,139) and contributed 44 goals and 130 points last season.
In today’s NHL rumours, we start off with a massive Friday news drop, where it was reported that Nikita Kucherov will not be re-signing with the Tampa Bay Lightning and…
A hard hit late in the second quarter left Lambeau Field silent. On Thursday, against Carolina Panthers, Green Bay Packers‘ Christian Watson caught a 53-yard pass and took a heavy hit from two defenders. He could not breathe and coughed up blood on the sideline. Watson eventually had to be taken to the hospital but […] The post Packers’ Jordan Love Reacts to Christian Watson’s Surprising Return From Broken Rib Injury appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Packers wide receiver Christian Watson suffered a broken rib and was coughing up blood after a 53‑yard catch in the Week 8 win over the Carolina Panthers on Oct. 28, 2026. Despite being taken to the hospital, he returned in the third quarter, wore extra padding and caught two more passes in Green Bay’s 27‑19 victory. Analyst Mike Florio slammed the NFL on PFT Live, likening the decision to the league’s handling of Jalen Hurts’s injury, and questioning player safety. Watson, now 27, has 42 catches for 708 yards and six touchdowns through eight games and says he’ll be ready for the upcoming Patriots matchup.
The Montreal Canadiens aren’t rushing to move goalie Samuel Montembeault, who returns from a lower-body injury in November, says The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta. Montreal is willing to keep all three netminders—Montembeault, rookie Jacob Fowler (6‑1, .942 SV% with two shutouts) and Jakub Dobes (2‑2‑2, .853 SV%)—unless a deal blows them away. Montembeault, a pending free agent with a $3.15 million cap hit who logged 31 wins in 2024‑25, is on the New York Rangers’ radar after they lost Igor Shesterkin, with the Devils also mentioned as a speculative target. The Canadiens remain in a “wait‑and‑see” mode while retaining flexibility to trade if needed.
On The Sage Steele Show, veteran SportsCenter anchor Linda Cohn reveals that ESPN slashed her salary by 80% after the Los Angeles studio closed in May 2025, forcing her to accept a reduced deal to cover five events before her contract ended in June 2026. Cohn, who feels she was sidelined despite championing NHL coverage, describes the fallout, including a lack of clarity from ESPN and a painful “out‑of‑sight, out‑of‑mind” experience. She launched The Linda Cohn Show podcast in July and partnered with Bleav in September, celebrating newfound creative freedom.
The Windy City Gridiron piece revisits three iconic Week 8 wins in Bears history. In 2005, rookie Kyle Orton led Chicago past Detroit 19‑13 in OT while Charles Tillman's interception return sealed the franchise’s 650th regular‑season victory. A year later, an unstoppable 2006 Bears team rattled San Francisco 41‑10, posting a franchise‑record 41 points in the first half and cruising to a 7‑0 start. Finally, the 2012 Halloween miracle saw Jay Cutler and Robbie Gould rally the Bears to a 23‑22 win over the Panthers, highlighted by an eight‑second, double‑touchdown swing. Each game underscores a unique walk‑off moment and a record‑breaking performance.
After a back‑and‑forth victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday, the Tampa Bay Lightning head to Bridgestone Arena in Nashville for a one‑game road swing on October 31 at 1:00 PM local time. Fans can catch the matchup via The Spot, Scripps, ESPN+, or 102.5 The Bone. The preview highlights the Lightning's forecheck strategy and odds heading into the game against the Nashville Predators.
Nashville’s GM Chris MacFarland fielded interest in defenseman Brady Skjei, but several playoff contenders balk at his seven-year, $49 million deal (a $7 million cap hit through 2030‑31). Skjei, 32, has logged three assists in 13 games this season and holds a –7 rating. While his name circulates, the hefty asking price and cap constraints deter teams. Simultaneously, 27‑year‑old defenseman Nicolas Hague, with a $5.5 million cap hit and a six‑team no‑trade clause, also draws attention as Nashville eyes a younger blue‑line. The trade talks remain tentative amid salary‑cap pressures.