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CB Jack Jones Cut After 49ers’ Trade Original
The 49ers made headlines yesterday when they moved to reacquire their seventh overall pick from the 2016 NFL Draft — defensive tackle DeForest Buckner — from the Colts. In order to add Buckner to the 53-man roster, though, San Francisco needed to clear a spot, and according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2, the team opted to send veteran cornerback Jack Jones to free agency. Initially a fourth-round pick for the Patriots, Jones impressed as a rookie.
Eagles Place RB Dameon Pierce On IR Original
The Eagles offensive backfield has taken its licks this year with starting quarterback Jalen Hurts and three running backs finding their way to injured reserve leading up to today. Well, in case the running backs were worried about getting outnumbered on the IR, they no longer need to fear after the team announced that Dameon Pierce will be joining them. In case you lost count, Pierce becomes the fourth running back to land on Philadelphia’s IR this season.
NFL Practice Squad Updates: 10/28/26
Skip to content Wednesday’s practice squad transactions: Cleveland Browns Signed: TE Carsen Ryan Las Vegas Raiders Signed: DE Bralen Trice Los Angeles Rams Signed: K Joshua Karty, LS Jake McQuaide Released: OL Austin Blaske Minnesota Vikings Signed: TE Devin Culp, TE Bryson Nesbit Placed on practice squad/injured: WR Michael Briscoe Tennessee Titans Signed: P Thomas Morstead
Minor NFL Transactions: 10/28/26
By Ely Allen | at October 28, 2026 6:37 pm Today’s midweek minor moves: Arizona Cardinals Baltimore Ravens Buffalo Bills
Steelers looking to trade for WR
Seven weeks into what appears to be the curtain call season for quarterback Aaron Rodgers, the Steelers sit tied atop the AFC North with the Browns, whom they'll host next week after losing in Cleveland in Week 4. Rodgers seems intent on riding off into the sunset, but that will be difficult to do with an offense in Pittsburgh that currently ranks around the league average in most statistical categories.
Steelers Looking To Trade For WR Original
Seven weeks into what appears to be the curtain call season for quarterback Aaron Rodgers, the Steelers sit tied atop the AFC North with the Browns, whom they’ll host next week after losing in Cleveland in Week 4. Rodgers seems intent on riding off into the sunset, but that will be difficult to do with an offense in Pittsburgh that currently ranks around the league average in most statistical categories.
Texas LT Trevor Goosby Suffers Season-Ending Knee Injury Original
With six weeks still remaining between now and what could be the final weekend ever of NCAA conference championships, so many schools still have plenty to play for, but one player will be shifting their focus to the 2027 NFL Draft a little earlier than expected. According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel, top offensive tackle prospect Trevor Goosby suffered a knee injury this weekend and will miss the rest of his senior season, as a result.
NFL, NFLPA Working Towards Investigation Over Jalen Hurts’ Treatment Original
Following the diagnosis that determined Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts would miss the rest of the season with a deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli, the NFL Players Association called into question the actions the league had taken before clearing Philadelphia of any wrongdoing. In response, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell offered that they would welcome an investigation into the situation.
Minor NFL Transactions: 10/24/26 Original
Here are today’s minor moves and standard gameday practice squad elevations before Week 7’s Sunday slate of games: Arizona Cardinals Signed from practice squad: RB Evan Hull Elevated: G Kingsley Eguakun, DT Jared Harrison-Hunte Waived: S Wydett Williams Jr. Baltimore Ravens Signed from practice squad: G Kyle Hergel Elevated: OLB Adisa Isaac Placed on IR: OLB Tavius Robinson (story) Carolina Panthers Activated from IR: LB Bam Martin-Scott Elevated: OLB Nick Hampton, CB Robert Rochell Placed on...
NFL Practice Squad Updates: 10/24/26
By Ely Allen | at October 24, 2026 4:36 pm Saturday’s practice squad moves: Carolina Panthers Indianapolis Colts Minnesota Vikings San Francisco 49ers
Giants CB Paulson Adebo Activated Off IR
By Ely Allen | at October 24, 2026 4:14 pm The Giants will get some much-needed reinforcement in their secondary this weekend. According to Dan Duggan of The Athletic, one of New York’s five cornerbacks on injured reserve has been activated, and that cornerback is starter Paulson Adebo. In a corresponding move, linebacker Tremaine Edmunds has been placed on IR after suffering a torn muscle in his chest and being declared out for the season. More to come…
Falcons CB AJ Terrell Activated Off IR
By Ely Allen | at October 24, 2026 3:09 pm The Falcons’ dinged up defense will get some help on Sunday after Atlanta activated starting cornerback AJ Terrell from injured reserve. The former second-team All-Pro corner will return to the starting lineup after missing the minimum required four games. More to come…
Lamar Jackson Out With High Ankle Sprain
OCTOBER 24: Ahead of tomorrow’s home matchup with the Bengals, the Ravens have officially downgraded Jackson to “out.” The three-time first-team All-Pro passer will miss his third game in a row after sitting out the entire second half of Baltimore’s Week 4 win over the Titans. Per Tom Pelissero, Jackson was healthy enough to take a majority of first-team snaps in yesterday’s practice, but with three games scheduled over the next 12 days, perhaps the Ravens are erring on the side of caution.
Lamar Jackson Out With High Ankle Sprain
NFL 4 hours ago Ravens downgrade QB Lamar Jackson to out for Sunday nbcsports.com - Mike Florio • 4h The Ravens will turn to quarterback Tyler Huntley once again.
Browns Activate RB Dylan Sampson, Place G Teven Jenkins On IR Original
The Browns currently sit atop the AFC North, but their offense, which ranks 27th in total yards and 28th in points scored, could use a boost. Perhaps that boost will come from second-year running back Dylan Sampson, whom Cleveland has activated off injured reserve, placing offensive guard Teven Jenkins on IR in a corresponding move. A fourth-round pick out of Tennessee last year, Sampson looked to share the backfield with his fellow rookie, second-rounder Quinshon Judkins.
Steelers Activate S DeShon Elliott From IR Original
The Steelers have been hinting at this move all week, and as expected, Pittsburgh has activated veteran safety DeShon Elliott from injured reserve. Accompanying the injury update, the team announced that wide receivers Brandon Johnson and Brandon Smith would be called up tomorrow as standard gameday practice squad elevations. Elliott began his career on the other side of one’s of the Steelers’ biggest rivalries as a sixth-round pick out of Texas for the Ravens.
Giants DE Chauncey Golston Out For Season Original
The Giants received a pair of tough injury updates heading into the weekend. After receiving confirmation that starting linebacker Tremaine Edmunds would miss the remainder of the season with a torn muscle in his chest, the team also found out today that defensive end Chauncey Golston would join him, per ESPN’s Jordan Raanan. Golston was placed on injured reserve two weeks ago after sustaining a neck injury in the team’s Week 4 win over the Cardinals.
Lamar Jackson Questionable With High Ankle Sprain Original
The Ravens have been without star quarterback Lamar Jackson for the past two games with what the team had been calling an ankle sprain. According to Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic, though, Baltimore’s medical staff told Jackson today that he has a high ankle sprain. He’s listed as questionable after three limited practices this week, and it sounds like he’ll be a game-time decision for Sunday.
NFL Practice Squad Updates: 10/23/26
Friday’s only taxi squad moves: Minnesota Vikings Signed: OLB Jihad Ward Released: T Tristan Leigh Ward returns to Minnesota for the second time this year. A former second-round pick for the Raiders out of Illinois, Ward disappointed with zero sacks or tackles for loss as a rookie starting 13 of 16 game appearances.
Steelers Release S Rayshawn Jenkins Original
The Steelers opened the 21-day practice window of starting safety DeShon Elliott on 13 days ago, but he may not need to use the remaining eight days of the window to sit this weekend. Pittsburgh announced the release of veteran safety Rayshawn Jenkins today, and the move could be intended to make room for Elliott to come off injured reserve. Today’s release ends Jenkins’ tenure with the fifth team of his 10-year career.
NFL Practice Squad Updates: 10/21/26
Wednesday’s practice squad transactions: Cleveland Browns Signed: DT Eric Johnson II Released: DE Nadame Tucker Houston Texans Signed: LB Jamal Hill, LB Kenneth Murray Placed on practice squad/injured list: RB Jawhar Jordan Kansas City Chiefs Released: RB Nathan Carter Los Angeles Rams Signed: DT Jalen Hunt San Francisco 49ers Signed: DT Naquan Jones Released: LB Eugene Asante Seattle Seahawks Sign: LB Josh Ross Released: G Evan Beerntsen Washington Commanders Signed: LB Austin Keys Jordan...
Minor NFL Transactions: 10/21/26
By Ely Allen | at October 21, 2026 7:35 pm Here are today’s midweek minor moves: Arizona Cardinals Baltimore Ravens Carolina Panthers Kansas City Chiefs Los Angeles Rams Miami Dolphins New York Giants Tennessee Titans
AFC workouts: Patriots, Judon, Smith-Schuster
As Drake Maye has struggled to find the consistent success he displayed last year to start the season, the Patriots have relied on a healthy running game on the shoulders of lead backs Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson. Henderson has been dealing with a nagging ankle injury that held him out of the team's season opener and had him questionable today, and Stevenson has been dealing with a knee issue.
Brian Flores alleges racial stereotypes in recruiting search memo
As the Vikings rest through their Week 6 bye, they sit atop the NFC West standings with an undefeated record. A big reason for their success has been a defensive unit that ranked first in scoring defense and second in yards allowed through the first five weeks of the season. This doesn't come as a huge surprise, as the team has seen improvements each season over the past five years. To be fair, the improvements didn't start until 2023.
France could ban public outings ahead of NFL's first game in country
The NFL has stopped at nothing to extend its influence overseas, but ahead of the league's first ever game in France, it may have to contend with the French government. Amid widespread demonstrations throughout the country, French president Emmanuel Macron suggested this evening that continued protests could lead to a ban of public gatherings , according to Iona Cleave and Vivian Song of The Telegraph.
France Could Ban Public Outings Ahead Of NFL’s First Game In Country
The NFL has stopped at nothing to extend its influence overseas, but ahead of the league’s first ever game in France, it may have to contend with the French government. Amid widespread demonstrations throughout the country, French president Emmanuel Macron suggested this evening that continued protests could lead to a ban of public gatherings, according to Iona Cleave and Vivian Song of The Telegraph.
France Could Ban Public Outings Ahead Of NFL’s First Game In Country
The NFL has stopped at nothing to extend its influence overseas, but ahead of the league’s first ever game in France, it may have to contend with the French government. Amid widespread demonstrations throughout the country, French president Emmanuel Macron suggested this evening that continued protests could lead to a ban of public gatherings, according to Iona Cleave and Vivian Song of The Telegraph.
AFC Workouts: Patriots, Judon, Smith-Schuster
As Drake Maye has struggled to find the consistent success he displayed last year to start the season, the Patriots have relied on a healthy running game on the shoulders of lead backs Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson. Henderson has been dealing with a nagging ankle injury that held him out of the team’s season opener and had him questionable today, and Stevenson has been dealing with a knee issue.
AFC Workouts: Patriots, Judon, Smith-Schuster
As Drake Maye has struggled to find the consistent success he displayed last year to start the season, the Patriots have relied on a healthy running game on the shoulders of lead backs Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson. Henderson has been dealing with a nagging ankle injury that held him out of the team’s season opener and had him questionable today, and Stevenson has been dealing with a knee issue.
Brian Flores Alleges Racial Stereotypes In Recruiting Search Memo
As the Vikings rest through their Week 6 bye, they sit atop the NFC West standings with an undefeated record. A big reason for their success has been a defensive unit that ranked first in scoring defense and second in yards allowed through the first five weeks of the season. This doesn’t come as a huge surprise, as the team has seen improvements each season over the past five years. To be fair, the improvements didn’t start until 2023.
Brian Flores Alleges Racial Stereotypes In Recruiting Search Memo
As the Vikings rest through their Week 6 bye, they sit atop the NFC West standings with an undefeated record. A big reason for their success has been a defensive unit that ranked first in scoring defense and second in yards allowed through the first five weeks of the season. This doesn’t come as a huge surprise, as the team has seen improvements each season over the past five years. To be fair, the improvements didn’t start until 2023.
Bucs expect QB Baker Mayfield to return week 7
After it was announced that Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield would miss his third game in a row, there was speculation that a fourth consecutive absence could be in the cards. However, Bleacher Report's James Palmer reported this morning that Mayfield's grip strength has been progressing well, and Tampa Bay expects that he will be able to return in Week 7.
Minor NFL Transactions: 10/17/26
Here are Week 6’s weekend minor moves and standard gameday practice squad elevations: Arizona Cardinals Elevated: RB Evan Hull, S Jerrick Reed II Atlanta Falcons Signed from practice squad: LB Bralen Trice Elevated: DE Drake Jackson, S Jammie Robinson Baltimore Ravens Activated from IR: WR Ja’Kobi Lane Signed from practice squad: LB Carl Jones Jr. Elevated: T Chuma Edoga, G Kyle Hergel Chicago Bears Elevated: LB Buddy Johnson, RB Zavier Scott Cleveland Browns Elevated: DT Sam Kamara, DT Chris...
Bucs Expect QB Baker Mayfield To Return Week 7
After it was announced that Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield would miss his third game in a row, there was speculation that a fourth consecutive absence could be in the cards. However, Bleacher Report’s James Palmer reported this morning that Mayfield’s grip strength has been progressing well, and Tampa Bay expects that he will be able to return in Week 7.
Bucs Expect QB Baker Mayfield To Return Week 7
After it was announced that Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield would miss his third game in a row, there was speculation that a fourth consecutive absence could be in the cards. However, Bleacher Report’s James Palmer reported this morning that Mayfield’s grip strength has been progressing well, and Tampa Bay expects that he will be able to return in Week 7.
NFL Practice Squad Updates: 10/17/26
By Ely Allen | at October 17, 2026 4:11 pm Saturday’s NFL practice squad transactions: Atlanta Falcons Signed: S Jammie Robinson
Panthers Activate Three From Reserve Lists
As the Panthers prepare to visit a depleted Eagles team, they are getting the additional benefit of returning a few key reinforcements. According to ESPN’s Mike Kaye, Carolina has activated right tackle Taylor Moton and running Trevor Etienne on offense and defensive lineman Tershawn Wharton on defense. The Panthers were well-prepared for the hardship they would face early into the 2026 NFL season, but they’ll surely welcome the incoming help for this week’s game.
Panthers Activate Three From Reserve Lists
By Ely Allen | at October 17, 2026 1:07 pm As the Panthers prepare to visit a depleted Eagles team, they are getting the additional benefit of returning a few key reinforcements. According to ESPN’s Mike Kaye, Carolina has activated right tackle Taylor Moton and running Trevor Etienne on offense and defensive end Tershawn Wharton on defense. More to come…
NFC injury updates: Charbonnet, Williams, Hunt
Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet wasn't able to make it off the reserve/physically unable to perform list in time for the team's Week 6 trip to Denver yesterday. According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, though, the fourth-year rusher stands “a legitimate chance to make his season debut in Week 7 vs. Kansas City.” Seattle could've really used Charbonnet against the Broncos after rookie first-round rusher Jadarian Price was placed on injured reserve .
Cardinals to activate S Kitan Crawford for Week 6
The Cardinals lost safety Kitan Crawford to ankle injury in practice four weeks ago, landing him on injured reserve early into the season. The team expected to be able to activate him as soon as he would be eligible, and they appear to have been right. According to Cardinals senior writer Darren Urban, it seems Crawford will be activated for Week 6's trip to Los Angeles.
NFC Injury Updates: Charbonnet, Williams, Hunt Original
Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet wasn’t able to make it off the reserve/physically unable to perform list in time for the team’s Week 6 trip to Denver yesterday. According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, though, the fourth-year rusher stands “a legitimate chance to make his season debut in Week 7 vs. Kansas City.” Seattle could’ve really used Charbonnet against the Broncos after rookie first-round rusher Jadarian Price was placed on injured reserve.
Cardinals To Activate S Kitan Crawford For Week 6 Original
The Cardinals lost safety Kitan Crawford to ankle injury in practice four weeks ago, landing him on injured reserve early into the season. The team expected to be able to activate him as soon as he would be eligible, and they appear to have been right. According to Cardinals senior writer Darren Urban, it seems Crawford will be activated for Week 6’s trip to Los Angeles.
NFL Practice Squad Updates: 10/16/26
By Ely Allen | at October 16, 2026 6:54 pm Here are today’s only practice squad transactions in the NFL: New Orleans Saints
Minor NFL Transactions: 10/16/26
Friday’s minor moves: Detroit Lions Placed on IR: OL Ben Bartch, WR Tom Kennedy (story), LB Devin White (story) Philadelphia Eagles Placed on IR: RB Will Shipley (story) The Lions continue to wade through injuries in the opening months of the season. Bartch, who got an early-season start due to an injury to starting left guard Christian Mahogany, will now join offseason center addition Cade Mays on injured reserve.
Eagles LBs Jihaad Campbell, Jeremiah Trotter To Split Playing Time Original
Yesterday, Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio addressed a rumor that had been expressed on the broadcast of Sunday’s game in the United Kingdom that linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. was set to start the contest, had he not been ejected on the opening kickoff of the game.
Caleb Williams Returns To Practice; Bears’ Week 6 Starter Undecided Original
The Bears have been without starting quarterback Caleb Williams since he was carted off the field in Week 2 with a hamstring injury. After returning to practice on a limited basis last Friday, the third-year passer’s first entry on this week’s practice report will show him as a full participant, per Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times. Though Williams looks likely to get a week of full participation in Week 6, there’s a chance he might not be able to return to NFL play this weekend.
Packers believe DT Javon Hargrave tore Achilles
It looks like the Packers may be down a body on their defensive front as Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports that defensive tackle Javon Hargrave “is believed to have torn his Achilles ” tendon. Head coach Matt LaFleur was the one who informed the media after the game in which Hargrave was carted off the field. Hargrave, 33, is in his 11th season of NFL play, working with his fifth franchise since getting drafted by the Steelers in 2016.
Patriots LT Will Campbell could miss time with possible knee sprain
When the Patriots drafted Utah's Caleb Lomu near the end of the first round this year, it seemed clear that the plan was for him to eventually take over for 35-year-old veteran right tackle Morgan Moses. Well, it appears the Utes former left tackle will be asked to cover his old position for a portion of his rookie season.
Titans can't ignore QB options in 2027 draft?
The Titans haven't seen the postseason in four years. Since moving on from former head coach Mike Vrabel and future Hall of Fame running back Derrick Henry, Tennessee hasn't won more than three games in a season, and after starting 0-4 in 2026, the team is currently well-positioned to land a top four draft pick for the third year in a row.
Patriots LT Will Campbell Could Miss Time With Possible Knee Sprain Original
When the Patriots drafted Utah’s Caleb Lomu near the end of the first round this year, it seemed clear that the plan was for him to eventually take over for 35-year-old veteran right tackle Morgan Moses. Well, it appears the Utes former left tackle will be asked to cover his old position for a portion of his rookie season.
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