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Jonathan Taylor back to 'regular scheduled programming' after remaining with Colts

“It’s all water under the bridge now,” Taylor told reporters after not being dealt ahead of the trade deadline.

Chargers' Jim Harbaugh calls out Broncos for failed Daiyan Henley trade

Harbaugh said Thursday that Denver tried to leverage a better deal based on Henley's medical grade.

NFL best bets Week 10: Why it's hard to pick spots after the trade deadline

Austin Mock's NFL Projection Model had another winning week, but only has one play after the trade deadline.

NFL projected scores Week 10: Model predicts point spreads and totals for every game

Austin Mock's NFL Projection Model has point differentials and totals for every Week 10 game.

NFL trade deadline winners, losers: Vikings find QB, Jags go all-in, Jonathan Taylor stranded

Cousins makes Minnesota legitimate contenders, while the Colts traded away all of their best players — except for their star running back.

Fantasy football Week 10 injury report: Everyone's hurt; here are some Band-Aids

Who's in, who's out and how to address those gaping holes in your lineup.

NFL midseason superlatives and lessons: Josh Allen for MVP, all-in moves, dashed hopes

Stellar defense is keeping several of the league's top teams afloat despite sputtering offenses.

This Week in Sports Trivia: Nov. 12, 2026

How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.

Jalen Hurts played through pain. Why do we keep celebrating it?

The problem isn’t athletes who tough it out. It’s the culture of sport that makes being honest about your injuries so costly.

Five NFL trade deadline deals we wish had happened, including Rams landing a receiver

Brian Thomas Jr. to the Rams would've been fun, but not as fun as another WR. Also, we really wish Jonathan Taylor were on a contender.

NFL Week 10 ATS picks: Why the Packers will snuff out the Kirk Cousins reunion hype

The Packers aren't exactly planning a picnic for Cousins while looking to avenge their Week 1 loss in Minnesota.

NFL staff picks for Week 10: Vikings-Packers, 49ers-Cowboys, Steelers-Bengals, more

Writers from our NFL staff make straight-up picks for every Week 10 game.

Jeremiah Smith holds at No. 1, Drew Mestemaker climbs to No. 2 in 2027 NFL Draft rankings

There's been a lot of movement on the board since August, especially at QB. But how many of these prospects will return to school?

Broncos announce trade with Chargers for Daiyan Henley 'will not be finalized'

Denver did not give a reason the deal fell through, but the Broncos and Chargers on Tuesday said the transaction was pending a physical.

Kirk Cousins sees return to Vikings, following trade from Raiders, as unfinished business

Cousins has overcome plenty of obstacles to find success as an NFL quarterback. Back with the Vikings, he's hoping to save their season.

Cardinals QB Carson Beck to make NFL debut vs. Rams: 'This is a dream of mine'

Beck, whom the Cardinals drafted in the third round, will be Arizona's third starting quarterback in as many weeks.

Rams targeting Week 13 return for Davante Adams; Puka Nacua out 'extended period of time'

The Rams didn't trade for a wide receiver ahead of the deadline, but they're hoping to have Adams back for Week 13 vs. the Chiefs.

Drew Brees gets in line behind favorites for potential 'Monday Night Football' booth opening

“At the end of the day, I aspire to be the best at what I’m pursuing," Brees told Front Office Sports.

Titans' Calvin Ridley: Airport incident was about miscommunication with valet

"He broke his finger" during the incident, Ridley said of the valet. “I don’t know what I did ... I don't know what happened."

Bengals apologize for Arnold Ebiketie trade deadline debacle

De facto general manager Duke Tobin had coach Zac Taylor convey his apology Wednesday for the failed deal.

NFL spread, straight-up picks: Rams, Jaguars, Bills top Week 10 confidence rankings

Nick Kostos outlines his confidence picks for NFL Week 10 -- both straight-up and against the spread.

Man vs. machine NFL power rankings: How much better can Vikings be with Kirk Cousins?

The machines were right all along about the Vikings. But things have changed a bit with Cousins in the fold.

Rex Ryan arrested after hitting pedestrians, leaving scene, Nashville police say

Ryan has six outstanding misdemeanor warrants that charge him with striking two pedestrians with his pickup truck.

Deshaun Watson to return as Browns' starting QB vs. Texans

Watson was inactive in Week 9 after being placed in concussion protocol and not practicing leading up to the game.

NFL trade deadline winners, losers: Vikings find QB, Jags go all-in, Jonathan Taylor stranded

Cousins makes Minnesota legitimate contenders, while the Colts traded away all of their best players — except for their star running back.

NFL Week 9 Quick Outs: Joe Burrow lights up the Falcons; David Bailey keeps delivering

Burrow finished 24-for-29 passing 271 yards and three touchdowns Sunday, while Jets rookie David Bailey thrived again.

The NFL’s trade deadline makeover, plus Connor Hellebuyck’s Winnipeg return

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Why Kirk Cousins can seize opportunities with Vikings that Wentz and Murray couldn't

Cousins, 38, is playing some of the best football of his career and just needs to be good enough to support a stellar Vikings defense.

Ranking top 10 NFL deadline trades by how they'll impact 2026 playoff picture

Can Kirk Cousins actually save the Vikings' season? Should Jordan Davis' limitations worry Jaguars fans?

The trade deadline jolted the NFL. Here's how the landscape changed

From the NFC North to the West Coast, this NFL trade season spiced up a 2026 campaign already full of scintillating storylines.

NFL survivor pool picks Week 10: Can you trust the Bills, Jaguars or Rams?

Renee Miller and Adam Gretz answer the most pressing questions facing NFL survivor pool players in Week 10.

After the NFL trade deadline, how will Round 1 of the draft play out?

Could Jeremiah Smith be the type of weapon to help revitalize Justin Herbert? How early will the QBs start coming off the board?

Colts decided to keep Jonathan Taylor — for now. A future trade still makes sense

Indianapolis kept its star running back ahead of the trade deadline, but revisiting Taylor's market in the offseason remains the smart play.

The NFL trade deadline has passed. New England chose to be the standing Pats

With the Patriots opting to go window shopping at the deadline, improvement will have to come from the return of injured players.

Why the Vikings turned to Kirk Cousins in a trade they hope will save their season

In going after Cousins at the trade deadline, the Vikings are set to turn the reins over to a quarterback the whole building can get behind.

Dolphins place QB Malik Willis, DT Zach Sieler on injured reserve

Willis will miss at least the next four games, though he is expected to return this season.

Super Bowl odds: Jaguars rise, Vikings hold after trade deadline moves

Jacksonville now has the third-shortest odds to win the title while Minnesota stabilizes its offense to compete in a crowded NFC.

Colts trading WR Josh Downs to Chiefs for fourth-, fifth-round picks

The Chiefs had a clear need at wide receiver, and Downs could be an “easy button” option for Patrick Mahomes on critical passing downs.

Chargers agree to trade LB Daiyan Henley to the Broncos: Sources

The Broncos fill what's been their biggest need with a rare trade within the division.

Vikings trade for QB Kirk Cousins in deadline deal with Raiders

The Vikings will reacquire Cousins, 38, in a deadline trade with the Raiders. Meanwhile, it will be Fernando Mendoza time in Las Vegas.

Agent: Brandon Aiyuk plans to play this season, likely with 'somebody that knows him'

Aiyuk has not played in a game since suffering a serious knee injury in October 2024.

Colts trade veteran WR Keenan Allen to 49ers for sixth-round pick

Allen, a six-time Pro Bowler, had 40 receptions for 351 yards and a touchdown this season for Indianapolis.

Why Arnold Ebiketie's trade from the Eagles to the Bengals fell through

The Bengals stood to lose a third-round compensatory pick if the deal had gone through.

The Jaguars have gone 'all in' against an NFL that hates risk. Will it pay off?

The Jaguars' leaders have learned from the risks and rewards of their past. They decided the time to strike is now.

NFL MVP odds: Joe Burrow unseats Josh Allen at No. 1, Jordan Love surges

The NFL MVP race finally has a new leader in the betting market.

Bengals call off trade with Eagles for Arnold Ebiketie: Source

The trade would have cost the Bengals a compensatory third-round pick in addition to the sixth-rounder they were to send to the Eagles.

2026 Topps Chrome Football to include Prem1ere Patch cards for 2023, 2024 NFL Draft classes

Topps is putting the Prem1ere Patch cards for two draft classes featuring many of the NFL's top rising stars into one set.

Josh Allen, Bills offense have no peer after taking everything the Vikings' defense had

Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores unleashed hellfire from every angle. Neither Allen nor Joe Brady panicked.

The Jags get aggressive, plus new CFP details

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Bears' Caleb Williams gets needed wake-up call: NFL QB stock report, Week 10

Williams is still learning to navigate that fine line between confident and reckless.

Packers' secret to overachieving and Bucs' defense ascending: Week 9 NFL film review

Also, making a case for the Bengals to trade for Jonathan Taylor and why the Raiders might be wise to deal Kirk Cousins.

NFL Week 10 Power Rankings: You decide

NFL Week 10 power rankings: Bengals, Packers looking strong as we hand out midseason grades

In this week's rankings, the Bengals and Packers look like legitimate contenders thanks to their QBs, while the Patriots fall hard at home.

NFL midseason All-Rookie Team: Arvell Reese, David Bailey pacing 2026 draft picks

Which rookies have excelled through the halfway point of the NFL season?

Bills shut down Carson Wentz, Vikings in win. Where does Minnesota turn at QB?

With Kyler Murray sidelined by a hamstring strain, Carson Wentz threw two interceptions and lost a fumble against Buffalo.

Patriots RB Rhamondre Stevenson expected to miss at least 1 game with knee injury

Stevenson is expected to miss Sunday's game against the Lions in Germany and be re-evaluated the next week during the Patriots' bye.

Raiders-49ers game had 45 fans ejected, 11 arrests, police say

Police said some of the incidents are still being investigated and asked witnesses or anyone with video evidence to contact them.

NFL trade grades: Raiders ace Kirk Cousins deal, prey on Vikings' desperation

Kirk Cousins to the Vikings. Jordan Davis to the Jaguars. We graded all of the deals made ahead of the NFL's trade deadline.

NFL reinstates Brandon Aiyuk, gives 49ers 2-week roster exemption

Aiyuk will not count against the 49ers' 53-man limit until the roster exemption expires Nov. 23.

Rams star WR Puka Nacua likely headed to IR with knee sprain and turf toe

Nacua's injury came on the Rams' final offensive play in Sunday's win over the Commanders.

Eagles send DT Jordan Davis to Jaguars in blockbuster deal

The Jaguars continued their busy Monday by landing the standout defensive tackle from the Eagles for a first- and second-round pick.

Cardinals QB Carson Beck could play with Gardner Minshew injured; WR Wilson out for season

Wilson played 40 snaps on Sunday after suffering a fracture near his neck, while Minshew played through an injury to his throwing arm.

After Lions guard Christian Mahogany benched, Dan Campbell says 'ball's in his court'

Campbell said all of his players are expected to follow team rules "and when one doesn’t, that’s just the way it goes."

Packers RB Josh Jacobs to undergo surgery on broken finger; IR a possibility

The injury limited Jacobs to four carries for just 5 yards, but reserve Kaleb Johnson played well in his place.

Browns' Todd Monken fails to commit to a starting QB ahead of game vs. Texans

Deshaun Watson is 5-3 as a starter this season, but Shedeur Sanders put up a valiant effort in Cleveland's Week 9 loss to New Orleans.

NFL survivor pool mailbag: Submit your questions for Week 10

If you're looking for advice with your NFL survivor pools, submit your questions to our experts.

Dianna Russini to launch new weekly show on BetUS TV beginning Wednesday

Russini will also write an accompanying column for the gambling site as part of her new venture and appear on the "Nobody's Safe" podcast.

Titans' Calvin Ridley involved in 'minor miscommunication' at airport, Robert Saleh says

The Metro Nashville Police Department offered no details on the incident.

Greg Olsen defends criticism of Malik Nabers: We never said he was a 'bad teammate'

Nabers took to Instagram to air his grievances: "If you (don’t) like the way I play the game, keep the camera off me!"

Jaguars add S Jessie Bates from Falcons, DT Davon Godchaux from Saints: Sources

The Jaguars have filled two of their biggest needs after losing safety Eric Murray and defensive tackle DaVon Hamilton.

John Harbaugh is Giants' biggest asset in years. Can he lead them on a dream playoff run?

With his 5-2-1 team comfortably leading the NFC East, Harbaugh was asked how far the joyride could go. "Everything is possible," he said.

Evolving Packers steal spotlight in one of the NFL’s best divisions ever: Sando’s Pick Six

Leaning heavily on Jordan Love, the Packers are soaring ... and yet still sit last in their own division. Welcome to the 2026 NFC North.

Colts, Cowboys are visibly struggling. They'd be better off with owners out of the spotlight

Maybe Carlie Irsay-Gordon and Jerry Jones can grab attention with bold moves ahead of Tuesday’s trade deadline or the next coaching cycle.

NFL Wake-up Call: An emotional win and a return to normalcy ahead of trade deadline mania

The Lions notched an emotional win and kept pace in the brutal NFC North, which could look different after Tuesday's trade deadline.

2026 NFL trade deadline primer: Players to watch and the deals already completed

Will the Colts move Jonathan Taylor? That could be the biggest domino to fall in what's already been an active trade deadline.

Bears overcome Caleb Williams' 4 INTs to beat Buccaneers. Should Chicago be concerned?

Tampa Bay tied the game with a late touchdown and 2-point conversion before Cairo Santos delivered the game-winning FG for Chicago.

Eagles' Nick Sirianni doesn't rule out staff changes after seventh straight loss

Sirianni has stuck by offensive coordinator Sean Mannion and others, but the Eagles offense again struggled in a 19-11 loss to the Giants.

Texans blow out Chargers as pressure mounts in L.A. Can the seats get any hotter?

Despite OC Mike McDaniel moving from the sideline to the booth to call plays, the Chargers continued to struggle on offense.

Seahawks lean on defense to beat Cardinals, but Drew Lock’s injury adds to QB uncertainty

Lock finished the game but is uncertain for next week because of an oblique injury, raising the possibility that Jalen Milroe could play.

49ers dominate early, take advantage of Raiders' 5 turnovers in Bay Area reunion

Las Vegas falls below .500 while San Francisco improves to 7-1, as both teams consider approaching trade deadline.