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Oct 31, 2025

?? Hallo-not: Packs' LaFleur dismisses Halloween
The Green Bay Packers coach isn't fond of the Halloween spirit and is looking past trick-or-treat to Sunday's game.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Owl visit has Boys' Schottenheimer superstitious
Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer, whose family has had several run-ins with local wildlife this season, said Friday he'll "put an elephant" in his garage if his team beats the Cardinals on "Monday Night Football."

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Pats RB Stevenson (toe) to sit out vs. Falcons
The New England Patriots will be without starting running back Rhamondre Stevenson on Sunday because of a toe injury.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Ravens fined $100K for Jackson injury 'mistake'
The NFL fined the Baltimore Ravens $100,000 on Friday for violating the league's injury report policy by incorrectly listing quarterback Lamar Jackson's practice participation last week.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Why is Mike McDaniel still in Miami? Answering key questions about Dolphins' shakeup
Answering the key questions following the Dolphins' decision to part ways with Chris Grier and keep Mike McDaniel.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Jaguars putting Hunter on IR, assessing injury
Jaguars wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter will be placed on injured reserve, with coach Liam Coen saying the team is still assessing the rookie's noncontact knee injury suffered in practice.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Daniels back for Commanders against Seahawks
Jayden Daniels will play against the Seahawks after missing a game with a hamstring injury.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Grier out as Fins GM; McDaniel to finish season
Chris Grier is out as Miami Dolphins general manager, the team announced Friday, but head coach Mike McDaniel will keep his position through at least the regular season, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Jaguars placing two-way rookie Hunter on IR
Jaguars wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter will be placed on injured reserve after suffering a knee injury during practice, coach Liam Coen told reporters.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

The one-stop shop for Week 9: Storylines, picks and predictions for 13 games
Patrick Mahomes vs. Josh Allen? Can Denver and New England keep winning? Picks, predictions and stats for every Week 9 game.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Betting guide: Picks, props and analysis for this weekend's games
Our experts dive into the lines and player props that offer value for Week 9 and share their tips and bets.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

The Browns' uncertain QB future, and how Shedeur Sanders factors into it
As the 2-6 Browns enter their bye, let's look at what to expect from the rookie QBs and veteran Deshaun Watson.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

The Great Player, Terrible Team All-Quarter-Century roster: Who got stuck on a losing team?
We picked out the best players at every position from the past 25 years who got trapped on awful rosters. Could Myles Garrett's 2025 season end up on the list?

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

A game largely defined by tight ends like Tyler Warren? Try Colts-Steelers this week
It's not just that Indianapolis and Pittsburgh frequently use TEs, but the versatility in how they're deployed.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Our guide to every Week 9 NFL game: Matchup previews, predictions, picks and nuggets
Patrick Mahomes vs. Josh Allen? Can Denver and New England keep winning? Picks, predictions and stats for every Week 9 game.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Second-half predictions: Who will win tight division races, MVP and the Super Bowl?
Can the Patriots win the AFC East? Are the Rams headed to the Super Bowl? We asked around the NFL.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Last-minute pickups for Week 9: Chimere Dike, Bam Knight among top options
If bye weeks or injuries have you seeking lineup help, we have available options to consider.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Don't be surprised if ... Drake Maye overtakes Patrick Mahomes as top QB
At Week 9, what should fantasy managers believe, or not believe, about Drake Maye, Oronde Gadsden II and more?

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Lamar return has Ravens feeling 'dangerous' again
After missing three games because of a right hamstring injury, Ravens QB Lamar Jackson threw four touchdown passes in a 28-6 victory over the Dolphins on Thursday night.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Jeered in Miami, McDaniel shares fans' frustrations
Plagued by "self-inflicted wounds," the Dolphins fell to 2-7 after a sloppy 28-6 home loss to the Ravens in which they were loudly booed by fans throughout.

ESPN NFL
Oct 31, 2025

Jackson returns in style as Ravens rout Dolphins
After starting 1-5, the Ravens have won two straight and Lamar Jackson has them in position for a possible run.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Follow live: Lamar Jackson tallies 4th passing TD as Ravens continue rout of Dolphins
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Oct 30, 2025

Follow live: Lamar Jackson connects with Mark Andrews for second TD of night
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ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Buzz: What's in store for McCaffrey, Chase down the stretch?
Here's a look at some of Week 9's notable statistical takeaways, using the SOS Cheat Sheet.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Sources: Jackson 3rd Bengal to ask to be moved
Bengals defensive tackle McKinnley Jackson has requested a trade or release, a source told ESPN on Thursday.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Rams' Nacua declares himself ready to face Saints
Rams receiver Puka Nacua, who hasn't played since suffering a sprained left ankle in Week 6, said he feels "fantastic" and is "ready to go" vs. the Saints.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Lions to give away St. Brown headstand bobbleheads to early-arriving fans
The bobbleheads will be available to fans who arrive early ahead of the Lions' Sunday matchup against the Vikings.

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Oct 30, 2025

NFL Week 9's fashionable arrivals, featuring Dolphins' Aaron Brewer's Michael Myers mask
With Halloween coming in the midst of Week 9, some NFL players dressed for the occasion.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Newly extended DE Hutchinson 'all-in' with Lions
With his contract finalized Wednesday -- the four-year extension is worth $180 million, with $141 million guaranteed -- Aidan Hutchinson said he's now "all-in" on a future in Detroit as the Lions eye an elusive Super Bowl ring.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Broncos DC confident in DBs with Surtain out
Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph said Thursday he's confident in the Broncos' plan to deal with the absence of cornerback Pat Surtain II.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Rodgers pitches GB stars on house, even in-game
Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers is still trying to get Packers players to buy his house in Green Bay, including Micah Parsons, who was pitched on the idea after a play.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

First bets for Week 9: Colts, Cowboys, Lions cover, plus a Rookie of the Year pick
What lines offered immediate value once odds came out? Here are four early bets and a futures wager to track.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Josh Jacobs among Week 9's top 25 predicted anytime touchdown scorers
Taylor, Jacobs and McCaffrey among top predictions for anytime touchdown props in Week 9.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Buzz: Lamar Jackson set to return Thursday night
What can fantasy managers expect Thursday night as Lamar Jackson returns from his hamstring injury?

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Texans' Collins out of protocol; Kirk set to return
The Texans expect two wideouts to return vs. the Broncos as Nico Collins is out of concussion protocol and Christian Kirk has recovered from a hamstring injury.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Cardinals preparing Murray to start vs. Cowboys
The Cardinals are preparing quarterback Kyler Murray to start Monday night against the Cowboys, coach Jonathan Gannon said Thursday.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Lions OC feels he 'failed' WR Williams, eyes fixes
Lions offensive coordinator Morton met with Jameson Williams privately during the bye week to figure out how to get the wide receiver more involved in the offense.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Patriots in the top 10? We have our latest NFL Power Rankings
Plus, we picked the best offseason signing, hiring or draft pick for each roster.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Which NFL teams must trade at the deadline? 14 that should add, 13 that should subtract, five that should do nothing
Could the Lions add help? Will the Jets trade away stars? Should the Giants make any moves? Let's look at which teams might swing deadline deals.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Famed Jim Irsay collection to be sold at auction
The Irsay family will auction off the majority of the memorabilia collection owned by Jim Irsay -- a compilation of items for which the late Colts owner once said he was offered more than $1 billion.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Packers' 1923 throwbacks, Commanders' 'Super Bowl era' threads top Week 9 uniforms
Two throwbacks will make their debuts in Week 9, led by the Packers' 1923 threads.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Playoff push: Trade targets and what to expect from murky RB rotations
What to make of backfield rotations, players on the rise and who to target as we approach the playoffs.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

The Playbook: Lineup locks, Shadow Reports for Week 9
An all-encompassing look at the matchups to exploit or avoid and lineup locks in fantasy, as well as projected scores for all NFL games.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Did Sunday's stellar performance prove that Breece Hall should be in Jets' long-term plans?
Hall threw a touchdown pass and ran in two more in New York's first win of the season Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Inside Mike McDaniel's uncertain future with the Dolphins
Dolphins players say they haven't quit on the season or their coach as they prepare to host the Ravens.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Only four teams have made the playoffs after 1% chance. The Ravens think they'll be the fifth
If it's going to take 10 wins to clinch a playoff berth or the division, Baltimore will need to win eight of its next 10 games.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

Which NFL teams should make trades before the deadline? Barnwell sizes up expectations for all 32
Could the Lions add help? Will the Jets trade away stars? Should the Giants make any moves? Let's look at which teams might swing deadline deals.

ESPN NFL
Oct 30, 2025

What to expect at the NFL trade deadline for every team
Let's outline deadline plans for every team, plus who could be moved before 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Lawrence blasts 'delusional' Giants legend Banks
Dexter Lawrence ripped Carl Banks over his recent comments, saying the Giants legend is "delusional."

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Commanders' McLaurin out; Daniels in line to play
Commanders receiver Terry McLaurin reinjured his right quad and won't play in Sunday's game vs. the Seahawks. But Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is on pace to return after a one-game absence.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Commanders' McLaurin out; Daniels on track to play
Commanders receiver Terry McLaurin reinjured his right quad and won't play in Sunday's game vs. the Seahawks. But Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is on pace to return after a one-game absence.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

CB Carter to Philly, WR Metchie to Jets in trade
The Jets traded Michael Carter II and a 2027 seventh-round draft pick to the Eagles for John Metchie III and a 2027 sixth-round pick.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Wentz defends Vikings: Nobody 'forcing me' to play
Carson Wentz on Wednesday sought to diffuse the controversy over his painful final appearance as the Vikings' QB, saying he bears no ill will toward the franchise and making clear he did not want coach Kevin O'Connell to remove him from Thursday's game.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Saints plan to start QB Shough for rest of year
Saints coach Kellen Moore said Wednesday he intends to start rookie Tyler Shough over Spencer Rattler for the rest of the season.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Raiders TE Bowers 'ready to roll' after knee injury
Raiders tight end Brock Bowers said Wednesday he's "ready to roll" after missing three games to recover from a knee injury.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Sources: Carter to Philly, Metchie to Jets in trade
The Jets traded Michael Carter II and a 2027 seventh-round draft pick to the Eagles for John Metchie III and a 2027 sixth-round pick, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Falcons optimistic Penix will return against Pats
The Falcons are optimistic about QB Michael Penix Jr. returning after missing a game because of a bone bruise in his knee, while WR Drake London is also day-to-day.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Commanders' McLaurin (quad) out vs. Seahawks
Commanders receiver Terry McLaurin reinjured his right quad and won't play in Sunday's game vs. the Seahawks. But Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is on pace to return after a one-game absence.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Kiper's updated 2026 Big Board: Ranking the top 25 NFL draft prospects, plus position reports
Mel Kiper Jr. is stacking the top 25 players for the 2026 NFL draft, including four quarterbacks and one really good running back. See who makes the new list.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

?? Week 9 Power Rankings: Best offseason adds
Let's update our NFL Power Rankings ahead of Week 9. Plus, we picked the best offseason signing, hiring or draft pick for each roster.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Source: Skattebo had open fracture, ligament fix
Giants rookie Cam Skattebo suffered an open tibia fracture and ruptured deltoid ligament in addition to an ankle dislocation in Sunday's loss to the Eagles, a source confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Bengals' Flacco 50-50 to face Bears, coach says
Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco's availability for Sunday's game against the Bears is in doubt due to his shoulder injury, with coach Zac Taylor saying it's "probably at 50-50" whether Flacco will play.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Chiefs' Pacheco expected to miss Bills showdown
The Chiefs are expected to be without running back Isiah Pacheco for Sunday's showdown against the Bills, with Kareem Hunt expected to get the bulk of the carrries.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

What Aidan Hutchinson's extension means, and which pass rushers are getting paid next
The Lions No. 2 overall pick in 2022 became the NFL's fourth-highest-paid non-QB on Wednesday.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

'No, no, it was an optical illusion': How the NFL shut down a field goal controversy
Did Vikings' Will Reichard hit a camera wire on his FG attempt in London? He says yes -- the NFL says no.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Facts vs. Feelings: Why you may want to sit Bo Nix, start Travis Hunter and trade Christian McCaffrey
Liz has feelings about who you should start and sit this week and a fact to consider about Christian McCaffrey

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Who leads Team of the Week 8 in Madden NFL 26?
A perfect kicker also gains special recognition in this edition of Team of the Week.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Sources: Lewis, 41, signs with TE-thin Broncos
The Denver Broncos have signed 41-year-old Marcedes Lewis, who is in his 20th season, to their practice squad after he worked out for the Broncos on Tuesday.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Hutchinson's $141M guaranteed is non-QB record
The Lions are signing star edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson to a four-year, $180 million contract extension that includes a non-quarterback record of $141 million guaranteed, his agent told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Banged-up Bears add veteran Gardner-Johnson
The Bears have signed C.J. Gardner-Johnson, adding the veteran safety to their injury-depleted secondary.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

What to expect at the NFL trade deadline for every team: Perfect fits, candidates to move and big needs
Let's outline deadline plans for all 32 franchises, including who could be moved or targeted before 4 p.m. ET on Nov. 4. Here's everything to know.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

What we're hearing on the trade deadline and Week 9
Here's the latest on Breece Hall, Trey Hendrickson, Jakobi Meyers, Jaelan Phillips and other trade targets.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Matchup rankings: Upgrade Daniel Jones, downgrade Travis Kelce
The most and least favorable matchups in the NFL for this week's games at the four key fantasy positions: QB, RB, WR and TE.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Why the 6-2 Patriots traded Keion White and Kyle Dugger -- and what could be next
New England has been active ahead of Tuesday's NFL trade deadline with a pair of trades. Here's why.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Patriots trade White to 49ers, Dugger to Steelers
The Patriots traded away two former defensive starters Tuesday night, sending defensive end Keion White to the 49ers and safety Kyle Dugger to the Steelers, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Poll: Many NFL fans want more games despite risk
Many NFL teams have lost star players to season-ending injuries this season, or played without them for significant stretches -- but a new poll finds that many football fans want more games, even if it means more risk.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Guide to every NFL team's trade deadline: Candidates to be moved, targets who could fit, biggest needs
Let's outline deadline plans for all 32 franchises, including who could be moved or targeted before 4 p.m. ET on Nov. 4. Here's everything to know.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Trade deadline intel: Everything we're hearing on buzzy names
Here's the latest on Breece Hall, Trey Hendrickson, Jakobi Meyers, Jaelan Phillips and other trade targets.

ESPN NFL
Oct 29, 2025

Jets safety Cisco has pectoral tear, source says
Jets safety Andre Cisco has a pectoral tear that will require surgical repair, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

NFL trade grades: Evaluating the Patriots' trades of Kyle Dugger, Keion White
We're grading NFL deals leading into the Nov. 4 NFL trade deadline, including the Patriots trading Kyle Dugger and Keion White.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Pats deal DE White to 49ers, Dugger to Steelers
The Patriots traded away two former defensive starters Tuesday night, sending defensive end Keion White to the 49ers and safety Kyle Dugger to the Steelers, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Patriots deal White to 49ers, Dugger to Steelers
The Patriots traded away two former defensive starters Tuesday night, sending defensive end Keion White to the 49ers and safety Kyle Dugger to the Steelers, sources told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Nabers has surgery for torn ACL, ready for rehab
Giants receiver Malik Nabers underwent surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee and will begin rehab Wednesday after being discharged from the hospital.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Our NFL trade grades: Evaluating the Roger McCreary, Keion White deals
We're grading NFL deals leading into the Nov. 4 NFL trade deadline, including recent trades for Roger McCreary and Keion White.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Lions' Branch 'moving forward' after suspension
Lions defensive back Brian Branch returned to practice Tuesday after serving a one-game suspension for striking Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster at the end of a Week 6 loss to Kansas City.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Lamar: Every game now 'do-or-die' for Ravens
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson acknowledged Tuesday that the 2-5 Ravens have little margin for error for the rest of the season.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Giants' Nabers undergoes surgery for torn ACL
Giants receiver Malik Nabers underwent surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee and will begin rehab Wednesday after being discharged from the hospital.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Why the Saints are turning to QB Tyler Shough now
After benching Spencer Rattler during their Week 8 loss, the Saints will start their second-round pick Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Lions get Branch back after 1-game suspension
Lions defensive back Brian Branch returned to practice Tuesday after serving a one-game suspension for striking Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster at the end of a Week 6 loss to Kansas City.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Saints QB1 or not, Tyler Shough believes 'this is going to work out'
The 26-year-old QB knows adversity, and through it all, he's getting his first start Sunday at the Rams.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Trade value index: Trust in Drake Maye, Harold Fannin Jr.
With less than a month to the fantasy trade deadline, the rest-of-season rankings help identify worthy targets.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Saints to start rookie QB Shough against Rams
The Saints will start rookie quarterback Tyler Shough against the Rams on Sunday.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Tomlin backing DC amid Steelers' defensive woes
After the Steelers defense gave up at least 30 points for the fourth time in seven games, coach Mike Tomlin defended defensive coordinator Teryl Austin.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Ex-NFL star Peterson asleep in SUV before arrest
Former NFL running back Adrian Peterson was asleep in his SUV while parked at Houston area gas station when he was arrested on charges of driving while intoxicated and unlawfully carrying a weapon, according to court records.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Pats agree to extension with top slot CB Jones
Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones, who was set to become an unrestricted free agent after the season, has agreed to a contract extension.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Source: Saints to start rookie Shough vs. Rams
The Saints have informed rookie QB Tyler Shough that he will be their starter against the Rams with Spencer Rattler remaining on the bench, a source told ESPN.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Ravens expect Lamar to start Thursday at Miami
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is expected to return from a hamstring injury and start Thursday night's game at Miami, coach John Harbaugh said Monday.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

EA Sports and NFL extend partnership for Madden, College Football
EA Sports and the NFL will continue to partner on Madden for the near future.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

Projecting the 2026 NFL draft order: Changes at the top after Week 8
ESPN's Football Power Index projects the 2026 NFL draft order for Round 1.

ESPN NFL
Oct 28, 2025

NFL playoff picture projections: Updated chances to make the postseason, win divisions
We're looking ahead to how the 14-team playoff picture could line up en route to Super Bowl LX.

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