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NFL

Latest publications and updates first. Earlier reporting keeps its original date.

NFL · Rams

Rams place Puka Nacua on injured reserve

The November 12 transaction confirms the roster move after his knee and toe injuries. Brennan Presley joins the active roster; no return date is established.

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  • Los Angeles Rams
  • Puka Nacua
  • Sean McVay

NFL · UConn connection

Joe Fagnano gets his first NFL start, with little time to settle in

Baltimore finalized its trade for Jacoby Brissett on Friday, a day after Joe Fagnano’s first NFL start. Brissett started Arizona’s first eight games this season.

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  • Joe Fagnano
  • Baltimore Ravens
  • UConn

NFL · Washington 24, Giants 21

Two interceptions, two empty possessions: Giants let Washington escape

New York took the lead with 8:13 left, then intercepted Jayden Daniels twice. Neither ensuing possession produced a first down, and Stefon Diggs scored with 57 seconds remaining.

  • New York Giants
  • Washington Commanders
  • J.J. McCarthy

NFL · Trade deadline

Bills pay for Hooker’s next three seasons as Chiefs and 49ers add receivers

Buffalo sends a 2027 second-round pick for Amani Hooker and a fifth. Indianapolis deals Josh Downs to Kansas City and Keenan Allen to San Francisco, while an agreed Ebiketie trade falls apart.

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  • Buffalo Bills
  • Tennessee Titans
  • Kansas City Chiefs

NFL · Trade deadline

Jaguars agree to Jordan Davis trade, adding two tackles after Bates

Philadelphia receives a 2027 first-round pick and a 2029 second-rounder. Jacksonville also adds Davon Godchaux as its defensive rebuild reaches three deals in one day.

  • Jacksonville Jaguars
  • Philadelphia Eagles
  • New Orleans Saints

NFL · Bills at Vikings

Bills will face Carson Wentz after Vikings rule out Kyler Murray

Minnesota says Murray is week to week with a hamstring strain. Wentz will start Monday’s meeting of two 6-1 teams, with Max Brosmer backing him up.

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  • Buffalo Bills
  • Minnesota Vikings
  • Carson Wentz

NFL · San Francisco 49ers

NFL reinstates Brandon Aiyuk; 49ers receive a roster exemption

AP reports that the league removed Aiyuk from the reserve/left squad list Monday. His next roster move and playing status remain unresolved.

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  • Brandon Aiyuk
  • San Francisco 49ers

NFL · Giants at Eagles

Giants 19, Eagles 11: seven sacks spoil Milton’s first start

Arvell Reese recorded three sacks as the Giants won in Philadelphia for the first time since 2013. Joe Milton threw for 169 yards.

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  • Joe Milton
  • Philadelphia Eagles
  • New York Giants

NFL · Buffalo 36, Baltimore 10

Allen passes Kelly as Bills beat Ravens 36-10

Buffalo reaches 6-1. Baltimore loses Lamar Jackson and Tyler Huntley to injuries and finishes with 144 yards of offense.

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  • Buffalo Bills
  • Josh Allen
  • Baltimore Ravens

NFL · Las Vegas 38, New York 33

Raiders score 17 of the final 20 points to beat Jets 38-33

Braelon Allen runs for 147 yards and Adonai Mitchell catches seven passes for 142, but New York loses a nine-point third-quarter lead.

  • New York Jets
  • Las Vegas Raiders
  • Braelon Allen

NFL · Medical-care review

NFL and NFLPA review the handling of Jalen Hurts' care

The joint review is a new development. The Eagles' earlier medical statements remain a dated account, not a finding about responsibility.

  • Jalen Hurts
  • Philadelphia Eagles
  • NFL

NFL · Remembering Pete Banaszak

Pete Banaszak, a Raider for all 13 seasons, dies at 82

Oakland's longtime running back scored twice in Super Bowl XI. His 16 rushing touchdowns in 1975 still stand as a Raiders season record.

  • Pete Banaszak
  • Oakland Raiders
  • Super Bowl XI

Remembering Lawrence McCutcheon

Lawrence McCutcheon, five-time Pro Bowl Rams running back, dies at 76

McCutcheon's family announced his death Friday. His football life connected Colorado State's record book, the Rams' 1970s backfield and a later career evaluating players.

  • Lawrence McCutcheon
  • Los Angeles Rams
  • Colorado State

Remembering Allen Bailey

Allen Bailey, former Chiefs and Falcons defensive end, dies at 37

Andy Reid mourned his former player Wednesday. Bailey spent eight seasons in Kansas City and two in Atlanta. An official cause of death has not been established in the sources reviewed.

  • Allen Bailey
  • Kansas City Chiefs
  • Atlanta Falcons

Confirmed starter · New York Giants

Giants name J.J. McCarthy their starter for Sunday at Houston

John Harbaugh confirmed the change after Wednesday's practice. McCarthy gets a start, not a permanent designation, after a productive but uneven fourth quarter against New Orleans.

  • New York Giants
  • J.J. McCarthy
  • John Harbaugh

After the Final · Monday night

49ers 23, Commanders 17: Two late stops preserve a 6-0 start

San Francisco's first-half cushion shrank to one score. Mustapha's fourth-down breakup and the final sack kept Washington from completing the comeback.

  • San Francisco 49ers
  • Washington Commanders
  • Malik Mustapha

NFL · Eagles availability

Eagles place Hurts on injured reserve. McKee starts against Carolina.

Philadelphia confirmed the move Saturday after Thursday's announcement of a superficial blood clot in Hurts' calf. No return date has been announced.

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  • Philadelphia Eagles
  • Carolina Panthers
  • Jalen Hurts

NFL · Bills

Bills 37, Rams 34: Rousseau buys Bass the winning chance

A blocked Rams field-goal attempt kept Buffalo alive in overtime. Bass supplied the 45-yard winner after a fourth quarter with five consecutive touchdown possessions.

  • Buffalo Bills
  • Los Angeles Rams
  • Tyler Bass

Before the Gate · Fan service

A clear bag is not an all-access pass

Going straight from work to the game? Compare six New York and New Jersey venues before packing. Size, bag type and storage are separate questions.

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  • Game-day guide
  • Bags
  • MetLife Stadium

Bills · After the final

Buffalo's 17-point quarter could not cover two scoreless ones.

The Bills lost 29-26 at home to New England for their first defeat. Their second-quarter burst was real, but the Patriots sustained drives and took the ball away late.

  • Buffalo Bills
  • New England Patriots
  • Josh Allen

Giants · Reported roster move

Giants reportedly releasing Odell Beckham Jr. after three-game reunion

NFL Network reports that New York is moving on from Beckham after 19 offensive snaps, one target and no catches. The Giants' transaction page had not yet posted the move at our check.

  • New York Giants
  • Odell Beckham Jr.
  • Braxton Berrios

Giants · Injury update

Dart's season is expected to end with knee surgery.

NFL Network reports that Jaxson Dart is expected to undergo surgery that will end his 2026 season. The Giants have not yet announced a final treatment decision.

  • New York Giants
  • Jaxson Dart
  • Jameis Winston

Giants · Developing injury report

Dart's knee outlook worsens. The Giants face a much bigger question.

Further testing raised the possibility of season-ending knee surgery for Jaxson Dart, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. No surgery decision or final absence has been announced.

  • New York Giants
  • Jaxson Dart
  • John Harbaugh

Giants · Monday night postgame

The Giants lost the game—and now wait on Dart’s knee.

Los Angeles beat New York 28–6 after Jaxson Dart left on the opening series. Aaron Donald’s first game since 2023 made his comeback real; the Giants’ next concern is the health of their quarterback.

  • New York Giants
  • Los Angeles Rams
  • Jaxson Dart

NFL · Weekend guide

Jets get Sunday. Giants get Monday. Buffalo gets a breather.

The Jets’ overtime loss is final. The Giants visit the Rams Monday night without Deonte Banks, while Los Angeles will be without Puka Nacua. Buffalo’s next game is September 27.

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  • New York Jets
  • New York Giants
  • Buffalo Bills

Jets · Week 2

The Jets had Green Bay in trouble. Overtime gave it back.

The Jets led by 10 in the fourth quarter but lost 20–17 in overtime. Back-to-back sacks erased their opening possession before Green Bay drove for the winning field goal.

  • New York Jets
  • Green Bay Packers
  • Geno Smith

Giants · In remembrance

Ernie Accorsi, 84: the Giant who made the franchise-defining bet.

Former Giants general manager Ernie Accorsi has died at 84. His New York legacy begins with the conviction to acquire Eli Manning, but it extends through Tom Coughlin and the roster foundation of two championships.

  • Ernie Accorsi
  • New York Giants
  • Eli Manning

Buffalo Bills · Week 2

New home. Five Allen touchdowns. Buffalo is 2–0.

Josh Allen threw three touchdown passes and ran for two more as Buffalo beat Detroit 41–31 in the new stadium's regular-season opener.

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  • Buffalo Bills
  • Buffalo
  • Josh Allen

Jets · Week 1

Jets 23. Titans 10. A start to build on.

The Jets opened September 13 with a 23–10 road win at Tennessee. Breece Hall topped 100 rushing yards, and the defense recorded three sacks. A productive running game and pressure on the quarterback gave New York a strong first Sunday.

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  • New York Jets
  • Tennessee Titans
  • Breece Hall

Giants · Result

Giants 28. Cowboys 20.

The Giants beat Dallas 28–20 at MetLife on September 13. The Cowboys had won 16 of the 18 meetings before kickoff, making this a welcome change in a lopsided rivalry.

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  • New York Giants
  • Dallas Cowboys
  • MetLife

NFL · Quarterback contracts

Tampa Bay commits to Mayfield through 2029.

The Buccaneers announced their agreement September 9. This is context for the season ahead—not a new signing today.

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  • Baker Mayfield
  • Tampa Bay Buccaneers
  • NFL