Week 7 buzz:
-Darnold, Hurts, Nix, Stroud futures
-On deck for Colts
-Eagles shake-up coming?
-Trade sleepers
-Hurts fallout
-Clock management issues
-McCarthy, injuries
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- Buckner desperately wanted to be part of a winner this year, now gets the chance - his original chance.Adam Schefter @AdamSchefterTrade: Colts are sending three-time Pro-Bowl DT DeForest Buckner back to the 49ers, the team that made him a 2016 first-round pick before dealing him to Indianapolis in 2020, per me and @rapsheet. Now Buckner returns to San Francisco, fortifying the 49ers defensive line.62134226.6K
Trade: Colts are sending three-time Pro-Bowl DT DeForest Buckner back to the 49ers, the team that made him a 2016 first-round pick before dealing him to Indianapolis in 2020, per me and @rapsheet. Now Buckner returns to San Francisco, fortifying the 49ers defensive line.
7962.4K21.1K4.7M- The Packers, Bears and Eagles were among teams that showed varying levels of interest in Quenton Nelson, per source. His market was strong.
1381911.7K1.5M - Several teams inquired on Nelson, which expedited his market.Adam Schefter @AdamSchefterTrade: Colts have agreed to send eight-time Pro-Bowl guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks, per me and @rapsheet. Nelson is on an expiring contract and the Colts are opting to get back draft capital now before they could lose him in free agency. But an all-time Colt now moves on to the Seahawks.9819329.5K
- Trade: Colts have agreed to send eight-time Pro-Bowl guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks, per me and @rapsheet. Nelson is on an expiring contract and the Colts are opting to get back draft capital now before they could lose him in free agency. But an all-time Colt now moves on to the Seahawks.
1.7K3.2K32.9K8.1M - Broncos are activating RB Jonah Coleman before Sunday’s matchup with the vs Cardinals.52743984.4K
- Free agent DL Dean Lowry is finally signing with the Giants today, source confirms (as @DDuggan21 said) An injury stalled initial plans but he’s now healthy, a Giant.Jeremy Fowler @JFowlerESPNVeteran DL Dean Lowry plans to sign with the Giants practice squad, per source. Lowry enters his 10th NFL season, has 16.5 sacks and 271 tackles.93232949.3K
- Lions plan to activate safety Brian Branch, who returns nearly 11 months from his Achilles tear. He’s set to make his season debut Sunday vs Packers.289778066.1K
- Veteran DL Dean Lowry plans to sign with the Giants practice squad, per source. Lowry enters his 10th NFL season, has 16.5 sacks and 271 tackles.
1587475319K - Vikings plan to activate RB Jordan Mason (IR, thumb) if all goes well today, per sources. Gives Minnesota a key RB alongside Aaron Jones Sr.122249055.7K
- Baldy bringing the heat on the Eagles defensive woes last nightBrian Baldinger @BaldyNFL.@dallascowboys @Eagles can we at least get into our stance? please. Try to be ready at the snap...The fans were so sick of this effort that it wasn't worth it to BOOOO. They just left. #BaldysBreakdowns3717340K
- Temperature check on a few teams entering trade deadline: -Many in league getting impression Colts will wait 1-2 weeks before determining trade course. Rallying off a few wins could change perspective. But...they need picks, too. -Bucs still in NFC South hunt, but a loss Sunday would put them at 1-6. If that happens, some in league expect TB to entertain seller mode at that point. -Chargers, at 0-6, still giving impression they are standing pat. But a long way till Nov. 10 deadline, and Chargers are receiving calls.401111.2K417K
.@dallascowboys @Eagles can we at least get into our stance? please. Try to be ready at the snap...The fans were so sick of this effort that it wasn't worth it to BOOOO. They just left. #BaldysBreakdowns1213023.7K337K- Jeremy FowlerRT @JordanRaanan: Paulson Adebo will be activated from IR later today. "He's ready to go," John Harbaugh said on Friday. With Greg Newsome (concussion) out, Adebo could be right back in starting mix. Also, may have a Jalin Hyatt sighting. He's worked hard to earn an elevation + opportunity.06409.1K
- Saquon Barkley, Jonathan Greenard among actives.Philadelphia Eagles @EaglesTonight's Inactives #DALvsPHI074426.9K
- Multiple league execs believe Jacksonville will seriously consider trading Brian Thomas Jr. at the deadline now that his role has decreasedJeremy Fowler @JFowlerESPN-Today big for Lamar Jackson, whom source calls ‘50/50’ -Mayfield tries to spark Bucs -Jacobs prepped for Wk 7 -A few names to watch at deadline @SportsCenter with @garystriewski3293796376K
- -Today big for Lamar Jackson, whom source calls ‘50/50’ -Mayfield tries to spark Bucs -Jacobs prepped for Wk 7 -A few names to watch at deadline @SportsCenter with @garystriewski1328383278K
- The Aftermath top stories, including the Chiefs potentially adding WR help via trade and a look at Aaron Glenn in New York and Shane Steichen in Indianapolis.628256107K
- Jeremy FowlerRT @JordanRaanan: Giants LB Tremaine Edmonds has a torn muscle in his chest, per source. He wanted to play through it but couldn't. Edmunds is out for the season as @DDuggan21 said. Update on OLB Chauncey Golston: He's also out for season, per sources. He went on IR earlier this month with a neck injury. Giants continue to take hits.019609.3K
- Jeremy FowlerRT @HolderStephen: Colts coach Shane Steichen today on QB Daniel Jones: "He's proven that he can do it. So that's where the confidence comes from. And we need to get him back playing to that level that he was last year. It's taking a little bit longer."01609.7K
- Jeremy FowlerRT @CourtneyRCronin: Cole Kmet is headed to injured reserve with a "serious" knee injury, according to Ben Johnson.03109.6K
- Discussion on the state of the Texans, once viewed as a Super Bowl sleeper, now reeling at 2-5 With @HermEdwards and Zubin Mehenti on The Aftermath124043542.9K
- Kenneth Walker III thriving in Kansas City. Why did Seahawks let him go? Injuries were a part -- as was Chiefs providing chance to be more heavily featured. More via @BradyHenderson and @ByNateTaylor854138.8K
- Jeremy FowlerRT @RapSheet: Significant news in the coaching agent world: Respected agent Sean Kiernan joins WIN Sports Group, working with Clint Dowdle and Jacques McClendon. During the last 6 cycles, Kiernan has represented multiple NFL HCs and more NFL GMs than any other agent.03501.7K
- This is noteworthy. Taylor is considered at his best as a disruptive slot.TURRON DAVENPORT @TDavenport_NFL#Titans Robert Saleh acknowledged Alontae Taylor was initially going to play only corner but they're going to get him some reps at nickel. Saleh likes how Taylor bounced back and it started with his energy during the game even though he was inactive.2613451.4K
- In the offseason, the Vikings challenged J.J. McCarthy to improve his throwing versatility -- more clubs in the bag. Not just the fastball, but more layering of the ball. He lost the QB battle, but Minnesota noticed he improved in that area. Showed Sunday -- with a different team.Mina Kimes @minakimes….man what3221518135K
#Titans Robert Saleh acknowledged Alontae Taylor was initially going to play only corner but they're going to get him some reps at nickel. Saleh likes how Taylor bounced back and it started with his energy during the game even though he was inactive.101538067.5K
- Kmet is a big part of the Bears’ operation.Courtney Cronin @CourtneyRCroninThe Bears have ruled Cole Kmet OUT with a knee injury1610428.8K
- Warren, a huge part of the Colts' offense, out a second consecutive week.Stephen Holder @HolderStephenColts injuries: Sauce Gardner (calf), Tyler Warren (groin) and WR Anthony Gould (concussion) are OUT vs Minnesota.1310227.5K
- Jeremy FowlerRT @BradyHenderson: Mike Macdonald tells @BrockHuard and @TheMikeSalk on @SeattleSports that the “early returns are positive” on Rashid Shaheed’s knee and that they’re still waiting on imagine results on Charles Cross’ ankle. Both left the game last night and didn’t return.02909.6K
Stephen Holder@HolderStephenColts injuries: Sauce Gardner (calf), Tyler Warren (groin) and WR Anthony Gould (concussion) are OUT vs Minnesota.1330334171K- Vikings WR Justin Jefferson is averaging 7.25 targets per game when healthy Among peers: Puka Nacua -- 12.4 CeeDee Lamb -- 11.5 JSN -- 11.2 Ja'Marr Chase - 8.4 (minus inj vs Jax) Vikings have Lions coming up. Will need to score -- and find Jefferson.4434905263K
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- Jeremy FowlerRT @JennaLaineESPN: Todd Bowles made it official today that Baker Mayfield will start SundayJennaLaineESPN @JennaLaineESPNBarring setback, all signs point to Baker Mayfield starting Sunday after missing three weeks with a dislocated thumb in his throwing hand. Here’s what he had to say today, including talk of a tough meeting this week to address the passing game shortcomings0309.5K
- Suffocating defense, JSN score lead Seattle to much-needed win over Kansas City More via @BradyHenderson and @ByNateTaylor365840.1K
- Jeremy FowlerRT @RichEisenShow: 💻 @JFowlerESPN Could Jalen Hurts days in Philadelphia be numbered? #NFL #FlyEaglesFly02309.6K
Barring setback, all signs point to Baker Mayfield starting Sunday after missing three weeks with a dislocated thumb in his throwing hand. Here’s what he had to say today, including talk of a tough meeting this week to address the passing game shortcomings312427.6K- Jeremy FowlerRT @HolderStephen: NEW: It’s still unclear how the Colts will navigate the upcoming NFL trade deadline after dismissing GM Chris Ballard. But RB Jonathan Taylor, who is under contract through 2028, is already drawing interest. Details:03009.9K
- No suspension for Sam FranklinMichael Signora @NFLfootballinfoHearing officer James Thrash, jointly appointed by the NFL and the NFLPA, has reduced the discipline of Sam Franklin from a one-game suspension to a fine of $14,926 for unsportsmanlike conduct.013826.6K
Hearing officer James Thrash, jointly appointed by the NFL and the NFLPA, has reduced the discipline of Sam Franklin from a one-game suspension to a fine of $14,926 for unsportsmanlike conduct.2059248164K- Titans CB Alontae Taylor, benched last week, is expected to be active today vs Browns, per source73433242.5K
- Tampa Bay, despite 1-5 record, pouring it on in Carolina. This is the first divisional game for Tampa, which won the NFC South from 2021-24.3812029.9K
- Jeremy FowlerRT @ByNateTaylor: Chiefs head trainer Rick Burkholder said Josh Simmons (bulging disc in lower back) is going to be placed on IR. "Josh worked his tail off & dilgent every day. However, we feel his plateaued in the rehab process. he’s just not there yet."06209.9K
- Rope.Matt Bowen @MattBowen41Bears/Caleb Williams. Pocket movement/eye level vs. pressure. Re-set the throwing window.51123932.1K
- Since 2021, Jackson has missed between 4-5 games three times. In those seasons, Ravens averaged 8.7 wins per year In the two years with a full Jackson, Baltimore averaged 12.5 wins.Jamison Hensley @jamisonhensleyRavens ruled out Lamar Jackson (ankle) for Sunday’s game against the Bengals. Tyler “Snoop” Huntley will start his third straight game for Baltimore.232945456.2K
- Raiders RB Mike Washington Jr. (foot/back) is considered a game-time decision today vs Rams, per sources. Some optimism exists but Raiders needs to see how he feels today.23322744.7K
- Jaylen Warren's impact as the Steelers' best weapon: He has four games of at least 125 scrimmage yards, tying Kansas City's Kenneth Walker III for most in the NFL.67387443.8K
- Seems like a good week to bring this back. The Harbaugh family faith in McCarthy remains high.Jeremy Fowler @JFowlerESPNJim Harbaugh doubled down on J.J. McCarthy: “I think he’s the best quarterback in the draft,” he said from AFC coaches breakfast. Says a ‘killer comes out’ when adversity hits.4619542.7K
Matt Bowen@MattBowen41Bears/Caleb Williams. Pocket movement/eye level vs. pressure. Re-set the throwing window.42732456K
Ravens ruled out Lamar Jackson (ankle) for Sunday’s game against the Bengals. Tyler “Snoop” Huntley will start his third straight game for Baltimore.251314561.6K- Jeremy FowlerRT @RapSheet: The #Browns and standout DT Maliek Collins have agreed to terms on a 2-year extension for $30M with $23M in total guarantees, agent Drew Rosenhaus tells me and @AdamSchefter.042401.8K
- The glove that Bucs QB Baker Mayfield will wear on his dislocated thumb today vs Panthers.
71314540.7K - Jim Harbaugh doubled down on J.J. McCarthy: “I think he’s the best quarterback in the draft,” he said from AFC coaches breakfast. Says a ‘killer comes out’ when adversity hits.
1271078512.3M - Jeremy FowlerRT @AdamSchefter: One team that could decide to make a run at Colts DT DeForest Buckner is the San Francisco 49ers, a team the star defensive tackle played for from 2016 through 2019, according to league sources.Adam Schefter @AdamSchefterSources: Colts face big decisions on star players as the NFL trade deadline looms, via @RapSheet and me.02850883
- Jeremy FowlerRT @MikeGarafolo: #Eagles RB Saquon Barkley is expected to return to practice today and is in line to play Monday against the #Cowboys, sources say. A lift for the team’s offense with a banged-up backfield and Jalen Hurts on the mend.029105.6K
- Sources: Colts face big decisions on star players as the NFL trade deadline looms, via @RapSheet and me.44609021.7M
