NFL Football 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 20, 2026, 5:10 PM ET
Injuries & Roster Moves
The Rams will be without wide receiver Davante Adams for 6-10 weeks espn.com after he ruptured a hamstring in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts espn.com is expected to miss the rest of the season after doctors discovered blood clots in his lungs, and a clinical explainer espn.com breaks down the condition and treatment. Washington wide receiver Terry McLaurin was carted off espn.com in Monday night's loss with a leg in an air cast, and Washington fears a significant knee injury. In San Francisco, Mike Evans exited espn.com the 49ers' victory with Achilles soreness.
Roster Shakeups
The Titans abruptly released defensive tackle Jordan Elliott on Tuesday over an undisclosed incident at the facility. The Giants are releasing running back Najee Harris amid ongoing backfield struggles. Green Bay running back Josh Jacobs could return to practice espn.com Wednesday after missing the first six games, and he might play Sunday. The Colts fired general manager espn.com Chris Ballard on Monday, raising questions about a broader overhaul.
Coaching & Front Office
Cowboys owner Stephen Jones said Brian Schottenheimer has the full support espn.com of ownership despite Dallas starting 2-4. Analysts are also weighing the Giants' quarterback decision, comparing Jameis Winston and J.J. McCarthy espn.com as coach John Harbaugh considers his options. In Indianapolis, the Colts' decision to give Daniel Steichen more time espn.com was one of several takes ahead of Week.
Power Rankings & Analysis
The Rams' slide has puzzled observers, and Bill Barnwell examines what went wrong espn.com for a team that began the season as a superteam. ESPN's weekly 1-32 power rankings espn.com also identify the biggest offensive problem for each club. The Panthers' jab at Philadelphia espn.com led this week's NFL trolls after their road win.
Fantasy & Betting
Eric Karabell highlights the top free agent options espn.com for Week, led by Stroud and Miller. ESPN's early look identifies three Week 7 games espn.com whose lines offered immediate value once odds were released.
League Business
The NFL announced that U2 will headline the first Thanksgiving Eve halftime show, joining past performers like Beyoncé. Behind the scenes, crews work to stitch new fields espn.com into stadiums through storms and heat waves.
Coming Up
Josh Jacobs could play espn.com for Green Bay this Sunday if he clears practice this week. The NFL's Thanksgiving Eve halftime show with U2 is still ahead.