NFL Football 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 23, 2026, 10:40 PM ET
Injuries & Roster Moves
Giants linebacker Tremaine Edmunds is done for the season with a torn chest injury, a significant blow to New York's defense. Jaguars left tackle Anton Harrison is also out for the year after surgery revealed a torn ACL, while Bears tight end Cole Kmet faces a season-ending knee injury that Chicago will feel keenly. Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet's season debut will be delayed at least another week.
Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. faces a misdemeanor marijuana charge, while Colts tight end Tyler Warren will miss a second straight game with a groin injury. Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin is out Sunday against Detroit with a shin injury, and Cardinals rookie Jeremiyah Love will sit again with an ankle injury.
Week 7 Injury Watch
Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is questionable against the Raiders with a calf injury after missing practice, while 49ers receivers Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel Sr. are ruled out alongside defensive end Nick Bosa. Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson describes his high ankle sprain as heading in the right direction, though his status remains uncertain. Jets receiver Adonai Mitchell will play after four games sidelined, and Dolphins rookie Caleb Douglas is set to return against the Jets. Browns running backs Quinshon Judkins and Dylan Sampson are expected to play against the Titans.
Game Results & Performances
The Bears held off the Patriots 30-24 behind Caleb Williams, never trailing but never fully comfortable with the lead. Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is navigating the roughest stretch of his career even as Denver keeps winning. Giants running back Cam Skattebo is set to rejoin the backfield rotation after a Week 6 with zero carries. Aaron Rodgers' strong play has drawn attention as he pushes toward a top-12 QB finish.
League & Front Office
Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders have unionized, with the team agreeing to recognize the association and begin collective bargaining. Commissioner Roger Goodell reiterated his goal of a regular-season game in Tokyo, with 2027 or 2028 in mind. Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers backed the NFL on holding its Paris game despite recent unrest. Bills safety Sam Franklin Jr. won his appeal, and his spitting suspension was reduced to a fine. Marvin Harrison Jr. has left the Cardinals after a tenure that never reached his potential. Lions coach Dan Campbell downplayed Sam LaPorta's contract comments, saying "we're all good."
Hall of Fame Tributes & Personal News
Rams legend Lawrence McCutcheon, a five-time Pro Bowl running back, has died at 76. Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk revealed his Parkinson's diagnosis during a podcast appearance.
Fantasy & Betting
ESPN's Week 7 guide previews all 13 remaining games with picks and predictions, while the latest inactives report flags Baker Mayfield as likely to play. Adam Rank outlines one receiver to trade for and one to trade away ahead of Week. Falcons throwback helmets will carry a vertical stripe pattern after backlash, and the week's uniform looks feature Texans red and a Lions all-black alternate.
Coming Up
Week 7 features 13 more games on the schedule, with the Browns facing the Titans and the Dolphins hosting the Jets. Goodell's Tokyo game is still under consideration for 2027 or 2028.