NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 30, 2026, 4:40 AM ET
Packers Beat Panthers
Josh Jacobs espn.com scored twice as Green Bay held on espn.com for a 27-19 Thursday night win over Carolina, which made a late push. Jacobs also defended espn.com his first-half touchdown celebration, saying it was an ode to a gospel song rather than a mock of an arrest. Receiver Christian Watson espn.com was taken to a hospital as a precaution after a 53-yard catch.
Panthers Struggle
Bryce Young espn.com was sacked six times and pressured on nearly half his dropbacks, though he said his injured knee is fine. Carolina's secondary took another hit when rookie cornerback Will Lee espn.com was lost to injury with his return in doubt. Defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero espn.com is facing questions about the run defense and the offensive line.
Trades and Trade Deadline
The Bears acquired espn.com All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Titans in a blockbuster deal, and ESPN's Barnwell espn.com noted it marks the 10th time in a decade a team has traded multiple first-round picks. Colts running back Jonathan Taylor espn.com said he is proud to wear the horseshoe but conceded his future is uncertain. DeForest Buckner espn.com and Quenton Nelson were both moved, signaling a Colts rebuild, while the 49ers added Buckner espn.com and may be active again before the deadline. Budda Baker said espn.com he wants to stay in Arizona but understands it is a business, and Garrett Wilson said espn.com he does not want a trade despite frustration over targets.
Chiefs and Chargers
Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub confirmed espn.com Harrison Butker remains the team's kicker despite recent struggles and the Tucker signing. The winless Chargers will keep espn.com Mike McDaniel as offensive playcaller, according to coach Jim Harbaugh.
Vikings and Texans
The Vikings blitzed espn.com Indianapolis 85% of the time Sunday, and their 70% blitz rate is a deliberate approach rather than a gimmick. Justin Jefferson says espn.com what Minnesota is doing is working despite his career-low 23 catches through seven weeks. Houston's defense, once elite, has regressed espn.com to one of the most scoreable units in the league.
Injuries and Other News
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson espn.com took part in full practice for the first time since his ankle injury. Jalen Hurts' mother, Pamela, shared espn.com cards from her students wishing the quarterback well in his recovery. Longtime coach June Jones, who helped popularize the run-and-shoot offense, died espn.com at. Micah Parsons' ACL recovery has taken longer espn.com than Patrick Mahomes', who was ready for Week 1 after the same-day injury.
Coming Up
The NFL trade deadline falls on Nov. 10 espn.com, with Jonathan Taylor leading the list of players who might switch teams before it passes.