NFL Football 24-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 21, 2026, 6:50 PM ET
Titans and Giants Roster Moves
The Titans abruptly released defensive tackle Jordan Elliott on Tuesday, citing an undisclosed incident at the team facility. Across the league, the Giants cut running back Najee Harris days after he started 2 yards on the ground in Sunday's loss, while the Steelers brought back veteran Valdes-Scantling amid receiver injury woes. The Dolphins released kicker Riley Patterson following Week 5 kickoff issues, and the Rams signed free agent kicker Brandon McManus, their third kicker in three weeks.
Injuries Mount Across the League
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season after doctors discovered blood clots in his lungs, and the NFL will not punish Philadelphia for how it handled the process. Commanders receiver Terry McLaurin was carted off with a left knee injury and Washington fears a significant tear, and coach Dan Quinn has since confirmed a season-ending knee injury. The Rams lost wideout Davante Adams to a ruptured hamstring that will sideline him six to 10 weeks, and 49ers receiver Mike Evans exited Monday's win with Achilles soreness. Packers running back Josh Jacobs is set to return to practice Wednesday and could play Sunday, while Texans receiver Tank Dell returns Sunday from a major 2024 knee injury.
Coaching and Front Office Changes
The Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard on Monday, prompting questions about whether a broader overhaul is coming. In Dallas, Cowboys ownership has backed coordinator Brian Schottenheimer despite a 2-4 start, according to Stephen Jones.
Week 6 Results and Standings
The 49ers held off a furious second-half Commanders rally to improve to 6-0. The Rams, currently 2-4, have fallen well short of their preseason expectations. Bills quarterback Josh Allen delivered an acrobatic touchdown to Keon Coleman that stunned road fans, and Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson was suspended one game for spitting at Raiders players. The Panthers' road win drew playful jabs at Philadelphia, and Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels addressed a fourth-down throwaway with coach Dan Quinn.
Week 7 Preview
The NFL will boost security for the Steelers-Saints game in Paris following recent riots. Analysts are weighing the options for the Giants' quarterback spot between Jameis Winston and J.J. McCarthy, and the latest power rankings place all 32 teams heading into the week.
Coming Up
U2 will headline the first Thanksgiving Eve halftime show. Jacobs could play for the Packers on Sunday, and Tank Dell takes the field for Houston that same day.