ESPN's Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano have been working their sources around the league as Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season arrives. Their reporting covers the biggest storylines heading into the Nov. 10 trade deadline, including quarterbacks with looming contract situations such as Bo Nix, Jalen Hurts and C.J. Stroud.
Graziano points to Hurts as the most intriguing quarterback situation. He is signed through 2028, but the only guaranteed money left after this year is $22 million of his $51.5 million salary in 2027. The Eagles also have young stars such as cornerbacks Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper De Jean due for extensions soon, making a large quarterback salary harder to sustain. Hurts being out for the rest of the season could further shape Philadelphia's decision-making.
Fowler names Nix as his pick. Denver is good enough to keep winning, but Nix shows a limited ceiling and has struggled with confidence this season. The Broncos are struggling to run the ball and create explosive plays off play-action, and Nix has had two playcallers this year. Coach Sean Payton knows the offense has been conservative in close games, but Nix's performance against the 49ers in Week 4 was considered more problematic.
The reporters also address the Colts, who just fired general manager Chris Ballard on Monday, and which NFC East teams in flux are most likely to shake things up. They also share sneaky trade candidates and fantasy football advice ahead of Week 7.
Source: ESPN NFL · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing