NFL Football 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 16, 2026, 4:33 AM ET
Injuries & Roster Updates
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams reached another recovery milestone from a hamstring injury, though he remains uncertain for Week 6 and admitted he does not yet know if he will play. Texans starters David Montgomery (groin) and safety Jalen Pitre (shoulder) are both out for the London matchup against the Jaguars. Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been ruled out against the Panthers while being treated for a blood clot in his calf.
Thursday Night Football
The Broncos held off the Seahawks 17-14 in overtime, powered by two rushing touchdowns and a five-sack defensive performance. Will Lutz capped the night with a walk-off field goal to seal the win. Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold took responsibility for his two late interceptions, saying the picks were "not fair" to his team.
Legal & League News
Packers running back Josh Jacobs has filed a civil suit seeking a permanent injunction to block the release of records and video related to an altercation with a woman. The league also mourned the passing of Jon Morris, a former AFL and NFL center who spent 11 of his 15 seasons with the Boston Patriots, who died at age.