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NFL news and original analysis, from game results and quarterback play to team decisions. Explore our latest stories and 2026 TV schedules.

Who Is Gayle Benson? How the Saints Owner Got Her Money and Power

The New Orleans native inherited the Saints and Pelicans after a bitter family fight. Her background, fortune and ownership record explain who is behind the warning.

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Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson join a Nightcap panel discussion about Sean Payton and Bo Nix.

Sean Payton does NOT TRUST Bo Nix

Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson saw a lack of trust in Denver’s passing game, even as the Broncos beat Seattle in overtime.

Mike Tomlin speaks between Jason and Travis Kelce during the New Heights interview.

Mike Tomlin on the Cowboys’ Players-Only Meeting: “I Think You’re Dead”

Asked about a reported Cowboys defensive meeting on New Heights, Tomlin said he respects player leadership but dislikes players-only meetings becoming public.

Wil Lutz kicks the winning 53-yard field goal against Seattle in overtime on October 15, 2026.

Lutz’s 53-yard field goal gives Broncos 17–14 overtime win over Seahawks

Ja’Quan McMillian’s interception set up the winning kick after Seattle erased an 11-point fourth-quarter deficit at Mile High.

Troy Aikman wearing a headset at Soldier Field before the Eagles–Bears game on September 28, 2026.

ESPN Is Choosing Joe Buck Over Troy Aikman

Troy Aikman says he’ll be a free agent after this season. Joe Buck has a reported new ESPN deal, leaving the network’s celebrated partnership on unequal footing.

NFL TV Ratings

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Oct 8, 2026 – Oct 11, 2026 · Average viewers

Broadcast	Audience
FOX NFL national window (49ers–Seahawks featured)FOX · 2026-10-11	26.697M
FOX NFL — Sunday early gamesFOX · 2026-10-11	17.408M
Ravens–Falcons, NBC telecastNBC · 2026-10-11	17.022M
Buccaneers–CowboysPrime Video + local TV · 2026-10-08	16.730M

M = million; K = thousand viewers. Network windows may cover multiple games; distribution and dates are shown with each report.

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Davante Adams arrives in Denver before the Rams–Broncos game on September 27, 2026.

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Davante Adams’ next touchdown will move him past Larry Fitzgerald

Woody Marks carries the ball for Houston against Tennessee on October 11, 2026.

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Texans rule out Montgomery and Pitre for London game

Mike Evans catches a two-point conversion as Seattle’s Josh Jobe tackles him in the end zone.

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Mike Evans plays through two broken ribs as 49ers reach 5-0

Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon, number 25, beside Barryn Sorrell during a game at Minnesota.

NFLOct 15, 2026

Packers’ Keisean Nixon returns to practice after resting groin injury

Jalen Hurts stands on the field during Philadelphia’s game against Jacksonville in London.

NFLOct 15, 2026

Eagles Played Jalen Hurts Despite Knowing He Had a Blood Clot

Sean McVay in a blue Rams hoodie speaks at a postgame press conference.

NFLOct 14, 2026

Sean McVay Is a Brat, and His Excuses Are Getting Old

Two photographs: Joe Brady on the Rams-game sideline, left, and James Cook carrying the ball, right.

NFLOct 14, 2026

Brady threatens to cut Cook’s carries

EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville. 2026.

NFLOct 14, 2026

Jaguars place Anton Harrison on injured reserve

MIKE DITKA (1939-2026)

Mike Ditka watches a game from the Chicago Bears sideline beside players and coaching staff.

“You can’t tell the story of football without Mike Ditka” BERMAN

Ricky Williams photographed in February 2020.

“I don’t think in the end he regretted going to New Orleans” BERMAN

Mike Ditka speaks at a lectern during an IGC Show in Chicago.

Mike Ditka’s One Regret About Walter Payton

An archival photograph of Mike Ditka catching a pass for the University of Pittsburgh in 1960.

“It became an offensive weapon” BERMAN

Jim Nantz, Mike Ditka and Randy Cross seated at an outdoor CBS NFL Today desk in New York in 2001.

“One of the kindest people behind the scenes” BERMAN

Mike Ditka being carried on Chicago Bears players’ shoulders.

Bears legend and Hall of Famer Mike Ditka dies at 86

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Will Anderson Jr. raises his right index finger while celebrating a sack against Tennessee in a white Houston Texans jersey on October 11, 2026.

Will Anderson Jr.’s three sacks help Texans beat Titans 26-3 for first win

Houston held Tennessee scoreless after its opening drive as C.J. Stroud supplied a passing touchdown and a rushing score.

Kyler Murray throws a pass in a white Minnesota Vikings jersey and purple pants against New Orleans at Caesars Superdome on October 11, 2026.

Vikings improve to 5-0 with 23-13 win over Saints

Aaron Jones rushed for 113 yards and the go-ahead touchdown as Minnesota held New Orleans to 142 total yards.

Jayden Daniels looks to pass in a Washington Commanders uniform against the New York Giants at Northwest Stadium on October 11, 2026.

Giants and Commanders settle for 27-27 tie after overtime miscues

New York erased a 14-point fourth-quarter deficit, then both teams missed opportunities to win the NFL season’s first tie.

Joe Burrow and Ted Karras celebrate a touchdown in orange Bengals uniforms against Miami on October 11, 2026.

Joe Burrow throws four touchdowns as Bengals beat Dolphins 31-24

Jordan Battle intercepted two passes as Cincinnati ended a two-game losing streak and sent Miami to 0-5.

Jordan Love throwing a pass against Chicago during the January 10, 2026 playoff game. File photograph.

Jordan Love throws for 367 yards as Packers beat Bears 31–7

Christian Watson caught both of Love’s touchdown passes, and Green Bay forced five turnovers in Sunday’s rivalry win at Lambeau Field.

Drake Maye wearing a white warmup shirt and blue shorts while throwing before the October 11, 2026 game against Las Vegas at Gillette Stadium.

Drake Maye accounts for five touchdowns as Patriots rout Raiders 45–17

Maye threw for 374 yards and four touchdowns, then added a rushing score in New England’s Sunday win at Gillette Stadium.

Marvin Harrison Jr. wearing an Arizona Cardinals uniform.

Marvin Harrison Jr. inactive against Lions as Cardinals await trade

Arizona confirms Harrison will not play Sunday. Trade reports continue, but his destination and the final compensation remain unannounced.

Jaguars linebacker Foyesade Oluokun wearing a teal jersey and black helmet.

Cam Little’s 57-yard field goal gives Jaguars 19-17 win over Eagles

Ameer Abdullah’s 53-yard kickoff return left one second for Jacksonville to answer Philadelphia’s late field goal in London.

Za’Darius Smith at Atlanta Falcons practice.

Falcons rule out Za’Darius Smith for Sunday night against Ravens

Saturday’s downgrade follows a concussion and neck injury.

Trevon Diggs on the field in a Seattle Seahawks uniform.

Seahawks sign Trevon Diggs to active roster before 49ers game

Julian Neal moves to injured reserve with a hamstring injury.

Michael Pittman Jr. and Jaquan Brisker at Pittsburgh Steelers practice.

Steelers place Michael Pittman Jr. on injured reserve before Colts game

His foot injury sidelines him for at least four games.

Aaron Donald in a Los Angeles Rams roster portrait.

Aaron Donald cleared for Monday night against Buffalo

Donald, Colby Parkinson and Jaylen Watson carry no game designation; safety Quentin Lake remains questionable.

Featured: Fantasy

Braelon Allen carries the ball against the Cleveland Browns.

Braelon Allen, Week 6: Start the Workload With Breece Hall Out

Allen’s 88.8 percent snap rate over the past two games and 24-carry Week 5 give managers a clear replacement plan for Hall.

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