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Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. has surfaced prominently in trade discussions ahead of the November 10 trade deadline. Potential suitors are actively evaluating blockbuster trade packages for the former No. 4 overall pick as scouts and analysts explore moves that could relocate the dynamic playmaker and revitalize his career outside of Arizona.
Kansas City Chiefs punter Matt Araiza has won AFC Special Teams Player of the Week following a standout Week 4 performance in a 30-27 win over the Raiders. Araiza landed all five of his punts inside the 20-yard line, including one at the one, while averaging 47.6 to 52.3 yards per punt on the season. He also successfully converted a fake punt with a 12-yard run, anchoring the Chiefs' 4-0 start as an elite and underrated difference-maker.
Minnesota Vikings kicker Will Reichard has been named NFC special teams player of the week after scoring all 15 points in a 15-10 victory over the Miami Dolphins. Reichard connected on field goals of 50, 47, 41, 33, and 29 yards. Extending his streak to 31 consecutive field goals, Reichard's award makes the Vikings the fifth team in NFL history to win three straight Special Teams Player of the Week honors.
New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks has been named NFC defensive player of the week after sealing a victory over the Arizona Cardinals with a dramatic 98-yard pick-six as time expired. Banks finished the contest with four total tackles, four passes defended, and the game-clinching interception return, becoming the first Giants cornerback to win the award since 2019.
New York Jets edge defender Braiden McGregor is out for the season after tearing a pectoral muscle during the team's Week 4 loss to the Chicago Bears. McGregor had been earning playing time on both passing downs and early run-stopping situations. To fill his roster spot, the Jets signed Nate Lynn from the practice squad to the active roster ahead of Week 5.
The New York Giants are signing quarterback Jake Haener back to their active 53-man roster from the practice squad, filling the spot opened by wide receiver Braxton Berrios. Haener previously spent time as the Saints' starting quarterback in 2024. He now becomes the Giants' primary backup while J.J. McCarthy gets up to speed, providing flexibility for the team to designate an emergency third quarterback.
The New York Jets have signed fan-favorite pass rusher Nate Lynn to the 53-man roster off the practice squad. Lynn steps in to fill the void left by Braiden McGregor, who landed on injured reserve with a torn pectoral muscle. After impressing with three sacks in the final two exhibition games during the summer, Lynn is expected to provide an immediate spark and earn snaps in Week 5 against the Cleveland Browns.
The Indianapolis Colts are facing a severe crisis at wide receiver due to the prolonged absence of Alec Pierce, who is dealing with a heel injury. Pierce was tabbed to take over as the number one receiver and provide a vital deep threat that opens up the rest of the field. Without his ability to occupy deep defenders, quarterback Daniel Jones and the entire passing attack have struggled significantly.
Baltimore Ravens rookie offensive lineman Vega Ioane delivered a strong performance in his first career start at center, playing all 64 snaps and allowing zero pressures against a defensive front featuring Jeffery Simmons. Ioane displayed excellent close-quarter technique, punch timing, and core strength, providing much-needed stability to Baltimore's interior offensive line.
The Philadelphia Eagles are signing running back Dameon Pierce to the active roster from the practice squad to bolster an injury-depleted backfield. Pierce joins Will Shipley as healthy running backs on the active roster following injuries to Saquon Barkley, who is expected to miss at least Week 5 with a hamstring issue, and Tank Bigsby, who suffered a core muscle injury requiring surgery. Pierce previously spent three seasons with the Houston Texans.
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Denzel Boston has emerged as the most productive rookie receiver through the first quarter of the season, hauling in 13 receptions for 284 yards and two touchdowns. Playing 92.2 percent of offensive snaps as Cleveland's primary downfield option, Boston boasts an impressive 21.8 yards per reception and a 51.1 percent share of the team's air yards.
Despite a slow statistical start due to defensive pass interference calls and touchdown variance, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens maintains a strong 20 percent target share in an offense leading the NFL in points per drive. With CeeDee Lamb unlikely to command 21 targets every week, fantasy analysts expect positive regression and recommend Pickens as a prime buy-low candidate.
Through four weeks, Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins is averaging just three yards per carry with only one top-24 fantasy finish, which required career-high receiving numbers. Judkins has proven to be a low-upside, touchdown-dependent player on a mediocre offense who does not typically catch passes. Analysts suggest fantasy managers use an upcoming matchup against the New York Jets as an opportunity to sell high.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Tank Bigsby remains on injured reserve as the team confronts a heavily depleted backfield. With Saquon Barkley sidelined by a hamstring injury, the Eagles have had to elevate running back Dameon Pierce from the practice squad to join Will Shipley on the active roster.
The Los Angeles Chargers have signed veteran offensive tackle Daniel Brunskill to their practice squad, reuniting him with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. Brunskill brings extensive starting experience from stints with the San Francisco 49ers, Tennessee Titans, and Miami Dolphins, providing crucial veteran depth for the Chargers' offensive line.
The Indianapolis Colts have signed veteran defensive end Carl Lawson to their practice squad ahead of their Week 5 matchup, releasing tight end Kenny Fletcher in a corresponding move. Lawson brings extensive experience to Indianapolis, having played in 90 games across stints with Cincinnati—where he played under current Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo—alongside time with the New York Jets, Dallas Cowboys, and Baltimore Ravens, accumulating 32 career sacks.
Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio addressed defensive tackle Jalen Carter's workload, admitting it is "possibly" too high as a wrist injury affected his performance in a Week 4 loss to the Rams. Fangio noted that the injury impacted Carter more against Los Angeles than in previous weeks while the defense continues to navigate heavy snap counts and mounting injury challenges.
Deebo Samuel Sr. has re-established himself as a vital weapon for the undefeated San Francisco 49ers, recording 185 receiving yards and three touchdowns, plus 74 rushing yards, through the first four games. Playing a dynamic gadget role and handling kick returns, Samuel has provided crucial explosive plays for head coach Kyle Shanahan's offense while helping anchor a 4-0 start.
Will Anderson Jr. leads the PFF 2026 NFL first-quarter All-Pro defensive selections after earning grades of 90.0-plus as both a run defender and a pass-rusher. His dominant early-season performances through the first four weeks have earned him Defensive Player honors for the Houston Texans.
Las Vegas Raiders fourth-round draft pick Tonka Hemingway played 65 percent of the defensive snaps—the most of any Raiders defensive tackle—in a 30-27 Week 4 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Hemingway recorded three tackles, a quarterback hit, and a knocked-down pass, continuing to make impactful plays as he establishes himself as a key figure on the team's defensive front.
