Jaguars Make Three Defensive Additions at the Trade Deadline
The Jacksonville Jaguars made a major push ahead of the trade deadline, adding defensive tackle Jordan Davis, defensive tackle Davon Godchaux and safety Jessie Bates. The moves were highlighted in NFL.com’s review of the deadline trades; ESPN also described Jacksonville’s acquisition of Davis from the Philadelphia Eagles as a blockbuster deal. The supplied reports do not detail the compensation for the transactions.
Getting the new additions ready quickly could be a challenge. Jaguars coach Liam Coen said there is “definitely a curve” to preparing Bates for this week, according to ProFootballTalk.
Vikings Consider Their Options After Wentz’s Struggles
The Minnesota Vikings have a quarterback decision to confront after losing 23-6 to the Buffalo Bills on Monday night. Carson Wentz struggled in the defeat, and coach Kevin O’Connell did not rule out a deadline-day quarterback trade. O’Connell said the team had discussed “a lot of different positions” and deferred questions about a potential quarterback move to general manager Nolan Teasley, according to ESPN.
Wentz called the loss “pretty terrible,” while receiver Justin Jefferson said the offense “didn’t get it done” and needed to figure things out. Buffalo’s defense led the way in the 23-6 result, leaving Minnesota’s quarterback situation among the most pressing questions as the deadline approached. The game’s final score and key takeaways are summarized by NFL.com.
Stevenson Expected to Miss Multiple Weeks
New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson is expected to miss multiple weeks because of a knee issue, according to ProFootballTalk. The report did not provide a more specific timetable, but the absence is a significant setback for New England’s backfield.
Minshew Seeks Opinions on Potential Season-Ending Surgery
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Gardner Minshew is seeking additional medical opinions after suffering a torn UCL, according to reporting attributed to ESPN’s Josh Weinfuss. The report said Minshew is likely to need season-ending surgery, though that outcome had not been confirmed as final. It also said he sustained the injury before halftime and played the second half.
Nacua Could Be Headed to Injured Reserve
Los Angeles Rams receiver Puka Nacua is likely to go on injured reserve with a PCL/MCL sprain and turf toe, coach Sean McVay said, according to the supplied report. The update did not specify a recovery timeline.
Seahawks See Possible Path for Darnold’s Return
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold could return after the team’s bye week, according to ProFootballTalk. The report frames a post-bye return as a possibility, not a confirmed timetable.
Harbaugh Says Giants Prioritized the Present at the Deadline
New York Giants coach John Harbaugh described the team’s trade-deadline approach as one that favors immediate needs. “The now weighs more important than the future,” he said, according to NFL.com. The comments signal the club’s stated priorities, though the supplied report does not identify specific moves tied to that approach.