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- 1Jayden Daniels expected back Sunday against Giants▼Jayden Daniels expected back Sunday for Commanders' clash with Giants https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7663695/2026/10/0
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels is expected to return Sunday when Washington faces the New York Giants. His return comes as Marcus Mariota deals with a knee issue, leaving the Commanders likely to regain their starting quarterback after he missed time with an elbow problem. The news is drawing attention from NFL fans ahead of the NFC East divisional matchup.
- 2Short-handed Giants move into first place in NFC East●Undermanned Giants land in first place by playing with the spirit of '86 https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7661399/2026/1
The New York Giants, playing without several regular starters, have climbed into first place in the NFC East, drawing comparisons to the franchise's storied 1986 championship team. Coverage highlights the team's resilience and the contributions of players like Deonte Banks as New York take the division lead following their win over the Cardinals.
- 3Giants vs. Commanders Week 5 odds released●Giants vs. Commanders odds: Opening lines for Week 5 matchup
Bookmakers have posted opening betting lines for the Week 5 NFL matchup between the New York Giants and the Washington Commanders. Early odds give bettors a first look at the point spread, moneyline and total ahead of the divisional NFC East game, with lines expected to shift as the week progresses and injury reports come in.
- 4NFL Week 4: Rams' Super Bowl odds and Cowboys' NFC East chances questioned●Week 4 overreactions: Should Rams still be Super Bowl favorites? Cowboys to win NFC East?
After Week 4 of the NFL season, analysts are debating whether the Los Angeles Rams should still be considered Super Bowl favorites, and whether the Dallas Cowboys can win the NFC East. Early-season results have prompted talk that the rankings and expectations set before the season may need revising, with fans and pundits split on whether these judgments are warranted or premature overreactions.
- 5Steelers reportedly trade Joey Porter Jr. to the Cowboys●Steelers send Joey Porter Jr. to Cowboys in Contract Dispute Resolution 📰 Original title: Steelers trade Joey Porter Jr.
Joey Porter Jr. has reportedly been traded by the Pittsburgh Steelers to the Dallas Cowboys as part of a resolution to a contract dispute. The move would send the young cornerback to a division rival of the NFC East. Details of the reported deal, including compensation and confirmation from either club, are not yet available.
- 6Raiders, Broncos climb in Week 4 NFL Power Rankings●Week 4 NFL Power Rankings: Raiders, Broncos on the rise as Seahawks, Rams, Patriots tumble https://www.nytimes.com/athle
The Athletic's Week 4 NFL Power Rankings show the Las Vegas Raiders and Denver Broncos moving up, while the Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams and New England Patriots have slid down the table. The rankings reflect early-season results after the latest round of games, with AFC West teams trending in the opposite direction of several NFC West and AFC East sides as analysts reassess contenders.