Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and wide receiver Drake London have no injury desig...

Atlanta Falcons quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199749" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199749">Michael Penix Jr.</a> and wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/173995" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/173995">Drake London</a> have no injury designations and will face the New England Patriots on Sunday.Penix and London missed Atlanta's loss to the Miami Dolphins last week due to respective knee and hip injuries.Their returns will be huge for the Falcons, who have lost two in a row. The Patriots, meanwhile, have won five consecutive games.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Penix has completed 61% of his passes for 1,409 yards and five touchdowns to three interceptions this season.London leads the team with 469 receiving yards. He's also caught 38 passes and scored two touchdowns.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JANUARY 5: Michael Penix Jr. #9 and Drake London #5 of the Atlanta Falcons react following a touchdown during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 5, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Carolina Panthers quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188155" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188155">Bryce Young</a> will play Sunday against the Green Bay Packers after missing last week's game with an ankle injury, the team announced Friday.Young was a full participant at practice this week and had no designation on Friday's injury report. The 2023 No. 1 pick has passed for 1,288 yards and 11 touchdowns against five interceptions while completing 61.6% of his passes through seven starts in 2025.Meanwhile, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/21441" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/21441">Andy Dalton</a> is dealing with a broken thumb and is questionable, meaning <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/74489" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/74489">Mike White</a> - whom the Panthers recently signed to the active roster - could serve as Young's backup.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Dalton struggled against the Buffalo Bills last week, throwing one interception and getting sacked seven times.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 08: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers throws a pass in the first quarter of a game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on December 08, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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Washington Commanders quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199756" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199756">Jayden Daniels</a> will start Sunday's game against the Seattle Seahawks, the team announced Friday.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
5 is back Jayden Daniels will start Sunday vs. the Seahawks <a href="https://t.co/gOIbTKuwtS">pic.twitter.com/gOIbTKuwtS</a>— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) <a href="https://twitter.com/Commanders/status/1984293935288586582?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 31, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Daniels missed last week's loss to the Kansas City Chiefs with a hamstring injury.The Pro Bowler's return is great news for a Commanders team that's lost three in a row and scored only seven points versus the Chiefs with backup quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/55285" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/55285">Marcus Mariota</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Daniels, who also missed two games earlier this season with a knee injury, has completed 61% of his passes for 1,031 yards and eight touchdowns against just one interception. The reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year has also rushed for 211 yards and one TD.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 05: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders throws a pass during the first quarter against the Washington Commanders at SoFi Stadium on October 05, 2025 in Inglewood, California.

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The Miami Dolphins and general manager Chris Grier have mutually agreed to part ways, the team an...

The Miami Dolphins and general manager Chris Grier have mutually agreed to part ways, the team announced.The decision comes after Thursday's 28-6 loss to the Baltimore Ravens dropped the team to 2-7 to start to the season. Grier had been with the Dolphins since 2000, taking over as GM in 2016. Miami only reached the playoffs three times during his tenure as general manager."As I assessed the state of the team and in my discussions with Chris, it became clear to both of us that change could not wait," Dolphins owner Stephen Ross said in a statement. "We must improve - in 2025, 2026, and beyond - and it needs to start right now."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Ross added, "I have always been and remain committed to building a winning team that consistently competes for championships. I am incredibly proud of our leadership as an NFL organization and our continued commitment to the community, but our performance on the field and our team-building process have not been good enough. There are no excuses."The Dolphins aren't expected to make any coaching staff changes at the moment, according to <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1984279171548512355">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>. Head coach Mike McDaniel is on the hot seat given his 10-16 record since 2024.Champ Kelly will serve as Miami's interim general manager with the Nov. 4 trade deadline around the corner. The struggling Dolphins figure to be sellers, with pass-rushers <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161647" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161647">Jaelan Phillips</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/85942" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/85942">Bradley Chubb</a> serving as trade candidates. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161646" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161646">Jaylen Waddle</a> has reportedly also generated interest, but Grier and Co. weren't willing to move the star wide receiver.

MIAMI GARDENS, FL - FEBRUARY 10: General Manager Chris Grier of the Miami Dolphins talks to the media prior to introducing new head coach Mike McDaniel on February 10, 2022 at the Miami Dolphins Baptist Health Training Complex in Miami Gardens, Florida.

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Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter will be placed on injured reserve aft...

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver/cornerback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/209912" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/209912">Travis Hunter</a> will be placed on injured reserve after suffering a knee injury at practice Thursday, head coach Liam Coen announced Friday.Initial testing revealed that Hunter's ACL is intact, and he'll undergo additional testing to determine the extent of the injury, a source told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1984358078528016522">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>. Hunter joined the Jaguars as the second overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft after winning the Heisman Trophy at Colorado as college football's biggest two-way star. Jacksonville traded up from No. 5 to land him.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 22-year-old has played 326 snaps on offense and 162 on defense in the NFL. He's caught a team-high 28 passes for 298 yards and one touchdown and registered 15 tackles and three pass breakups in seven games.Hunter had a relatively slow start to his professional career but recently posted his best performance yet, recording eight receptions, 101 yards, and one touchdown versus the Los Angeles Rams in London on Oct. 19. He also had one pass breakup.Hunter's injury is a big blow to a Jaguars team that's lost two in a row after starting the season 4-1. Coming off a bye, Jacksonville visits the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday.The Jaguars are thin at wide receiver and will presumably increase <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199743" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199743">Brian Thomas Jr.</a>'s targets. Thomas, who was a Pro Bowler as a rookie last year, is averaging 52.1 receiving yards per game in 2025, down from 75.4 in '24. The club also rosters wideouts <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188260" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188260">Parker Washington</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161874" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161874">Dyami Brown</a>, among others.

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 12: Travis Hunter #12 of the Jacksonville Jaguars warms up prior to the game against the Seattle Seahawks at EverBank Field on October 12, 2025 in Jacksonville, Florida.

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Arizona State quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/183831" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/183831">Sam Leavitt</a> will miss the remainder of the 2025 season, head coach Kenny Dillingham told <a href="https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/1984272962514731027">ESPN's Pete Thamel</a>.Leavitt had already been ruled out for Saturday's game against Iowa State with a foot injury, but Dillingham said Friday the passer will need surgery.Leavitt came into 2025 as the Big 12's preseason Offensive Player of the Year after leading Arizona State to a conference title and a College Football Playoff appearance last season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The sophomore passer completed 60.7% of his passes for 1,628 yards and 10 touchdowns against three interceptions in 2025. He also ran for 306 yards and five TDs.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/148615" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/148615">Jeff Sims</a> is expected to replace Leavitt.The Sun Devils started the campaign 4-1 but have since lost two of their past three games, including a 24-16 defeat to Houston last week when Leavitt aggravated his injury.Arizona State is also missing other key starters in recent weeks due to injury, including star wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/171566" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/171566">Jordyn Tyson</a> (hamstring).

TEMPE, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 25: Sam Leavitt #10 of the Arizona State Sun Devils is looked at by team trainers and head coach Kenny Dillingham during the first quarter of the NCAAF game against the Houston Cougars at Mountain America Stadium on October 25, 2025 in Tempe, Arizona.

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/58916" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/58916">Carson Wentz</a> will undergo season-ending surgery on his left shoulder, sources told <a href="https://x.com/MikeGarafolo/status/1982913805459063240">NFL Network's Mike Garafolo</a>.Wentz's left shoulder was in a brace during Thursday's loss to the Los Angeles Chargers as he played through the injury. However, a surgical procedure was reportedly deemed necessary after the game. The veteran passer, who was sacked five times and took eight hits, was in visible pain during the matchup.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<a href="https://twitter.com/ABC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@abc</a> <a href="https://t.co/nP4BrjCaIF">pic.twitter.com/nP4BrjCaIF</a>— Ari M (@AriMeirov) <a href="https://twitter.com/AriMeirov/status/1982917146104492449?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 27, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Wentz originally sustained the injury in the first half of an Oct. 5 game against the Cleveland Browns. He suffered a dislocation that tore his labrum and fractured the socket, according to <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1982924318402322464">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>He completed 65.1% of his passes for 1,216 yards and six touchdowns against five interceptions in 2025. The Vikings signed him in August to serve as <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199765" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199765">J.J. McCarthy</a>'s backup.Wentz, 32, started five contests while replacing an injured McCarthy, who sustained an ankle sprain Sept. 14. McCarthy, however, is on track to return Sunday against the Detroit Lions.Undrafted rookie <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/210236" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/210236">Max Brosmer</a> is the only other QB on Minnesota's roster. He made the team's initial 53-man squad after having a successful preseason.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 23: Carson Wentz #11 of the Minnesota Vikings in action against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium on October 23, 2025 in Inglewood, California.

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Los Angeles Rams wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188318" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188318">Puka Nacua</a> is expected to play Sunday against the New Orleans Saints, head coach Sean McVay announced Monday, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/46747163/rams-expect-wr-puka-nacua-ankle-play-sunday-vs-saints">ESPN's Sarah Barshop</a>.Nacua sustained an ankle injury Oct. 12 and missed Los Angeles' contest against the Jacksonville Jaguars in London the following week. With the Rams coming off a bye, the 24-year-old is expected to return to practice Wednesday.Nacua is the Rams' No. 1 weapon. He still tops the NFL with 65 targets and leads all L.A. receivers in yards (616) and catches (54). The third-year wideout has also scored three scrimmage touchdowns.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Nacua forms an elite duo with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/57482" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/57482">Davante Adams</a>, who's caught six touchdowns in his first year with the Rams. Adams stepped up with Nacua sidelined, finding the end zone three times against the Jaguars.The 5-2 Rams are one of three NFC West teams with five wins so far this season.

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 12: Puka Nacua #12 of the Los Angeles Rams celebrates after a first down against the Baltimore Ravens in the game at M&T Bank Stadium on October 12, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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LSU fired fourth-year head coach Brian Kelly, the program announced Sunday.  School officials beg...

LSU fired fourth-year head coach Brian Kelly, the program announced Sunday.School officials began discussing the sideline boss' future after the Tigers suffered a 49-25 loss to Texas A&amp;M in Baton Rouge on Saturday night. The defeat dropped Kelly's outfit to 5-3 in 2025.Kelly and LSU are still negotiating the terms of the separation, the school said. His contract buyout is almost $54 million, according to <a href="https://sportsdata.usatoday.com/ncaa/salaries/football/coach">USA Today</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"When Coach Kelly arrived at LSU four years ago, we had high hopes that he would lead us to multiple SEC and national championships during his time in Baton Rouge," athletic director Scott Woodward said in a statement. "Ultimately, the success at the level that LSU demands simply did not materialize, and I made the decision to make a change after last night's game."Kelly and Woodward had a tense meeting Sunday about potential staff changes, sources told <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6752139/2025/10/26/brian-kelly-lsu-scott-woodward/?source=emp_shared_article">Bruce Feldman of The Athletic</a>. Woodward reportedly wanted to fire offensive coordinator Joe Sloan, while Kelly apparently said he wanted to make other personnel changes that Woodward didn't support.The Tigers dismissed Sloan on Monday, sources told <a href="https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/1982803657700598240">Pete Thamel of ESPN</a>.The Tigers have struggled offensively in 2025, ranking 84th in the nation with 25.6 points per game.With a 34-14 record across three-plus seasons, Kelly fell short of the lofty expectations that accompanied him from Notre Dame when he succeeded Ed Orgeron. The Tigers lost at least three games each year under Kelly's watch.LSU entered the 2025 campaign as a top-10 preseason team and gave fans hope after taking down Clemson in the season opener. However, Kelly and Co. once again failed to win their biggest games. Saturday marked LSU's second consecutive loss and its third defeat in its past four outings.Kelly's Tigers went 5-11 against ranked opponents.The Tigers have an upcoming bye before traveling to Tuscaloosa to face Alabama.Running backs coach Frank Wilson will serve as the Tigers' interim head coach for the remainder of the season.Kelly's dismissal adds to what will presumably be one of the most eventful college football coaching cycles in recent memory.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
College football coaching vacancies at Power 4 schools: LSU Florida Penn State UCLA Arkansas Virginia Tech Oklahoma State Stanford Going to be a wild cycle— Field Yates (@FieldYates) <a href="https://twitter.com/FieldYates/status/1982600301292212508?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 27, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>The Tigers won their last national championship in 2019 under Orgeron.

BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 25: Head coach Brian Kelly of the LSU Tigers watches warm-up prior to the game against the Texas A&M Aggies at Tiger Stadium on October 25, 2025 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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New York Giants running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/210219" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/210219">Cam Skattebo</a> suffered a dislocated ankle in the second quarter of Sunday's 38-20 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.The rookie will undergo surgery Sunday night after initially being taken to the hospital for further evaluation, the team said.Skattebo went down after trying to make a catch and getting tackled in the middle of the field. He was carted to the locker room with his right ankle in an air cast.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Skattebo's teammates on the field immediately reacted to his injury and, moments later, showed support for the tailback.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Prayers up for Cam Skattebo 🙏 <a href="https://t.co/rt6jDvF9vK">pic.twitter.com/rt6jDvF9vK</a>— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) <a href="https://twitter.com/NFLonFOX/status/1982508667540033653?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Skattebo caught an 18-yard touchdown during the first quarter.The 23-year-old, whom the Giants drafted in the fourth round in April, had rushed for 398 yards (4.1 per carry) while scoring six total touchdowns entering Sunday.Skattebo's injury is another major blow to the Giants, who also lost star receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199759" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199759">Malik Nabers</a> to a torn ACL in September.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 26: Cam Skattebo #44 of the New York Giants is carted off the field during the second quarter in the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on October 26, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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The August trade that moved Micah Parsons from the Cowboys to the Packers sent shockwaves through...

The August trade that moved Micah Parsons from the Cowboys to the Packers sent shockwaves through the NFL and started a new era for both teams. Here's how Dallas and Green Bay are doing seven weeks into the 2025 season.<h3>Parsons and Packers: The perfect marriage</h3>Parsons' impact in Green Bay has been what everyone could've expected from a lifetime player landing in a creative scheme filled with quality starters. After a three-sack outing Sunday, Parsons has 5.5 sacks in six games. The 26-year-old ranks third in the NFL in pressures despite battling a back injury that limited his workload early on. He's also collected 16 tackles (five for loss) and 13 quarterback hits.Parsons makes his teammates' lives a lot easier by attracting double-teams or possibly forcing holding penalties (some of which referees should be <a href="https://x.com/cheeseheadtv/status/1978178452063769009">calling more often</a>). Those are the only ways you can contain the four-time Pro Bowler, who ranks second in pass-rush win rate, according to PFF. Entering Week 7, Parsons faced double-teams at the <a href="https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-chip-and-double-team-rates-ranking-the-defensive-linemen-who-overcome-extra-attention">second-highest rate</a> among edge rushers, and no other player at his position drew more triple-teams.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806570/Sacks_pressures.jpg?ts=1761062986" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806570/Sacks_pressures.jpg?ts=1761062986 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806570/Sacks_pressures.jpg?ts=1761062986 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806570/Sacks_pressures.jpg?ts=1761062986 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806570/Sacks_pressures.jpg?ts=1761062986 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806570/Sacks_pressures.jpg?ts=1761062986 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> </figcaption></figure>Packers' defense looks dangerousBeyond highlights and standout stats, Parsons has provided Green Bay with an inspiring combination of talent and energy that could make him the missing piece in the playoffs. The Packers have just one postseason win in the past two years. A healthy Parsons should help the franchise get over the hump.With Parsons in town, Green Bay is 4-1-1, good for first in the NFC. Defensively, it ranks third in yards/play, second in pressures, and sixth in sacks per game. However, the Packers are just average in EPA/play allowed after placing fourth in the category in 2024. But there's no doubt that Parsons makes them more dangerous. Against the run, the club is allowing only 3.5 yards per carry and 76.5 rushing yards per contest.<figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/803461/cropped_GettyImages-2237975031.jpg?ts=1759150013" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/803461/w220xh124_GettyImages-2237975031.jpg?ts=1759150013 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/803461/w320xh180_GettyImages-2237975031.jpg?ts=1759150013 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/803461/w640xh360_GettyImages-2237975031.jpg?ts=1759150013 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/803461/w768xh432_GettyImages-2237975031.jpg?ts=1759150013 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/803461/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2237975031.jpg?ts=1759150013 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> Cooper Neill / Getty Images Sport / Getty</figcaption></figure>Even when Parsons doesn't play at his best - like in his revenge game versus the Cowboys on Sept. 28 - he's opened up lanes for teammates. Rashan Gary has never posted double-digit sacks in a season, but he's on pace to finish 2025 with 15. Lineman Devonte Wyatt is also on track to have his most productive campaign despite missing two outings with a knee issue. The same goes for 2023 first-round pick Lukas Van Ness, who looked good before injuring his foot two weeks ago.That's a major difference from last year, when Gary led the team with 7.5 sacks and no other Packer had more than five.<h3>How's Dallas holding up?</h3>It's been a rough season for Dallas' defensive unit. Star corner Trevon Diggs recently admitted the Cowboys "have no identity" defensively, per <a href="https://x.com/calvinwatkins/status/1977481562078822622">Calvin Watkins of the Dallas Morning News</a>. The team has yet to allow fewer than 20 points in a game this campaign. It gave up 22 twice, and that was against the winless New York Jets and Washington Commanders, who lost starting quarterback Jayden Daniels midway through the matchup.On paper, the Cowboys' defense still has enough talent to be decent. However, injuries, the lack of star power, and a flawed system coordinated by Matt Eberflus have become issues reflected in their record. Jerry Jones' club has Dak Prescott playing at an MVP level, yet it's only 3-3-1.<figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806560/cropped_Screenshot_2025-10-21_at_11.14.18_AM.jpg?ts=1761059769" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806560/w220xh124_Screenshot_2025-10-21_at_11.14.18_AM.jpg?ts=1761059769 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806560/w320xh180_Screenshot_2025-10-21_at_11.14.18_AM.jpg?ts=1761059769 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806560/w640xh360_Screenshot_2025-10-21_at_11.14.18_AM.jpg?ts=1761059769 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806560/w768xh432_Screenshot_2025-10-21_at_11.14.18_AM.jpg?ts=1761059769 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806560/w1080xh607_Screenshot_2025-10-21_at_11.14.18_AM.jpg?ts=1761059769 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> rbsdm.com/stats</figcaption></figure>The 2025 Cowboys rank 31st in yards/play and 30th in points allowed while recording the eighth-most missed tackles, according to Football Reference. They're also 30th with 0.15 EPA/play allowed, a dramatic drop from their NFL-best 0.07 EPA/play allowed from 2021-24 with Parsons on the field, per TruMedia.The Parsons trade was the second significant blow to Dallas' defense in as many years. An excellent unit not long ago, the Cowboys lost coordinator Dan Quinn to a head coaching position with the Washington Commanders. Not even Parsons could save the 2024 Cowboys, who were devastated by injuries and allowed the second-most points in the league. They ranked in the top three for sacks, though. This year, they're 17th.Can they at least stop the run?Jones didn't want to give Parsons the same four-year, $186-million extension he signed with the Packers. Instead, Jones tried to explain the shocking Parsons trade by suggesting that Dallas needed to "stop the run." So, have the Cowboys at least been able to do that after moving on from their perennial Defensive Player of the Year candidate? The answer is no.Numbers show that Dallas may actually be just as bad against the rush.<figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<th>2024</th>
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<td>Yards/Game</td>
<td>137.1</td>
<td>141.3</td>
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<td>4.8</td>
<td>4.7</td>
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</table></div></figure>The Cowboys' run defense was solid for at least two seasons in the Parsons era, ranking third in defensive rushing EPA between 2022 and 2023. Dallas places 28th in that metric this year, up from 31st in '24.How about Kenny ClarkClark will forever be linked to Parsons after Green Bay sent its longtime defensive lineman and two future first-round picks to Dallas as part of the trade. A quality starter and standout run defender for most of his career, Clark has also been good as a Cowboy. He had one of his worst NFL performances against the Carolina Panthers two weeks ago (like most Cowboys defenders), but the 30-year-old has collected 15 tackles (two for loss), four QB hits, and 1.5 sacks.Here's how Parsons and Clark compare to their new teammates this year in five key metrics: Sacks, average time to sack, pressures, tackles for loss on run plays, and havoc plays (combination of sacks, tackles for loss, forced fumbles, interceptions, and pass breakups).<figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806568/Screenshot_2025-10-21_at_11.53.20_AM.jpg?ts=1761062128" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806568/Screenshot_2025-10-21_at_11.53.20_AM.jpg?ts=1761062128 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806568/Screenshot_2025-10-21_at_11.53.20_AM.jpg?ts=1761062128 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806568/Screenshot_2025-10-21_at_11.53.20_AM.jpg?ts=1761062128 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806568/Screenshot_2025-10-21_at_11.53.20_AM.jpg?ts=1761062128 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806568/Screenshot_2025-10-21_at_11.53.20_AM.jpg?ts=1761062128 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> </figcaption></figure>Clark is the type of veteran Dallas needed to upgrade its defense after the unit's disappointing 2024 campaign. His experience and leadership stand out. The problem will always be who the Cowboys got rid of to get him.

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Classless… but not surprised…. Didn’t realize you’re still bounty hunting 15+ years later through the media. 😎😂 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LetsRide?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LetsRide</a> 🤣— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) <a href="https://twitter.com/DangeRussWilson/status/1980735749394665615?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 21, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>New York kicked off the 2025 campaign with Wilson under center but turned to Dart following a 0-3 start. Wilson played for Payton's Broncos in 2023, but the team released the signal-caller after going 8-9 that year.The Giants have shown improvements lately, winning two out of four games with Dart at QB. New York drafted him 25th overall in April.Sunday's win moved the Broncos to 5-2, good for the No. 1 spot in the AFC West.

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 9: Russell Wilson #3 of the New York Giants warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium on October 9, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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New York Jets owner Woody Johnson addressed his team's disappointing start to the season, showing faith in first-year head coach Aaron Glenn and blaming subpar quarterback play for their 0-7 record."I see what you see," Johnson said Tuesday before a two-day meeting among NFL owners in New York, according to <a href="https://x.com/MarkMaske/status/1980682925214421192">The Washington Post's Mark Maske</a>. "But I see more hope than you do. ... You can't win with hope. But it helps."Johnson <a href="https://x.com/MarkMaske/status/1980688842526171142">added</a>, "I do believe in Aaron. ... If I were a player, I would respond to him because he's the real deal. He's no BS. ... I hug him every day."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Johnson didn't sound as optimistic about quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161671" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161671">Justin Fields</a>, though."It looks like (Glenn is) turning around parts of it," Johnson <a href="https://x.com/MarkMaske/status/1980684366029217879">said</a>. "It's hard when you have a quarterback with the rating that we've got. He has the ability. ... But if you look at any head coach with a quarterback like that, you're going to see similar results."The owner <a href="https://x.com/MarkMaske/status/1980685420280123865">added</a>, "Defense, special teams are doing better. Defense is pretty good. If we just complete a pass, it would look good. We've got to complete some passes. You've got to convince them that you can do something."Fields signed a two-year contract with the Jets in the offseason but hasn't come close to living up to the hype. The 26-year-old has posted a passer rating of 91.1, and his average of 140.8 passing yards per game ranks 33rd among quarterbacks. Fields, who was benched for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/13236" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/13236">Tyrod Taylor</a> in Sunday's loss to the Carolina Panthers, also places 31st in EPA/play.Though Johnson said it's "up to the coach" to make a quarterback decision, Glenn is moving toward choosing Taylor as his starter for Sunday's game versus the Cincinnati Bengals, sources told <a href="https://x.com/RichCimini/status/1980689199176060928">ESPN's Rich Cimini</a>.The Jets parted ways with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/747" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/747">Aaron Rodgers</a> earlier this year after missing the playoffs for the 14th consecutive season. Rodgers has helped the Pittsburgh Steelers start the campaign 4-2 by passing for 14 touchdowns against five interceptions."I never look back," Johnson <a href="https://x.com/MarkMaske/status/1980690285685534766">said</a> about moving on from Rodgers after his disappointing two-year stint in New York.

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 05: Justin Fields #7 of the New York Jets in action during the NFL 2025 game against the Dallas Cowboys at MetLife Stadium on October 05, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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Lane Kiffin is on Florida's radar as the Gators kick off their search for a new head coach.The Ole Miss sideline boss is the candidate Florida boosters want to hire the most, sources told <a href="https://www.cbssports.com/college-football/news/florida-gators-coaching-search-candidates-lane-kiffin/">John Talty of CBS Sports</a>.Gators athletic director Scott Stricklin <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3372810" href="https://thescore.com/news/3372810">fired</a> fourth-year coach Billy Napier on Sunday but began doing his due diligence on Kiffin earlier this season, sources told Talty, making calls to those around the Ole Miss boss.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Stricklin was reportedly believed to be hesitant to pursue Kiffin, but that's apparently changed this coaching cycle.Kiffin has an annual salary of $9 million with the Rebels. The 50-year-old has posted a 50-19 record since joining Ole Miss for the 2020 campaign, including a 6-1 mark this season.Florida is coming off a narrow win over Mississippi State, and the Gators have won two of their past three contests. Napier posted a 22-23 record with the school.Florida is one of the top vacancies this coaching cycle along with Penn State. Jobs at Florida State and Auburn could also open up with Mike Norvell and Hugh Freeze on the hot seat.

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - JANUARY 02: Head coach Lane Kiffin of the Mississippi Rebels celebrates a touchdown during the second half of the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl against the Duke Blue Devils at EverBank Stadium on January 02, 2025 in Jacksonville, Florida.

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New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn refused to name a starting quarterback for next week's game against the Cincinnati Bengals after benching <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161671" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161671">Justin Fields</a> during Sunday's 13-6 loss to the Carolina Panthers, according to <a href="https://x.com/RichCimini/status/1980006193243341045">ESPN's Rich Cimini</a>.The Jets replaced Fields with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/13236" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/13236">Tyrod Taylor</a> in the second half. Fields completed 6 of 12 pass attempts for 46 yards en route to a 10-3 deficit at halftime. He was checked for a concussion earlier in the matchup but returned to the game."Just looking for a spark. It was my call, and (I) felt it was the right time to do it," Glenn said of the Fields benching postgame, according to <a href="https://x.com/Nick_Faria1720/status/1980006158355116509">Nick Faria of Jets X-Factor</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Fields, who joined the team on a two-year deal this past offseason, has struggled in his first campaign with New York. The 26-year-old has been held under 50 passing yards in three games this season. The Jets entered this week as the NFL's only winless team in 2025.Glenn scoffed earlier this week when asked if he'd consider benching Fields."What kind of question is that?" Glenn responded.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Aaron Glenn refused to bench Justin Fields yesterday and it proved he has zero feel for the game. Gang's All Here Reaction with <a href="https://twitter.com/RyanMSampson?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RyanMSampson</a> &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/FrankieVitz?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FrankieVitz</a>. YouTube ➡️ <a href="https://t.co/tD7tpqAjHG">https://t.co/tD7tpqAjHG</a> <a href="https://t.co/RXJmXwn7ek">pic.twitter.com/RXJmXwn7ek</a>— New York Post Sports (@nypostsports) <a href="https://twitter.com/nypostsports/status/1977753849419944420?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 13, 2025</a>
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EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 19: Justin Fields #7 of the New York Jets runs with the ball during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers in the game at MetLife Stadium on October 19, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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Carolina Panthers quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188155" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188155">Bryce Young</a> sustained an ankle injury during Sunday's 13-6 win over the New York Jets.Young appeared to limp while walking to the locker room late in the third quarter. It's unclear when he was hurt, but the former No. 1 pick was sacked on his last play before exiting the matchup and subsequently ruled out.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Panthers QB Bryce Young, who left game with ankle injury, was sacked on his last play <a href="https://t.co/lfyHWlL1Gv">pic.twitter.com/lfyHWlL1Gv</a>— Kelli Bartik (@KelliBartik) <a href="https://twitter.com/KelliBartik/status/1979992898511774042?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 19, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Young completed 15 of 25 pass attempts for 138 yards and one touchdown before leaving the contest. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/21441" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/21441">Andy Dalton</a> replaced him and helped the Panthers claim their third straight win.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Carolina faces the Buffalo Bills on Oct. 26.

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 19: Bryce Young #9 of the Carolina Panthers reacts during the second half against the New York Jets in the game at MetLife Stadium on October 19, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 21: Ceedee Lamb #88 of the Dallas Cowboys looks on against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on September 21, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.

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FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - SEPTEMBER 28: Chuba Hubbard #30 of the Carolina Panthers looks on during the NFL 2025 game between Carolina Panthers and New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

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🧀 Micah Parsons won’t complain about it…but someone has to! <a href="https://t.co/aorECbdXhq">pic.twitter.com/aorECbdXhq</a>— CheeseheadTV 🧀 (@cheeseheadtv) <a href="https://twitter.com/cheeseheadtv/status/1978178452063769009?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 14, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>The Cincinnati Bengals weren't flagged for offensive holding on any of <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/2945" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/2945">Joe Flacco</a>'s 46 dropbacks against the Packers in Week 6."That's definitely going to be a conversation pregame," Green Bay head coach Matt LaFleur said of officials failing to call such penalties, according to <a href="https://x.com/ByRyanWood/status/1978856190294536359">USA Today's Ryan Wood</a>.On Sunday, the Packers will visit the Arizona Cardinals, who have been called for offensive holding 10 times this season, the <a href="https://www.nflpenalties.com/penalty/offensive-holding?view=team&amp;year=2025">sixth-highest mark</a> in the NFL.

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 28: Tyler Guyton #60 of the Dallas Cowboys works against Micah Parsons #1 of the Green Bay Packers during a game at AT&T Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Arlington, Texas.

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 12: Alvin Kamara #41 of the New Orleans Saints runs with the ball against the New England Patriots during the NFL 2025 game at Caesars Superdome on October 12, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.""

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