Running back TreVeyon Henderson has been absent from the New England Patriots’ recent games after being hospitalized for a series of unexplained neurological symptoms. The 24‑year‑old was placed on the injury report with an illness and is expected to miss the upcoming game against the Green Bay Packers.
The Jacksonville Jaguars opened NFL week nine with a convincing 33-10 victory over the Baltimore Ravens. The win gave the Ravens their fourth straight defeat, highlighting Jacksonville’s strong performance this season.
Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell was taken to a local hospital after sustaining a neck injury while tackling Vikings tight end TJ Hockenson. The Lions said early medical signs are positive and the team won the game 19-15 despite the incident.
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid defended the decision to add veteran kicker Justin Tucker to the team’s practice squad, noting that Tucker has completed his NFL suspension. Tucker, a five‑time All‑Pro and one of the most accurate kickers in league history, becomes available after serving a 10‑game ban, while the Chiefs look to address recent struggles with their current kicker Harrison Butker.
Luther Burden and Caleb Williams led the Chicago Bears to a narrow victory over the New England Patriots, moving the Bears to a 5-2 record in the NFC North and keeping them atop the division. The win was highlighted by strong performances from the two stars.
The Tennessee Titans have cut defensive tackle Jordan Elliott after he retrieved a gun from his car during a practice‑day altercation with teammate JC Latham. Coach Robert Saleh confirmed the release and said he would still recommend Elliott to other teams despite the incident.
The San Francisco 49ers beat the Washington Commanders 23-17, extending their unbeaten streak to six games. The victory keeps the 49ers at a perfect 6-0 record in the NFL season.
The Buffalo Bills edged the Los Angeles Rams 37‑34 in an overtime thriller, sealing the victory with a 45‑yard field goal by kicker Tyler Bass. The win highlights the Bills’ resilience in a tightly contested NFL matchup.
NFL legend Mike Ditka, former Chicago Bears player and head coach who led the team to a Super Bowl XX victory, has died at age 86. The family announced his passing, noting his impact on the Bears and the sport, while former teammates and the organization paid tribute.
Bucky Irving led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a surprise 24-16 victory over the Dallas Cowboys, marking the Buccaneers’ first win of the season. Irving’s two touchdown passes were decisive in the upset at AT&T Stadium.