The Browns fell to 1-5 after a 23-9 loss to the Steelers, with Myles Garrett offering a single-word answer when asked if it gets harder to keep pushing. Garrett’s stat line reflected the night—zero sacks or QB hits against Pittsburgh’s line—and his recent trade-demand and record-setting extension keep him in the spotlight beyond Sundays. Cleveland now shifts toward a key home date with the Miami Dolphins and continues to weigh Shedeur Sanders’ potential backup role, while Dillon Gabriel and the coaching staff confront a stalled offense. Off-field chatter, including a blistering take from Tony Rizzo, adds extra texture to a season already swirling with questions about leadership, motivation, and the path back to relevance. The weekend slate also touched on Browns-Jaguars trade talk and Newsome’s input as Cleveland looks to steady a faltering campaign and salvage fantasy value for several players.

Puka Nacua’s ankle injury creates London-week jeopardy for the Rams, who must balance a swift return with a game plan against Jacksonville. McVay lauded the Baltimore win but stressed cleaner offense and communication as the team shifts to Week 9 in London.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba flashed big-week upside in Seattle with 8 grabs, 162 yards and a TD, while Greg Newsome continues to learn the defense after a midseason addition. San Francisco’s season hit by injury with Fred Warner out for the year and Nick Bosa sidelined, and Jauan Jennings dealing with rib and ankle issues.

Marvin Harrison Jr left the Cardinals game concussed as Kyler Murray sat, and Lucas Havrisik paraded a flawless Packers debut. These notes tighten Week 9 fantasy pivots and streaming considerations across the league.

Jacksonville's trade deadline push stays aggressive, with insiders saying the Jaguars might not be done adding defensive help and potentially upgrading the defensive line for more pressure this season. The Newsome trade, plus veteran restructures, gives the club more flexibility as they hold 13 picks in the 2026 draft, signaling a front-heavy, win-now approach.

The moves aim to stabilize pass rush and run defense while preserving draft capital, which could lift defensive value and create favorable fantasy angles for Jacksonville players going forward.