4 winners and 5 losers of the NFL trade deadline: Vikings land their QB, Chargers stand pat, Bengals blunder, more

Here, we share four winners and five losers from the day's transactions, including the Vikings' move for a quarterback, a Colts weapon getting his trade wish and the league's worst team's curious deadline strategy.

Trading for Kirk Cousins may not have been Vikings' first choice for new QB

Raiders 'never made one call on Cousins' before trading QB

Raiders throwing Fernando Mendoza to the fire at the worst time

Bengals pull plug on Arnold Ebiketie trade for embarrassing reason

Grading the 5 biggest deals from Tuesday's NFL trade deadline

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Trading for Kirk Cousins may not have been Vikings' first choice for new QB

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Justin Herbert shares strong support for Mike McDaniel after Chargers fall to 0-8

The 'Active 300-yard games leader' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 10

Raiders 'never made one call on Kirk Cousins' before trade

Raiders 'never made one call on Kirk Cousins' before trading QB to Vikings

Las Vegas Raiders general manager John Spytek wasn't working the phones before trading quarterback Kirk Cousins.

Trading for Kirk Cousins may not have been Vikings' first choice for new QB

Raiders throwing Fernando Mendoza to the fire at the worst time following Kirk Cousins trade

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The 'Most starts by an NFL QB' quiz

Pat Murphy News / Yardbarker / November 10

Pat Murphy wins NL Manager of the Year award ... from a hospital bed

Pat Murphy wins historic third straight NL Manager of the Year award ... from a hospital bed

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy has made history by winning an unprecedented third consecutive NL Manager of the Year award.

Murphy speaks out after being named NL Manager of the Year

Will Venable wins AL Manager of the Year after ChiSox's historic turnaround

One fired MLB manager bizarrely gets a Manager of the Year vote

Consistency pays off for Tigers' Kevin McGonigle with Rookie of the Year honor

Reds' Sal Stewart proud of being available every game, winning NL ROY

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 10

Paul George was real winner of Jayson Tatum vs. Jaylen Brown

In the battle of Jayson Tatum vs. Jaylen Brown, Paul George was the real winner

While the basketball world continues to litigate the Brown trade and all of its aftermath, don't forget about George. Clearly, he's still liable to punish anybody who does.

Watch: Brown blows off Tatum before first game against each other

Brown explains Tatum brush-off, admits frustration after loss

Joel Embiid suffers another injury during game against Celtics

Franz Wagner pours in 33 as Magic end skid with win over Kings

Rick Carlisle goes berserk after crucial no-call in loss to Mavericks

James Harden becoming an insurmountable problem for Cavaliers

Georgia Bulldogs News / Yardbarker / November 11

Overrated, underrated or properly rated? Evaluating all 12 teams in the second CFP rankings

The College Football Playoff Selection Committee released its second set of rankings on Tuesday night. Did they do better this time?

Heather Dinich says CFP committee 'autocorrected' Indiana ranking

Ohio State OC says getting Jeremiah Smith involved 'always the focus'

Jimbo Fisher is reportedly pushing hard for one head-coaching job

Michigan sticking with Tommy Carr despite major offensive struggles

Rutgers to retain head coach Greg Schiano amid another losing season

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / November 10

Yankees GM discusses David Bednar, reveals 'biggest need'

Yankees GM Brian Cashman discusses David Bednar situation, reveals 'biggest need'

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman didn't try to hide his cards about his team's biggest offseason need on Tuesday in Las Vegas.

Mets swinging for the fences before lockout with Tarik Skubal meeting

Will Braves live to regret their trade stance on Ronald Acuna Jr.?

New Astros GM talks manager search, possible lockout strategies

Blue Jays reportedly interested in slugger Brandon Lowe in free agency

Top five most likely trade candidates during the MLB offseason

NHL News / Yardbarker / November 10

Jets fans boo 'coward' Connor Hellebuyck in return to Winnipeg

Jets fans mercilessly boo 'coward' Connor Hellebuyck in return to Winnipeg

The relationship between Winnipeg fans and Hellebuyck is only growing more frigid. Don't expect it to improve anytime soon.

Hellebuyck on Jets exit: 'Things that happened to my family crossed the line'

Matvei Michkov reportedly wants trade from Flyers for two reasons

Juuse Saros, Predators blank Kings as winning streak hits 5

Sam Bennett scores twice, Panthers turn back Blue Jackets

Wild spoil Carey Price's party, beat Canadiens in OT

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 10

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Josh Downs takes a shot at Colts in social media post after being traded

Chiefs finally land much-needed weapon for Patrick Mahomes

Why did the 49ers value Keenan Allen during trade deadline?

Bills upgrading secondary with trade for safety Amani Hooker

Jordan Davis 'absolutely glad' to be helping the Eagles via Jaguars trade

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / November 11

4 takeaways from action-packed night of college basketball

4 takeaways from action-packed Tuesday night of college basketball

The first big night of college basketball featured impressive individual performances and a top-three upset. Here are the four biggest takeaways.

Tre White drops 30 points as No. 15 Kansas crushes No. 24 Kentucky

Brandon Rechsteiner scores 26 again as Kansas State downs Creighton

No. 23 BYU uses balanced attack to down Queens, remain unbeaten

No. 16 Texas Tech never trails in knocking off No. 3 Illinois

NCAA should embrace Tennessee's blueprint for the future

Los Angeles Rams News / Yardbarker / November 10

'Kicking myself': Sean McVay laments play call that resulted in Puka Nacua injuries

McVay reflected on the play call that resulted in Nacua suffering an injury.

Dolphins reportedly placing starting QB Malik Willis on IR with groin injury

Rhamondre Stevenson knee injury will test Patriots' RB depth further

Jesse Minter won't confirm reports about potential Lamar Jackson return

Baker Mayfield, Luke Goedeke share strong accusations after loss

Jayden Daniels addresses relationship with OC David Blough amid poor season

Jets reportedly still 'want to give Aaron Glenn every opportunity to' succeed

Entertainment

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'PTI' host Michael Wilbon stepping back indefinitely because of health issues

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22 of the most anticipated movie releases in 2025

Golden State Warriors News / Yardbarker / November 10

Jimmy Butler is literally a coach on the floor for red-hot Warriors

How have the Golden State Warriors won eight straight games after an 0-3 start? It helps to have a six-time All-Star coaching from the bench.

Warriors crush Pelicans, make NBA history with 8th win after 0-3 start

Warriors could listen on Draymond Green, but a trade is another matter

Jordan Poole has surprising take on a potential reunion with Warriors

Klay Thompson's latest feat highlights Stephen Curry’s ridiculous NBA record

Nique Clifford trade is another Sacramento Kings disaster

Domantas Sabonis is getting linked to one new team in trade rumors

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / November 10

Kyle Busch posthumously wins Most Popular Driver award

Kyle Busch posthumously wins NASCAR's Most Popular Driver award

It's only fitting that Busch, like Dale Earnhardt in 2001, posthumously received the award.

Samantha Busch has beautiful speech as she accepts Kyle's award

James Cook News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 30-rush game by NFL team' quiz

How many of the most recent running backs to reach the 30-carry threshold in a single game for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The '100-yard, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

The 'Rushing-TD champions since 1990' quiz

The 'NFL rushing champions' quiz

Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / November 10

Will Venable wins AL Manager of the Year after White Sox's historic turnaround

The Chicago White Sox were a pleasant surprise in 2026.

1 fired MLB manager bizarrely gets a Manager of the Year vote

The '2026 RBI leaders by MLB team' quiz

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The '150-Rec.-Yard NFL teammates' quiz

The 'Most NFL QB rushing-TDs' quiz

The 'Most CFP Top-25 appearances' quiz

The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 10

Matvei Michkov reportedly wants trade from Flyers for two reasons

Philadelphia Flyers forward Matvei Michkov is reportedly seeking a fresh start.

Keith Tkachuk celebrates his children during emotional Hall of Fame speech

Connor Hellebuyck on decision to leave Jets: 'Some things that happened to my family crossed the line'

The '1973-75 Philadelphia Flyers' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Yardbarker / November 10

Will Braves live to regret their trade stance on Ronald Acuna Jr.?

It appears that one potential MLB offseason trade candidate will not be going anywhere.

New Astros GM Randy Flores talks manager search, possible lockout strategies

Yankees GM Brian Cashman discusses David Bednar situation, reveals 'biggest need'

Blue Jays reportedly interested in slugger Brandon Lowe in free agency

Tarik Skubal to meet with 'aggressive' Mets as ace has free-agency goal

Cardinals could reunite with World Series champion

Jaylen Brown News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The NBA began awarding the NBA Finals MVP in 1969. How many of the winners since then can you name in six minutes?

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 10

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield, Luke Goedeke share strong accusations after loss to Bears

Mayfield and Goedeke were not pleased with some antics they believe the Bears were engaging in.

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield shoulders blame after throwing two interceptions in loss to Bears

'SNF' takeaways: Bears walk off Buccaneers despite career-high four interceptions from QB Caleb Williams

Defiant Caleb Williams vows to 'keep rippin' it' after throwing four interceptions in Bears' win over Buccaneers

The 'Fewest completions in a win by team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 10

Two-minute drill: Patriots-Lions face off in Germany, divisional rematches, Kirk Cousins-Vikings reunion, and more

Week 9 in the NFL saw some of the top teams around the league flex their muscle with statement performances. With the trade deadline in the rearview, he is what to watch as we head into Week 10 and what stood out the most in the past week.

Vikings bring Kirk Cousins back via deal with Raiders ahead of trade deadline

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 10

Tarik Skubal to meet with Mets as ace has free-agency goal

Tarik Skubal to meet with 'aggressive' Mets as ace has free-agency goal

The Mets have a meeting scheduled with the prize of this winter’s free-agent crop, two-time AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal.

1 contender has no plans to pursue Tarik Skubal

Why Jazz Chisholm Jr. fits into the Blue Jays' offseason plans

Cardinals could reunite with World Series champion

Top five most likely trade candidates during the MLB offseason

Day One in Las Vegas: MLB's lockout clock is louder than the hot stove

Fernando Mendoza News / Yardbarker / November 10

Raiders throwing Fernando Mendoza to the fire at the worst time following Kirk Cousins trade

The Las Vegas Raiders are picking an interesting time to turn to rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza.

Vikings bring Kirk Cousins back via deal with Raiders ahead of trade deadline

Trading for Kirk Cousins may not have been Vikings' first choice for new QB

Justin Jefferson raised eyebrows with his quote about Vikings’ QB situation

The 'No.1 NFL Draft picks' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 10

Vikings bring Cousins back via deal with Raiders ahead of trade deadline

Vikings bring Kirk Cousins back via deal with Raiders ahead of trade deadline

Cousins, 38, was originally with the Vikings from 2018 through the 2023 season.

Trading for Kirk Cousins may not have been Vikings' first choice for new QB

Raiders throwing Fernando Mendoza to the fire at the worst time following Kirk Cousins trade

Kevin O’Connell, Justin Jefferson address Vikings' rough QB situation after 'MNF' loss to Bills

'MNF' takeaways: Bills show Vikings who the real contenders are

The '3-passing, 1-rushing TD games' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 10

Chiefs acquire Josh Downs from Colts after Jaguars hold onto Brian Thomas Jr.

By acquiring Downs, a Chiefs team that improved to 6-2 this past Sunday filled a need and picked up a 25-year-old who recorded 33 receptions for 354 yards and a single touchdown over the Colts' first nine games of the season.

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes considered day-to-day after elbow-injury scare in win over Jets

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes avoids major injury after MRI on elbow

Chiefs shake off slow start to handle Jets

The 'Last 100-receiving-yard rookies' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / November 10

Dolphins reportedly placing Malik Willis on IR with groin injury

Dolphins reportedly placing starting QB Malik Willis on IR with groin injury

It turns out that the most noteworthy move the Miami Dolphins made on Tuesday before the NFL trade deadline arrived at 4:00 p.m. ET had nothing to do with the club acquiring talent or future draft assets.

Report: Dolphins DT Zach Sieler (biceps) out for season

Jake Bates hits 4 field goals, Lions hold off Dolphins

The 'Fewest completions in a win by team' quiz

Los Angeles Rams News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '18-sack NFL seasons' quiz

The NFL officially started recording sack totals during the 1982 season, and since then a player has totaled 18 or more sacks in a season on 36 occasions. How many of the 36 can you name in five minutes?

Tennessee just gave college sports a blueprint for the future and the NCAA should embrace it

Tennessee Volunteers men's basketball has given the rest of the country a template for what the future of college athletics could look like. Instead of running in the other direction, the NCAA and the rest of its members should embrace it.

Early-season madness continues with Minnesota's stunning game-winner vs. Cincinnati

The '1990-91 UNLV Runnin' Rebels' quiz