The NFL trade deadline arrived Tuesday with several high-profile players potentially on the move. Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, a three-time Pro Bowler who led the NFL with 18 rushing touchdowns last season, is considered the biggest name available. CBS Sports analyst Zach Pereles noted Taylor has "already seemingly said goodbye to Indianapolis" despite remaining an elite rusher. Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins was ranked as the most impactful player who could be traded, though reports suggest he will stay with the Raiders.
Other Notable Trade Candidates
Additional players who could change teams include Chargers edge rusher Tuli Tuipulotu, Titans running back Tony Pollard, Eagles cornerback Riq Woolen, Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy, and Eagles offensive lineman Landon Dickerson. The Jacksonville Jaguars have been aggressive, acquiring All-Pro safety Jessie Bates III and trading a first-round and second-round pick for Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis.
Injury Updates
Los Angeles Rams star wide receiver Puka Nacua will miss at least four games after being placed on injured reserve with knee and toe injuries. Nacua had 70 catches for 715 yards and four touchdowns this season. In Arizona, Cardinals quarterback Gardner Minshew could miss the rest of the season with a torn UCL, thrusting 2026 third-round pick Carson Beck into his first NFL start this Sunday against the Rams.
College Football Playoff Expansion
The College Football Playoff will expand to 24 teams beginning with the 2027 season. The change will require teams to adjust schedules to meet a nine-game conference schedule plus another Power Four opponent. The Army-Navy game will also be played a week earlier as conference championships are reduced.
Georgia Claims No. 1 Ranking
Georgia jumped to No. 1 in the CBS Sports College Football Power Rankings after a 42-7 rout of Ole Miss. The Bulldogs sacked Rebels quarterback Trinidad Chambliss four times and held him without a touchdown pass for the first time in 22 games, snapping Ole Miss' 16-game home winning streak. Oregon also rose 12 spots in the CBS Sports 138 after defeating Ohio State.
