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Commanders Week 8 inactives
The Washington Commanders have announced six players who will not play in Week 8
Sam Howell
QB · DAL · 26 yrs · exp 4 · North Carolina
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- Active
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Value
814
Rank
#429
Pos rank
#63
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Latest: Oct 14, 2026 · 814
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FA: Sam Howell dropped
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FA: Sam Howell dropped
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FA: Sam Howell added, Elijah Mitchell dropped
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Cowboys sign QB Kyle Trask to their practice squad
The Cowboys signed quarterback Kyle Trask to their practice squad, and also made moves with safety Juanyeh Thomas and cornerback Caelen Carson
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Eagles steal QB from Cowboys: Joe Milton expected to sign with Philadelphia after injury to Jalen Hurts
Eagles sign QB Joe Milton from Cowboys' practice squad after Jalen Hurts' injury
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How to bet on 2026 NFL Week 6: Betting odds, game previews, schedule, tips, trends, sportsbook promos, offers
Week 6 of the NFL season features 14 games, including Broncos vs. Seahawks, Chiefs vs. Chargers, Packers vs. Cowboys, and 49ers vs. Commanders. The article provides betting odds, game previews, betting trends, and information on sportsbook promos from FanDuel, DraftKings, and bet365 for those looking to bet on NFL games
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Giants have various possible options at quarterback (but not many good ones)
With Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart reportedly heading for season-ending knee surgery, the Giants have to make a decision about the quarterback position moving forward. Option A: The Jameis Winston experience, and everything that goes along with it — good, bad, and/or highly entertaining. Option B: Sign a free agent and see if he would be a better option to win games. At this point, however, most guys who are available would be unlikely to be able to start. Jimmy Garoppolo is the best option. Option C: Make a trade. There are some options. Here are some of the ones we noticed after perusing the various rosters and depth charts. Derek Carr: He’s still on the Saints reserve-retired list. A trade would be required, if there’s mutual interest. Anthony Richardson: If the Colts would be comfortable with Riley Leonard as the understudy to Daniel Jones, the Colts could finally get value for the fourth overall pick in the 2023 draft. Joe Flacco: John Harbaugh won a Super Bowl with Flacco in Baltimore. And Flacco has repeatedly shown he can still play. Shedeur Sanders: If the Browns are willing to move on from Sanders, Harbaugh possibly would want Shedeur. The Ravens were going to draft him in 2025, but he didn’t want to back up Lamar Jackson. Mason Rudolph: He has played a lot, and he may not have much of a future in Pittsburgh. Sam Howell: He’s the backup to Dak Prescott, and he has plenty of starting experience; the Cowboys could elevate Joe Milton III to take Prescott’s place. J.J. McCarthy: Jim Harbaugh loves him. John Harbaugh could be intrigued by him. Gardner Minshew: If the Cardinals are content to have Carson Beck as the backup to Jacoby Brissett, why not? He has 47 career starts. Mac Jones: He’s in the last year of his contract, and he played well last year in place of Brock Purdy. The Giants also could pilfer a player from a practice squad. Possibilities (not many) include Will Levis (Jets), Josh Johnson (Bengals), Joe Milton III (Cowboys), and Max Brosmer (Vikings)
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Commanders film session: run defense has improved, but pass problems remain
Commanders film session highlights improvement in run defense, but pass defense remains a concern
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Waiver: Sam Howell added
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Dak Prescott looks to continue his home mastery of the NFC East
Dak Prescott's impressive home record in NFC East games is on the line as he faces Washington
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NFL Power Rankings: Washington Commanders are better after 2-point loss?
A week 1 loss for Washington doesn’t drop them too far in the rankings
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Optimism rises with healthier Commanders roster for Wk 1 road trip to Philly
Commanders re-made coaching staff and roster for improved performance
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Waiver: Sam Howell added
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Cowboys sign QB Joe Milton to practice squad
The Cowboys wanted Joe Milton back on the practice squad, and on Wednesday, they made that happen. The team announced it has signed the quarterback. He will serve as the third quarterback behind Dak Prescott and Sam Howell, who are on the 53-player roster. Howell beat out Milton for the backup job to Prescott. Milton served as the No. 2 last season. In three preseason games, Milton completed 29 of 43 passes for 378 yards and three touchdowns with no interceptions. He added 12 carries for 14 yards and a rushing touchdown. The Cowboys traded a fifth-round pick to New England for Milton in the 2025 offseason, and he served as Prescott’s backup last season
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Cowboys news: Why Dallas picked Sam Howell as their QB2
The Dallas Cowboys have chosen Sam Howell as their QB2
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Cowboys want Joe Milton back on the practice squad
The Cowboys waived QB Joe Milton hoping to sign him back to the practice squad after naming Sam Howell the backup to Dak Prescott. Coach Brian Schottenheimer and EVP Stephen Jones expressed a desire for Milton to return as the third quarterback, provided he clears waivers. Milton had a strong preseason, completing 29 of 43 passes for 378 yards and three touchdowns with no interceptions, adding a rushing touchdown
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Waiver: Sam Howell added, Joe Milton dropped
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Adds: Sam Howell. Drops: Joe Milton
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Waiver: Sam Howell added, Mike Gesicki dropped
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Adds: Sam Howell. Drops: Mike Gesicki
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Waiver: Sam Howell added
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