NFL Week 9: Hutchinson Extension, Garrett Trade Rumors

Another defensive standout has secured an extended tenure with their respective organization, as Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson finalized a four-year, $180 million agreement with the squad.

He joins a group of edge defenders to receive substantial contracts in 2025, alongside Micah Parsons with the Green Bay Packers, T.J. Watt with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and Myles Garrett with the Cleveland Browns.

Speaking of Garrett, an insider mentioned to ESPN that there’s “no opportunity” he’ll be moved before next Tuesday’s trade cutoff. Garrett has expressed his discontent — repeatedly this year — regarding the losing environment in Cleveland, yet he possesses a no-trade provision and reportedly hasn’t signaled any desire for a change of team.

In other news, Lamar Jackson appears poised to return to the field this Thursday when the Baltimore Ravens face the Miami Dolphins.

The Ravens’ play-caller has been sidelined for the previous three contests due to a hamstring issue sustained on Sept. 28 during a Week 4 defeat to the Kansas City Chiefs. On Tuesday, he conveyed his eagerness ahead of his first full practice in several weeks.

“Eager to hit the field with my teammates, honestly,” he stated Tuesday following his “full” participation in Ravens practice. “It feels like forever.”

New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo suffered an ankle dislocation during Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles, in addition to a fractured fibula and a ruptured deltoid ligament, as per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The rookie from Arizona State underwent immediate surgery Sunday evening in Philadelphia to address the wound on his leg.

Skattebo sustained the injury following a second-quarter throw from quarterback Jaxson Dart. His right leg was trapped and twisted during the subsequent collision. His lower leg was visibly contorted immediately following the play.

Skattebo, now on season-ending injured reserve, has an anticipated recovery timeline of 4-6 months, suggesting he could potentially participate in OTAs and minicamp.

Stay tuned to Yahoo Sports for continuous updates, highlights, and further NFL insights arising from Week 8:

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  • Criss Partee

    Criss Partee

    The Washington Commanders anticipate that quarterback Jayden Daniels will be ready to participate in the Week 9 Sunday Night Football match against the Seattle Seahawks. Daniels did not participate in Monday night’s contest against the Kansas City Chiefs due to a hamstring injury.

    Backup Marcus Mariota started in Daniels’ place, completing 21 of 30 pass attempts for 213 passing yards, 1 touchdown, and 2 interceptions in the defeat.

    Wide receiver Terry McLaurin has been declared unavailable for the SNF contest due to a quad injury.

  • Sean Leahy

    Sean Leahy

    Bowers has been unable to participate since Week 5 due to a knee ailment. He resumed practice on Oct. 17, but his participation was restricted. The Raiders had hoped he would be available following their bye week.

    “He’s back,” said Raiders head coach Pete Carroll, through ESPN’s Ryan McFadden. “Throughout last week, he displayed positive progress, demonstrating particularly strong form during the Monday practice session. He effectively captured attention to some extent. Consequently, we are excited about his return.”

    The tight end was managing a PCL injury and a bone contusion within his left knee, injuries sustained during the Raiders’ Week 1 victory over the Patriots.

    “It was unpleasant, in all honesty,” Bowers remarked. “However, it is now behind me. I’m enthusiastic about getting back onto the field.”

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    Criss Partee

    Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs and wide receiver Christian Watson were both documented as having limited participation in practice on Wednesday. Jacobs has been managing a calf concern, and Watson participated in his first game on Sunday since being sidelined following an ACL tear last season.

  • Kate Magdziuk

    Kate Magdziuk

    The San Francisco 49ers have been coping with injuries throughout the season, and the scenario is consistent as they move toward Week 9.

    NBC Sports’ Matt Maiocco reports that six players were absent from the initial practice of the week, including several starters. WR Ricky Pearsall continues to be sidelined due to a knee injury that has kept him out for the previous four weeks. A number of defensive contributors were also absent on Wednesday, including DE Bryce Huff, DT Alfred Collins, and LB Dee Winters.

    QB Brock Purdy was among those who participated in practice on a limited basis on Wednesday, working toward his return from a recurring turf toe injury. Mac Jones has been the starter in six games in his stead this season, with a 4-2 record. Over the past three games, Jones has averaged 230.7 yards per game, accompanied by two touchdowns, four interceptions, and a 75.6 passer rating.

  • Andy Backstrom

    Andy Backstrom

    New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson was absent from Wednesday’s practice due to a toe injury.

    With his availability uncertain for Sunday’s game against the Atlanta Falcons, rookie TreVeyon Henderson may find himself in a prominent role, following his season-high performance of 75 rushing yards on 10 carries the previous week.

    However, Henderson also committed a fumble during the Week 8 victory over the Cleveland Browns.

  • Jason Owens

    Jason Owens

    Seattle Seahawks safety Julian Love encountered a “setback” in his recuperation from a hamstring injury and might be unavailable for Sunday’s prime-time contest against the Washington Commanders.

    Head coach Mike Macdonald shared the update with reporters on Wednesday.

    A Pro Bowler in 2023, Love started in all 17 of Seattle’s regular-season games in 2024. However, he has only participated in three games this season and has been sidelined since Week 4 due to his hamstring injury.

    The Seahawks are preparing to face a Commanders squad that anticipates the return of Pro Bowl quarterback Jayden Daniels from a hamstring injury on Sunday.

  • Sean Leahy

    Sean Leahy

    The Eagles are additionally providing the Jets with a 2027 sixth-round draft selection, while New York will transfer a 2027 seventh-rounder to Philadelphia.

    Metchie, 25, is currently in his third NFL season and has been part of three teams during this season. He was initially selected as a second-round draft pick by the Texans in 2022 and participated in 29 games throughout his initial two professional seasons. During August, he was traded by Houston to the Eagles in exchange for tight end Harrison Bryant and a 2026 fifth-round draft selection.

    Carter, 26, was a fifth-round draft selection by the Jets in 2021. He is currently in his fifth NFL season and has recorded two career interceptions across 65 games played. He lost his starting role to Jarvis Brownlee and was anticipated to be released following the season.

    Carter’s agreement extends through the 2027 season and has a remaining value of $20.3 million, with only $2.3 million guaranteed.

  • Jason Owens

    Jason Owens

    It would appear that Jayden Daniels’ second absence due to injury this season will be brief.

    Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn informed reporters on Wednesday that Daniels is anticipated to fully participate in practice throughout the week leading up to Sunday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks. Daniels was absent from Monday’s 28-7 defeat against the Kansas City Chiefs because of a hamstring injury.

    However, he will be without his primary target if he returns. Wide receiver Terry McLaurin re-aggravated his quad injury in Monday’s game and will not participate, as announced by the Commanders.

    Further information can be found here.

  • Sean Leahy

    Sean Leahy

    Bowers, who has been sidelined since Week 4, fully participated in Wednesday’s practice, which is an encouraging indication regarding his availability for the game against the Jaguars on Sunday.

    Bowers has been dealing with a PCL injury as well as a bone bruise within his left knee.

  • Sean Leahy

    Sean Leahy

    Young was absent from Sunday’s defeat against the Bills after sustaining a high right-ankle sprain during Week 7 against the Jets. He did not participate in any practices last week.

    His full participation in Wednesday’s practice is a positive indication that he will be prepared to return against the Packers this week.

  • Sean Leahy

    Sean Leahy

    The Vikings will have J.J. McCarthy as their quarterback on Sunday against the Lions, head coach Kevin O’Connell announced Wednesday.

    McCarthy sustained a high-ankle sprain in Week 2, which was his second game as an NFL starter, and has not participated since. Carson Wentz has been the starting quarterback for the past five games, during which Minnesota has a record of 2-3.

    Wentz is now unavailable for the season, however, following shoulder surgery on his non-throwing arm after he suffered an injury on Thursday night against the Chargers.

  • Andy Backstrom

    Andy Backstrom

    Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor informed reporters that quarterback Joe Flacco and defensive end Trey Hendrickson would not participate in practice on Wednesday.

    Hendrickson is managing a hip injury that was aggravated during a Week 8 defeat against the New York Jets.

    Flacco, meanwhile, is attempting to perform despite having an AC joint sprain in his throwing shoulder. The 40-year-old signal-caller is determined to take any necessary steps to be able to play on Sunday against the Chicago Bears.

    If Flacco is unable to play, Jake Browning will take his place.

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