The New York Jets continue to get calls on defensive end Jermaine Johnson, who's provided New York's defense a boost of late after battling injury earlier in the season. The 26-year-old is effective both rushing the quarterback and in the run game, recording 19 tackles and a sack in five games this season.

On a more positive note, there are some previously injured players who are set to make their return in Week 9. After being sidelined since Week 2, Minnesota will bring back quarterback J.J. McCarthy, while the Los Angeles Rams will welcome back star wideout Puka Nacua.

The NFL suspended Washington Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu for one game due to "repeated violations of playing rules intended to protect the health and safety of players, including during Sunday's game against the Seattle Seahawks.

Nov 2, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) runs with ball after making a catch defended by Washington Commanders linebacker Frankie Luvu (4) during the first quarter at Northwest Stadium. / Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

The resurgent Ravens are making another move to help continue their midseason turnaround, acquiring edge defender Dre'Mont Jones from the Titans for a conditional fifth-round pick, per CBS Sports senior NFL insider Jonathan Jones.

According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, the Ravens sent a conditional fifth-round draft pick that can potentially become a fourth-round selection to the Titans in exchange for Jones. The 28-year-old has 4.5 sacks in nine games with Tennessee this season.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly signing WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling to their practice squad following the release of CB Beanie Bishop.

And if the Colts are looking to make a deal at the deadline, here is a look at what assets Indianapolis has available to help facilitate a trade. The NFL trade deadline is November 4th at 4:00 PM ET.