Browns edge Steelers 27-24
Cleveland won 27-24 at Huntington Bank Field as Deshaun Watson completed 24 of 33 passes for 268 yards and a touchdown. Denzel Boston’s 60-yard reception energized the offense, and Alex Szmyt’s 56-yard field goal late in the fourth sealed the victory; the Browns improved to 3-1.
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Cowboys acquire Joey Porter Jr.
The Dallas Cowboys acquired cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from the Pittsburgh Steelers in a trade announced Oct. 1. Dallas sent a 2027 sixth-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick to Pittsburgh. The move ends Porter’s contract impasse in Pittsburgh and adds a veteran cover corner to Dallas’ secondary.
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Etienne to injured reserve
New Orleans placed RB Travis Etienne Jr. on injured reserve Oct. 1 after he pulled up with a hamstring injury in Week 3. Coach Kellen Moore said Etienne will miss at least four games; Alvin Kamara, Kendre Miller and C.J. Donaldson are expected to absorb more carries while Etienne recovers.
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Daniels: ‘I feel good’ on elbow
Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels, recovering from a dislocated left elbow, said on Oct. 1 that his elbow “feels good” and he is taking recovery day by day. Daniels was a limited participant in practice in London while wearing a large stabilizing brace; he emphasized the brace reduces reinjury risk and declined immediate surgery.
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49ers promote Brandin Cooks
The San Francisco 49ers promoted veteran WR Brandin Cooks from the practice squad to the active roster on Oct. 1. Cooks spent about a week on the practice squad before the elevation and joins a receiving corps dealing with multiple injuries; the move adds veteran depth for upcoming matchups.
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Lamar Jackson returns to full practice
Baltimore quarterback Lamar Jackson was a full participant at practice on Oct. 1, and coach John Harbaugh said the team is optimistic about his availability for the next game. Jackson’s full participation was a positive sign after recent back concerns and suggests the Ravens could have their starter available for upcoming matchups.
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