Coach News Today — November 2, 2026
LaFleur won't commit to starter after Minshew replaces Brissett, leads Cards' OT win and more — today's coach signal.
The NFL coaching landscape is reeling after a wild and unpredictable Week 8. Several teams are dealing with injuries to key players, including the Baltimore Ravens, who will be without Lamar Jackson for an extended period of time due to a potentially season-ending thumb injury that will require surgery and land him on IR. This development has significant implications for the team's playoff hopes and will undoubtedly lead to a thorough evaluation of their roster and strategy moving forward.
Meanwhile, other coaches are facing scrutiny and questions about their lineups and playcalling. Seattle's Pete Carroll and the Seahawks are dealing with questions about their backfield, specifically if Bhayshul Tuten is ready for a larger role. In Indianapolis, the 42-7 drubbing has coach Steichen vowing to evaluate everything, including the QB position. In Dallas, HC McCarthy expressed frustration that his team let coordinator Schottenheimer down in their loss. And in Green Bay, LaFleur remains tight-lipped about his QB plans after Minshew led the team to an OT win. These storylines and more will be closely watched as teams head into their Week 9 matchups.
Today's signal:
• LaFleur won't commit to starter after Minshew replaces Brissett, leads Cards' OT win (espn.com)
• Jones backs Schottenheimer, says Cowboys let coach down in loss (espn.com)
• Colts' Steichen to 'evaluate everything,' including QB, after 42-7 drubbing (espn.com)
• Lamar headed to IR with 'potentially' season-ending thumb injury (espn.com)
• Answering NFL Week 8's biggest questions: Is Bhayshul Tuten ready to be a featured back? (espn.com)
• Ravens QB Jackson needs thumb surgery, will be placed on IR (espn.com)