Coach News Today — November 12, 2026
Sources: Rivers-to-NC State deal set to be finalized after Friday board meeting and more — today's coach signal.
The world of sports is always full of surprises and today is no exception, with several major developments that are set to shake up the landscape of various teams and leagues. One of the biggest stories of the day is the impending deal that will see Rivers become the new head coach at NC State, with sources indicating that the agreement is set to be finalized after a board meeting on Friday. This news has significant implications for the college football world and will undoubtedly be closely watched by fans and pundits alike. Meanwhile, in the NFL, the trade deadline has come and gone, and teams are now looking to make the most of their current rosters, with some coaches opting to stick with their struggling players, as is the case with the Chiefs and their kicker Butker.
As teams look to the future and try to make sense of the recent trade deadline, some coaches are having to apologize for deals that fell through, such as the Bengals' Taylor, who has taken responsibility for a nixed trade with the Eagles. Others, like the Rams' McVay, are choosing to focus on the players they already have, rather than bringing in new talent, with the hope that injured stars like Adams will be back on the field sooner rather than later. With all these storylines unfolding, it's an exciting time to be a sports fan, and we'll be keeping a close eye on all the developments as they happen, bringing you all the latest news and analysis from the world of sports. Whether you're a fan of college football or the NFL, there's something for everyone in today's headlines, and we're excited to dive in and explore it all in more depth.
Today's signal:
• Sources: Rivers-to-NC State deal set to be finalized after Friday board meeting (espn.com)
• Mendoza relishes 'once-in-a-lifetime' opportunity, had 'no inkling' of Cousins deal (espn.com)
• McVay: Rams didn't trade for WR as Adams might return 'sooner than later' (espn.com)
• McVay: Rams didn't trade for WR as Adams may return 'sooner than later' (espn.com)
• Bengals' Taylor apologizes for nixed trade with Eagles: 'It was on our end' (espn.com)
• Chiefs sticking with struggling Butker as kicker vs. Falcons, Reid says (espn.com)