The NFL Report: Titans trade DT Jeffery Simmons to Bears + Lanced Zierlein joins the show

With division races tightening across the league, Brett and Trevor break down a slate of Week 8 matchups that could have major playoff implications. From heavyweight conference battles to pivotal divisional showdowns, they examine which teams are ready to make a statement and which ones are feeling the pressure.

On the rundown for today’s The NFL Report Podcast: -Does Lamar Jackson Return for Week 8? -Myles Garrett Not Practicing this Week -Colts' trade talks shift toward Josh Downs -Vikings vs Lions Preview -Ben Johnson's Offense vs. Mike Macdonald's Defense -Buy or Deny with Bucky Brooks The NFL Report is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trevor Sikkema and Brett Kollmann rank their week 8 game picks and tally up their scores from week 7 in this season-long head-to-head competition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Siciliano gives you the latest headlines on today’s episode of The NFL Report: - Colts trade guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks for 2027 3rd-rd and 2028 5th-rd picks - Colts send DT DeForest Buckner back to the 49ers for 2027 4th-rd pick - Cowboys dominate the Eagles on MNF with season-high 38 pts - How can the Lions take advantage of the Vikings' blitz? - HC Jesse Minter says Lamar Jackson (ankle) is in 'decent spot" to play Sunday vs Bills - Are the Giants the best team in the NFC East right now?

On this episode of 40s and Free Agents, Bucky Brooks and Lance Zierlein discuss how John Harbaugh's old-school coaching style is setting the tone for the Giants and whether a lack of emotional maturity is holding the Ravens back. Then, they break down how Todd Monken has turned things around in Cleveland, and the impact of Brian Flores' aggressive defense in Minnesota. Later, they examine which NFL head coaches are on the hot seat, including Dan Quinn and Aaron Glenn, before discussing the Colts' ongoing fire sale, the polarizing Nick Sirianni, and whether the Chargers need to move on from Mike McDaniel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.