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In Indianapolis, the Colts are weighing a calculated risk with Jonathan Taylor ahead of today's game, and the decision carries real weight. Taylor's availability changes the entire offensive calculus for Indianapolis, and the coaching staff isn't taking that lightly. If he suits up, expect the Colts to lean on him early and often.
Shifting to Philadelphia, the Eagles are holding firm on Saquon Barkley despite sitting at two and five and facing real pressure heading into the trade deadline. Teams have been calling, but according to Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport, the Eagles have zero interest in moving their marquee back. Howie Roseman and company aren't ready to wave the white flag on this roster, not yet.
And up in Buffalo, Lamar Jackson makes his return from an ankle injury when the Ravens take on the Bills in what shapes up as the marquee matchup of week eight. An advanced model from SportsLine has weighed in with its picks, and all eyes are on whether Jackson is truly back at full strength. Buffalo's defense will be testing that ankle early and often.
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