The Cincinnati Bengals dominated the Atlanta Falcons 34-17 in Madrid behind a stellar performance from quarterback Joe Burrow, who accounted for four total touchdowns (three passing, one rushing). Wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase caught eight passes for 142 yards and a touchdown in the first half alone, finishing with 10 catches for 155 yards and a score, while Tee Higgins added five catches for 47 yards and two touchdowns. Burrow leads the NFL with a 74% completion percentage, 23 passing touchdowns, and 26 total touchdowns, making a strong early case for MVP.
Jordan Love Also in MVP Conversation
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love has thrown for 2,618 yards (league high), 40 completions of 20+ yards (league high), and 19 passing touchdowns (third). He has elevated receivers Christian Watson and Matthew Golden, who became the first Packers duo to each record 150+ yards and a touchdown in a single game during a win over the New England Patriots.
Shedeur Sanders Earns Starting Role in Cleveland
In his first start of the season, Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders completed 19 of 31 passes for 297 yards, two touchdowns, and zero interceptions, averaging 9.6 yards per attempt. Despite taking five sacks, Sanders showed poise under pressure and led a second-half surge with 259 passing yards. The argument is made that he should remain the starter over Deshaun Watson.
Matthew Stafford Struggles as Rams Win
The Los Angeles Rams improved to 5-4 with a 20-13 victory over the Washington Commanders, but quarterback Matthew Stafford has thrown nine interceptions in nine games. His deep-ball completion rate has dropped from 43% last season to 24% this year, with a 1-to-3 touchdown-to-interception ratio on throws 20+ yards downfield.
Eagles' Losing Streak Continues, But Firing Sirianni Premature
Philadelphia dropped its seventh straight game, a 19-11 loss to the New York Giants, falling to 2-7. Third-string quarterback Joe Milton started and completed 18 of 34 passes for 169 yards. Despite the poor record, stability is advised given injuries to Jalen Hurts, DeVonta Smith, and Saquon Barkley, plus a first-year offensive coordinator.
NFC East Race Not Decided
The Giants improved to 5-2-1, while the Dallas Cowboys survived a mistake-filled 27-23 win over the Indianapolis Colts to reach 4-5. A Week 17 matchup between the two could still decide the division.
Panthers Remain in NFC South Hunt
Carolina fell to 3-5 after a close loss to the Denver Broncos, but outgained Denver 353-312. With no team in the NFC South above .500, the Panthers remain in contention.
Nico Collins Produces Catch of the Year Candidate
Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins made a spectacular touchdown catch against the Los Angeles Chargers, drawing widespread acclaim.
Trade Deadline Suggestions
Ahead of the Tuesday deadline, proposed moves include: the Kansas City Chiefs acquiring wide receiver George Pickens from Dallas and offensive lineman Andrew Wylie from Washington; the New England Patriots adding offensive line help; the Minnesota Vikings trading for Colts running back Jonathan Taylor; the Jacksonville Jaguars acquiring defensive tackle Grover Stewart from Indianapolis; and the Detroit Lions pursuing cornerback Tariq Woolen from Philadelphia.
