Jacksonville Jaguars kicker Cam Little set a record for the longest field goal in NFL history, while the Chicago Bears defeated the Cincinnati Bengals in an impressive 89-point game. The Indianapolis Colts faced off against the Atlanta Falcons in Berlin. Josh Allen triumphed over Patrick Mahomes again, Cam Little made history in kicking, and Daniel Jones had a tough performance for the Colts during a high-scoring Sunday.
Kansas City Chiefs 21-28 Buffalo Bills
Josh Allen led the Buffalo Bills to victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in a rematch of last season’s AFC championship game, throwing one touchdown pass and running for two. He achieved a remarkable 88.5 completion percentage, completing 23 of 26 passes for 273 yards. James Cook contributed with 114 rushing yards, while the Bills’ defense limited Patrick Mahomes, who faced relentless pressure and finished with a career-low 44.1 completion percentage. The game was ultimately decided in the final seconds when Mahomes failed to complete three passes to secure a win. With this victory, the Bills improved to 6-2, extending their regular-season winning streak against the Chiefs to five games. The Chiefs fell to 5-4, ending their three-game winning streak.
Seattle Seahawks 38-14 Washington Commanders
The Washington Commanders suffered a heavy 38-14 defeat to the Seattle Seahawks, losing quarterback Jayden Daniels to a serious injury in the fourth quarter. Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold had an exceptional game, throwing four touchdown passes, completing his first 17 attempts, and finishing the first half 16 for 16 with 282 yards. Rookie Tory Horton caught two touchdown passes, and Seattle led 31-7 at halftime. Despite being without injured receiver Cooper Kupp, the Seahawks improved to 6-2, tying for first in the NFC West, while the Commanders fell to 3-6, marking their fourth consecutive loss.
Chicago Bears 47-42 Cincinnati Bengals
In a thrilling game, Caleb Williams led the Chicago Bears to a last-minute victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, connecting with Colston Loveland for a 58-yard touchdown with just 17 seconds remaining. Joe Flacco had given the Bengals a brief lead with a touchdown pass, but the Bears managed to score after taking over with 54 seconds left. Williams threw for 280 yards and three touchdowns, including a trick play touchdown reception. Flacco put up impressive stats with 470 passing yards and four touchdowns, but the Bengals suffered their sixth loss in a row when scoring over 30 points.
Jacksonville Jaguars 30-29 Las Vegas Raiders (OT)
Trevor Lawrence scored a quarterback sneak in overtime, leading the Jacksonville Jaguars to a 30-29 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. The game featured a record-breaking 68-yard field goal by Cam Little and a crucial two-point conversion attempt by the Raiders that was thwarted by nose tackle DaVon Hamilton. Lawrence completed 23 of 34 passes for 220 yards and added two rushing touchdowns. Travis Etienne rushed for 84 yards, while Brock Bowers, back from injury, had a stellar performance with 12 catches for 127 yards and three touchdowns. Geno Smith threw for 284 yards and four touchdowns in the losing effort.
Denver Broncos 18-15 Houston Texans
Bo Nix led the Denver Broncos to a comeback victory over the Houston Texans, winning 18-15 with a game-winning field goal by Wil Lutz. The Broncos improved their record to 7-2, notably winning all four games this season when trailing in the fourth quarter. Despite a slow start against Houston’s strong defense, Nix connected for a touchdown and a crucial two-point conversion in the fourth quarter. The Texans, missing quarterback C.J. Stroud due to a concussion, struggled offensively with Davis Mills at the helm, though Ka’imi Fairbairn kicked five field goals.
Carolina Panthers 16-13 Green Bay Packers
Rico Dowdle had an impressive game, rushing for 130 yards and two touchdowns, leading Carolina to a victory over Green Bay, which ended the Packers’ three-game win streak. A pivotal 49-yard field goal by Ryan Fitzgerald in the final seconds sealed the win. Green Bay’s loss may be significant, particularly after star tight end Tucker Kraft suffered a knee injury. Dowdle’s performance included a notable mistake when Fitzgerald missed an extra point. The game was tied following a touchdown by Green Bay’s Josh Jacobs, but Dowdle’s critical 19-yard run set up Fitzgerald’s game-winning field goal as time ran out.
San Francisco 49ers 34-24 New York Giants
Christian McCaffrey led San Francisco to victory over New York, catching a touchdown pass from Mac Jones and rushing for another score. He recorded 173 scrimmage yards, with 106 rushing from 28 carries and 67 receiving on five catches. After a week of only 10 rushing attempts, San Francisco’s team ran the ball 39 times for 159 yards, highlighted by Brian Robinson Jr.’s 18-yard touchdown. Mac Jones completed 14 consecutive passes, finishing 19 of 24 for 235 yards, with touchdown passes to McCaffrey and Jauan Jennings, improving to 5-2 as a starter despite a fumble earlier in the game.
Atlanta Falcons 23-24 New England Patriots
Drake Maye had a mixed performance with two touchdown passes and two turnovers as the New England Patriots secured their sixth consecutive victory against the Atlanta Falcons, who missed a crucial extra point. Terrell Jennings scored his first career rushing touchdown for the Patriots. New England led 24-17 when Michael Penix Jr. connected with Drake London for a significant gain, but cornerback Christian Gonzalez was injured on the play. The Falcons managed to score, but Parker Romo’s extra point attempt was unsuccessful. Maye completed 19 of 29 passes for 259 yards but suffered six sacks and threw an interception. Meanwhile, Penix threw three touchdowns, completing 22 of 37 passes for 222 yards, and Bijan Robinson rushed for 46 yards as the Falcons fell to 0-5 when he rushes for under 75 yards.
Minnesota Vikings 27-24 Detroit Lions
J.J. McCarthy led the Minnesota Vikings to a victory over the Detroit Lions, throwing two touchdown passes and rushing for another score in his return from injury. He completed 14 of 25 passes for 143 yards, with touchdown passes to Justin Jefferson and T.J. Hockenson in the first quarter, and sealed the game with a crucial 16-yard pass to Jalen Nailor. McCarthy also ran for a nine-yard touchdown, extending the Vikings’ lead to 24-14. Jared Goff of the Lions completed 25 of 37 passes for 284 yards and two touchdowns, with Sam LaPorta and Amon-Ra St. Brown both contributing 97 yards receiving. Jahmyr Gibbs struggled with just 25 rushing yards and limited receiving yards.
Los Angeles Chargers 27-20 Tennessee Titans
Justin Herbert led the Los Angeles Chargers to a 27-20 victory over the Tennessee Titans, throwing for 250 yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for a score. Despite an early interception and losing both starting tackles to injuries, Herbert maintained composure and drove the team 99 yards for a touchdown in the third quarter. The Chargers improved to 6-3, with Herbert finishing as the leading rusher with 57 yards.
Indianapolis Colts 20-27 Pittsburgh Steelers
Jaylen Warren scored two touchdowns as the Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Indianapolis Colts, forcing six turnovers. The Steelers (5-3) ended a two-game losing streak by capitalizing on mistakes made by Colts quarterback Daniel Jones, who threw three interceptions and fumbled twice. T.J. Watt’s strip-sack helped Pittsburgh recover the momentum, leading to a series of touchdowns following the Colts’ errors. Aaron Rodgers had a solid performance, completing 25 of 35 passes for 203 yards, despite the Steelers only accumulating 225 yards of total offense.
New Orleans Saints 10-34 Los Angeles Rams
Matthew Stafford led the Rams to a victory over the Saints, throwing for 281 yards and four touchdown passes, two of which went to Davante Adams. Puka Nacua made a strong return with seven catches for 95 yards and a touchdown, despite a chest injury. Tyler Higbee also contributed with a touchdown, while Kyren Williams rushed for 114 yards and another score. The Rams improved to 6-2, marking their third consecutive win. For the Saints, Tyler Shough, in his first NFL start, passed for 176 yards and threw his first touchdown to Juwan Johnson just before halftime. Stafford recorded another impressive game in his 17th season, achieving 1,408 yards and 16 touchdowns with no interceptions over the past five games.

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