In a snowy game, the Buffalo Bills defeated the Cincinnati Bengals, aided by two late interceptions from Joe Burrow, including a crucial pick-six. Meanwhile, the Indianapolis Colts faced a divisional loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, compounded by an injury to Daniel Jones.
Cincinnati Bengals 34-39 Buffalo Bills
Josh Allen led the Buffalo Bills to a thrilling 39-34 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, throwing for three touchdowns and rushing for another. Christian Benford’s pivotal 63-yard interception return secured the go-ahead touchdown, allowing Buffalo to overcome a 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter. Allen set a new personal record with a 40-yard rush for a touchdown, while the Bills scored three touchdowns in just over four minutes, aided by interceptions from Benford and A.J. Epenesa. With this win, the Bills improved to 9-4, winning their second consecutive game, while the Bengals fell to 4-9, further jeopardizing their playoff hopes. Joe Burrow threw his first interceptions of the season, completing 25 of 36 passes for 284 yards and four touchdowns.
Chicago Bears 21-28 Green Bay Packers
Keisean Nixon’s end zone interception of Caleb Williams sealed a 28-21 victory for the Green Bay Packers against the Chicago Bears, marking the Packers’ fourth consecutive win. Williams attempted a fourth-down pass to Cole Kmet but was intercepted by Nixon with just 22 seconds remaining. The Packers regained the lead with a two-yard touchdown run from Josh Jacobs late in the game, following an impressive 21-yard run. Jordan Love completed 17 of 25 passes for 234 yards and three touchdowns, while Williams had 186 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. Chicago fought back from a 14-3 halftime deficit but ultimately fell short after Nixon’s interception.
Pittsburgh Steelers 27-22 Baltimore Ravens
Aaron Rodgers had an outstanding game for the Steelers, throwing for 284 yards and a touchdown, along with a rushing score, leading Pittsburgh to a 27-22 victory over the Baltimore Ravens. The turning point occurred late in the game when a potential touchdown catch by Isaiah Likely was overturned upon review, resulting in a turnover on downs for Baltimore. Despite forcing a punt and driving to the Pittsburgh 30, the Ravens couldn’t score as time expired. Rodgers, who previously struggled with long passes, completed several key throws, including a 52-yard pass to DK Metcalf. Following a promising five-game winning streak, the Ravens now face difficulties after losing two straight divisional games.
Indianapolis Colts 19-36 Jacksonville Jaguars
Trevor Lawrence threw two touchdown passes and Travis Etienne ran for two scores as the Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Indianapolis Colts 36-19, moving to the top of the AFC South. The Jaguars improved to 9-4 with their fourth straight win, while the Colts fell to 8-5, extending their losing streak in Jacksonville to 11 games. Colts quarterback Daniel Jones suffered a significant right Achilles tendon injury in the second quarter, potentially sidelining him for the season and leaving the team in search of a starting quarterback.
Seattle Seahawks 37-9 Atlanta Falcons
Rashid Shaheed’s 100-yard kickoff return touchdown and three turnovers by Seattle’s defense led the Seahawks to a 37-9 victory over the Atlanta Falcons, marking their seventh win in eight games. Sam Darnold threw for 249 yards with three touchdowns. The Seahawks pulled ahead decisively after a tied first half. With this loss, the Falcons have now lost seven of their last eight games, resulting in their official elimination from playoff contention, continuing their postseason drought since 2017.
Washington Commanders 0-31 Minnesota Vikings
J.J. McCarthy delivered an impressive performance in his return from injury, throwing three touchdown passes in a 31-0 victory over the Washington Commanders. Completing 16 of 23 passes for 163 yards, this marked his first turnover-free game. McCarthy, who had missed significant playing time this season, targeted tight ends for all his touchdowns. Meanwhile, Jayden Daniels, the 2024 AP NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year, exited the game in the third quarter due to an elbow injury, having already missed several games this season.
Miami Dolphins 34-10 New York Jets
Tua Tagovailoa led the Miami Dolphins to a 34-10 victory over the New York Jets, improving his record to 7-0 against them as a starter. Despite cold weather conditions, he performed well, contributing to the team’s fourth consecutive win. The Dolphins showcased a strong rushing game with three touchdowns, including a standout performance by Jaylen Wright, who rushed for 107 yards. Tagovailoa completed 13 of 21 passes for 127 yards and one touchdown before exiting the game with a comfortable lead.
New Orleans Saints 24-20 Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Rookie quarterback Tyler Shough led the New Orleans Saints to a 24-20 upset over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, tightening the NFC South race. The Saints (3-10) capitalized on mistakes by Buccaneers’ Baker Mayfield in a rain-soaked game. This loss marked the Bucs’ fourth in five games, tying them with Carolina for first place in the division. Shough scored two rushing touchdowns, including a pivotal 13-yard scramble for a fourth-quarter lead. Despite having a chance to tie, the Buccaneers settled for a field goal after a dropped pass in the end zone.
Tennessee Titans 31-29 Cleveland Browns
Tony Pollard had a standout performance with 161 rushing yards and two touchdowns, while Cam Ward contributed two touchdown passes as the Tennessee Titans defeated the Cleveland Browns 31-29, ending a seven-game losing streak. Cleveland’s rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders threw for 364 yards and three touchdowns, adding a rushing touchdown, but an interception in the third quarter allowed Tennessee to take control. Despite a late rally from the Browns, who scored two touchdowns, they failed on both two-point conversions. Chimere Dike’s recovery of an onside kick ensured the Titans’ victory. This win was also significant for interim coach Mike McCoy, marking his first win in charge.
Los Angeles Rams 45-17 Arizona Cardinals
Matthew Stafford led the Los Angeles Rams to a 45-17 victory over the Arizona Cardinals, throwing for 281 yards and three touchdowns. Puka Nacua and Blake Corum each scored twice as the Rams scored 35 unanswered points to bounce back from a previous loss. With the win, the Rams (10-3) joined the Seattle Seahawks at the top of the NFC West, while the Cardinals (3-10) experienced their fifth consecutive loss. Despite an early deficit, the Rams took a 24-10 halftime lead and amassed a total of 530 yards in the game.
Denver Broncos 24-17 Las Vegas Raiders
Bo Nix led the Denver Broncos to a 24-17 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, throwing for 212 yards and rushing for a touchdown. This win marked the Broncos’ 10th consecutive victory, tying them with New England as the top seed in the AFC and positioning them well to challenge Kansas City’s dominance in the AFC West. The Raiders, now on a seven-game losing streak, lost quarterback Geno Smith to injuries, and despite a touchdown from Kenny Pickett, they fell to their 11th loss in 12 games. Denver’s defense excelled, controlling the game and limiting the Raiders to 229 yards. Nix completed 31 of 38 passes, while Marvin Mims Jr. and RJ Harvey contributed with a punt return score and a rushing touchdown, respectively.
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