The Denver Broncos staged a thrilling comeback against the Philadelphia Eagles, overcoming a 14-point deficit to secure a 21-17 victory. In a nail-biting finish, Bo Nix connected on an 11-yard touchdown pass while JK Dobbins added a two-yard rushing score in the fourth quarter. The Broncos' defense proved instrumental, batting down Jalen Hurts' desperate pass attempt on the final play, marking the Eagles' first loss of the season and only their second defeat in the last 22 games.
In a stunning display, the Houston Texans triumphed over the Baltimore Ravens with a score of 44-10. Quarterback CJ Stroud shone brightly, throwing for 244 yards and four touchdowns. This victory not only matched the Texans' record for the most lopsided road win but also marked the Ravens' most significant home loss in franchise history. The Ravens, struggling at 1-4, were missing key players including two-time MVP quarterback Lamar Jackson and defensive stars Kyle Hamilton and Roquan Smith, which severely impacted their performance.
The Indianapolis Colts delivered a commanding performance against the Las Vegas Raiders, winning 40-6. Jonathan Taylor showcased his talent by scoring three rushing touchdowns and a two-point conversion, while quarterback Daniel Jones threw for two touchdowns. This 34-point margin is the Colts' largest victory since 2013. Jones completed 20 of 29 passes for 212 yards, significantly contributing to the Colts' record of 4-1 this season.
In an impressive display of offense, the Dallas Cowboys defeated the New York Jets 37-22. Dak Prescott threw four touchdown passes, and despite missing four starters on the offensive line, the Cowboys executed two lengthy 90-yard drives in the second quarter. Javonte Williams also made a significant impact, rushing for 135 yards and catching a touchdown pass. The Cowboys improved to a record of 2-2-1, while the Jets continued to struggle, remaining winless at 0-5.
The Minnesota Vikings edged past the Cleveland Browns with a 21-17 victory at London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The game-winning touchdown came from Jordan Addison, who caught a 12-yard pass from Carson Wentz with just 25 seconds left on the clock. This victory was crucial for the Vikings (3-2), especially after a disappointing start to their international road trip. The Browns, now sitting at 1-4, witnessed rookie Dillon Gabriel's first NFL start, which showed promise despite the loss.
In an exciting match, the Carolina Panthers overcame a 17-point deficit to defeat the Miami Dolphins 27-24. Quarterback Bryce Young threw for two crucial touchdowns, while Rico Dowdle rushed for an impressive 206 yards and a touchdown. Young's pivotal short pass to rookie tight end Mitchell Evans in the final minutes secured the victory, matching the largest comeback in franchise history. Despite Tua Tagovailoa’s solid performance for Miami, completing 27 of 36 passes for 256 yards and three touchdowns, the Dolphins fell to 1-4.
The New Orleans Saints secured their first victory under rookie coach Kellen Moore, defeating the New York Giants 26-14. Quarterback Spencer Rattler threw for an 87-yard touchdown to Rashid Shaheed and safety Jordan Howden returned a fumble for a score. Rattler's performance was notable as he passed for 225 yards without any turnovers. Meanwhile, Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, despite throwing for two touchdowns, struggled with turnovers, contributing to New York's disappointing record of 1-4.
