2023-10-13 04:10:00
At the start of Week 6, the Kansas City Chiefs won at home against the Denver Broncos, but didn’t set off any fireworks. Sunday evening there will be a top and flop duel. The Chargers and Cowboys have to prove their ambition on Monday night. Week 6 of the NFL at a glance.
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Friday, October 6th, 2:15 a.m
Kansas City Chiefs (5-1) – Denver Broncos (1-5) 19:8 BOXSCORE
In the end it was a clear win for the Chiefs, although the defending champions would have been expected to score significantly more points against the weak Broncos defense. The fact that there were only 19 points despite 306 yards from quarterback Patrick Mahomes – Travis Kelce contributed 124 of them in front of Taylor Swift – was also due to his own inability: kicker Harrison Butker had to go for a field goal four times, Mahomes threw an interception and Another drive ended with a failed “tush push” on fourth down at the opposing 6-yard line. The Broncos, on the other hand, did almost nothing offensively: QB Russell Wilson had just 95 yards passing with two interceptions The 115 yards in the running game didn’t help either. It wasn’t until the middle of the final quarter that the Broncos scored a touchdown and reduced the lead to 8:16. Everything was as usual: The Broncos and Chiefs are in the same division (AFC West) and so play against each other twice in the regular season – and for KC it was the 16th victory in a row over the recently so helpless rival. Denver’s last win came in the 2015 season when they won the Super Bowl with quarterback Peyton Manning.
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Sunday, October 8th, 3:30 p.m
Tennessee Titans (2-3) – Baltimore Ravens (3-2) -:- BOXSCORE
The last of three games in London is coming up. The Tennessee Titans host the Baltimore Ravens. Both teams are coming off bitter defeats with poor quarterback performances. Ryan Tannehill had 264 yards and no touchdowns against the Colts with one interception – his team was run into the ground by Colts RB Zack Moss (165 rushing yards, 2 TDs). Lamar Jackson also didn’t have a touchdown against the Steelers, with only 236 yards and one interception, and he also lost a fumble. On Wednesday, several stars on both sides didn’t practice. The Titans have wobbles at WR Treylon Burks (knee), DT Jeffery Simmons (shoulder), DT Teair Tart (toe), LB Luke Gifford (hamstring) and CB Elijah Molden (hamstring). The Ravens missed OLB Jadeveon Clowney (illness), LV Odafe Oweh (ankle) and S Geno Stone (hamstring) from training. CB Marlon Humphrey and WR Odell Beckham Jr. practiced limitedly.
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Sunday, October 8th, 7 p.m
Atlanta Falcons (3-2) – Washington Commanders (2-3) -:- BOXSCORE
The Atlanta Falcons have strengthened themselves with Super Bowl winner Van Jefferson. The wide receiver came from the LA Rams via trade during the week. His father, Shawn Jefferson, also played for the Falcons. “I still remember coming to games. Being here where my father played is great. Hopefully I can continue his legacy and play good football,” Jefferson said after the trade. He comes cheaply – the teams swap sixth and seventh round picks in 2025. The Commanders suffered a bitter defeat. The weak defense was able to stop the suddenly strong Chicago offense and Washington lost 20:40 to the previously winless Bears team. The offense also had some problems.
Chicago Bears (1-4) – Minnesota Vikings (1-4) -:- BOXSCORE
Can the Bears now confirm this top performance against the Commanders in the division duel against the Vikings? Quarterback Justin Fields in particular looked completely different when he threw to DJ Moore. Everything else still had some problems, but the Fields-Moore duo is one to keep an eye on Minnesota (8/10, 230 yards, 3 TDs last week). “I’m just focused on getting better every day. We’ve done that as an offense,” Fields explained on Wednesday. The Minnesota Vikings have to do without star receiver Justin Jefferson (IR). The previous number two, Jordan Addison, is also struggling with an ankle injury and only trained to a limited extent on Wednesday. The Bears are at risk of losing five players. Starting RB Khalil Herbert did not practice Wednesday with an ankle injury. Backups Travis Homer (hamstring) and Roschon Johnson (concussion) also did not practice. OG Lucas Patrick is also in Concussion Protocol. In addition, the German WR EQ St. Brown has hamstring problems again and did not train. D’Onta Foreman is the only healthy running back on the Bears’ roster, and there is no one else on the practice squad either.
Cincinnati Bengals (2-3) – Seattle Seahawks (3-1) -:- BOXSCORE
Ja’Marr Chase is back! And Joe Burrow a little too. Chase caught 15 of his 19 targets for 192 yards and 3 touchdowns against the Cardinals. Can he show this top performance again against a rested Seahawks – and can QB Joe Burrow improve again towards normal level? Burrow could get WR Tee Higgins (ribs) back, who has already trained on a limited basis again. LB Devin Harper (hamstring), LB Akeem Davis-Gaither (knee) and CB Chidobe Awuzie (back) all did not practice and are at risk of being sidelined. The Seahawks’ injury report no longer reads like a roster list after the bye week, but it still is extremely crowded. WR DK Metcalf (ribs), OG Damien Lewis (ankle) and CBs Coby Bryant (toe) and Artie Burns (hamstring) did not practice on Wednesday, but at least Metcalf was missing from Wednesday practice in Week 4 and played on the weekend. It can be assumed that the situation has not become worse.
Cleveland Browns (2-2) – San Francisco 49ers (5-0) -:- BOXSCORE
The number one defense faces one of the two undefeated teams. With an average of 196.8 yards allowed, the Bears defense is clearly at the top. The 49ers are in third place with 266.8 yards. Of course, San Francisco wants to change that and give Cleveland some points. The Browns are coming out of the bye week and should be fresh and recovered – but they aren’t. QB Deshaun Watson, who missed Week 4 with a shoulder injury, was still unable to practice on Wednesday. TE David Njoku also did not practice after suffering burns to his face and hands, but played in Week 4 and could be back in action. This also applies to OG Joel Bitonio (ankle). Star pass rusher Myles Garrett, who suffered a foot injury after the Browns’ last game, was also missing from practice but had already worked again during the bye week. He could become an important factor if the Browns want to stop the 49ers. The 49ers only have RB Elijah Mitchell (knee) wobbling after missing practice on Wednesday.
Houston Texans (2-3) – New Orleans Saints (3-2) -:- BOXSCORE
Texans QB CJ Stroud is out of bounds. The rookie is playing better and better even though his team lost to the Falcons. You are on the right track. His continued development will be important again against the Saints, because they have proven that they won’t let inexperienced quarterbacks get away with anything and swept the Patriots away in New England 34-0. Alvin Kamara in particular was in top form after his return from suspension, bringing in 97 yards and a touchdown.
Jacksonville Jaguars (3-2) – Indianapolis Colts (3-2) -:- BOXSCORE
Can the Jax take their London success with them to England? In England, Jacksonville won two times in a row, first defeating the weak Falcons and then the top team Buffalo. The Colts will have to do without their rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson, but Gardner Minshew will probably play. But it will be more exciting to see whether Zack Moss can put on another show – and how Jonathan Taylor can get back into form with a little more preparation time. It could be a show for the running back, because Travis Etienne also recently had 184 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns from the top players.
Miami Dolphins (4-1) – Carolina Panthers (0-5) -:- BOXSCORE
Top RB De’Von Achane landed on IR during the week with a knee injury and will not be able to participate. But even without him, the Dolphins should have enough firepower to sweep the winless Panthers off the field. The Panthers could also miss starting RB Miles Sanders, as he did not practice due to a shoulder injury. As the Panthers reported, in addition to backup Chuba Hubbard, all-purpose weapon Laviska Shenault (actually WR) could get some snaps out of the backfield. “Laviska is a power runner. He is a big, strong man. He pulls players through the holes and he is also agile,” said head coach Frank Reich, explaining these considerations.
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Sunday, October 8th, 10:05 p.m
Las Vegas Raiders (2-3) – New England Patriots (1-4) -:- BOXSCORE
The Raiders benefited from the disastrous Packers the previous week and were able to win 17:13 thanks to their good defense (pass rusher Maxx Crosby was named Defensive Player of the Week in the AFC). The Patriots were dispatched 0:34 at home. Two teams with very bad omens meet here, in each of which the defense should make the big difference. Due to the Monday Night Game, the Raiders are starting their preparation with a day’s delay – and WR Davante Adams will probably only be able to play part of the game, missing on Wednesday in training. Crosby trained limitedly with knee problems. The Pats were also missing two receivers, Demario Douglas and Juju Smith-Schuster (both concussions). In addition, Matt Judon (elbow) did not train on Wednesday. Swap of training places: The DFB team is currently training on the Patriots’ training fields and facilities in order to prepare for their duels in North America (October 14th against the USA, October 18th against Mexico ). For this purpose, the Patriots will use the training facilities at the DFB campus in Frankfurt before their game in Frankfurt in Week 11.
Sunday, October 8th, 10:25 p.m
Los Angeles Rams (2-3) – Arizona Cardinals (1-4) -:- BOXSCORE
The Cardinals acted as a kickstarter for the Bengals the previous week. Joshua Dobbs’ performances have been poor, which definitely needs to improve if he wants to do anything against the Rams defense. It will be exciting to see whether WR Marquise Brown can recover from his illness by the weekend – that would be an important factor for Arizona’s offense. The Rams especially have problems on the offensive line. OG Joe Noteboom (hip) did not practice on Wednesday, and backup Kevin Dotson (ankle) was also missing. LA fought against top team Philadelphia, but in the end had to admit defeat at home 14:23. They want to make up for that this week.
New York Jets (2-3) – Philadelphia Eagles (5-0) -:- BOXSCORE
Under different circumstances we might have seen two Super Bowl contenders in direct comparison here. But the Eagles are one of the strongest teams in the NFL right now – and the Jets without Aaron Rodgers aren’t much. Thanks to a strong Breece Hall and good defensive performances, the Jets won over the Broncos the previous week, but the Eagles front won’t allow the running back to play for 177 yards again – and Jalen Hurts won’t give the defense enough opportunities to do so themselves score.Injuries could be an opportunity for the Jets. With LB Nakobe Dean (foot) and DT Fletcher Cox (back), two important running defenders only trained to a limited extent, Marlon Tulpulotu (triceps) not at all.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3-1) – Detroit Lions (4-1) -:- BOXSCORE
One of the unexpected top duels of this season, however, takes place in Tampa Bay. Baker Mayfield’s Bucs come out of the bye week refreshed and face Jared Goff’s Lions. Both had to accept a defeat. Both quarterbacks are no longer with their drafted teams and are working great in the new teams. “Jared is a genius – this is coming from someone who also needed a fresh start. I think he’s playing really well. You can see his leadership qualities and all the reasons he was drafted so high originally – he’s showing that now. Not everyone fits in perfectly everywhere,” Mayfield explained the situation of both QBs before the game. The Bucs are still missing star receiver Mike Evans (hamstring), he didn’t train. The Lions have significantly more players without Wednesday practice with RB Jahmyr Gibbs (hamstring), RB Bam Knight (shoulder), TE James Mitchell (hamstring), OG Jonah Jackson (ankle), CB Brian Branch (ankle) and DB Emmanuel MOseley (knee). , but none of the top stars are there. German star WR Amon-Ra St. Brown, who was sidelined against the Panthers with an abdominal injury, took part in some training again.
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Monday, October 9th, 2:20 a.m
Buffalo Bills (3-2) – New York Giants (1-4) -:- BOXSCORE
The Bills are coming from a long trip from London and suffered a bitter defeat against the Jaguars – a home game that they forfeited. Luckily, they can now make amends in a real home game against the 1-4 Giants. New York is completely out of shape, Daniel Jones is currently perhaps the worst starting QB in the NFL and nothing is coming together. As long as RB Saquon Barkley is still out, the Giants’ chances are poor – he trained on a limited basis again. However, it is still unclear whether Jones will be able to play. He missed training on Wednesday with a neck injury. The Giants are also missing various other starters such as TE Darren Waller (hip) or OT Andrew Thomas (hamstring).
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Tuesday, October 10th, 2:15 a.m
Los Angeles Chargers (2-2) – Dallas Cowboys (3-2) -:- BOXSCORE
After a bad start, the Chargers picked themselves up, got two wins and now had a long break with a bye week and an extra day. They have running back Austin Ekeler back and can take full advantage. The Cowboys have already shown top performances against weak teams, but had problems with the Cardinals and no chance against the 49ers in Week 5. If the Chargers play at their top level, they should have good cards.
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