NFL Week 5 Highlights: Big Wins and Controversial Losses

NEW YORK, NY — The NFL’s Week 5 action saw thrilling victories and gut-wrenching losses across the league. The week kicked off with a nail-biting overtime matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams on Thursday night.

San Francisco triumphed after stopping Rams running back on a crucial fourth-and-1 play at the 11-yard line. The excitement continued into Sunday, starting in London, where the Minnesota Vikings salvaged their trip with a last-minute 12-yard touchdown pass, that secured their win against the Cleveland Browns.

Back in the states, the Houston Texans exacted revenge against the Baltimore Ravens, while the New Orleans Saints celebrated their first win of the season by defeating the New York Giants. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Eagles took a hit with their first loss, falling to the Denver Broncos.

The afternoon slate proved equally competitive, highlighted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers edging out the Seattle Seahawks in a thrilling finish. The Tennessee Titans achieved their first victory of the season against the Arizona Cardinals, capitalizing on a late comeback.

In the night’s prime-time showdown, the New England Patriots, buoyed by solid performances, handed the Buffalo Bills their first loss of the season.

Wrapping up the week, the Jacksonville Jaguars delivered a statement performance on Monday night, taking down the Kansas City Chiefs.

As the dust settles, NFL Nation reporters weighed in, tackling lingering questions from each game while detailing critical updates across each team.

Looking ahead, the Jaguars will seek to continue their momentum against the Seahawks next Sunday, while the Chiefs face the Lions, aiming to regroup after their surprise loss.

With the season heating up, questions linger about key offensive performances and how teams will adjust moving forward into Week 6.