The Seattle Seahawks maintained their unbeaten streak, improving to 9-0, while the Dallas Cowboys (8-1) and San Francisco 49ers (8-1) dominated their respective divisions. In contrast, the Jacksonville Jaguars (7-2) saw their winning streak broken, and the Detroit Lions (6-3) extended their winning run to five games. Meanwhile, the New Orleans Saints (8-2) solidified their lead in the NFC South with a two-game streak.
The NFC West was particularly dramatic, as the Seahawks’ 38-31 victory over Washington showcased their resilience. Meanwhile, the NFC North and AFC South remain competitive, with the Lions and Texans chasing their respective division leaders.
AFC East
The Miami Dolphins (6-3) edged ahead in a closely contested division, ending their one-game losing streak with a win over the New England Patriots (6-4). Despite their strong divisional record (3-0), the Dolphins’ inconsistent scoring defense (230 points allowed) remains a concern. The Patriots’ loss to the Indianapolis Colts (16-10) revealed offensive struggles, as they failed to capitalize on a solid defensive effort. The Buffalo Bills (5-5) fell to the Denver Broncos, marking their second consecutive loss and raising doubts about their playoff hopes despite boasting the league’s highest points scored (352). The New York Jets (2-7) managed to snap a five-game losing streak with a gritty 23-17 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders.
AFC North
The AFC North saw a tightening of standings, with the Cleveland Browns, Cincinnati Bengals, and Baltimore Ravens all sitting at 5-4. The Bengals capitalized on Joe Mixon’s dominant 111-yard, two-touchdown performance to defeat the Houston Texans 27-19. Meanwhile, the Ravens surged past the Browns 30-9, powered by Lamar Jackson’s efficient two-touchdown outing and a defense that stifled Cleveland’s offense. The Pittsburgh Steelers (3-6) mounted an electrifying comeback against the Green Bay Packers, winning 42-36 behind Najee Harris’ 122 rushing yards. Despite being last in the division, the Steelers showed resilience and offensive potential.
AFC South
The Jacksonville Jaguars (7-2) suffered a shocking 34-27 loss to the San Francisco 49ers despite leading 20-0 early. Christian McCaffrey torched their defense with 189 rushing yards and two touchdowns. The Houston Texans (6-3) fell short against the Bengals, unable to contain Joe Mixon or convert key opportunities. The Tennessee Titans (4-5) struggled against Tampa Bay, losing 27-10 in a game marked by Baker Mayfield’s three-touchdown performance. The Indianapolis Colts (2-8) secured a rare win, outlasting New England 16-10 as Gardner Minshew threw the game-winning touchdown in the fourth quarter.
AFC West
The Los Angeles Chargers (6-3) and Denver Broncos (6-3) share the division lead, but Week 10 told two different stories for these teams. The Chargers lost a heartbreaker to Detroit (31-28), with Justin Herbert’s 313 passing yards overshadowed by the Lions’ clock management and six Michael Badgley field goals. Denver defeated Buffalo 31-21, with Russell Wilson delivering a composed performance and their defense capitalizing on turnovers. The Kansas City Chiefs (5-4) faltered again, marking their second straight loss, while the Las Vegas Raiders (2-8) remain in free fall, losing to the Jets despite Aidan O’Connell’s 255-yard passing effort.
NFC East
The Dallas Cowboys (8-1) extended their dominance with a commanding 34-7 victory over the New York NFC Giants. Dak Prescott threw for 347 yards, while the defense stifled the Giants’ passing attack, holding them to a mere 47 yards. The Philadelphia Eagles (3-6) continued their slump, now on a three-game losing streak. Washington (2-8) put up a valiant fourth-quarter rally against Seattle but ultimately fell 38-31. The Giants (2-8) remain mired in last place, with Saquon Barkley’s 108 rushing yards being their only bright spot.
NFC North
The Detroit Lions (6-3) extended their winning streak to five games, squeaking past the Chargers in a thriller. Jahmyr Gibbs led the rushing attack with 91 yards, while Badgley’s leg sealed the victory. The Green Bay Packers (5-4) lost a high-scoring affair to the Steelers despite Jordan Love’s 302-yard, three-touchdown performance. The Minnesota Vikings (4-6) were outclassed by the New Orleans Saints, with their defense conceding 464 passing yards. The Chicago Bears (2-8) defeated Carolina 27-15, thanks to Khalil Herbert’s two rushing touchdowns and Jaquan Brisker’s pick-six.
NFC South
The New Orleans Saints (8-2) dominated Minnesota, with Derek Carr torching the Vikings’ secondary for 464 yards and three touchdowns. Alvin Kamara showcased his dual-threat abilities with 127 receiving yards. The Atlanta Falcons (5-5) edged Arizona 40-37 in an overtime thriller, as Desmond Ridder accounted for four touchdowns and Drake London hauled in three. Tampa Bay (4-5) rode Baker Mayfield’s hot hand to defeat Tennessee, and Carolina (3-6) continued to flounder despite a solid rushing performance from Chuba Hubbard (99 yards).
NFC West
The Seattle Seahawks (9-0) remained undefeated, surviving a fourth-quarter surge from Washington. Geno Smith led the way with 283 passing yards and two scores, including a 66-yard pick-six by Riq Woolen. The San Francisco 49ers (8-1) kept pace with Seattle, overcoming Jacksonville in a comeback win fueled by McCaffrey’s heroics. The Los Angeles Rams (4-5) fell further out of contention, while the Arizona Cardinals (2-8) lost in heartbreaking fashion to Atlanta despite Kyler Murray’s 311 passing yards and two touchdowns.
Key Player Performances
Quarterbacks
- Derek Carr (NO): Led the week with 464 yards and three touchdowns.
- Desmond Ridder (ATL): Thrived under pressure with 373 yards and four touchdowns, including the game-winner.
- Dak Prescott (DAL): Efficiently dismantled the Giants’ defense with 347 passing yards.
Running Backs
- Christian McCaffrey (SF): Week 10 MVP with 189 rushing yards and two touchdowns.
- Najee Harris (PIT): Anchored Pittsburgh’s ground attack with 122 yards.
- Joe Mixon (CIN): Racked up 111 yards and two critical touchdowns.
Wide Receivers
- Christian Watson (GB): Exploded for 135 yards, including a 75-yard touchdown.
- Drake London (ATL): Dominated Arizona’s defense with three touchdowns.
- Chris Olave (NO): Contributed 119 yards and two scores in a rout of Minnesota.
Defensive Highlights
- Interceptions: Tashaun Gipson (SF) stood out with two interceptions. Pick-sixes by Jaquan Brisker (CHI) and Riq Woolen (SEA) were game-changers.
- Sacks: Jarran Reed (SEA) and Maxx Crosby (LV) each recorded three sacks, disrupting their opponents’ offenses.
Special Teams
Michael Badgley (DET) led all kickers with 19 points, converting six field goals and an extra point, including the game-winner against the Chargers.