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The NFL can see another worst to first turnaround this season. Overall, seven teams that missed the playoffs last season have at least four wins. The New England Patriots are leading the AFC East at 5-2,
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4 teams guaranteed to win in Week 9 of the 2025 NFL Season
There are several matchups in Week 9 where we simply know what the result is going to be, so let's get into it.
Let’s break down five NFL teams that have been surprisingly good… and five that have been huge disappointments.
The Chicago Bears have struggled with penalties, ranking among the worst in the NFL. Chicago's pass rush is a significant weakness, ranking 25th in the league with only 14 sacks. Numerous injuries to key players have impacted the Bears' performance throughout the season.
Frankly, the Lions likely hoped for more from each of their last two first-round picks this year, as both Arnold and Tyleik Williams continue to underwhelm. But Arnold is a year further along, and he's been assaulted in coverage when healthy as a sophomore.
The Athletic's beat reporters gathered every piece of available intel and insight ahead of the league's Nov. 4 trade deadline.
The Colts' Daniel Jones deal looks great now; the Texans' OL deals do not. Let's review every NFL team's signings, trades, hirings and draft picks with hindsight.
Despite Prescott’s strong play, however, the Cowboys are 3-4-1 on the season. They are coming off a disappointing 44-24 blowout loss to Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos on Sunday, which further compounded Dallas’ defensive woes this year.
The 6-2 Philadelphia Eagles will get some much-needed rest during their Week 9 bye and return in Week 10, rested and healthier, looking to take down the hated Packers at Lambeau Field. Here's a look at the highest and lowest graded players from the Eagles' offense and defense after the first six games via Pro Football Focus.
You can also sign up for YouTube TV’s NFL Sunday Ticket (that’s what I do) to get all non-primetime Falcons games if you’re out of market. WEEK 7: Loss at San Francisco 49ers, Sunday Night Football, October 19,