NFL Football 8-Hour Briefing
×Last updated: October 18, 2026, 10:40 PM ET
Sunday Results & Standouts
Jordan Love hit Matthew Golden for an early touchdown as the Packers struck first. Rodgers threw two touchdowns to tie Peyton Manning on the all-time passing list, lifting Pittsburgh to an overtime win. Caleb Williams completed 30 of 36 passes for 305 yards and a touchdown in his return from injury, showing no rust as Chicago beat Atlanta. Travis Hunter became the first player since 2002 with an interception and a touchdown catch in the same game, though Jacksonville still fell at Wembley.
Week 6 Takeaways & Fantasy
Our NFL Nation reporters weighed in on Week 6, asking whether the Bills, Browns and Cardinals had made the biggest statements. In fantasy, Trevor Lawrence and Malik Nabers impressed, while Kenneth Walker III's teammates and Henry disappointed managers.
Injuries & Roster Moves
The Eagles placed Jalen Hurts on injured reserve and expect him to be out indefinitely. Patriots receiver Romeo Doubs was hurt on a 42-yard touchdown catch, one of several New England players to exit a win over the Jets. Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey was ruled out with a concussion after returning from a Week 4 foot injury. Falcons rookie Kendal Daniels rejoined the team after being hospitalized with a neck injury.
Controversies & Discipline
C.J. Gardner-Johnson was ejected from the Bills' win over the Raiders after an apparent spitting incident. Panthers tight end Tommy Tremble apologized for a taunt that cost his team a penalty, admitting it was payback for a suplex by Eagles defender DeJean. Derrick Henry took the blame for a fourth-quarter fumble that led to Cleveland's only touchdown.
Colts & Titans
Colts fans booed their team after a loss to the lowly Titans, with calls to "Fire Ballard" ringing out, and coach Steichen said he did not blame them. Tennessee earned its first win of the season after Jeffery Simmons' halftime message and play inspired the comeback. Indianapolis's decision to re-sign Daniel Jones was also questioned in the week's overreactions.
Quarterbacks & Rivalries
Giants coach John Harbaugh would not name a starter after the home loss to New Orleans, leaving both quarterback and running back spots unsettled. Patriots receiver A.J. Brown had a career-high three drops in his return, insisting he is better than that. In Cleveland, Jerry Jeudy earned the game ball with a clutch catch amid trade speculation. The Rams' punter nailed a go-ahead extra point after Blake Grupe left injured.
Around the League
Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin led the week's best arrivals in a game-day style showcase. The Cowboys and Packers' rivalry is being revisited ahead of a Sunday Night Football matchup, while the lasting fallout of the Micah Parsons trade continues for both franchises.
Coming Up
The NFL confirmed the Steelers-Saints game in Paris will go ahead on Oct. 26 despite civil unrest in France. Cowboys and Packers meet on Sunday Night Football in the next marquee matchup.