Week 10 of the NFL was a rollercoaster filled with shocking upsets, thrilling comebacks, and decisive victories. Five underdog teams claimed victory, proving that big leads can vanish in an instant. There were also several standout individual performances, including Jonathan Taylor rushing for 244 yards for the Colts and De”Von Achane of the Dolphins running for 174 yards. Rookie TreVeyon Henderson of the Patriots made headlines with two touchdowns, each over 50 yards, while DeMarcus Lawrence scored twice on fumble returns for Seattle. Additionally, Matthew Stafford made history as the first player to throw at least four touchdown passes without an interception in three consecutive games.
The Miami Dolphins pulled off a stunning victory against the Buffalo Bills, winning 30-13. Despite being 8.5-point favorites after their win against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, the Bills struggled. Quarterback Josh Allen committed two turnovers, and Buffalo fell behind 16-0 by halftime. Tua Tagovailoa threw two touchdown passes, while Achane also scored twice. The Dolphins now have two wins in their last three games and will face Washington next week.
The New Orleans Saints, led by rookie quarterback Tyler Shough, defeated the Carolina Panthers 17-7. Shough threw for 282 yards and two touchdowns, marking a significant achievement in his second start. The Panthers, after a promising win over the Packers, fell short and could not capitalize on their home advantage.
The Houston Texans mounted an impressive comeback against the Jacksonville Jaguars, recovering from a 19-point deficit in the fourth quarter. With starter C.J. Stroud sidelined due to a concussion, backup Davis Mills threw two touchdown passes and added a rushing touchdown in a dramatic finish. The Texans can even their record next week against Tennessee.
The Chicago Bears also staged a late-game comeback, trailing the New York Giants 20-10 before rallying for a 21-20 win. Quarterback Caleb Williams connected on a short touchdown pass and scrambled for another, leading his team to victory. Since starting the season 0-2, the Bears have now won six of their last seven games.
In a thrilling matchup in Germany, the Colts narrowly defeated the Atlanta Falcons. After tying the game with a last-minute field goal, Taylor”s 8-yard touchdown run sealed the win in overtime. The Colts now hold an impressive 8-2 record.
The margins of victory in the late games were significant, with an average of 20 points. The Los Angeles Rams jumped to a 21-0 lead against San Francisco but had to fend off a challenge to secure a 35-20 win. Stafford”s performance has been stellar this season, boasting 25 touchdown passes against just two interceptions.
Meanwhile, Seattle demolished Arizona 44-22, with Lawrence playing a key role in the victory. The Chargers showcased a strong defensive outing, limiting Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers to just 151 total yards in a 25-10 victory.
Finally, the New England Patriots continued their ascent in the AFC East with a 28-23 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Coach Mike Vrabel celebrated the team”s sweep of the NFC South, while Henderson”s dynamic running game proved pivotal.
As the season progresses, the NFL landscape becomes increasingly competitive, with teams vying for playoff positions and making bold statements on the field.
