Giants end 13-game losing streak against Eagles in defensive slugfest

The NFL’s international series took centre stage in Madrid as the Cincinnati Bengals delivered a spectacle at the Bernabeu. According to BBC News ^[1], quarterback Joe Burrow completed 24 of 29 passes for 271 yards and four touchdowns, leading his team to a 34-17 victory over the Atlanta Falcons. Ja'Marr Chase added a season-high 155 receiving yards, extending Cincinnati's winning streak to three games and putting them at 6-2 in the AFC North.

Back on US soil, the Chicago Bears survived a late scare against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The BBC reported ^[1] that Bears quarterback Caleb Williams threw four interceptions before leading the team into field-goal range. Cairo Santos kicked a 38-yarder as time expired to secure a 27-24 win, marking Chicago's fourth straight victory and keeping them second in the NFC North.

In Denver, the Broncos extended their dominance in tight contests. They secured a 26-21 road win over the Carolina Panthers, marking their 16th consecutive one-score victory in the regular season, a new NFL record, according to BBC News ^[1]. The win also solidified their position atop the AFC West.

Emotion ran high at Gillette Stadium as Tom Brady returned for the first time since retiring to broadcast the game alongside Rob Gronkowski. Despite the nostalgic atmosphere, Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love put on a masterclass, throwing three touchdown passes and running one in for a 45-27 Packers victory. This marked the most points the Patriots had allowed at home since 1970, the BBC noted ^[1].

Meanwhile, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce surpassed Philip Rivers and Antonio Gates for the most passing yards by a quarterback-tight end duo in NFL history. Their partnership reached 9,360 yards during a 35-12 win over the New York Jets, as reported by BBC News ^[1].

Elsewhere, the Los Angeles Rams defeated the Washington Commanders 20-13, with Myles Garrett recording three sacks. Wide receiver Puka Nacua suffered a knee injury and will undergo an MRI, potentially sidelining him alongside teammate Davante Adams. In a defensive struggle, the New York Giants finally ended a 13-game losing streak against the Philadelphia Eagles, winning 19-11, according to BBC News ^[1].

The San Francisco 49ers improved to 7-1, the best record in the league, after defeating the Las Vegas Raiders 38-17. As the trade deadline approaches, the Indianapolis Colts remain active, having already traded key players and reportedly discussing deals for Jonathan Taylor and Daniel Jones.