Capping off the day of games was the Philadelphia Eagles getting their 10th win of the season in a matchup against the Green Bay Packers. He led the Jaguars to a game-winning touchdown drive and two-point conversion with 14 seconds remaining in what is definitely the signature victory in his two seasons. But the defense dominated, and the Niners got their fourth win in a row and first shutout since October 2019. The season began on September 8, 2022, with the defending Super Bowl LVI champion Los Angeles Rams falling to Buffalo in the NFL Kickoff Game, and will end on January 8, 2023.The playoffs are scheduled to start on January 14 and will conclude with Super Bowl LVII, the league's The offense is already dangerous, but the Bills would be straight-up terrifying with McCaffrey in the backfield. Bills get: RB Saquon Barkley, 2023 seventh-round pick The Ravens are 3-of-9 in the red zone the last two games, including 2-of-5 on Sunday. 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The Lions are 2-7 against teams currently .500 or better. with concussion, From 'Mr. It didn't help that they spotted the Chiefs 14 points with two lost fumbles in Week 4. The Bolts are also having to adjust without Pro Bowl edge rusher Joey Bosa, who was placed on injured reserve after tearing his groin in Week 3. The Rams do have four interceptions this season. But with more than $9.2 million in base salary remaining due to Quinn this year, the Bears would probably need to restructure the contract and pay about $8 million or so in a signing bonus. -- Jamison Hensley, The 49ers invested heavily in this group in hopes of improving what was the 26th ranked unit in the league in 2021, as measured by expected points added (EPA). A six-game winning streak and a record of 8-7 heading into the final two contests? Depth charts for every team Yes. The 2022 NFL season will kick off a week from Thursday as the Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams host the Buffalo Bills (8:20 p.m. Chiefs get: CB Noah Igbinoghene, 2023 seventh-round pick Twitter @espnradio. Let's execute a classic change-of-scenery trade for two frustrated receivers. I don't see them trading meaningful draft capital to make that sort of move, and having already restructured his deal, the Panthers wouldn't save much money in 2022 by dealing CMC. The victory improved the Chargers' chance of a postseason berth to 60%, according to ESPN analytics, while a loss would have dropped it to 36%. Giants get: RB Zack Moss, 2023 second-round pick. They are scoring touchdowns on about 48% of red zone trips. The biggest issue on defense is forcing turnovers. But quarterback Josh Allen and receiver Stefon Diggs led the unit downfield on back-to-back drives, connecting on five targets for 65 yards and a score on the final two drives to win the game. -- Mike Reiss, Defensive efficiency: 51.9 Those are four pretty important players that should be returning relatively soon for the Giants' stretch run. He was an every-down corner in the slot last season, but after Los Angeles signed Bryce Callahan and J.C Jackson this offseason, his role has disappeared. League rank: 5th. Buffalo seemed to want a second veteran tight end behind Dawson Knox when they signed O.J. -- Courtney Cronin, Defensive efficiency: 54.3 League rank: 21st. -- Kevin Seifert, What/who is underachieving? Erving has just under $2.9 million remaining in base salary this season, so the Panthers would save a meaningful amount of money. ET). Michael Pittman Jr. said Indianapolis expected different kinds of matchups, but the Steelers deployed a two-deep safety alignment that prevented Indianapolis from stretching the field. It's clear that Mims isn't going to live up to his pre-draft expectations, but I still wonder whether he might be worth a flyer for a team like the Ravens. As a team, the Bears rank 31st with 15 sacks through 11 games, and the uptick of blitz packages to manufacture more pressure isn't enough to right the ship. With a favorable schedule, Carolina (4-8) could even make a run in the weak NFC South. -- Nick Wagoner, The Titans' passing game has shown signs of life over the past two weeks. 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We only have to go back to last year to see how trades help mold the postseason. -- Brady Henderson, Next game: at Rams (Sunday, 4:05 p.m. League rank: 23rd. After that, Buffalo mostly played rookie Christian Benford and Dane Jackson. But the unit ranks among the worst in the league this season in this regard, forcing just three turnovers through four games. Nobody collects failed first-round cornerbacks like Chiefs general manager Brett Veach, and while Kansas City added three corners in April's draft, first-rounder Trent McDuffie is on injured reserve. But with the protection improving and players getting healthy, the passing game could improve down the stretch. Jacobs' 86-yard touchdown run in overtime was a fitting end to a game in which Seattle repeatedly got overpowered to the tune of 283 rushing yards. In addition to our updated rankings, we checked in with NFL Nation reporters across the league and asked them to name one person or aspect of their team that is underachieving this season. In the meantime, the Chiefs have made the most of their four turnovers. How will these QBs fare with new teams? -- John Keim, Herbert makes case to get paid The move essentially was a salary dump for a player the Falcons have been trying to move all summer and had already paid an $8.5 million bonus in September. Honestly, there's very little to nitpick the Bengals' defense about. It turns out they were not only wrong about that, but they also overestimated the performance they'd get from their returning veterans. ET). Presumably, they'll return to form once Byron Jones returns from the physically unable to perform list -- which he's eligible to do this week. Of Arizona's 19 sacks this season, only 5.5 have been from edge rushers. Especially with Josh Jacobs carrying the offense at Seattle with 303 total scrimmage yards -- the most in a game in Raiders history -- and the defense doing just enough. PickCenter | ESPN Chalk League rank: 22nd. While that list should include the Chicago Bears, a more interesting spot is the Dallas Cowboys. But as the Nov. 1 deadline nears, teams may need to look beyond free agency for solutions. Devin Duvernay has been more impressive than expected as Baltimore's second wideout, but the Ravens could still use another receiver to compete with players like Tylan Wallace and James Proche. -- Rob Demovsky, Get exclusive access to more than 3,000 premium articles a year from top writers. The Saints have only amassed more than 100 net rushing yards once in the past six games. Full schedule | Standings Gregg Rosenthal has scoured the market to rank NFL.com's Top 101 Free Agents of 2022. Who are the best players remaining in this year's class? And Kenyan Drake has been dismal as the team's veteran back, while Justice Hill hasn't been able to stay healthy. Baker Mayfield is 1-5 as the starter with a league-worst 17.8 Total QBR. with concussion, From 'Mr. Signed through the 2024 season at $17.5 million annually, the 32-year-old isin theorynearing the back end of his effectiveness. -- John Keim. Buffalo had several drops, too. Coach Nathaniel Hackett and Wilson should get most of the heat, but the Broncos have had too many mistakes, too many curious calls, too many what-was-that decisions by Wilson, too many fumbles and far too few touchdowns. You won't want to miss a moment of the 2022 season! -- Paul Gutierrez, Next game: vs. Chargers (Sunday, 4:25 p.m. Chicago wouldn't be tied to Ferrell beyond the 2022 season, but it might be able to unlock the 25-year-old's potential in a new system. Eskridge's explosiveness should make him a big play waiting to happen, but as Seattle's fourth receiver, his best chance might be on special teams now that he has taken over kickoff return duties. But improving in the red zone remains a priority for the offense. They haven't gotten a consistent pass-rush from anyone other than linebacker Uchenna Nwosu. What to know: Jacoby Brissett went out a winner. Add to that the stunning regression of Pro Bowl center Ryan Kelly and one of this team's perceived weaknesses has become a detriment to the entire offense. Can the red-hot Bengals finally get a win against the Browns? The Chiefs have taken the ball from their opponent just four times. Chargers get: CB Kris Boyd, 2023 sixth-round pick Quarterback Kirk Cousins said the Patriots were changing up the type of double teams they used against him and only occasionally left him in true single coverage. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was pulled midway through the third quarter after completing 22 of 36 passes for 299 yards and a touchdown, pushing his streak without an interception to five games. Wyshynski: Ranking NHL's best lines The defensive staff has been slow to adjust in games and from week to week. The Chiefs have some adequate options to return punts, including Justin Watson and, when he returns from injured reserve later this season, Mecole Hardman. And in some cases, the exit from playoff contention may signal an openness to trade certain players because of a their age, contract or potential coaching changes. 1 overall pick, has 2.5 sacks and six QB hits. What to know: The Chargers' playoff hopes are alive after a daring decision by coach Brandon Staley to go for a two-point conversion for the win over the Cardinals rather than kicking an extra point and settling for overtime. To put that in context, Colts running back Jonathan Taylor generated 30.3 EPA as a runner over the entire 2021 season. The semifinals are set! -- Jenna Laine, Next game: vs. Saints (Dec. 5, 8:15 p.m. ET). If the Patriots couldn't stop Justin Jefferson, what will they do against Stefon Diggs next week? The issues that plagued the defense earlier in the season surfaced against the Browns -- a slow start, lack of gap control, overpursuit and costly penalties. While the pass protection in the first half had quarterback Matt Ryan under constant duress, the inability of his receivers to beat the underneath man coverage was concerning. Re-signed on a two-year, $22 million deal that includes $4 million guaranteed. Darnold's Total QBR last season (38.6) was better than only two qualified quarterbacks. The Patriots entered the game as the NFL's 31st-ranked red zone offense and were going up against the league's last-rated red zone defense. The Browns could use him if some of the players ahead of him went down with injuries, but for a team missing significant draft capital after the Deshaun Watson deal, every little bit they can get back counts. Throw in Jones' expiring contract, and the Seahawks have reason to start making calls. Chandler Jones, the free-agent pickup who signed a three-year, $51 million deal to join Las Vegas, is credited with half a sack; that is less than practice squad call-up Tyler Hall, a cornerback. HOU-MIA | ATL-WSH | DEN-CAR | LAR-KC Can the red-hot Bengals finally get a win against the Browns? During the offseason, Poles started to trim big-money and/or long-term financial obligations. It took the Colts until their fourth possession to make a first down, and they ran 22 first-half plays to Pittsburgh's 43. Miami currently has the second-worst pass defense in the NFL through its first four games, although that hasn't translated to the scoreboard. Okwuegbunam was back up to 21% in Week 5, but the Broncos also activated second-round pick Greg Dulcich from injured reserve, which could cost Albert O his spot in the lineup. Cincinnati has one of the best defenses in the NFL. (Tom Pelissero), Signed a five-year, $70 million deal that includes $28 million guaranteed. -- Mike Reiss, What/who is underachieving? Nick Shook reveals team fits for nine notable free agents. Players and coaches have talked about the need to communicate more from the get-go, and not just as the game progresses. Jets get: 2024 conditional seventh-round pick. ET). The Cardinals' four sacks are the fewest in the NFL, and their sacks per pass attempt rate is a league-low 2.88%. The concerning part for Washington is that it lacks corner depth and its starters are both established vets -- Kendall Fuller and William Jackson III. The win puts the Dolphins back atop the AFC East and keeps them in control of their own destiny as they seek their first division title since 2008. They're at the 49ers, at the Chargers and at the Bills to start the month before hosting the Packers on Christmas. All contract data is from Over the Cap. Transactions | Injuries In a year in which the Bears are cleaning up their cap and beginning their latest rebuild, Montgomery probably belongs elsewhere. This is a year where the Giants are doing their final evaluation of quarterback Daniel Jones and fixing their cap situation. But for the season, the run defense has been lacking. Week 4 ranking: 2 Defensive efficiency: 69.1 League rank: 5th The biggest issue on defense is injuries. Let's run through 15 realistic trades that could make sense for both sides. James Jones examines 10 WR moves, providing 2022 stat projections and analysis. Mitch Trubisky is signed through the 2023 season, but releasing him would save the Steelers a valuable $8 million. Brissett has exceeded all expectations in his 11 games as Cleveland's starter. -- Jenna Laine, Defensive efficiency: 52.3 League rank: 31st. JAX | KC | LV | LAC | LAR | MIA | MIN Absolutely. This list, originally published March 14, 2022, at the start of the free agency negotiating window, is not intended to be complete -- it's a spotlight of the most prominent additions and new contracts. Chandon Sullivan has struggled as the team's slot corner this season. But Tennessee's 1,830 passing yards are good for just 31st in the league. In the final Thanksgiving contest, the Minnesota Vikings and New England Patriots battled back and forth until the Vikings pulled away late to earn the victory. ET). How long can this streak last? Now, Michel isn't a superstar, but he's a solid back between the tackles and a player McVay seemed to trust at times last season when he was with the Rams. -- Courtney Cronin, Next game: vs. Packers (Sunday, 1 p.m. What to know: The Chiefs can't be tempted to use rookie wide receiver Skyy Moore as their punt returner again. This season, the Cardinals have relied heavily on an interior push, namely from J.J. Watt and Zach Allen, who account for nine of the 19 sacks. Mosley. Hurts' rushing duties have increased over the past two weeks in the absence of one of his top receiving targets, tight end Dallas Goedert. Everything is top-notch -- with the exception of special teams, which is ranked 22nd. 1 receiver after a stint on injured reserve. But Harris is still the lead back and a vital player in the Steelers' offense, and a prolonged absence could be concerning. Claypool's role might grow with Kenny Pickett taking over as the team's starting quarterback, but I'm not sure he has a long-term future in Pittsburgh. Dec 06, 2022 ET). It's always possible Rodgers could return next week, but if not, the Packers will get the look at Love they need to evaluate his future. 2022 NFL Free Agent Top 100 Rankings | 1-10. Losing sturdy DT Lawrence Guy to a shoulder injury is a contributing factor, but that alone doesn't fully explain the alarming past six quarters the defense has played against the run. But they haven't gotten much from Eskridge, their 2021 second-round pick. The biggest issue on defense is getting off the field on third down. A heavy dose of wide receivers relocated this offseason, including Davante Adams, Amari Cooper and Tyreek Hill. With an Eagles team that runs the ball effectively in their division, the Cowboys have to get better. -- Michael Rothstein, Next game: vs. Steelers (Sunday, 1 p.m. The biggest issue on defense is third-down conversions. ARI | ATL | BAL | BUF | CAR | CHI | CIN Even though they managed to score TDs on three of five such trips in Sunday's loss, the Steelers haven't scored enough points overall, averaging just 17 points per game. The Urban Meyer administration traded former first-round pick CJ Henderson to acquire Arnold last offseason, but with Meyer gone, he has been buried on the tight end depth chart. Against the Dolphins, the Texans barely had more yards (32) in the first half than the Dolphins had points (30). Most deals won't be quite as significant or involve names as notable as the Miller trade, but there's plenty of logical action to go around before the Nov. 1 trade deadline. Defensive backs, Defensive back was considered one of the Saints' deepest positions in the offseason. Raiders get: CB Amani Oruwariye. As a result, the Titans lost a third straight game to the Bengals. Our power panel -- a group of more than 80 writers, editors and TV personalities -- evaluated how teams are stacking up through four weeks and named a new No. If Gardner-Johnson misses extended time, it could spell problems for the back end. At an average of 7.8 air yards, they are higher than the league average. And if he's made that known, the Steelers should try to get some value back for him before it happens. While he put up a 1,000-yard campaign as a rookie, the tight end essentially moved into a new offense with a new quarterback, Marcus Mariota. NFL Week 14 injury report: Updates on Lamar Jackson, Amari Cooper and more. One is that the Rams would need the Bears to follow in Denver's footsteps and eat as much of Quinn's contract as possible. NFL betting odds, picks, tips: Bengals solve Browns; Jets sweep Bills? -- Stephen Holder, With the Lions winning three straight games for the first time since 2017 and fresh off limiting Giants running back Saquon Barkley to just 22 yards off 15 carries, it's not an ideal time to point this out. Will the Giants be healthy for the stretch run? NFL Week 14 injury report: Updates on Lamar Jackson, Amari Cooper and more. In August 2021, the Bengals swapped former first-round pick Billy Price for Giants defensive tackle BJ Hill and landed on an impact contributor, with Hill racking up 5.5 sacks in the regular season and 1.5 more during their run to the Super Bowl. Simultaneously, a franchise that hoped to contend for the postseason can find that dream slipping away. After notching 18.5 sacks with second-team AP All-Pro honors in 2021, Quinn's value probably won't get higher, either. But Garrett is going to have to play through left shoulder and right biceps injuries, at least in the short term. Quinn still has three years left on his deal, so Los Angeles might have to cut him after the season. Cornerbacks D.J. The biggest issue on defense is the fourth quarter. They were the more physical team on both sides. Boyd would be a much more realistic (and less expensive) fourth or fifth cornerback for Los Angeles. It wouldn't be a surprise if the Chargers cut Michel when they feel Isaiah Spiller is ready to play, so this would just be making that move now and getting a late-round pick in the process. What to know: The Vikings reversed the bad karma of their historic Week 11 loss to the Cowboys by beating the Patriots, their second victory over a winning team in the past three weeks. -- Brady Henderson, Washington invested in a new quarterback (Carson Wentz) and drafted a wide receiver in the first round (Jahan Dotson) to pair with Terry McLaurin and a healthy Curtis Samuel. ET). That's been costly for a team that continues to lose close games, and fatigue might be a problem. Will Baker Mayfield be on the roster in two weeks? ET). I'm not sure I buy it. Signed to a three-year, $25.2 million extension before the 2021 season, Davis is in a curious situation with the Chargers. But this group -- with just two team interceptions -- and the defense as a whole haven't performed as hoped. But the receiving production is not even close to a season ago, with 28 catches for 356 yards and two touchdowns. Backup Kyle Allen wasn't any better in his first start, as he produced a passer rating of 67.8 with an interception and a touchdown. It was Washington that was executing Atlanta's offensive game plan, and pulling it off with more precision. The Packers have refused to make a significant investment at wide receiver over the past few years, but given how little their passing attack has shown this season, I'm hoping Brian Gutekunst is willing to take the plunge. League rank: 13th. We'll start with a pair of deals that would send playmakers to Buffalo: Jump to a notable trade proposal: Lions get: EDGE Clelin Ferrell More NFL coverage . Cleveland was missing three of its four starters along the defensive line in Sunday's loss to the Falcons, including star pass-rusher Myles Garrett. A big reason for this is the absence of linebacker Shaquille Leonard, who made his short-lived season debut on Sunday, only to leave with a concussion in the second half. Gregg Rosenthal examines some of the riskiest contracts NFL teams have given out in free agency so far, including the Jaguars' acquisition of Christian Kirk and the Saints' signing of Marcus Maye. Barkley | Claypool | Erving This year's group has flopped again. The loss to the Commanders does damage to any potential wild-card hopes as Washington would now hold the head-to-head tiebreaker. Several big-name quarterbacks have been on the move this offseason, including nine-time Pro Bowler Russell Wilson. Early on, executives want to see if internal development can address any issues. What might Dalton Schultz, Mike Gesicki and Orlando Brown hope to earn on new deals? -- Adam Teicher, Defensive efficiency: 69.1 His players proved him right by taking a 30-0 lead by halftime. The Jets are allowing opponents to convert 51% of the time on third down, which ranks 31st out of 32 teams. Steelers get: TE Albert Okwuegbunam. They're actually getting decent pressure on the quarterback, with a 35% pressure rate (19th) on third down. His completion rate (55.6%) is the exact same as last season -- and that's not good. Their turnaround on defense was key to their four-game winning streak, but they've struggled against the run since. He completed 20 of 28 attempts for 174 yards, and he used his connection with George Pickens for a successful 2-point conversion on a scramble drill. (Ian Rapoport), Re-signed on a three-year, $9 million deal. -- Jeff Legwold. Patriots get: WR Robbie Anderson. Trubisky's time as the starter in Pittsburgh is over, and the 2017 first-rounder will likely be cut after the season, given his $8 million unguaranteed base salary in 2023. The destination for all NFL-related videos. 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The biggest issue on defense is the 49ers' offense. While the choices are subjective, our focus is on immediate-impact players who could reasonably be available via trade. With all the QB movement happening this offseason, it seems like a good time to revisit the top quarterback trades in NFL history. With Cleveland linebacker Anthony Walker done for the year (left knee), the team needed another off-ball linebacker to play alongside Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah. League rank: 16th. Let's run through 15 realistic trades that could make sense for both sides. A healthy Adams would be making a difference as a run defender and a pass-rusher. It's been a bit of a high-wire act that seems destined to hurt Philadelphia in one of these games. Browns get: 2023 sixth-round pick. The Giants have a top-10 pass defense at the moment. It hasn't been pretty, and there's a chance Sam Darnold could be named the starter this week. 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Defenses are going to stack the box against the Ravens until Jackson can make them pay for doing so. What to know: Cincinnati picked up a key win to begin its toughest stretch of the season. It allowed L.A. coach Sean McVay to add a future Hall of Famer for the minimum, and I'm not sure the Rams would have won Super Bowl LVI without Miller's one-on-one dominance during January and February. -- Paul Gutierrez, What/who is underachieving? 6) EDGE Chandler Jones Jones is the biggest name on the pass-rushing market, but I cant imagine non-contenders looking to pay him the big bucks at his age. League rank: 8th. However, Hasty came up big after Etienne went down in the first half against the Ravens, accounting for 95 total yards and a touchdown. It sure looks that way. The other problem is that Quinn didn't really seem to enjoy his first go-round with the Rams. The biggest issue on defense is forcing takeaways. What to know: Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said he was pleased with his team's focus and work ethic following its Week 11 bye. League rank: 1st. Trubisky isn't a starting-caliber quarterback, but his mobility makes him a passable backup if Wilson needs to miss time. Los Angeles hasn't been able to move the ball consistently all season, and that continued Sunday in the Rams' loss to the Saints. -- DJ Bien-Aime, Stephen A.: Mahomes put questions about Chiefs' offense to bed (1:55), Updated NFL Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus the biggest issues for every team's defense, What to know for NFL Week 14: Score picks, bold predictions, fantasy tips, key stats for every game, Sources: Lamar may miss Ravens' next 2 games, Sources: Giants' Barkley (neck) '50-50' to play, Sources: Saints, coaches, player fined $500K+, Source: Seahawks RBs Walker, Dallas likely out, Sources: Jags' Lawrence (toe) to play vs. Titans, Sources: Ravens will activate RB Dobbins off IR, Pats WR Meyers ruled out Mon. When the game was still in the balance, they continued to play with the formation wide open, as if their left tackle and starting center aren't on injured reserve -- and as if three of the receivers in uniform aren't undrafted players, with two being rookies. That's not to oversimplify what's gone wrong for Seattle's defense, which has had all sorts of issues during another awful start. White gets shot at redemption, There's a simple reason the Panthers are 3-8: poor play at quarterback. With explosive offenses coming up, the D-line better healthy fast. Irrelevant' to rookie starting QB: The twists and turns of Brock Purdy's journey to the 49ers, Ravens' Tyler Huntley thrives as the underdog, Commanders' receiving trio could hold key to playoff berth, Broncos ending 13-game loss streak to Chiefs would mean 'everything'. Maurice Jones-Drew examines seven sack artists' relocations, providing 2022 stat projections and analysis. The same isn't true for the Ravens, who typically mine the league's compensatory formula for all it's worth. -- Rich Cimini, It's no secret that Tom Brady has a completely rebuilt interior offensive line and that Rob Gronkowski and Antonio Brown are no longer on the team. 2. Irrelevant' to rookie starting QB: The twists and turns of Brock Purdy's journey to the 49ers, Ravens' Tyler Huntley thrives as the underdog, Commanders' receiving trio could hold key to playoff berth, Broncos ending 13-game loss streak to Chiefs would mean 'everything'. League rank: 10th. After looking like a budding star during his 2020 debut season, he took a step backward in 2021 and has been anonymous in the offense this season. In the fourth quarter, opposing quarterbacks have posted an NFL-best 88.6 QBR against the Ravens, throwing five touchdowns and getting sacked twice. The 2022 NFL trade deadline has passed, with a record-setting number of deals going down -- including a few expected to make a significant impact over the season's final 10 weeks and beyond. Trevor Siemian ended up getting the start against the Jets in place of Justin Fields (shoulder) after the veteran backup injured an oblique in warm-ups and the Bears announced Nathan Peterman as QB1. 32, plus PLENTY of movement in between. When running back Joe Mixon returns after being out with a concussion, Perine has earned the right for a few more carries. For now, the challenge is determining how much the weather impacted that performance. The Steelers starting running back sustained an abdominal injury in the second quarter and didn't return after halftime. It's also difficult to imagine the Bills being able to afford the $12 million that McCaffrey is owed in 2023, meaning they would either need to convince him to take a pay cut or move on from the veteran back after one season in town. His passer rating is 10 points lower this year, and he has already thrown 11 interceptions, which has surpassed his rookie total of 10. Detroit currently leads the league in scoring but also allows the most points in the league. The inability to find a rhythm on offense beyond the second quarter has plagued the Titans all season. ET). -- Alaina Getzenberg, Defensive efficiency: 85.7 Sidney Jones, meanwhile, hasn't consistently factored into the Seattle Seahawks' plans despite a solid 2021 campaign. It's one of the many reasons they're winless, and it has made them vulnerable in the play-action game, too. The biggest issue on defense is points allowed. There are only three teams allowing more rushing yards after contact than the Packers. Although they lost the game, Burks appears to have emerged as the Titans' No. -- Ben Baby, What/who is underachieving? ET). League rank: 17th. NFL Week 4 takeaways: 49ers roll, Raiders get a win, and everything we learned from wins by the Cowboys, Bills, Chiefs and Eagles, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. The NFL trade deadline is set for 4 p.m. Of the 97 pass completions against them, 69 have come by receivers who have at least three yards of separation at the time of the throw, the fourth-highest total in the league. Knox and backup Tommy Sweeney have both struggled to stay healthy, leading the Bills to rely on Quintin Morris a week ago. Forgotten in all the self-congratulation the Packers did this offseason about how good their defense was last year and how great it was going to be this year was the fact that they ranked 30th in the NFL last season in rushing yards allowed per rush at 4.7. What to know: The Titans' second-half woes resurfaced. In the second half, Baltimore has given up an NFL-worst 1,019 yards while allowing 67 points. 1 receiver going forward? Anthony Holzman-Escareno projects potential long-term extensions for 2022's franchise-tagged players. But the kicking game remains a question mark, as Robbie Gould has an 81.3% field goal rate and has had two kicks blocked, while punter Mitch Wishnowsky has had an attempt deflected, as well. It's not clear whether the Ravens trust J.K. Dobbins right now, given that his snap percentage dropped between Week 4 and Week 5. A way-too-early look at the USMNT depth chart for 2026 World Cup, Man City's Castellanos is settling nicely in WSL, just in time for Man United's visit. JaMycal Hasty hadn't done much -- 24 yards on 13 touches since the trade -- and Snoop Conner had played just two snaps. So, let's get to it. To an extent, but let's not get carried away. But how do you explain losing at home after a bye to a three-win Raiders team? However, in the Week 4 loss to the Raiders, the Broncos were pushed off the ball far too often in run defense. When you have to play the Bills, you can never run out of cornerbacks, and it wouldn't surprise me if Kansas City tried to add at least one corner between now and the postseason. NFL+ gives you the freedom to watch LIVE out-of-market preseason games, LIVE local and primetime regular season and postseason games on your phone or tablet, the best NFL programming on-demand, and MORE! TE Kyle Pitts, The expectations on Pitts might have been unfair to start the season. Bourne, whose contract runs through 2023, would be a solid addition for a receiver-needy roster. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Stafford missed two games in three weeks in the concussion protocol, and McVay was clear last week that the team wouldn't do anything "reckless" with its quarterback's health. 1 team: Jump to a team: The Falcons are allowing opponents to convert 44% of third-down chances, ranking 24th out of the 32 teams. Before that throw, Jackson was having one of his worst passing games (13-of-29 for 168 yards). -- Turron Davenport, Defensive efficiency: 65.8 -- Brady Henderson, Defensive efficiency: 37.6 The Rams miss Von Miller. Plus, at the beginning of the 2022 offseason, Carolina was ready to entertain offers for star runner Christian McCaffrey. He's not expected to put up two sacks with a fumble recovery in every game, but the Lions can find a role for him. But they do need much more than what they've gotten thus far. Will the Niners ever allow a second-half point again? After the first wave of free agency, a number of impact players remain available on the open market. NFL Week 14 injury report: Updates on Lamar Jackson, Amari Cooper and more. Reed and rookie Sauce Gardner are holding up nicely on the outside, but they're giving up too many chunk plays in the middle of the field. Gregg Rosenthal spotlights some of the best contract signings thus far, with the Buccaneers finding value and the Chargers wisely breaking the bank for a true CB1. With a big game coming up against the Patriots, White's availability could be key as the defense continues allowing opposing No. (Ian Rapoport). Bourne was a standout for the Patriots in 2021, but he fell into Bill Belichick's doghouse this offseason. Injuries have played a role, to Wentz, Dotson and tight end Logan Thomas. But what has also stood out is how many injuries the Bills have accumulated, especially in the secondary. This defense's ability to close games should come in handy as the Niners make their postseason push. What is Najee Harris' prognosis? -- DJ Bien-Aime, Next game: vs. Browns (Sunday, 1 p.m. It allowed L.A. coach Sean McVay to add a future Hall of Famer for the minimum, and I'm not sure the Rams would have won Super Bowl LVI without Miller's one-on-one dominance during January and February. The Bears are the NFL's worst team against the run, having allowed 733 rushing yards through four games (183.3 yards per game), and are on pace to reach historically low marks. Plus, four of the Raiders' last six games are at home. As Devin McCourty said after the game, "We play like that against No. The 2022-23 MLB offseason is underway, and we've got you covered with grades and analysis for every major signing and trade this winter. Coach Brian Daboll and GM Joe Schoen (both of whom just joined the organization from these very Bills) aren't naive to the situation at hand, though. Is there anything the Vikings can't do with Justin Jefferson? A multitude of running backs punishing an opposing front seven, running no matter the down and distance. At 4-1, the Vikings have legitimate playoff aspirations and need help at cornerback. The biggest issue on defense is defending the pass. CeeDee Lamb emerges as a WR1 This was especially so when Denver was forced into its nickel package on defense and the Raiders then pounded away at it. The Dolphins also are averaging a league-worst five yards per punt return and allowing a league-high 30.15 yards per kick return. Michael Gallup is back, but Dallas has minimal depth behind him, CeeDee Lamb and Noah Brown. (Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero), Signed one-year deal worth up to $5 million. It took place at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, New York, on April 28 and April 29, 2007. Tagovailoa already has been ruled out for Week 5. The Giants have started in-season additions Marcus Johnson and Isaiah Hodgins already this season, and Darius Slayton is their leading receiver. Texans get: 2023 fifth-round pick. Deep passing game, Lamar Jackson has struggled to stretch the field, connecting on just 24.2% of his passes (8-of-23) that have traveled at least 20 yards in the air. They're now a half-game behind the Giants -- and they play them twice in the next three weeks. Welcome to Week 12 of the 2022 NFL season, which opened on Thanksgiving Day with three games. The Bills' defense is ranked in the top five of almost every major category -- with third-down defense (41.3%, 19th) being one of a few concerns. When will Justin Fields return? What to know: Thanks to the Falcons' loss to the Commanders, Tom Brady and the Bucs remain in first place in the NFC South, but losing All-Pro right tackle Tristan Wirfs for any length of time and possibly the remainder of the season after he was carted off the field with a left leg injury could have devastating ramifications. You could chalk up their defeat to Tom Brady and the Bucs in Munich to getting beat by the best QB of all time on a sloppy field. Kadarius Toney was traded; Kenny Golladay has been nonexistent (four catches, 51 yards this season); Sterling Shepard is out for the rest of the campaign following surgery on his left ACL; and rookie Wan'Dale Robinson finished his rookie season with six games after suffering a right ACL injury on Sunday. League rank: 3rd. Buccaneers get: OL Joe Haeg At 9-2, closing in on an NFC North title and still within range of the NFC's No. Burks' emergence is timely considering Tennessee will face former Titans No. The biggest issue on defense is the nickel package. The defense struggles in yards per rush, red zone efficiency and third-down conversions -- ranking last in all categories. That's a scary thing for the rest of the NFL. The answer is yes, but the 49ers haven't yielded a second-half score since a Week 7 loss to the Chiefs, a streak of four games. Barkley makes more sense for the Bills than McCaffrey. A slightly sexier rumor making the rounds this week suggests the Bills could trade for Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey. League rank: 18th, The Chargers' defense appeared dominant -- on paper -- entering the season. DT Folorunso Fatukasi had been a key part of the success, but he went down with a quad injury against the Eagles and his status going forward is unclear. It was enough to get the job done against New Orleans, but San Francisco can't afford such a flat offensive performance next week with old friend Mike McDaniel and the Dolphins coming to town. -- Stephen Holder, Next game: at Cowboys (Sunday, 8:20 p.m. The biggest issue on defense is a banged-up defensive line. Buffalo Bills (3-1). -- Josh Weinfuss, Defensive efficiency: 29.6 Remember how good Taylor was last season? WR Dee Eskridge, There aren't a lot of choices on the Seahawks because, as a team, they've overachieved based on outside expectations. TB-CLE | CIN-TEN | CHI-NYJ | BAL-JAX The loss also hurts their chances to win the NFC South -- although Tampa Bay's loss to Cleveland keeps the Falcons within a half-game of the lead in the weirdest division in football. They're losing one-on-one matchups and committing too many penalties on the back end, where they're playing three young corners plus a backup at safety in Josh Jones because of the serious knee injury Adams suffered in the opener. Cornerback Tre'Davious White was active for the first time since tearing his ACL on Thanksgiving last year, but played just the first two series (15 snaps). Even the return of two starting linemen did nothing to help, and Kamara's fumbles put his total at four this season, tying a career high. He played his largest snap count of the season in the Week 5 win over the Lions, but that was only because Nelson Agholor was benched after his drop led to an interception. There should be no surprise when the Bills are linked to any Panthers player, given how often Buffalo general manager Brandon Beane returns to add players from his former organization. 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