The 2024 NFL season is in full swing, and each week seems to bring us a surprise or two. Gameday 5 was no exception with a couple of stunning wins for the Arizona Cardinals and New York Giants particularly impressive.
As well as all the details from Gameday 5, we will also preview the forthcoming action for Gameday 6 this coming weekend.
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So, let's begin with a look back at the action from Gameday 5.
New Orleans Saints (2-3) 13-26 Kansas City Chiefs (5-0)
Bye Week: Philadelphia Eagles (2-2), Tennessee Titans (1-3), Los Angeles Chargers (2-2), Detroit Lions (3-1)
Noteworthy Performances
Continuing a Good Start
Just two teams remain with a 100% winning record after five games; the Minnesota Vikings and the Kansas City Chiefs. The Vikings head into their Bye week still unbeaten. Arguably the most impressive start to the season though has been by the Washington Commanders, who sit 4-1 in the NFC East.
Back on Track
After two wins in the last two weeks, the Baltimore Ravens certainly look back on track after a relatively slow start. It was a massive win they had against the Bengals this week. The Arizona Cardinals also got back to winning ways with a huge win over the 49ers. Also looking better were the Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans and the Jacksonville Jaguars earned their first win of the season with a last gasp win over the Indianapolis Colts.
Gameweek 5 Shocker
The Seattle Seahawks had a week to forget. Heading into the week they were 3-1 and looking strong, But the unfancied New York Giants headed west and came away with an excellent 29-20 victory.
Still Struggling
It's the usual suspects struggling once again this week. The Carolina Panthers were well beaten by the Chicago Bears and the Buffalo Bills and New Orleans Saints 2-0 starts seem a distant memory. It's also been a problematic start for the injury hit San Francisco 49ers, while the Cleveland Browns have plenty of issues to contend with. Cincinnati are probably the strongest of the one-win teams, but they need to turn that form around quickly.
Big Winners of Gameweek 3
The Texans, Cardinals, Cowboys and Broncos all enjoyed excellent wins this week, but the peerformance of the week this week goes to the New York Giants, who travelled to Seattle and came away with a 29-20 win over the formerly 3-1 Seahawks.
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The six rookies nominated for Pepsi Rookie of the Week for performances on Gameday 5 in the NFL are:
QB Caleb Williams (Bears) – 20/29 for 304 yards and 2 TD, 34 yards rushing.
QB Bo Nix (Broncos) – 19/27 for 206 yards and 2 TD, 1 Rushing TD
QB Jayden Daniels (Commanders) – 14/25 for 238 yards and a TD, 82 yards rushing
WR Brian Thomas Jr (Jaguars) – 5 receptions for 122 yards and a TD
TE Brock Bowers (Raiders) – 8 receptions for 97 yards and a TD
RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. (Giants) – 129 yards rushing on 18 carries.
Key Gameday 5 Injuries
DT Christian Wilkins (Las Vegas Raiders) – Out indefinitely with a broken bone in his foot.
QB Derek Carr (New Orleans Saints) – Out several weeks with an oblique injury.
WR Nico Collins (Houston Texans) – Out a few weeks with a hamstring injury.
OG Will Fries (Indianapolis Colts) – Undergoing surgery on a Tibia injury.
S Jimmy Ward (Houston Texans) – Could miss time due to a groin injury.
RB De’Von Achane (Miami Dolphins) – In concussion protocol.
RB Aaron Jones (Minnesota Vikings) – Having a hip injury evaluated.
K Jake Moody (San Francisco 49ers) – High ankle sprain and may miss a few weeks.
CB Tariq Woolen (Seattle Seahawks) – Day to day with an ankle injury.
CB Dax Hill (Cincinnati Bengals) – Day to day with a right knee injury.
OL Will Hernandez (Arizona Cardinals) – Likely out for a few weeks with a knee injury.
Still out for Gameday 6
WR Devonta Smith (Eagles)
WR Cooper Kupp (Rams)
WR Puka Nacua (Rams)
QB Tua Tagovailoa (Dolphins)
QB J.J.McCarthy (Vikings)
RB Christian McCaffrey (49ers)
DT Christian Wilkins (Raiders)
QB Derek Carr (Saints)
WR Nico Collins (Texans)
K Jake Moody (49ers)
Trades and Team Changes
The trade market is buzzing with activity as teams look to strengthen their rosters. The Indianapolis Colts have made a significant change by starting Joe Flacco over Anthony Richardson, hoping that Richardson will benefit from sitting out temporarily.
The Las Vegas Raiders are under scrutiny for their offseason gamble on Gardner Minshew as quarterback, with narrow wins but some heavy losses highlighting ongoing issues.
The New York Giants surprised many by defeating the Seattle Seahawks without Malik Nabers, showcasing unexpected resilience this season. The Jacksonville Jaguars are seeing long-term positives with Trevor Lawrence having his best game of the season, despite dealing with defensive injuries.
It is change in New England though as the Patriots have reportedly stated they will start Drake Maye at QB this weekend, dropping Jacoby Brissett after a 1-4 start.
There's also pressure growing in Philadelphia, with Eagles fans calling for QB Jalen Hurts to be dropped in place of Kenny Pickett.
Power Rankings after Gameday 5
Minnesota Vikings (5-0)
Kansas City Chiefs (5-0)
Washington Commanders (4-1)
Detroit Lions (3-1)
Houston Texans (4-1)
Baltimore Ravens (3-2)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3-2)
Buffalo Bills (3-2)
Dallas Cowboys (3-2)
Seattle Seahawks (3-2)
Pittsburgh Steelers (3-2)
Philadelphia Eagles (2-2)
Green Bay Packers (3-2)
Atlanta Falcons (3-2)
Chicago Bears (3-2)
Denver Broncos (3-2)
Los Angeles Chargers (2-2)
San Francisco 49ers (2-3)
New Orleans Saints (2-3)
New York Jets (2-3)
Arizona Cardinals (2-3)
Indianapolis Colts (2-3)
Miami Dolphins (2-3)
New York Giants (2-3)
Las Vegas Raiders (2-3)
Cincinnati Bengals (1-4)
Los Angeles Rams (1-4)
Cleveland Browns (1-4)
New England Patriots (1-4)
Tennessee Titans (1-3)
Jacksonville Jaguars (1-4)
Carolina Panthers (1-4)
Gameday 6 Fixtures
Friday 11th October – 1.15am
San Francisco 49ers (2-3) @ Seattle Seahawks (3-2) – Live on Sky Sports, Amazon Prime
Sunday 12th October – 2.30pm, 6pm, 9.05pm, 9.25pm
Jacksonville Jaguars (1-4) v Chicago Bears (3-2) – Live on Sky Sports (London Game)
Washington Commanders (4-1) @ Baltimore Ravens (3-2)
Arizona Cardinals (2-3) @ Green Bay Packers (3-2)
Houston Texans (4-1) @ New England Patriots(1-4)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3-2) @ New Orleans Saints (2-3)
Cleveland Browns (1-4) @ Philadelphia Eagles (2-2)
Indianapolis Colts (2-3) @ Tennessee Titans (1-3)
Los Angeles Chargers (2-2) @ Denver Broncos (3-2)
Pittsburgh Steelers (3-2) @ Las Vegas Raiders (2-3)
Atlanta Falcons(3-2) @ Carolina Panthers (1-4)
Detroit Lions (3-1) @ Dallas Cowboys (3-2)
Monday 13th October – 1.20am
Cincinnati Bengals (1-4) @ New York Giants (2-3) – Live on Sky Sports
Tuesday 14th October – 1.15am
Buffalo Bills (3-2) @ New York Jets (2-3) – Live on Sky Sports
Bye Week Teams – Gameday 6
Kansas City Chiefs
Los Angeles Rams
Miami Dolphins
Minnesota Vikings
Top Game of Gameday 6
Washington Commanders (4-1) @ Baltimore Ravens (3-2)
One of the teams that have surprised everyone this season, the Washington Commanders, faced a team that were expected to dominate, but who have already lost twice, the Baltimore Ravens in what should be a fantastic game on Sunday evening.
Jayden Daniels has been sensational at QB for Washington, who have taken control of the NFC East. He will come up against a formidable Ravens offense that has seen Derrick Henry come to the fore in recent times. This one should be a cracker!
Prediction: Washington Commanders 17-28 Baltimore Ravens
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