The NFL delivered yet another Sunday of thrilling drama on October 12. In London, the Broncos leaned on a suffocating pass rush to edge out the Jets 13–11 as Denver logged nine sacks and denied New York's offense any momentum.
In Carolina, the Panthers stunned Dallas when rookie kicker Ryan Fitzgerald nailed a 33-yard field goal as time expired, handing the Cowboys a 30–27 defeat.
In Tampa Bay, Baker Mayfield orchestrated an efficient performance to beat the 49ers 30–19, lifting his team to a 5–1 start.
Over in Pittsburgh, Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers defense smothered the Browns in a 23–9 victory, extending Cleveland's futility at Acrisure Stadium.
The Patriots overcame New Orleans 25–19 behind rookie Drake Maye's 3-TD day. Seattle knocked off Jacksonville 20–12, with Jaxon Smith-Njigba delivering yet another monster receiving day.
Las Vegas snapped a four-game skid by dominating Tennessee 20–10, with Maxx Crosby and the Raiders' defense dictating the tone.
Kansas City came out on top, beating Detroit 30–17. Patrick Mahomes tossed 3 touchdowns, including 2 to Hollywood Brown, and added a rushing score. The Chiefs built a lead with a strong second half, and their defense kept the Lions from mounting a full comeback
And in a heartbreaking finish, Cameron Dicker drilled the game-winner for the Chargers at the death to top the Dolphins 29–27.
Here's how each game finished:
Broncos 13, Jets 11
Panthers 30, Cowboys 27
Buccaneers 30, 49ers 19
Steelers 23, Browns 9
Patriots 25, Saints 19
Seahawks 20, Jaguars 12
Raiders 20, Titans 10
Chargers 29, Dolphins 27
Chiefs 30, Lions 17
