Gridiron Update
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Welcome to "Gridiron Update" on Big Dill Sports! I'm Dillon, your guide through the thrilling twists and turns of the NFL's Week 5 action. We’ve got everything from nail-biting comebacks to standout performances that will keep you on the edge of your seat as we look ahead to Week 6.
Let’s kick things off with Thursday Night Football, where the 49ers, riddled with injuries, showcased their resilience against the Rams. In a gripping NFC West clash, rookie defensive tackle Alfred Collins made a game-saving play, forcing and recovering a fumble at the goal-line. San Francisco sealed the win with Eddy Piñeiro’s 41-yard field goal in overtime. Despite battling a leg injury, Mac Jones threw for 342 yards and two touchdowns, with Christian McCaffrey adding a stellar 139 scrimmage yards.
Heading across the pond to London, the Vikings faced the Browns. Down 10-0, Minnesota's Jordan Mason powered in a 3-yard run, and rookie Jordan Addison snagged a decisive TD pass with just 25 seconds left, securing victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Over in Carolina, the Panthers pulled off the largest comeback of the season against the Dolphins. Rookie QB Bryce Young orchestrated a 17-point rally, capping it with a go-ahead strike to Mitchell Evans. Rico Dowdle, with 206 rushing yards, dominated on the ground, as the Panthers overcame a 17-point halftime deficit.
Meanwhile, in Baltimore, C.J. Stroud led the Texans to a commanding win over the Ravens. Stroud completed a remarkable 23 of 27 passes, throwing four touchdowns, showcasing his potential while ending Houston's touchdown drought against the Ravens.
In New Orleans, the Saints broke an eight-game losing streak, defeating the Giants. Spencer Rattler’s 87-yard touchdown pass was a showstopper, and an 86-yard fumble return for a score sealed the Giants' fate.
Now, let’s talk about Denver. The Broncos edged out the Eagles in a thrilling finish. Bo Nix’s late-game poise and Wil Lutz's clutch field goal handed the Eagles their first loss in 22 games.
The Titans’ rookie QB Cam Ward pulled out his first NFL victory with a late rally against the Cardinals, ending Tennessee's 10-game losing skid. Joey Slye’s game-winning field goal capped an unforgettable comeback.
Washington showcased their grit as they overcame a 10-0 deficit against the Chargers. Jayden Daniels returned from injury, and Jacory Croskey-Merritt racked up points, leading to an impressive Commanders victory.
In a scoring fest in Seattle, the Buccaneers outlasted the Seahawks, with Baker Mayfield throwing four touchdowns. Lavonte David's late interception set up the game-winning field goal as time expired.
Lastly, Monday Night Football delivered a classic, with Trevor Lawrence’s last-minute scramble breaking the Jaguars’ cold streak against the Chiefs. Lawrence was a force, with two rushing touchdowns, while Devin Lloyd’s record-breaking interception return added to the drama.
And now, it’s time for our 'Big Dill' spotlight. This week, it’s Bryce Young from the Panthers. His cool composure and leadership under pressure were instrumental in that breathtaking comeback against Miami. Keep an eye on him as the season progresses.
That wraps up our Week 5 recap. From historic comebacks to breakout performances, the NFL continues to deliver excitement every week. As playoff contenders start to emerge, and underdogs rise to the challenge, stay tuned for more electrifying action.
Thanks for joining me, Dillon, on Big Dill Sports. Remember to catch next week’s episode of "Gridiron Update" for all the latest football thrills. Until then, keep enjoying the game!
**Week 5 Overview**
Sunday’s Week 5 slate (played October 5) and Monday Night Football (October 6) delivered wide-open contests, historic comebacks and performances that shifted the NFL narrative entering Week 6. The action began with an overtime thriller in Los Angeles and included five double-digit deficits erased—most since Week 1 of 2024. Key storylines emerged: the 49ers overcame injuries to win in OT, the Panthers staged the largest comeback of the season, and young quarterbacks like C.J. Stroud and Trevor Lawrence turned in career nights. Our NFL Nation reporters and box-score analysts distilled the biggest takeaways, setting the stage for this week’s matchups ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/46435996/nfl-week-5-2025-season-questions-takeaways-lessons-stats-recap-every-game?utm_source=openai)).
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### San Francisco 26, Los Angeles 23 (OT) – Thursday Night Football
In a heated NFC West rivalry on October 2, the injury-depleted 49ers (4-1) edged the Rams (3-2) 26-23 in overtime at SoFi Stadium. Rookie DT Alfred Collins forced and recovered a goal-line fumble to preserve regulation, and kicker Eddy Piñeiro connected on a 41-yard OT field goal. QB Mac Jones threw for 342 yards and two scores despite battling a leg injury; Christian McCaffrey added 139 scrimmage yards with eight receptions and a TD ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap/_/gameId/401772939?utm_source=openai)).
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### Minnesota 21, Cleveland 17 – London Games
In the NFL’s first back-to-back international outing, the Vikings (3-2) secured a 21-17 win over the Browns at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday. After a 10-0 deficit in London, Minnesota’s Jordan Mason scored on a 3-yard run early in Q3, and rookie WR Jordan Addison hauled in the decisive 12-yard TD catch from Carson Wentz with 25 seconds remaining. The victory snapped the Browns’ four-game home slate and improved the Vikings’ record to 3-2; Cleveland fell to 1-4 ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/game/_/gameId/401772633/vikings-browns?utm_source=openai)).
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### Carolina 27, Miami 24 – Largest Comeback of the Season
Bryce Young engineered Carolina’s (2-3) 17-point rally—tying a franchise mark—against the Dolphins’ (1-4) defense. After Tua Tagovailoa’s three first-half TD passes built a 17-0 Miami lead, Young finished 19-of-30 for 198 yards and two TDs, including a 4-yard go-ahead strike to Mitchell Evans with 1:59 left. RB Rico Dowdle exploded for 206 rushing yards (second-most in team history) and added a score, while the Dolphins were held to 19 yards on the ground ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap/_/gameId/401772852?utm_source=openai)).
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### Houston 44, Baltimore 10
C.J. Stroud returned to rookie form in Baltimore, completing 23 of 27 passes (85 percent) for 244 yards and four TDs, matching his career high. Stroud’s first-quarter 5-yard TD to Xavier Hutchinson snapped Houston’s (2-3) offensive-TD drought against the Ravens (1-4) and ignited a 44-10 rout. RB Nick Chubb chipped in 61 yards on the ground, and Houston outgained the injury-depleted Ravens 417-207. Baltimore, missing Lamar Jackson and five Pro Bowlers, saw its 10-game home win streak against the Texans end ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap/_/gameId/401772743?utm_source=openai)).
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### New Orleans 26, New York Giants 14
In New Orleans, rookie QB Spencer Rattler threw for 225 yards and an 87-yard TD to Rashid Shaheed—the longest pass play of his career—while safety Jordan Howden returned a fumble 86 yards for a score. The Saints (1-4) snapped an eight-game losing skid under coach Kellen Moore, forcing five turnovers (including two by rookie Jaxson Dart) and improving to 1-2 at home. The Giants fell to 1-4, turning the ball over five times en route to the Saints’ first lead since Week 1 of the season ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap?gameId=401772744&utm_source=openai)).
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### Denver 21, Philadelphia 17
Trailing 17-3 entering Q4, the Broncos (3-2) rallied behind Bo Nix’s 11-yard TD pass to Evan Engram and J.K. Dobbins’ 2-yard rushing score. Sean Payton’s decision to go for two paid off as Nix connected with Troy Franklin, giving Denver an 18-17 lead. Wil Lutz’s 36-yard FG sealed the upset—the Eagles’ (4-1) first loss in their last 22 games. Nix threw for 242 yards and orchestrated two fourth-quarter scoring drives, while the Broncos’ defense batted down Jalen Hurts’ final heave ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap/_/gameId/401772745?utm_source=openai)).
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### Tennessee 22, Arizona 21
Rookie QB Cam Ward earned his first NFL victory, rallying the Titans (1-4) from a 21-6 fourth-quarter hole. Ward’s calm, 3-of-4, 38-yard hookup with Justin Henderson set up Joey Slye’s 29-yard game-winner as time expired. Tennessee scored 16 unanswered points, including a fumble-recovery TD by Tyler Lockett, after Dadrion Taylor-Demerson’s interception was overturned by his own fumble. The win snapped Tennessee’s 10-game losing streak, while the Cardinals (2-3) became the first team since 1970 to lose three straight on game-winning FGs ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/game/_/gameId/401772747/titans-cardinals?utm_source=openai)).
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### Washington 27, Los Angeles Chargers 10
On Sunday night, the Commanders (3-2) erased a 10-0 deficit with 27 straight points. Rookie Jayden Daniels, returning from injury, threw a late 8-yard TD to Deebo Samuel. RB Jacory Croskey-Merritt accounted for 12 points (two rush TDs), and Matt Gay added four FGs. The Chargers (3-2) managed just 10 points in the first half and failed to answer in the second. WR Jaylin Lane chipped in 16 yards in relief of an injured Terry McLaurin ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/game/_/gameId/401772853/commanders-chargers?utm_source=openai)).
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### Tampa Bay 38, Seattle 35
In a shootout at Lumen Field, Baker Mayfield threw for four TDs—including an 11-yard game-tying strike to Sterling Shepard—and Lavonte David’s late interception set up Chase McLaughlin’s 39-yard FG as time expired. The Buccaneers (4-1) outlasted the Seahawks (3-2) in a seven-TD second half, improving to 3-0 on the road ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap?gameId=401772746&utm_source=openai)).
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### Jacksonville 31, Kansas City 28 (Monday Night Football)
Trevor Lawrence scrambled for a 1-yard TD with 23 seconds left to stun the Chiefs (2-3) and snap Jacksonville’s eight-game skid to Kansas City. Lawrence finished with 221 passing yards, one aerial TD and two rushing scores. Linebacker Devin Lloyd’s 99-yard interception return—an NFL record for a linebacker—sparked the comeback after Kansas City had built a 14-0 lead. Patrick Mahomes threw for 318 yards and two TDs but also was picked off on the final drive ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap/_/gameId/401772814?utm_source=openai)).
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**Looking Ahead**
Through five weeks, narratives have shifted: injury-depleted teams find resilience, young QBs flash brilliance, and no lead seems safe. As we move into Week 6, playoff contenders are more clearly defined, and underdogs have earned a second look. Stay tuned as the 2025 season’s storylines continue to evolve.
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