The Arizona Cardinals achieved a significant upset, beating the Los Angeles Rams 18-16. Kicker Chad Ryland was responsible for all of Arizona's points, including a career-high sixth field goal that clinched the win as time expired. This result leaves the Rams, who started the season as Super Bowl favourites, at the bottom of the NFC West division.
Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Eagles continued their struggles, losing 25-14 to the Carolina Panthers. This marks the first time the Eagles have lost four consecutive games since Nick Sirianni became head coach in 2021. Quarterback Jalen Hurts is currently on injured reserve and is expected to miss at least four weeks due to a blood clot.
In other NFL action, the Kansas City Chiefs remained unbeaten with a 22-6 victory over the Chargers. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes reached 100 regular-season wins in his 131st start, equalling Tom Brady's record. Running back Kenneth Walker leads the NFL with 665 rushing yards, a record for a player's first five games with a new team.
The Houston Texans concluded this year's London series with a 34-31 win against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley. Jacksonville's Travis Hunter made history by becoming the first player since 2002 to record a touchdown catch and an interception in the same game. The Cleveland Browns are also surprise leaders of the AFC North after a 13-10 victory over the Baltimore Ravens.