NFL Week 5 recap, scores and standings (2024)

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Chicago Bears kicked off the start of Week 5 with a Super Bowl revenge match between Tom Brady and Nick Foles but a growing number of positive coronavirus cases forced the NFL to make several schedule changes.

The NFL issued a statement Sunday afternoon announcing major changes to the regular season which will impact nine teams throughout Week 11.

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The Denver Broncos game at the New England Patriots, originally scheduled for Sunday and then moved to Monday night after more positive tests, will now be played next Sunday afternoon.

Monday night football will feature the Los Angeles Chargers at New Orleans Saints but Week 5 will finish off with a Tuesday night game between the Buffalo Bills at the Tennessee Titans.

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The game, originally scheduled for Sunday, remains on schedule despite another positive test result in Tennessee this weekend.

Here’s a brief look around the league in Week 5.

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BEARS 20, BUCCANEERS 19

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Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery (32) celebrates a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half of an NFL football game in Chicago, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

In their first meeting since the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Patriots in Super Bowl 52, Foles managed to beat Brady again, this time helping the Bears go 4-1 and handing Brady his first career loss to Chicago. Foles completed 30 of 42 passes for 243 yards and a touchdown, in his second start after replacing Mitchell Trubisky, while Brady was 25 of 41 for 253 yards and one touchdown.

TITANS SHUT DOWN TRAINING FACILITY -- AGAIN -- AFTER ANOTHER POSITIVE COVID-19 TEST

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RAMS 30, WASHINGTON 10

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Los Angeles Rams' Jordan Fuller breaks up a pass intended for Washington Football Team's J.D. McKissic during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)

Alex Smith made his return to football on Sunday for the first time in two years after a gruesome leg injury nearly cost him his life. It was an emotional moment for Smith but he was unable to help the Washington Football Team secure a win as their record fell to 1-4. Los Angeles Rams’ Jared Goff threw for 309 yards and two touchdowns and ran for another while Smith was 9 of 17 for 37 yards. He replaced Kyle Allen who was 9 of 13 for 74 yards passing and scored on a 7-yard rushing TD when he was hit by Jalen Ramsey.

NFL DOES MAJOR JUGGLING OF SCHEDULE DUE TO CORONAVIRUS

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RAIDERS 40, CHIEFS 32

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Las Vegas Raiders safety Jeff Heath (38) intercepts a pass intended for Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

The Kansas City Chiefs were handed their first loss of the season after a strong performance from Las Vegas Raiders’ quarterback Derek Carr. A week after sharing his frustrations, Carr threw for 347 yards and three touchdowns, outplaying Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes who finished with 340 yards passing and two touchdowns along with an interception.

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CARDINALS 30, JETS 10

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Arizona Cardinals linebacker Dennis Gardeck (45) celebrates with middle linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) after sacking New York Jets quarterback Joe Flacco during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in East Rutherford. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

The New York Jets woes continued into Week 5 with a loss against the Arizona Cardinals -- putting head coach Adam Gase in the hot seat. Joe Flacco started in place of an injured Sam Darnold and finished 27 of 37 for 380 yards with an interception that set up a Jets field goal. Kyler Murray had a 2-yard touchdown run and threw another to DeAndre Hopkins to break a two-game losing streak.

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PANTHERS 23, FALCONS 16

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Carolina Panthers quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) works against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Quarterback Teddy Bridgewater completed 27 of 37 passes for 313 yards and two touchdowns in the Carolina Panthers' victory over the winless Atlanta Falcons. Running back Mike Davis had 16 carries for 89 yards and nine catches for 60 yards and one touchdown. It was a third-straight win for the Panthers. On the other hand, the Falcons dropped to 0-5 for the first time since 1997.

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STEELERS 38, EAGLES 29

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Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool (11) beats Philadelphia Eagles strong safety Jalen Mills (21) to the end zone for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020. (AP Photo/Don Wright)

Pittsburgh Steelers rookie wide receiver Chase Claypool set the franchise record with four total touchdowns in the team's 38-29 win over the Philadelphia Eagles. Claypool had seven receptions for 110 yards, and he became the first Steelers player to score four times in a game since wide receiver Roy Jefferson did it in 1968. Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger had 239 passing yards.

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RAVENS 27, BENGALS 3

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Baltimore Ravens linebacker Tyus Bowser, back, makes a hit on Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow as he tries a pass during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

The Baltimore Ravens defensesacked Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow seven times, and forced him into a pair of turnovers and effectively stuffed Cincinnati's running game. Ravens signal-caller Lamar Jackson, the 2019 NFL MVP, went 19 for 37 for 180 yards and two touchdowns with an interception.

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TEXANS 30, JAGUARS 14

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Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) throws against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Quarterback Deshaun Watson threw for a season-high 359 passing yards with three touchdowns for the Houston Texans in the 30-14 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars. Wide receiver BrandinCooks had a season-high 161 yards receiving and running back David Johnson also had his best game of the year with 96 yards rushing.

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DOLPHINS 43, 49ERS 17

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Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) passes against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)

Quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick completed 22 of 28 passes for 350 yards and three touchdowns for the Miami Dolphins in an impressive 43-17 victory over the 49ers in San Francisco. Wide receiver Preston Williams had four receptions for 106 yards and one score. The Dolphins' defense had five sacks and three takeaways in the win.

FITZPATRICK'S 3 TD PASSES LEAD DOLPHINS PAST 49ERS 43-17

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BROWNS 32, COLTS 23

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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) and quarterback Baker Mayfield celebrate after a 15-yard touchdown by Higgins during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)

QuarterbackBaker Mayfield passed for a season-high 247 yards and two touchdowns, and defensive endMyles Garrett forced a crucial safety in the fourth quarter to lead the Cleveland Browns to a 32-23 win over the Indianapolis Colts.Cleveland improved to 4-1 for the first time since 1994.

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COWBOYS 37, GIANTS 34

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) lifts his fist to cheers from fans as he is carted off the field after suffering a lower right leg injury running the ball in the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)

The Dallas Cowboys lost starting quarterback Dak Prescott to a significant ankle injury that required immediate, season-ending surgery, but they managed to rally to a 37-34 victory over the New York Giants. Running back Ezekiel Elliott picked up the slack, as he rushed for 91 yards and two touchdowns on 19 carries.

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SEAHAWKS 27, VIKINGS 26

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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson throws against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)

Quarterback Russell Wilson connected with wide receiver DK Metcalf for a 6-yard touchdown with 15 seconds left in the game to lift the Seattle Seahawks to a 27-26 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. Wilson threw three touchdowns, and Metcalf finished with six receptions for 93 yards and two scores.

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SAINTS 30, CHARGERS 27

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New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) dives over the goal line for a touchdown in the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers in New Orleans, Monday, Oct. 12, 2020. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Down 17 points in the second quarter, Saints quarterback Drew Brees engineered a comeback by throwing for 325 yards with two totals touchdowns in New Orleans' 30-27 overtime victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. Rookie quarterback Justin Herbert threw for 264 yards and four scores for the Chargers in the loss.

BREES, LUTZ LIFT SAINTS PAST HARD-LUCK CHARGERS, 30-27 IN OT

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TITANS 42, BILLS 16

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Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry (22) gets past Buffalo Bills cornerback Josh Norman (29) in the second half of an NFL football game Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

Quarterback Ryan Tannehill threw for 195 yards and three touchdowns, and running back Derrick Henry added 57 yards and two scores on the ground. The Titans' defense swarmed Bills QB Josh Allen and forced him into throwing two interceptions. Titans improved to 4-0 on the season.

TANNEHILL SCORES 4 TDS AS DEPLETED TITANS BEAT BILLS 42-16

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NFL STANDINGS

AFC EAST

1). Bills (4-1)

2). Patriots (2-2)

3). Dolphins (2-3)

4). Jets (0-5)

AFC NORTH

1). Steelers (4-0)

2). Ravens (4-1)

3). Browns (4-1)

4). Bengals (1-3-1)

AFC SOUTH

1). Titans (4-0)

2). Colts (3-2)

3). Texans (1-4)

4). Jaguars (1-4)

AFC WEST

1). Chiefs (4-1)

2). Raiders (3-2)

3). Broncos (1-3)

4). Chargers (1-4)

NFC EAST

1). Cowboys (2-3)

2). Eagles (1-3-1)

3). Washington (1-4)

4). Giants (0-5)

NFC NORTH

1). Packers (4-0)

2). Bears (4-1)

3). Lions (1-3)

4). Vikings (1-4)

NFC SOUTH

1). Saints (3-2)

2). Buccaneers (3-2)

3). Panthers (3-2)

4). Falcons (0-5)

NFC WEST

1). Seahawks (5-0)

2). Rams (4-1)

3). Cardinals (3-2)

4). 49ers (2-3)

Paulina Dedaj is a Sports Reporter for Fox News Digital.

NFL Week 5 recap, scores and standings (2024)

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What are the spreads for Week 5 in NFL? ›

NFL Week 5 point spreads
  • Chicago Bears (+6) at Washington Commanders.
  • Jacksonville Jaguars (+5.5) at Buffalo Bills in London.
  • Houston Texans (+1.5) at Atlanta Falcons.
  • Carolina Panthers (+9.5) at Detroit Lions.
  • Tennessee Titans (-2.5) at Indianapolis Colts.
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1Justin JeffersonKC
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  • Ravens vs. Titans in London (+5, 42.5)
  • 49ers at Browns (+9.5, 36)
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  • Colts at Jaguars (-4, 44)
  • Panthers at Dolphins (-14, 47.5)
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  • Lions at Buccaneers (+3, 42.5)
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The stronger team or player will be favored by a certain number of points, depending on the perceived gap in ability between the two teams. The final margin of victory determines whether a team covers the spread, affecting betting outcomes and scenarios like pushes. A minus sign (-) means that team is the favorite.

How often are NFL spreads correct? ›

Point spreads are chosen to be maximally difficult to beat, so even a success rate of 5% above a baseline would be considered a success. It has been said by certain professional sports bettors that one should not expect more than approximately 60% accuracy in betting, so this is the figure that we will strive towards.

What NFL score has never happened? ›

In sports, a scorigami (a portmanteau of score and origami) is a final score that has never happened before in a sport or league's history. The term was originated by sportswriter Jon Bois for American football scores in the National Football League (NFL) and is primarily used in this context.

What's the lowest scoring Super Bowl game? ›

The lowest-scoring Super Bowl of all time was Super Bowl LIII in 2019. Just 16 total points were scored between the Patriots and the Los Angeles Rams. The Patriots won, 13-3. The previous record, set in 1973 at Super Bowl VII, was 21 points.

Has an NFL team ever scored 1 point? ›

A conversion safety by the defense is also possible, though highly unlikely. Although this has never occurred, it is the only possible way a team could finish with a single point in an American football game.

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NFL Week 6 Power Rankings
  • San Francisco 49ers (No change)
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NFL Luck Rankings & Ratings
RankTeamRating
1New England (1-0)0.7
2Buffalo (2-0)0.6
3Pittsburgh (1-0)0.5
4Philadelphia (1-0)0.5
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What teams are doing well in the NFL? ›

NFL Power Rankings
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