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By Gordon McGuinness Oct 6, 2025 1:07 pm EDT
11 months ago

PFF's Trevor Sikkema and Dalton Wasserman review the five highest-graded players from every Week 5 game.

Baker Mayfield turned in one of his most efficient performances yet, while Stefon Diggs lit up his former team in primetime and rookie Emeka Egbuka continued his stellar debut season. See who else made the cut in PFF’s Week 5 Team of the Week.

By Gordon McGuinness Oct 6, 2025 12:42 pm EDT

Stefon Diggs and Drake Maye have formed a promising connection, and it fueled the Patriots to an upset win over the Bills in Week 5.

By Ben Cooper Oct 6, 2025 12:30 pm EDT • New England Patriots • Drake Maye • Stefon Diggs

With the new season underway, we’re launching a weekly series at PFF that provides a behind-the-scenes look at our grading process. Each week, we’ll break down some of the highest-graded individual plays, complete with tweets to show you the action.

By Gordon McGuinness Oct 6, 2025 12:17 pm EDT
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PFF broke down the advanced metrics immediately after every game of the Week 5 slate, giving an in-depth look at the numbers behind every contest.

By Timo Riske Oct 6, 2025 8:45 am EDT

The No. 1 overall pick assembled the best game in his young career in Week 5.

By Bradley Locker Oct 6, 2025 6:15 am EDT

This year, PFF NFL game recaps have been reimagined to deliver more value than ever. Each game breakdown includes advanced box-score metrics, player participation, snap counts, initial PFF grades and key statistical takeaways — all powered by Premium Stats 2.0.

By PFF.com Oct 6, 2025 5:30 am EDT

The New England Patriots pulled off a stunning 23-20 victory over the previously unbeaten Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, marking their first set of back-to-back wins since 2022. With the loss, the Bills drop their first game of the season, leaving no undefeated teams remaining in the NFL. Rookie quarterback Drake Maye and veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs were exceptional, powering the Patriots to the upset.

By Mark Chichester Oct 5, 2025 11:37 pm EDT • Buffalo Bills • New England Patriots

The Titans snapped a 10-game losing streak with a dramatic 22-21 comeback win over the Cardinals, capped by Joey Slye’s game-winning 29-yard field goal as time expired. Trailing 21-6 in the fourth quarter, Cam Ward led two touchdown drives and a late field goal march, with help from a bizarre fumble-recovery score by Tyler Lockett. The win moves Tennessee to 1-4 after a previously winless start.

By Mark Chichester Oct 5, 2025 7:54 pm EDT • Tennessee Titans • Arizona Cardinals

Jake Browning's three interceptions ultimately doomed the Bengals in Week 5, despite their best efforts to mount a comeback against the high-flying Lions.

By Ben Cooper Oct 5, 2025 7:51 pm EDT • Cincinnati Bengals • Detroit Lions

The Commanders erased a 10-point deficit by scoring 27 unanswered points to beat the Chargers 27-10, fueled by Jacory Croskey-Merritt’s two rushing touchdowns. Jayden Daniels threw for 231 yards and a late touchdown in his return, while Washington’s defense pressured Justin Herbert into four sacks.

The Buccaneers just won't quit. Despite being down Bucky Irving and several others, Baker Mayfield and Emeka Egbuka carried the load for Tampa's offense, connecting seven times for 163 yards and a score. A Lavonte David interception with 58 seconds left catalyzed a walk-off field goal from Chase McLaughlin, pushing Tampa Bay to 4-1.

By Mark Chichester Oct 5, 2025 7:29 pm EDT

The Broncos stormed back from a quiet three quarters to outscore the Eagles 18-0 in the fourth, outgaining them 156-15 in a dominant final frame. Philadelphia had one last chance, but Jalen Hurts’ Hail Mary fell incomplete in a crowded end zone, sealing Denver’s comeback win.

By Mark Chichester Oct 5, 2025 4:43 pm EDT • Denver Broncos • Philadelphia Eagles

The Saints snapped a four-game losing streak with a 26-14 win over the Giants, earning Kellen Moore his first victory as head coach and Spencer Rattler his first as a starting quarterback. Rattler connected with Rashid Shaheed for an 87-yard touchdown — the longest Saints play since 2016 — to spark the offense. The defense also came up big, helping New Orleans move to 1-4 on the season.

By Mark Chichester Oct 5, 2025 4:32 pm EDT • New York Giants • New Orleans Saints

The Dolphins blew a 17-point first-quarter lead in a 27-24 loss to the Panthers, falling to 1-4 on the season. Despite early success from Tua Tagovailoa and a pair of forced turnovers, Miami’s offense stalled after halftime while the defense gave up explosive plays to Carolina’s Rico Dowdle and Bryce Young. A late Panthers touchdown and Miami’s failed final possession sealed an embarrassing collapse for a team still searching for consistency.

By Mark Chichester Oct 5, 2025 4:25 pm EDT • Carolina Panthers • Miami Dolphins

Ryan Flournoy and Javonte Williams led the charge for the Cowboys' offense, while the team's defense limited the Jets to just three first-half points.

By Ben Cooper Oct 5, 2025 4:23 pm EDT • Dallas Cowboys • New York Jets

The injury-riddled Ravens were no match for the Texans, who have turned things around after an 0-3 start to the campaign.

By Ben Cooper Oct 5, 2025 4:13 pm EDT • Houston Texans • Baltimore Ravens

Jonathan Taylor's three touchdowns powered the Colts to a blowout win over the Raiders in Week 5.

By Ben Cooper Oct 5, 2025 4:06 pm EDT • Las Vegas Raiders • Indianapolis Colts

The Vikings edged the Browns 21–17 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. Despite falling behind late, quarterback Carson Wentz led a fourth-quarter comeback, marching Minnesota down the field with key completions to wide receivers Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison.

By Mark Chichester Oct 5, 2025 12:59 pm EDT • Cleveland Browns • Minnesota Vikings
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