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- calendar_today November 9, 2026
Key Defensive Return Lifts Rams Over Commanders
The Los Angeles Rams received a vital defensive boost in Week 9 as Myles Garrett, the defending defensive player of the year acquired in the offseason, returned from a knee injury that sidelined him for seven games. Garrett made an immediate impact, tallying three tackles that all resulted in sacks, including one that forced a fumble in the Rams' 20-13 win over the Washington Commanders. This victory moved Los Angeles to a 5-4 record, surpassing .500 for the first time this season. Notably, Garrett's outing came in his first game playing alongside star defensive tackle Aaron Donald, who had come out of retirement.
Concern for Rams as Nacua Exits Injured
Despite the win, the Rams faced uncertainty regarding receiver Puka Nacua, who suffered a knee injury on the final play of the game. Nacua was targeted 19 times, finishing with 14 receptions for 150 yards and a touchdown. The severity of his injury is set to be determined following further imaging on Monday.
Bears Edge Buccaneers Despite Turnover Battle
The Chicago Bears narrowly held on for a 27-24 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, despite committing five turnovers. Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams threw four interceptions, while receiver Luther Burden III contributed a pivotal late fumble. Even after giving up a 14-0 lead and allowing Tampa Bay to tie the game in the closing minutes, Williams managed a 38-yard completion to set up Cairo Santos' game-winning 38-yard field goal. The Bears improved to 7-2 in the tightly contested NFC North.
Buccaneers and Bears Combine for Six Interceptions
The game saw Tampa Bay quarterback Baker Mayfield toss two interceptions. The six interceptions combined between Williams and Mayfield were the most in any game so far this season. According to NFL stats, Chicago became the first team since 2006 to win despite turning the ball over five or more times.
Chiefs Snap Losing Streak with Offense Led by Walker
The Kansas City Chiefs ended a two-game skid with a dominant 35-12 win over the New York Jets. Running back Kenneth Walker III delivered 102 rushing yards with a touchdown and added 41 receiving yards and two more touchdowns. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes overcame an injury scare in the second quarter to finish with 242 passing yards and two touchdowns as the Chiefs advanced to a 6-2 record.
Browns' Sanders Shines in Loss to Saints
Second-year Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders led multiple comeback efforts but ultimately fell short in a 23-22 overtime loss to the New Orleans Saints. Sanders threw for 297 yards, completing 19 of 31 passes. Cleveland attempted a two-point conversion for the win in overtime but were denied, dropping to 5-4.
Giants Stay Atop NFC East Despite Injuries
The New York Giants continued a surprising run since losing starting quarterback Jaxson Dart in Week 2, defeating the Philadelphia Eagles to improve to 5-2-1. First-year head coach John Harbaugh guided the team to its first win in Philadelphia since 2013, as backup J.J. McCarthy returned from an in-game injury to help seal the win. The Giants are now 4-1-1 since Dart's injury, remaining the division's only team above .500.
Raiders and Chargers Struggle in the AFC West
The Las Vegas Raiders' early-season momentum faded after a 38-17 loss to the San Francisco 49ers left them at 4-5. The Raiders have now allowed 30 or more points in six straight games, the longest such streak in team history. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Chargers remain winless (0-8) after a 44-22 defeat to the Houston Texans. The Chargers join the 2011 Indianapolis Colts as the only teams since 2000 to start a season 0-8 after making the playoffs the prior year.
Source: nbcnews.com.
