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The Blitz: Your quick-hit guide to Week 7 in the NFL

D.Miller28 min ago

Detroit (4-1) at Minnesota (5-0)

The Vikings are 5-0 for the first time since 2016 and the only undefeated team in the NFC. They host the defending division champion Lions this week. The Lions are 4-1 after a 47-9 win over the Cowboys that was their largest margin of victory since 2011. They have topped the 40-point mark in two straight games for the first time since 1962. The Vikings are coming off their bye week after beating the Jets 23-17. They have lost three games in a row to the Lions.

Kansas City (5-0) at San Fran. (3-3)

The San Francisco 49ers host Kansas City in a rare Super Bowl rematch after losing to the Chiefs in overtime in last season's title game. This is the 10th time the teams from the Super Bowl are meeting in the following regular season with the champion winning six of them. Kansas City is 4-0 against San Francisco with Patrick Mahomes at quarterback with two of the wins coming in Super Bowls.

Houston (5-1) at Green Bay (4-2)

The AFC South-leading Texans will try to earn their fourth straight win. The Packers have won their past three matchups with the Texans, but haven't faced them since 2020. Houston's lone victory over the Packers came at Lambeau Field in 2008. This game matches two of the league's top young quarterbacks (C.J. Stroud, Jordan Love).

Baltimore (4-2) at T.B. (4-2), Mon.

Lamar Jackson and the Ravens aim for a fifth straight victory when they visit the Buccaneers. Both teams rank among the league leaders in offense, with the Bucs averaging 29.7 points per game and the Ravens 29.5. Baker Mayfield leads the NFL with 15 touchdown passes. Jackson has thrown for 1,527 yards and 10 TDs, while also running for 403 yards and two TDs.

Seattle (3-3) at Atlanta (4-2)

The Falcons are going for their fourth straight win as they host the slumping Seahawks at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Falcons completed a run of three straight wins against the NFC South with a 38-20 triumph at Carolina last weekend, bolstering hopes of their first winning season and playoff appearance since 2017. The Seahawks' defense has been hit hard by injuries and struggled to stop the run.

N.Y. Jets (2-4) at Pittsburgh (4-2)

The New York Jets and Pittsburgh Steelers likely will have new faces in the lineup when they meet in primetime. Wide receiver Davante Adams is expected to make his debut for the Jets, who acquired him from Las Vegas in hopes of giving New York's passing game a jolt. Russell Wilson is likely to make his first start for the Steelers after missing the first six weeks with a calf injury.

Tennessee (1-4) at Buffalo (4-2)

The AFC East-leading Bills finally return home after going 1-2 on the road in past three weeks to host the Titans. The Bills are 4-2, but their sluggish offense got an upgrade with receiver Amari Cooper acquired in a trade with the Cleveland Browns. The Titans are 1-4 and have been held to fewer than 20 points in each of their four losses.

Carolina (1-5) at Washington (4-2)

Jayden Daniels and the Commanders are looking to get back on track when they host the struggling Panthers. The Commanders won four in a row before losing at Baltimore last week. The Panthers have lost four in a row and been outscored 108-54 during this skid.

Miami (2-3) at Indianapolis (3-3)

The Miami Dolphins have had two weeks to solve their offensive issues. On Sunday at Indianapolis, they'll discover if they've found any answers. The Dolphins have scored just 30 points in the three games since starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa went on injured reserve following another concussion.

Philadelphia (3-2) at N.Y. Giants (2-4)

Saquon Barkley will play the Giants for the first time in his career when the Eagles visit MetLife Stadium. Barkley was drafted by the Giants second overall in 2018 and spent the next six years being the face of the organization. The star running back and the Giants could not agree on a long-term contract, and he signed as a free agent with the Eagles in March for three years and $37.5 million. The Eagles have a 3-2 record coming into the game. The Giants are 2-4.

L.A. Chargers (3-2) at Arizona (2-4), Mon.

The Chargers and coach Jim Harbaugh will try to continue their success against the Cardinals. Harbaugh has a 6-2 record against the Cardinals and a 15-8-1 record against teams in the NFC West. The Chargers have an 11-4 all-time record against the Cardinals. Los Angeles has one of the best defenses in the NFL. It'll try to slow down a Cardinals offense led by quarterback Kyler Murray, who ranks eighth in the NFL in quarterback rating. The Cardinals are coming off a disappointing 34-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers.

Cincinnati (2-4) at Cleveland (1-5)

Joe Burrow has done just about everything in his NFL career — except win in Cleveland. Cincinnati's quarterback is 0-3 on the road against the Browns, a skid he's hoping to end on Sunday. The Browns are 1-5 and quarterback Deshaun Watson has played so poorly there have been calls for coach Kevin Stefanski to bench him.

Las Vegas (2-4) at L.A. Rams (1-4)

The Rams will host the Raiders, seeking their fourth straight win in the infrequently played series. The Rams had a bye week following a 24-19 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Oct. 6 and will be looking to score 21 or more points for the second time this season. The Raiders will play their first game after trading star wide receiver Davante Adams to the New York Jets.

New England (1-5) vs. Jacksonville (1-5), London

The final NFL game in London in 2024 is far from a meaningful matchup. New England rookie quarterback Drake Maye will make his second career start. He threw for 243 yards and three touchdowns last week but also had three turnovers. He should face a more favorable matchup at Wembley Stadium considering the Jaguars ranked 31st in total defense and last against the pass.

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