25. Arizona Cardinals (2-3-1)
Week 5 Rank: 28th
Week 6 Result: Cardinals get by the Atlanta Falcons, 34-33.
Next four opponents: @Giants, @Saints, 49ers, @Buccaneers
The Cardinals got the victory in Week 6 after Falcons kicker Matt Bryant missed the extra point to tie the game. Rookie Kyler Murray completed 73% of his passes on his way to 340 passing yards and three touchdowns. David Johnson scored on the ground and through the air as the Cardinals produce 442 yards on offense against a lacklustre Falcons defense. The Cardinals visit the New York Giants in Week 7, in what could be another Kyler Murray show against a mediocre at best defense.
26. New York Giants (2-4)
Week 5 Rank: 24th
Week 6 Result: Giants get dismantled by the New England Patriots, 35-14.
Next four opponents: Cardinals, @Lions, Cowboys, @Jets
The Giants were in trouble before the game even started. They were without their all-world running back Saquon Barkley, tight end Evan Engram, and receiver Sterling Shepard. The Patriots defense continued to be dominant, creating four turnovers in this game. However, the Giants fans had to be happy to see Golden Tate shine in his second game this season. Rookie Daniel Jones and Tate hooked up on a 64-yard touchdown pass, the first passing touchdown given up by the Patriots this season. The Giants will be hoping to get their three offensive stars back next week when they take on the Arizona Cardinals.
27. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2-4)
Week 5 Rank: 23rd
Week Result: Buccaneers give the game away to the Carolina Panthers, 37-26.
Next four opponents: BYE, @Titans, @Seahawks, Cardinals
It’s difficult to win each week in the NFL, but it’s even more difficult when your quarterback throws five interceptions. Jameis Winston continued his erratic play by tossing five interceptions and losing a fumble against the Carolina Panthers. He now owns an NFL-worst 86 turnovers in the past five seasons. On the bright side, the Buccaneers and fantasy managers continue to enjoy the breakout season of wide receiver Chris Godwin, who caught ten passes for 151 yards. Bruce Arians still has a lot of work to do with Winston, and they will have plenty of time with Tampa Bay on their bye in Week 7 before taking on the Tennessee Titans in Week 8.
28. New York Jets (1-5)
Week 5 Rank: 28th
Week 6 Result: Jets shock the Dallas Cowboys, 24-22.
Next four opponents: Patriots, @Jaguars, @Dolphins, Giants
The Jets look like a totally different team with Sam Darnold back at quarterback. Everyone on the team raised their level of play. Robby Anderson scored on a 92-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter that lifted the team’s confidence. Darnold finished with 338 yards passing and two touchdowns, while Le’Veon Bell produced his first rushing touchdown as a Jet. The Jets now host the undefeated New England Patriots on Monday Night Football.
29. Atlanta Falcons (1-5)
Week 5 Rank: 26th
Week 6 Result: Falcons suffer a 34-33 disappointing loss to the Arizona Cardinals.
Next four opponents: Rams, Seahawks, BYE, @Saints
Both teams don’t play any defense, so NFL fans saw plenty of offense in Week 6. The Falcons battled back but ultimately lost due to veteran kicker Matt Bryant missing an extra point before the Cardinals ran out the clock. Matt Ryan threw for 356 yards and four touchdowns, two to Devonta Freeman and one to Austin Hooper. The Falcons defense can’t stop anyone, so the Falcons offense will need to be on full gas next week when they face the Los Angeles Rams.
30. Washington Redskins (1-5)
Week 5 Rank: 32nd
Week 6 Result: Redskins sneaked past the Miami Dolphins, 17-16.
Next four opponents: 49ers, @Vikings, @Bills, BYE
The Redskins got their first win of the season beating the Miami Dolphins. The Dolphins tried to go for the jugular on a two-point conversion to get their first win instead of tying it and sending it to overtime. Unsurprisingly, the attempt failed. What worked for the Redskins in this game was the offensive duo of Adrian Peterson and rookie receiver Terry McLaurin. Peterson rushed for 118 yards while McLaurin caught four passes for 100 yards and two touchdowns. The excitement for their first win won’t last long as they welcome the surging 49ers in Week 7.
31. Cincinnati Bengals (0-6)
Week 5 Rank: 29th
Week 6 Result: Bengals lose to Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens, 23-17.
Next four opponents: Jaguars, @Rams, BYE, Ravens
The Bengals stay winless thanks to the Lamar Jackson show. Cincinnati failed to produce an offensive touchdown over the first three quarters in their third straight game. They produced only 33 rushing yards against the ninth-ranked Ravens rush defense. The Bengals will try for their first win this season when they travel to Jacksonville in Week 7 to try and keep Minshew Mania quiet.
32. Miami Dolphins (0-5)
Week 5 Rank: 31st
Week 6 Result: Dolphins fall to the Washington Redskins, 17-16.
Next four opponents: @Bills, @Steelers, Jets, @Colts
It is not shocking that the Dolphins lost. However, they had a chance to tie the game with six seconds left, but they went for their first victory. Unfortunately, Kenyan Drake dropped the game-deciding two-point conversion. Very fitting for a team that has a look of an 0-16 unit.