I’ve watched the most recent games of the opponents, focusing on specific areas: touchdowns, deep passes, turnovers, sacks, and explosive runs. Think of it less as a prediction piece and more as a scouting report. Each week, I’ll publish two articles on the opponent’s offense and defense to give a picture of what the Eagles […] I’ve watched the most recent games of the opponents, focusing on specific areas: touchdowns, deep passes, turnovers, sacks, and explosive runs. Think of it less as a prediction piece and more as a scouting report. Each week, I’ll publish two articles on the opponent’s offense and defense to give a picture of what the Eagles will be up against. (Previously: Previewing the Giants’ offense) Giants Defense The Giants’ defense is a fascinating contradiction. They have elite individual talent up front, players like Brian Burns, Kayvon Thibodeaux, Abdul Carter, and Dexter Lawrence, but you wouldn’t know it from the box score. Schematic predictability, poor tackling, and a bad secondary have turned a talented unit into an inconsistent one. They currently sit 26th in EPA per play allowed, despite ranking in the top 10 in pressure rate. Weird. Touchdowns Allowed The Giants have given up some ugly touchdowns. They have a bit of a weird issue against outside runs, which we will get to in more detail later, but it has cost them… They play a ton of cover 1 man coverage without disguise and have given up a lot of big plays. They have a lot of issues in the secondary. This style leaves them vulnerable to rubs, misdirection, and pick plays near the goal line. The corners are frequently isolated, and tackling at the second level remains a real issue. They struggle a lot against good receivers… I think we have a few of them?! Deontay Banks (2) has lost confidence and discipline and was getting burned down the field before he was benched for Cor’Dale Flott, who hasn’t looked much better. The Eagles’ offense could easily bounce back this week, against a really poor secondary. If the Eagles can’t pass the ball this week, we might be in panic mode. The secondary doesn’t just cost them when it comes to giving up touchdowns in the air, either. They are a poor tackling unit, especially from the safety position. Tyler Nubin has struggled big time, and has been responsible for a few huge plays against them. Explosive Passes Allowed This is the most glaring weakness on film. They give up too many explosive plays for a defense with this much talent. They’ve already given up nine completions of 20+ yards (25th in the league), and it’s not because of a lack of pass rush. The coverage is the problem. Defensive coordinator Shane Bowen has done a poor job of disguising looks. Opposing quarterbacks know exactly what they’re getting pre-snap far too often. As stated above, the secondary has been really poor too. Andru Phillips is the most-targeted nickel corner in the NFL (targeted on 23.8% of snaps) and has surrendered over 100 more yards from the slot than any other DB in football. Deontay Banks has been benched for Cor’Dale Flott, who hasn’t looked any better. The combination of predictable scheme and error-prone secondary play has made the Giants exceptionally vulnerable to deep crossers and vertical shots outside the numbers. The backside defenders rarely gain depth or pass off routes effectively, leaving the middle of the field open. If the Giants really do stick with heavy Cover 1 on Thursday night, it could be a long evening for them. The Eagles have shredded Cover 1 for years. Expect A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith to see a heavy target share when isolated on Phillips, and a lot of deep overs and vertical concepts that stress single-high safeties. Turnovers Created They’ve managed just three interceptions (12th) and one forced fumble (28th) all year — numbers that don’t match their pass-rush activity. When they have forced mistakes, it has been down to the pass rush, which is super talented. The overall lack of ball production is a major reason this defense hasn’t lived up to its potential. For all the splash plays up front, the Giants rarely create big plays on defense. Sacks On paper, the Giants have 8 sacks (19th), but they’re 10th in the NFL in pressure rate, with one of the most talented fronts in football. When you turn up the film, it’s pretty insane how good they are upfront. They have some elite talented. Brian Burns, Kayvon Thibodeaux, Abdul Carter, and Dexter Lawrence generate constant havoc. Against the Chargers, they pressured Justin Herbert on 47% of his dropbacks, collapsing the pocket frequently. The Chargers’ offensive line could not hold up. Against the Chiefs and the Saints, they had a ton of pressures and QB hits but no sacks, partly because Mahomes avoided the rush and also because the secondary allowed easy completions. For a pretty poor defense, the front four they can line up is as good as anyone else in the league. The Eagles must never leave Lawrence 1-on-1 against Steen or Jurgens and force the Giants’ edges to finish rather than disrupt. It won’t be an easy game for the Eagles’ tackles, but they are elite! I would be more worried about the Giants winning inside, by moving Carter to linebacker at times, and collapsing the pocket with Lawrence. Explosive Runs Allowed They’ve allowed 22 runs of 10+ yards (29th) and the film confirms they have an obvious weakness. Despite a strong front, the Giants cannot contain the edge. They over-pursue, the DBs don’t fill consistently, and linebackers arrive too late. The safeties have been no help either. Tyler Nubin (who I liked coming out) is hesitant downhill and slow to recover in coverage. He misses a lot of tackles. The Eagles’ run game should get going this week. I hope we see some toss plays and GT counters runs, to get Barkley on the perimeter. Additionally, Zone reads, QB
Eagles Opponent Film Room: Scouting the New York Giants’ defense
Roster moves: Giants sign LB Neville Hewitt, K Jude McAtamney, elevate WR Humphrey
The New York Giants have signed linebacker Neville Hewitt and kicker Jude McAtamney from their practice squad to their active roster Thuraday afternoon. Hewitt has been elevated from the practice squad three times before this week, so this isn’t a surprising move as the team seeks to reinforce a thin area of the roster and help their special teams. The Giants are short-handed at linebacker with Micah McFadden out after suffering an injury back in Week 1, and also being down LBs Swayze Bozeman (ankle) and Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles (hamstring) for this game. The Giants originally signed Hewett, who has started games for the Dolphins, Jets, and Texans in his 11-year career, to their practice squad in September. Signing Hewitt and McAtamney fills two open spots on the Giants’ roster and brings them from 51 players to 53 on their active roster. Because of which, they don’t need to make corresponding roster moves to make room for the signings. The Giants have also elevated wide receiver Lil’Jordan Humphrey from their practice squad to help fill out a wide receiving unit left very short handed by the injuries to Malik Nabers (ACL) and Darius Slayton (hamstring). Hewitt showed some rapport with QB Jaxson Dart in the preseason, catching the rookie’s first touchdown pass as a Giant. The 6-foot-4, 225-pound 6-year veteran receiver figures to be active in a unit that has few options beyond Wan’Dale Robinson. The team also elevated LB Zaire Barnes from their practice squad. See More: New York Giants roster
Eagles Reacts Survey Week 6
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Eagles fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Heading into Week 6, we want to know how you’re feeling after watching the team so […] Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Eagles fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. Heading into Week 6, we want to know how you’re feeling after watching the team so far this year. Every week of the season we will ask fans if they are confident the team is headed in the right direction and more of the most pressing questions facing the coming game. Let us know what you think! Please take our survey
NFL Power Rankings: Week 6
Now that Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season is in the books, it’s time for an incredibly meaningful and serious exercise: NFL Power Rankings! What differentiates these rankings from all the others is that they’re THE only truly accurate ones in the entire universe. Hard to believe, I know. Let’s take a look at […] Now that Week 5 of the 2025 NFL season is in the books, it’s time for an incredibly meaningful and serious exercise: NFL Power Rankings! What differentiates these rankings from all the others is that they’re THE only truly accurate ones in the entire universe. Hard to believe, I know. Let’s take a look at how all 32 teams stack up. BLG’S WEEK 6 POWER RANKINGS 1 – Detroit Lions (Last Week: 3) – The Lions have won four straight since starting the season with a loss in Green Bay. Detroit is the No. 1 team in DVOA and they’re averaging 34.8 points per game. Very much a contender to be the No. 1 seed in the NFC again. 2 – Philadelphia Eagles (LW: 1) – When you’re up 17 to 3 at home in the fourth quarter, you shouldn’t lose. But when you’ve been playing with fire all season long, you were bound to get burned eventually. The Eagles really need to get their act together on offense. 3 – Buffalo Bills (LW: 2) – With a win over the Pats, the Bills would’ve advanced to 3-0 in division games to really put a stranglehold on the AFC East. Instead, they left the door open. They’ll still probably win it but that was a damaging loss. 4 – Tampa Bay Buccaneers (LW: 5) – Baker Mayfield is third in MVP odds after five weeks. Not a bad bet to make. 5 – San Francisco 49ers (LW: 12) – The Niners have battled through injuries to reach 4-1. It’ll be very interesting to see how they fare against the Bucs this weekend. They’ll be undeniable if they can win in Tampa. 6 – Los Angeles Rams (LW: 4) – Pretty good team that has let some big opportunities slip away in losses to Philly and San Fran. 7 – Indianapolis Colts (LW: 14) – Are the Colts for real? They lead the league in point differential and they rank third in DVOA. No reason to doubt them at this moment in time, especially given a soft upcoming schedule. They’re probably going to keep winning. 8 – Green Bay Packers (LW: 8) – The Packers return from their bye to host the Bengals. Green Bay will be trying to avoid losing to Joe Flacco for a second time this season. 9 – Kansas City Chiefs (LW: 6) – One-score game regression has come for the Chiefs. After going 11-0 in those scenarios last year, they’re 0-3 in such situations this season. And now KC has to beat the Lions to avoid dropping to 2-4 overall. 10 – Seattle Seahawks (LW: 10) – The Seahawks are 3-0 against teams below them in these rankings and 0-2 against teams above them in these rankings. They came up just short in the losses. 11 – Pittsburgh Steelers (LW: 11) – The Stillers return from their bye to host the Browns. Chance for them to get on the board with their first division win. 12 – Washington Commanders (LW: 13) – The Commanders had a 99-yard touchdown drive to cap off a 14-point swing after logging an interception at the 1-yard line. Big boy stuff there. 13 – Denver Broncos (LW: 15) – They didn’t look great for most of the game but they ultimately beat an Eagles team that was 20-1 in their last 21 games. Sean Payton is very unlikable but he’s a good coach. 14 – Dallas Cowboys (LW: 16) – To their credit, the Cowboys overcame a lot of injury issues to blow out the Jets. Of course, the winless Jets are terrible. But good teams decisively beat the really bad ones. 15 – Jacksonville Jaguars (LW: 18) – Call me guilty of not giving them more respect but I’m just not buying the Jags. Felt like a fluky win over KC. This team ranks 12th in DVOA. 16 – Los Angeles Chargers (LW: 9) – Just when you think the Chargers might have turned a corner … no, they haven’t. Two losses in a row after the 3-0 start. 17 – Atlanta Falcons (LW: 17) – The Falcons return from their bye to host the Bills. I don’t like them in that spot with Buffalo angry after a loss to the Pats. 18 – Baltimore Ravens (LW: 7) – Tough to rank them when they’re so banged up. They could be pretty good if they can get healthy. Well, the offense can. Not so sure about the defense. And the damage of dropping to 1-4 is tough. 19 – Minnesota Vikings (LW: 19) – The Vikings are staying afloat while J.J .McCarthy is out. Which might be for a bit longer. 20 – New England Patriots (LW: 23) – Drake Maye has arrived. Beating Josh Allen in Buffalo is a signature win for the second-year quarterback. Now the Pats get to play the easiest remaining schedule in the NFL. Not impossible they end up winning the AFC East. 21 – Houston Texans (LW: 22) – The Texans blew out an incredibly injured Ravens team. Not sure how much credit to give them for that but they’ve now won two in a row. 22 – Chicago Bears (LW: 21) – The Bears return from their bye to play the Commanders on Monday Night Football. Can they get revenge after losing on the Hail Mary last year? 23 – Carolina Panthers (LW: 29) – The Panthers haven’t looked good but they aren’t totally lifeless. 24 – Tennessee Titans (LW: 31) – A big jump for the Titans. Too big of a jump, perhaps, but a lot of other teams ahead of them lost. So, here
NFL Week 6 betting advice: Eagles-Giants pick and prop bets
Steve Maltepes, known as “The Philly Godfather,” will impart his gambling wisdom on the Eagles and where the smart money is going on various pro football games each weekend this season. Maltepes is one of the nation’s hottest sports betting experts who appears weekly on national radio, is the best-selling author of “Booked: The True […] Steve Maltepes, known as “The Philly Godfather,” will impart his gambling wisdom on the Eagles and where the smart money is going on various pro football games each weekend this season. Maltepes is one of the nation’s hottest sports betting experts who appears weekly on national radio, is the best-selling author of “Booked: The True Life Story of the PhillyGodfather,”and has his own website, www.thephillygodfather.com. Philadelphia Eagles (4-1) at New York Giants (1-4) at 8:00 p.m. Thursday The Line: Eagles minus-7.5/Total: 42.5 What is the line telling you: The line on this matchup has been bouncing between Philadelphia -7 and -7.5 all week, as almost 75% of the early tickets punched in both the U.S. and offshore markets are on the Eagles. Bettors are expecting a bounce-back performance after the Eagles gave up 18 unanswered points in the fourth quarter last week to the Broncos, handing them their first loss of the season. The betting market hasn’t been kind to teams receiving 60% or more of the tickets this year; those teams have covered the spread only 30% of the time. The Eagles definitely need to address the issues plaguing them in the second half of games recently. Over the first three weeks of the season, they outscored their opponents 39-14 after halftime and won all three games. But over the last two weeks, they’ve been outscored 37-7 and have gone 1-1. Bottom line: At first glance, you’d think playing the 1-4 Giants would be the perfect bounce-back spot, but any time you’re facing a divisional home underdog on a short week, it’s never easy. These coaching staffs know each other like the back of their hands. It’s hard backing the Eagles here at -7.5. They haven’t won a game by more than six points all season—other than the miracle win against the Rams. This Eagles offense has been sluggish, ranking 29th in the NFL at just 4.4 yards per play. All five of the Giants’ opponents this season rank higher than the Eagles in that same offensive metric. The biggest issue for the Giants has been ball security. They rank 29th in turnover differential, and last week alone they turned the ball over five times in their 26-14 loss to the Saints. As long as the Giants don’t turn the ball over two or three times Thursday night, they should be able to stay within the Vegas number of +7.5. Ultimately, we think the Eagles win the game, so including Philadelphia in a 7-point teaser with the Under is worth a shot. Both offenses have struggled all year, and losing Nabers has limited the Giants’ offensive production. Both teams strength is their defense. The play is the Giants +7.5 (or +7 depending on your sportsbook) and Eagles PK and under 48 in a 7-point teaser. Prop bets for the game: Saquon Barkley Anytime TD (-170) Cameron Skattebo Anytime TD (+140) (Betting lines are subject to change.) See More: Philadelphia Eagles odds
Giants Reacts Survey Week 6
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Ranking the NFL’s highest-graded run blockers and defenders in Week 5
At PFF, the run game matters just as much as the pass game, and every play is meticulously graded. Each week, we’ll be looking at the highest-graded run blockers and run defenders from each position. Ranking the NFL’s highest-graded run blockers and defenders in Week 5 By Nick Akridge Posted Oct 9, 2025 2:45 pm EDT Teair Tart dominated against the Commanders: The NFL’s highest-graded interior defender forced a fumble and added two more stops on the ground. Andrew Thomas is back: The Giants tackle ended Week 5 with a 91.8 PFF run-blocking grade, his best since 2023. Unlock your edge with PFF+: Access Premium Stats, dominate fantasy with in-season tools and projections and make smarter bets with the new PFF Player Prop Tool. Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes At PFF, the run game matters just as much as the pass game, and every play is meticulously graded. Each week, we’ll be looking at the highest-graded run blockers and run defenders from each position. OFFENSE Tackle: Andrew Thomas, New York Giants – 91.8 Andrew Thomas is healthy again, and he’s back to dominating. Thomas’s 91.8 PFF run-blocking grade was the highest for any Giants offensive lineman this season and his highest since 2023. Thomas being healthy could be a huge boost for a young Giants offense. In 2022, his last season with at least 600 snaps, Thomas was the NFL’s third-highest-graded tackle. Honorable Mention: Penei Sewell, Detroit Lions – 89.8 Guard: Dylan Parham, Las Vegas Raiders – 92.1 Dylan Parham stepped up in a big way for the Las Vegas Raiders’ running game on Sunday. Patham’s 92.1 run-blocking grade was the highest of any offensive lineman in Week 5. Despite the blowout loss, both of the Raiders’ guards finished with 90.0-plus run-blocking grades, paving the way for rookie Ashton Jeanty. It took a while for the Raiders’ ground game to get going, but over the past few weeks, they’ve started to have some success. Honorable Mention: Jackson Powers-Johnson, Las Vegas Raiders – 90.6 Center: Creed Humphrey, Kansas City Chiefs – 82.1 This is back-to-back weeks that Creed Humphrey has been the highest-graded run-blocking center. After finishing last season with the second-highest run-blocking grade among all centers, Humphrey has worked himself back into the top three this season with his 79.8 run-blocking grade. Honorable Mention: Lloyd Cushenberry III, Tennessee Titans – 77.5 DEFENSE Linebacker: Marist Liufau, Dallas Cowboys – 91.0 Marist Liufau’s 91.0 PFF run-defense grade was not only the highest in Week 5, but it was also the best run-defense mark of his career. Liufau’s snaps might’ve been sparse, but he made them count. He had a huge forced fumble and added another run stop to help lead the Cowboys to victory. Honorable Mention: Nick Bolton, Kansas City Chiefs – 90.9 Edge Defender: Isaiah McGuire, Cleveland Browns – 91.1 Both Cleveland edge rushers found themselves at the top of the list for highest-graded run defenders in Week 5, but it was Isaiah McGuire who just slightly edged out his teammate, Alex Wright. McGuire finished the game with two run stops and a forced fumble. His 91.1 run-defense grade was the highest of his season and the third-highest of his career. Honorable Mention: Alex Wright, Cleveland Browns – 89.1 Defensive Tackle: Teair Tart, Los Angeles Chargers – 94.9 Teair Tart finished Week 5 as the highest-graded run-defender among all positions. His 94.9 PFF run-defense grade was the highest any interior defensive lineman has generated this season. Tart finished the game with a forced fumble and added two more defensive stops. Tart continued his strong year, and his 91.4 run-defense grade in 2025 is the second-highest among all interior defensive lineman. Honorable Mention: Zach Carter, Arizona Cardinals – 94.0
NFL Week 6 picks: Rams facing must win in Baltimore
The odd weeks have been giving me trouble. There were seven upsets this past week with the following teams losing: Los Angeles Rams, Philadelphia Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Chargers, Arizona Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, and the Seattle Seahawks. All seven teams were .500 or better entering Week 5. Regardless…got to press on with more […] The odd weeks have been giving me trouble. There were seven upsets this past week with the following teams losing: Los Angeles Rams, Philadelphia Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs, Los Angeles Chargers, Arizona Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, and the Seattle Seahawks. All seven teams were .500 or better entering Week 5. Regardless…got to press on with more games. Only two divisional games this week. Here is the NFL Week 6 slate and my predictions… Week 5 picks: 6-8, Cumulative picks: 45-31-1 / (.590) Week 6 Matchups & Predictions (Thursday) Philadelphia Eagles @ New York Giants, 8:15 PM EST I knew the inefficiency of the Eagles offense would catch up to them. I just thought the defense would be able to hold down the fort against Bo Nix. But, Jalen Hurts was not able to deliver with his arm. Surprise, surprise. With the Giants losing to the Saints, this should be an easy opportunity for the Eagles to get their angst out against a division rival. Vic Fangio won’t let Jaxson Dart, a rookie QB, get the better of him. Pick: Eagles win 27-13 Denver Broncos @ New York Jets (Tottenham, England) 9:30 AM EST Denver’s defense has come a long ways since Weeks 1 & 2. This will likely be a game where the defense and offense thrive against the winless Jets. Pick: Broncos win 30-9 Cleveland Browns @ Pittsburgh Steelers, 1:00 PM EST The Cleveland Browns will be starting Dillon Gabriel in Week 6. The revolving door at the quarterback position will likely cause offensive inefficiency, so I’m going with Pittsburgh. Pick: Steelers win 27-3 Los Angeles Chargers @ Miami Dolphins, 1:00 PM EST The Chargers have been out of sync for the past two weeks with losses to the New York Giants and Washington Commanders; scoring a combined 28 points. Maybe the Chargers were reading their own press clippings. At 3-2, they will need to right the ship. And on tap are the 1-4 Dolphins. Should be a win. Pick: Chargers win 27-17 New England Patriots @ New Orleans Saints, 1:00 PM EST Both of these teams won in Week 5 but when comparing the two, one team has the ability to sustain their win streak and it’s not the home team. The Patriots defense is getting better and better under Mike Vrabel and should deliver enough in key moments to grab a win on the road. The Patriots could be liable to a trap game because of their emotional win on the road in Buffalo but I think they get the job done in New Orleans. Pick: Patriots win 30-16 Arizona Cardinals @ Indianapolis Colts, 1:00 PM EST You can’t make up the ways that Arizona lost that game against the Titans. And of course, it cost me my survivor pool too. Jonathan Gannon and Shane Steichen will square off as former “teammates” on staff with the Eagles. Right now though, Steichen has the better team with the better quarterback and running back. Give me the Danny Dimes-led Colts. Side note..I think we are beginning to see the end of the Kyler Murray era with the Cardinals. Pick: Colts win 28-20 Seattle Seahawks @ Jacksonville Jaguars, 1:00 PM EST This should be a really great game. The Seahawks defense has been exposed in the last 5 quarters, giving up 52 points in that time span. The Jaguars have a real opportunity here to make a bigger name for themselves; having defeated the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football. Pick: Seahawks win 27-23 Dallas Cowboys @ Carolina Panthers, 1:00 PM EST If the Cowboys could get their defense to a place where it is just league average, I make the bold statement that they are the best in the NFC East right now and that they would win the division. It’s still possible. They did sack Justin Fields five times but that’s Justin Fields… Only problem is that they got gashed for 144 yards on 22 rushing attempts. Not exactly a depiction of defensive improvement. Pick: Cowboys win 30-21 Los Angeles Rams @ Baltimore Ravens, 1:00 PM EST The Rams have 9 days to prepare for whether Lamar Jackson or Cooper Rush is the starting quarterback. The Rams win this game in a blowout if they fix three things: 1) ST blocking for XPs and FGs, 2) ball security, and 3) secondary. The offense is the most explosive it has been since the 2021 season. So for anyone that thinks McVay is the problem, look at the above three issues first. Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford have put the team in a spot to be 5-0. Time for the supporting cast to step up. Pick: Rams win 34-16 Tennessee Titans @ Las Vegas Raiders, 4:05 PM EST The ball literally had to bounce their way (multiple times) for the Titans to win last week against Arizona. The Raiders need a lot to go right for themselves. This might be the worst game of the week. Give me the home team. Pick: Raiders win 20-13 San Francisco 49ers @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 4:25 PM EST I don’t think the 49ers are that great of a football team but I have to respect that they have found ways to win without Brock Purdy, Ricky Pearsall, Jauan Jennings, George Kittle, and Nick Bosa. It makes the offense a threat. The defense is not what it can be with Bosa removed. The Bucs just keep finding ways to win. Pick: Buccaneers win 30-23 Cincinnati Bengals @ Green Bay Packers, 4:25 PM EST It doesn’t matter who the quarterback is for the Cincinnati Bengals if the offensive line can’t block for him. Joe Flacco is going to
Taking a look at the All-22 for rookie guards Jalen Rivers and Dylan Fairchild
The Bengals appear to be moving forward with Jalen Rivers at right guard. I feel like his performance the past two weeks has merited that. Could the Bengals have two long-term pieces for the offensive line? As always, it is important to take PFF grades with a grain of salt. Jalen Rivers graded out with […] The Bengals appear to be moving forward with Jalen Rivers at right guard. I feel like his performance the past two weeks has merited that. Could the Bengals have two long-term pieces for the offensive line? As always, it is important to take PFF grades with a grain of salt. Jalen Rivers graded out with a 56.1. His pass blocking grade was even lower, coming in at 45.1. When watching his tape, I don’t think it was anywhere close to what that grade would indicate. Rivers looked patient, stout in pass protection for most of his snaps, and once again was one of the better players to open up running lanes. He is constantly staying active and looking for work. In the process of doing that, he dumped Aidan Hutchinson on his backside a couple of times. Dylan Fairchild was the lowest-graded Bengal on the offense. He had a 38.7 overall. That type of grade would make some people say he needs to be replaced, before ever actually watching the film. When watching the All-22 back, I thought he looked really solid once again for the majority of the game. Why was the grade so bad? He was injured toward the end of the third quarter. Hutchinson clipped his leg during one of the times that Rivers dumped him on his butt. Here are all of the clips prior to that injury. Fairchild could barely move for the next three plays after his injury. He was replaced for one play by Dalton Risner at left guard. He came back in the game, but it was clearly noticeable that he was still struggling. He ultimately gave up the safety in the end. A play like that will kill your PFF grade. I think in this case, it is very important to understand the context of why his play dropped off late. Here are the clips for the rest of the game, starting with the one he was injured on. I can commend him for wanting to finish the game. However, someone on the staff should have taken that decision out of his hands. This is the reason you have a Dalton Risner. At worst, you let him finish that game. Hopefully, Fairchild is able to get back on the field soon. However, the Bengals have to be smart not to do something that could end up costing him the whole season. In a frustrating year, the Bengals may have found a couple of long-term solutions at guard. Early in the season, what are your thoughts on the play of the two young guys? See More: Cincinnati Bengals Analysis
Eagles vs. Giants Week 6 Thursday Night Football predictions: Who will win?
We are already on to Week 6 of the 2025 NFL season, bringing us to the end of the first third of the season. We are transitioning from early in the year to valid concerns, surprise success, and records reflecting who each team is. We are also starting to get a better idea of who […] We are already on to Week 6 of the 2025 NFL season, bringing us to the end of the first third of the season. We are transitioning from early in the year to valid concerns, surprise success, and records reflecting who each team is. We are also starting to get a better idea of who will win each matchup each week. Except last week, that is not what happened with our contributor picks. We had a rough week with all the chaos that happened around the league. But, now that we are into Week 6, it is time for all four of us to rebound, starting with our predictions for tonight’s Thursday Night Football game between the Philadelphia Eagles and New York Giants. Our contributors pick the winner for each game throughout the season. Some picks are made against the spread as well, and you can check out all of our picks below in the widget provided to us by Tallysight. We will be back on Sunday to continue our picks for Week 6. Philadelphia Eagles (4-1) at (1-4) New York Giants8:15 p.m. Eastern, Thursday, Oct. 9 Spread: Eagles -7.5Point Total: 40.5Moneyline: Eagles -390 | BGiants +310 Odds by FanDuel sportsbook. Week 5 Results Kevin Nogle (7-7) Sumeet Jena (6-8) Marek Brave (5-9) James McKinney (5-9) 2025 Standings (Through Week 5) Kevin Nogle (51-26-1) Sumeet Jena (50-27-1) James McKinney (47-30-1) Marek Brave (46-31-1) See More: