NFL Week 13: Chaos, Surprises, and a Wide-Open Race

A Wild Ride in the NFC

• Chicago Bears claim the top spot in the NFC after the Los Angeles Rams stumble.
• Dallas Cowboys dominate, defeating teams that reached the Super Bowl last year.
• Denver Broncos extend their winning streak.
• Green Bay Packers heat up, while the Jacksonville Jaguars shock everyone by becoming division leaders.

Rams' Struggles and Bears' Consistency

• Los Angeles Rams lose to the Carolina Panthers.
• Matthew Stafford throws two interceptions and loses a fumble.
• Rams' defense struggles, allowing more points and yards than usual.
• Chicago Bears win five straight games, boasting:
• Best turnover difference in the league.
• Clutch fourth-quarter performances from rookie QB Caleb Williams.
• Improved defense and one of the best running games in the league.

Aaron Rodgers' Tough Night

• Aaron Rodgers plays through a broken wrist and bloody nose.
• New York Jets lose to the Buffalo Bills.
• Rodgers completes only 10 passes (fewest of his career with 20+ attempts).
• Fans boo their own star quarterback.

Playoff Contenders and Bright Spots

• Tennessee Titans, Las Vegas Raiders, New Orleans Saints, and Arizona Cardinals eliminated from playoff contention.
• Bright spots:
• Saints kicker Charlie Smyth kicks his first career field goal.
• Denver Broncos win their ninth straight game in overtime against the Washington Commanders.
• Defense on pace to break the NFL record for most sacks in a season.
• Tampa Bay Buccaneers win with Baker Mayfield throwing a touchdown to an offensive lineman.
• Houston Texans' defense shines, holding the Indianapolis Colts to fewer than 20 points.
• Seattle Seahawks achieve their first shutout in a decade, aided by rookie Vikings QB Max Brosmer throwing four interceptions in his debut.