Dallas, Texas – The Week 5 action of the 2024 NFL season kicked off with an exhilarating Thursday night game where the Atlanta Falcons triumphed over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in overtime, setting the stage for a thrilling weekend of football.

On Sunday morning in London, the Minnesota Vikings extended their unbeaten run by defeating the New York Jets, led by quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who made history by becoming the ninth quarterback to surpass 60,000 career passing yards. Later that day, the Baltimore Ravens secured a nail-biting overtime win against the Cincinnati Bengals. In another matchup, the Jacksonville Jaguars finally claimed their first win of the season against the Indianapolis Colts, while the New York Giants edged out the Seattle Seahawks on the road, enhancing their record to 2-3.

The Sunday slate concluded with the Dallas Cowboys grinding out a victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers in a low-scoring game that was interrupted by a significant weather delay. Despite missing key players including Micah Parsons and Brandin Cooks, the Cowboys held on for a crucial win that keeps them in contention in the NFC East. Quarterback Dak Prescott delivered a clutch performance, connecting with rookie wide receiver Jalen Tolbert for a touchdown that clinched the lead with just 20 seconds left on the clock.

As the Cowboys continue their campaign, questions loom regarding their offensive consistency, especially after failing to score on multiple trips to the red zone. Remarkably, running back Rico Dowdle made headlines with a 12-yard carry, marking the first time a Cowboys’ running back had an attempt over 10 yards this season. With a record of 3-2, this win is pivotal as the Cowboys look ahead to a tough schedule featuring opponents with a collective record of 18-10.

The Steelers, on the other hand, face a dilemma at the quarterback position with Justin Fields managing an uneven performance. Coach Mike Tomlin has yet to confirm his starting QB plans moving forward, adding to the uncertainty for Pittsburgh fans.

As we look towards next week, the Cowboys will host the Detroit Lions, while the Steelers will travel to face the Las Vegas Raiders. The upcoming games promise to be just as action-packed as the thrilling weekend we’ve just witnessed.