NFL Update: Key Takeaways from Week 13 Action
This week in the NFL brought some exciting moments and important milestones for teams and players alike. In Las Vegas, Maxx Crosby continued to showcase his durability. He played every snap on defense for the Raiders during their recent game against the Chiefs, marking the sixth straight game he’s accomplished this feat. This extends his streak to a remarkable 387 consecutive snaps, making it the longest for a defensive lineman since the implementation of Next Gen Stats in 2016.
In Kansas City, Patrick Mahomes reached a career milestone by recording his 100th win (including playoffs). He tied with Tom Brady for the fastest player to reach this mark, achieving it in just 126 starts. This record emphasizes both Mahomes’ talent and the Chiefs’ strong performance over recent seasons.
On Thanksgiving Day, the Detroit Lions clinched a close victory over the Chicago Bears, winning 23-20 and finally ending their seven-game losing streak. Later that day, the Dallas Cowboys faced off against the New York Giants, earning a hard-fought 27-20 win. Not to be outdone, the Green Bay Packers defeated the Miami Dolphins 30-17 in an impressive showing.
Meanwhile, on Monday night, Lamar Jackson dazzled fans with both his arm and legs, leading the Baltimore Ravens to a win against the Los Angeles Chargers. His efforts were complemented by Derrick Henry and Mark Andrews, and the team emerged victorious.
In a surprising twist, the Cleveland Browns pulled off an upset against the Pittsburgh Steelers, winning 24-19. This win helped to snap their recent losing streak. Not far away, the Houston Texans claimed victory in the Battle of Texas by defeating the Cowboys, bouncing back from two consecutive losses.
This week’s action included more tense matchups, with Saquon Barkley‘s fourth-quarter touchdowns propelling the Eagles to a win over the Washington Commanders. Meanwhile, the Miami Dolphins edged the Los Angeles Rams by a score of 23-15 during Monday Night Football.
As the NFL season continues to unfold, teams will be looking to build on recent successes as they make their push for the playoffs.
