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The NFL Week 5 2026 results leave just two unbeaten teams standing after Sunday, with San Francisco and Minnesota both moving to 5-0 while Kansas City sat out on a bye. Baltimore produced the comeback of the week on Sunday night, Jacksonville won in London with a kick on the final play, and Washington managed to turn a sure win into a 27-27 draw with the Giants. Tampa Bay and Houston both finally got off the mark.
49ers survive in Seattle
San Francisco went to Lumen Field and escaped 32-29 in a scrappy division game with seven combined turnovers. Mike Evans led the way with seven catches for 113 yards and a touchdown, cornerback Renardo Green grabbed two interceptions, and the 49ers even scored a defensive touchdown when they recovered a George Holani fumble in the end zone. Seattle’s last chance died when Cooper Kupp was ruled short on fourth down. The Niners are 5-0; Seattle drops to 3-2.
Vikings roll on in New Orleans
Minnesota beat the Saints 23-13 at the Superdome to stay unbeaten. Justin Jefferson returned from his ankle injury with a leaping touchdown, Aaron Jones ran for 113 yards and Kyler Murray again went turnover-free. Will Reichard nailed three kicks from 40-plus, including a 55-yarder. The defence held New Orleans to 142 total yards. The only worry was T.J. Hockenson, who was helped off after hitting his head on the turf. The Vikings now have the bye.
Ravens rally without Lamar
With Lamar Jackson out with an ankle sprain, Tyler Huntley led Baltimore from 23-15 down late in regulation in Atlanta. He drove 71 yards for a touchdown to Devontez Walker, Derrick Henry ran in the two-pointer, and Huntley sneaked in the overtime winner at the end of a 14-play drive. Kyle Hamilton then intercepted Tua Tagovailoa, who was on for Michael Penix Jr. after Penix hurt his ribs late in regulation. Baltimore is 4-1 and top of the AFC North.
Washington’s tie that felt like a loss
Jayden Daniels returned from his dislocated elbow and ran for 103 yards and two touchdowns, and Washington led the Giants 27-13 in the fourth quarter. New York rallied to force overtime. Then, with the Commanders in field-goal range at the Giants’ 24, Daniels scrambled for no gain instead of stopping the clock, and time ran out before Drew Stevens could attempt a kick. Dan Quinn took the blame. The Giants (3-1-1) lead the NFC East; Washington is 1-3-1.
Other storylines
- Jaguars 19, Eagles 17 in London: Cam Little hit a 57-yard field goal on the final play after Ameer Abdullah’s 53-yard kick return. Jacksonville is 4-1; Philadelphia has lost three straight.
- Patriots 45, Raiders 17: Drake Maye accounted for five touchdowns and 374 passing yards.
- Packers 31, Bears 7: Jordan Love threw for 367 yards and Christian Watson caught two long touchdowns. Caleb Williams missed a third game, and Green Bay fears an Achilles injury for Javon Hargrave.
- Steelers 34, Colts 22: Jaylen Warren had an 80-yard touchdown catch and a 50-yard touchdown run.
- Buccaneers 24, Cowboys 16 on Thursday night: rookie Jalon Daniels got his first win and Bucky Irving ran for 165 yards.
- Falcons 45, Saints 24 on Monday night (5 October US time): Atlanta ran in five touchdowns, tying a franchise record, with Bijan Robinson posting 145 yards.
- Also: Texans 26, Titans 3; Broncos 23, Chargers 17; Bengals 31, Dolphins 24; Jets 17, Browns 12; Lions 45, Cardinals 21.
- Week 5 closes with the Bills at the Rams on Monday night (12 October US time), covered in next week’s wrap.
What it means
The 49ers and Vikings are the league’s only 5-0 sides, with Kansas City (4-0) right behind after its bye. Jacksonville (4-1) leads the AFC South and Baltimore (4-1) leads the AFC North.
A logjam of AFC teams sits at 3-2, including the Patriots, Raiders, Broncos, Steelers, Browns and Bengals, while in the NFC North, Green Bay, Chicago and Detroit are all 3-2 chasing Minnesota.
Tennessee, Miami and the Chargers are all 0-5, with the Bucs and Texans having finally won.
How to watch in Australia
- Seven and 7plus Sport hold the free-to-air rights in 2026, showing weekly games, the playoffs and Super Bowl LXI.
- ESPN shows at least six live games a week, available through Foxtel, Kayo Sports, Disney+ and Fetch.
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- Every NFL game with AEDT times and confirmed AU broadcasters: USA Sports TV Guide
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Results accurate as of 11 October 2026 US time. All times AEDT. Mac Johannson covers US sports for Australian fans.