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1. Kansas City Chiefs
What they did in Week 7: They dismantled the Las Vegas Raiders 31–0 in a statement win, showing dominant offence and defence.
Why it matters: This result reclaimed the Chiefs’ status as a top-tier team. Their offensive efficiency and defensive shut-down demonstrated they’re re-firing in the AFC.
2. Cleveland Browns
What they did in Week 7: Beat the Miami Dolphins 31–6, showcasing a breakout performance from rookie back Quinshon Judkins and a defence that cripples the opposition’s rhythm.
Why it matters: With this win, the Browns snapped a scoring drought and may be turning the corner. If they keep this up, they become dark-horse contenders.
3. Los Angeles Rams
What they did in Week 7: Crushed the Jacksonville Jaguars 35–7 (in London) with a dominant passing display and firm defence.
Why it matters: This kind of blow-out win signals the Rams are serious; when they click, they’re dangerous for any opponent.
4. Chicago Bears
What they did in Week 7: Defeated the New Orleans Saints 26–14, with four turnovers forced and a defensive display that dominated their opponent.
Why it matters: For a team building up, this win is a confidence-builder. If Chicago continues to improve, they might disrupt expectations for the NFC North.
5. Detroit Lions
What they did in Week 7: Beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 24–9, powered by a long touchdown run from rookie RB Jahmyr Gibbs and a solid defensive outing.
Why it matters: The Lions are trending upwards. If they hold this form, they’ll be a real threat in the NFC.
6. New England Patriots
What they did in Week 7: Controlled the Tennessee Titans in a 31–13 victory. The win improved their early-season record and built momentum.
Why it matters: New England may be past its rebuild stage. If they keep up this direction, they can re-enter the playoff discussion.
Final Notes
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Week 7 confirmed that some teams are ascending (Chiefs, Browns, Rams, Lions) while others are plateauing or need to reset.
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Offence remains king, but dominant defences are making the difference.
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Injuries, momentum and depth are emerging as key factors as the season progresses.
7. Pittsburgh Steelers
What they did in Week 7: Fell 33-31 at home to the Cincinnati Bengals after blowing a 10-0 lead. Rodgers couldn't execute the final drive, and Pittsburgh’s Thursday night woes continued.
Why it matters: The loss underscores the Steelers’ difficulty closing tight games and raises questions about their trajectory. If they’re going to contend, they’ll need to fix the late-game execution.
8. Carolina Panthers
What they did in Week 7: Beat the New York Jets 13-6, improving to 4-3 and registering their first win-streak since 2021.
Why it matters: Exceeds expectations modestly, shows promise in clutch situations. If Young stays healthy and the defence holds up, Carolina could climb the standings faster than many predict.
10. Denver Broncos
What they did in Week 7: Completed one of the most dramatic comebacks in franchise history — down 19-0 entering the fourth quarter, they won 33-32 over the New York Giants.
Why it matters: Shows mental toughness and ability to win under pressure. If they maintain this resilience, Denver could be a dark horse in the AFC West.
11. Green Bay Packers
Who they are: A team in transition following their long era under a legendary QB; now shaping a new identity around Jordan Love and incremental growth.
What they did in Week 7: Won at the Arizona Cardinals 27-23, continuing to show they can finish tight games.
Why it matters: Keeps Green Bay afloat in a challenging NFC North. If they maintain consistency, they could sneak into contention rather than rebuilding endlessly.
12. Dallas Cowboys
What they did in Week 7: Dominated the Washington Commanders 44-22, showing both explosive offense (led by CeeDee Lamb) and a stifling defence.
Why it matters: This kind of statement win underscores their potential to contend. The next step: consistency, taking care of business against all opponents.
Great — here are the final six team profiles to round out your full Week 7 (2025) “Who’s Who” gallery.
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Indianapolis Colts
What they did in Week 7: They edged out the Los Angeles Chargers with a 38–24 win, showing explosiveness when it counted.
Why it matters: A solid win like this gives them momentum — if the offence and defence stay consistent, Indianapolis could challenge for a wildcard berth rather than just play out the string.
Los Angeles Chargers
What they did in Week 7: Suffered a tough 38–24 loss to the Colts, failing to impose their style and looking vulnerable in several phases.
Why it matters: This loss highlights that talent isn’t enough — consistency and game-management will decide if they make a serious run or another “what could’ve been” season.
Arizona Cardinals
What they did in Week 7: Lost narrowly 27–23 to the Green Bay Packers, showing flashes but unable to close the deal.
Why it matters: While losses hurt, being in tight games signals progress. If Arizona can learn to finish, this season could be a springboard.
Washington Commanders
What they did in Week 7: Fell 44–22 to the Dallas Cowboys, showing too many breakdowns both offensively and defensively.
Why it matters: This kind of loss reminds that rebuilding is messy. The Commanders must address coordination and execution if they want to move beyond rebuilding mode.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
What they did in Week 7: Lost 24–9 to the Detroit Lions — their offence faltered and their defence didn’t keep up with the pace.
Why it matters: For Tampa Bay, this is a red-flag game. If they want to contend, they’ll need sharper offensive rhythm and tighter defence down the stretch.
Houston Texans
What they did in Week 7: Fell 27–19 to the Seattle Seahawks, but showed grit and improvement in several phases.
Why it matters: Losses are expected in rebuilds, but the signs of progress matter more. Houston’s ability to stay competitive suggests they might rise faster than many predict.
🦅 Philadelphia Eagles
Who they are: Physical, championship-proven, and built around QB Jalen Hurts and WR A.J. Brown.
What they did in Week 7: Beat the Minnesota Vikings 28–22 in a tight NFC clash. Hurts threw two touchdowns and ran another.
Why it matters: The Eagles reminded everyone they can grind out wins even when not perfect — vital for deep playoff pushes.
🟣 Minnesota Vikings
Who they are: Talented but inconsistent, still defined by their offensive stars — Kirk Cousins and Justin Jefferson.
What they did in Week 7: Lost 28–22 to the Eagles after holding a 4th-quarter lead.
Why it matters: Minnesota continues to flash promise but fail in close-outs, raising doubts about postseason toughness.
🐅 Cincinnati Bengals
Who they are: One of the NFL’s top young offensive teams led by Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase.
What they did in Week 7: Upset the Pittsburgh Steelers 33–31 with a last-minute field goal.
Why it matters: The Bengals are rediscovering the form that made them AFC powerhouses. This win reignites their momentum.
🏴☠️ Las Vegas Raiders
Who they are: A proud but struggling franchise seeking consistency on both sides of the ball.
What they did in Week 7: Shut out 31–0 by the Chiefs — a humbling loss in their own stadium.
Why it matters: Highlights major gaps in offensive creativity and defensive containment; Vegas faces a crossroads mid-season.
🐬 Miami Dolphins
Who they are: Fast, flashy, and led by Tua Tagovailoa’s precision passing.
What they did in Week 7: Crushed 31–6 by the Browns — an unexpected collapse.
Why it matters: Miami’s offence misfired, exposing their overreliance on explosive plays. A wake-up call if they hope to contend.
🟢 New York Jets
Who they are: Talented roster built around veteran QB Aaron Rodgers, still searching for balance.
What they did in Week 7: Lost 13–6 to the Panthers in a rain-soaked defensive duel.
Why it matters: The Jets’ offence remains anemic. Without offensive adjustments, their playoff hopes could fade fast.
🏁 Week 7 Recap Summary
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Top Performers | Chiefs (31–0), Rams (35–7), Browns (31–6), Cowboys (44–22) |
| Biggest Upset | Bengals over Steelers (33–31) |
| Narrow Escapes | Broncos (33–32 over Giants), 49ers (20–10 over Falcons) |
| Tipping Accuracy | 11 / 15 → 73.3 % |
| Key Themes | Defensive dominance returned; AFC North chaos; NFC elites holding strong. |
| Momentum Movers | Browns +Rams +Chiefs ↑ • Jets ↓ • Raiders ↓ |
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