Darnold faces Jets as Vikings ride undefeated start
Sam Darnold leads the league with 11 touchdown passes in four starts for the 4-0 Minnesota Vikings. He brushes past memories of the Jets, who drafted him third overall, while noting he focuses on the game plan and leading Minnesota’s offense against his former club.
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NFL Week 5 slate and Darnold on Jets revival
Jets face the Vikings in London as Sam Darnold speaks on the team’s strong form and room to improve. He emphasizes reducing pre-snap penalties and sustaining wins as the season progresses. Other Week 5 games span noon to primetime across the league with multiple regional broadcasts.
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Bears aim to improve as season hits stride in rough start
The Chicago Bears sit 2-2 with a top ten defense but an inconsistent offense as Caleb Williams develops. Key lines include cornerback Jaylon Johnson admitting gaps in preventing explosive plays, and the defense rising in sacks with Darrell Taylor and Montez Sweat providing pressure. The club faces Carolina at home and a London date with Jacksonville amid a tough slate ahead.
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Veterans thrive with new NFL chapters across leagues
Derrick Henry, Saquon Barkley, Sam Darnold and Joe Flacco showcase lasting impact with fresh teams. Henry races for big numbers in Baltimore, delivering an 87-yard opener and a 199-yard game. Flacco, four months shy of 40, guides Indianapolis to a 27-24 win over Pittsburgh after stepping in for an injured QB.
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