Josh Allen has propelled the Buffalo Bills to a 4-1 start, tallying 15 touchdowns while also committing five turnovers in the first quarter of the 2026 season. The article examines the "double‑standard" debate: rival QBs are often criticized for mistakes, yet Allen’s dual‑threat play earns praise despite costly interceptions and fumbles, such as the two picks and a fumble in the Week 3 win over the Chargers and the game‑sealing pick in a 29‑26 loss to the Patriots. His improvisational brilliance—shown in a 37‑34 overtime comeback over the Rams with 331 yards and two TDs—makes him a nightmare for defenses, but the same aggression can jeopardize victories. The piece questions whether Allen’s superstar status shields him from harsher scrutiny and argues he must simply protect the ball more often.
Matthew Stafford eclipses Roman Gabriel to become the Los Angeles Rams’ all‑time leader in passing touchdowns, tallying 155 TD passes after a three‑TD performance in a 35‑21 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Oct. 25, 2026. The milestone also makes Stafford the first quarterback to hold career touchdown‑pass records for two franchises, adding to his Detroit Lions record of 282 TDs. The Rams, now 3‑4, look to build momentum heading into Week 8 against the winless Chargers.
Positives and negatives from the Las Vegas Raiders' bleak loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season.
An Hogs Haven analysis of the 2025 NFL regular season links eight offensive tactics to scoring, wins and quarterback injuries. Teams use motion (average 54%), shotgun (65% overall, 87% by Washington) and no‑huddle (mean 10%, but the Commanders outlier at 60%). Play‑action is rare, averaging 15.5% of plays (Rams highest at 21%). The study finds that higher shotgun and motion rates correlate with increased EPA and win probability, while excessive no‑huddle use shows a skewed impact. QB injury metrics (weeks out, run‑yard exposure) rise modestly with higher QB run‑yard totals. The full article provides detailed tables and methodological notes for readers who want to explore the statistical relationships.
After Week 7, the Cleveland Browns stay atop the AFC North and rise in the playoff race despite a gritty win over the Tennessee Titans, keeping their 2027 first‑round draft slot at 26th overall. Meanwhile, injury‑hit Los Angeles Rams fall to the 14th spot after a 3‑4 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. The draft order entering Week 8 shows the Rams at No. 14 and the Browns at No. 26, with the Chargers winless and the Vikings unbeaten.
The Las Vegas Raiders’ decision not to promote a practice‑squad running back ahead of their Week 7 matchup with the Los Angeles Rams suggests rookie Mike Washington Jr. may be cleared to play. Washington missed Thursday and Friday practice due to foot and back injuries, but coach Klint Kubiak called him a “game‑time decision” and expressed optimism. After a promising 43‑yard, nine‑carry performance against the Bills, Washington averages 4.9 yards per carry versus Ashton Jeanty’s 3.2, making his health crucial for the Raiders’ struggling ground game.
With Davante Adams out for 6–10 weeks after a hamstring rupture, the Los Angeles Rams face a receiver crunch ahead of the Nov. 10 trade deadline. Sportsnaut lists ten potential trade targets, from Hollywood Brown’s 587-yard, five‑TD season to Jauan Jennings’ 975 yards and strong blocking, veteran Keenan Allen’s six Pro Bowl selections, and former Pro Bowler Chris Godwin’s 1,000‑yard pedigree. Also in the mix are former first‑rounder Jerry Jeudy and other seasoned receivers who could fill the gap for Puka Nacua and Adams. The article weighs each player’s recent production, contract situation, and fit for Sean McVay’s offense, helping fans gauge the Rams’ next move.
Three-time Super Bowl champion Julian Edelman warns that the Los Angeles Rams are in trouble as they sit 2‑4 and fourth in the NFC West entering Week 7. Consecutive close losses to the Buffalo Bills (37‑34) and Arizona Cardinals (18‑16), injuries to key players like Davante Adams and a struggling Matthew Stafford have sparked concerns about offensive consistency and depth. With a tough road ahead against the 49ers, Seahawks and a competitive Raiders squad, head coach Sean McVay must adjust quickly or risk slipping further out of playoff contention.
The article debates whether Lions head coach Dan Campbell’s high‑risk play‑calling is justified after a dramatic Week 7 win over the Green Bay Packers. Highlights include a daring fourth‑and‑1 at Detroit’s own 24‑yard line that led to a stop, a missed Packers field goal, and a Jake Bates game‑winner. The piece cites Campbell’s own rationale—confidence in conversion and a quick ball return—and compares his risk‑taking to past bold moves, like fake punts against the Rams in 2021. While some argue a playoff‑ready roster should play it safer, the author concludes Campbell’s instincts align with analytics and remain a valuable asset.
The Los Angeles Rams delivered a statement win in Week 7, beating the Las Vegas Raiders 35-21 to revive Super Bowl chatter. Matthew Stafford threw for 195 yards, three TDs and became the franchise’s all‑time passing‑TD leader (155), while Davis Allen and Puka Nacua filled the void left by Davante Adams. The ground game, led by Kyren Williams and Blake Corum’s 192 combined rushing yards, helped build a 28‑6 halftime lead. Defensively, the Rams limited the Raiders to 48 rushing yards, though Kirk Cousins still passed for 295 yards. At 3‑4, the Rams must stay healthy and improve late‑game execution, but the performance shows they can still compete for a playoff spot.
After a Week 7 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, the Seattle Seahawks improve to 4‑3 and climb to second place in the NFC West behind the 49ers (6‑1). The 49ers’ 29‑20 loss to the Atlanta Falcons ends their unbeaten run, while the Rams (3‑4) and Cardinals (2‑5) also slip. Despite the win, Seattle remains outside the playoff picture, sitting eighth in the NFC and trailing the deep NFC North for a wild‑card spot. The article breaks down the updated West and conference standings and what the Seahawks must do to stay alive.
After a fourth straight loss, the Las Vegas Raiders face a pivotal decision. Kirk Cousins threw for 295 yards and two touchdowns against the Rams, but his completion rate has slipped below 60 percent in three of the last four games. Coach Klint Kubiak is being urged to start rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza – the former Indiana Hoosiers national‑champion who boasts strong accuracy, athleticism and leadership – in Week 8 versus the New York Jets. Fans and analysts argue that Mendoza could revitalize a struggling offense featuring Ashton Jeanty, Michael Mayer, Brock Bowers, Jalen Nailor and Tre Tucker, while Cousins may be relegated to a backup role.
The 49ers lost for the first time in Week 7, and wins by the Seahawks and Rams made matters worse. Here's how the NFC West standings have changed.
The 49ers drop their first game of the season but stay second in the NFC behind the 6‑0 Vikings, keeping the No. 1 seed within reach thanks to a head‑to‑head tiebreaker edge. After Week 7 the Niners sit 6‑1 overall and 3‑0 in the West, while Seattle sits 4‑3 and the Rams 3‑4. Across the conference, Minnesota leads at 6‑0, followed by New York (4‑2‑1) and Carolina (3‑3). The article notes the Vikings’ tough remaining slate, the Giants’ surprise surge under J.J. McCarthy, and the volatility of other contenders like the Seahawks, Rams and Falcons, underscoring how much still hangs in the balance.
After a promising start, the Las Vegas Raiders slip to 3-4 with a 35-21 loss to the Los Angeles Rams at Allegiant Stadium, marking their fourth straight defeat. Quarterback Kirk Cousins threw for 295 yards, two TDs and no interceptions, while rookie Fernando Mendoza stayed on the bench despite the deficit. Coach Klint Kubiak admits the team must “watch the film” and address red‑zone woes, third‑quarter play, personnel and scheme issues. He emphasizes the need for internal fixes as the Raiders prepare to travel to New York for Week 8 against the Jets.
After a 35-21 defeat to the Rams that marked the Raiders' fourth straight loss and dropped them to 3‑4, head coach Klint Kubiak says nothing is off the table but leaves quarterback decisions open. He declined to replace Kirk Cousins with rookie No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza in the second half, noting the team became competitive in the third quarter. Cousins posted 295 yards and two TDs with 0‑INTs, yet the Raiders were 5‑19 on third‑and‑fourth downs and scored just one red‑zone touchdown. With a Jets matchup on Nov. 1 looming, Kubiak’s “thinking about everything” could signal a QB change.
After a 35-21 Week 7 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders, Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua addressed lingering hip and calf concerns. He logged eight catches for 68 yards and an 11-yard TD, emphasizing warm‑up routines and gratitude for the training staff. The win lifted Los Angeles to 3‑4 after a 2‑4 start, while quarterback Matthew Stafford became the Rams' all‑time passing leader. Nacua’s durability and the team’s rebound are highlighted as the Rams aim to halt their slump.
After starting 3-0, the Las Vegas Raiders tumble to 3-4 following a 35-21 Week 7 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, pushing their playoff hopes toward the bottom of the AFC wild‑card race. The latest standings place them 10th, a game‑and‑a‑half behind the Bengals for the seventh seed and trailing the Patriots and Ravens, who hold the tiebreaker over Vegas. With a must‑win against the New York Jets next week, the Raiders face a de facto mid‑season elimination battle.
The Rams beat the Raiders 27-20, improving to 7‑3 but still needing about ten wins for a NFC wildcard. Despite missing key defenders like Myles Garrett and Poona Ford (out for the year), the defense limited Vegas to 42 rushing yards. Offensively, Matthew Stafford was efficient and the ground game thrived thanks to Blake Corum and Kyren Williams, while receiver depth remained a concern without Davante Adams or tight end Terrance Ferguson. Backup linebacker Shaun Dolac impressed, and reserve lineman Tyler Davis stepped up amid injuries. The next three matchups against the Chargers, Commanders and Cardinals are crucial for keeping playoff hopes alive.
The Las Vegas Raiders’ early‑season optimism fizzles after a 35‑21 home loss to an undermanned Los Angeles Rams on Oct. 26, 2026. The Rams surged to a 28‑6 halftime lead—the Raiders’ biggest half‑time deficit since 2015—and held on despite missing key players. Coach Klint Kubiak points to systemic issues: a defense that has allowed 170 points in five games, a run game that managed just 48 yards (Ashton Jeanty 15 yards on eight carries), and chronic red‑zone failures (3‑10 conversion in two games). While rookie running back Fernando Mendoza sparked quarterback talk and wideout Tre Tucker tied the NFL lead with four 40‑plus catches, the team must address both sides of the ball before facing the 2‑5 New York Jets next week.
The Los Angeles Rams cruised past the Las Vegas Raiders 35–21 in Week 7 on October 25, 2026. Rams outgained the Raiders, 413 total yards to 355.
The Rams halted a mid‑game slump to beat the Raiders 31‑21 on Oct. 25, snapping a 2‑5 slide and keeping playoff hopes alive. Matthew Stafford delivered a career‑best 79.3% completion rate (23‑29) for 195 yards, three TDs and one INT while taking only one sack. The ground game shone as Blake Corum (17 rushes, 93 yards, 1 TD) and Kyren Williams (16 rushes, 99 yards, 1 TD, 1 fumble) split the workload, backed by solid offensive‑line play. Tight ends Colby Parkinson (5 catches, 48 yards) and Davis Allen (4 catches, 2 TDs) helped offset Davante Adams’ absence, and the defense limited the Raiders’ late surge after a 28‑6 halftime lead. The win suggests the Rams may finally be finding the leadership and execution missing early this season.
The Los Angeles Rams break a slump with a 35-21 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Oct. 25, 2026, their first win since Week 4. Tight end Davis Allen scores two touchdowns, while running backs Blake Corum and Kyren Williams each rush for over 100 all‑purpose yards. Matthew Stafford throws for 195 yards and three TDs. The win moves L.A. past the Arizona Cardinals into third place in the NFC West and keeps them within striking distance of the Seahawks, setting up a Sunday night showdown with the Chiefs and a Chargers clash next week.
Despite falling to the Detroit Lions, the Green Bay Packers remain in the NFC playoff hunt, holding the 7th seed at 4‑3. The NFC North is unique as every team sits above .500, with the Vikings unbeaten at 6‑0 and the Bears at 5‑2. A Seattle Seahawks win this Sunday would tie them with Green Bay at 4‑3, but the Packers keep the tiebreaker. Week 7 standings show the Packers just ahead of Seattle and ahead of struggling teams like the Falcons and Rams, keeping their postseason hopes alive heading into Week 8.
The Los Angeles Rams circled the wagons, Aaron Glenn's seat is scalding and more of the biggest winners and losers from NFL Week 7.