The Lions, like the Packers, lost a game they probably should have won, and did so in their own stadium. Detroit was nearly a double-digit favorite against division rival Minnesota on Sunday, but instead allowed the Vikings to grab an early lead and largely control the game from start to finish.

The trolls were out once again in Week 9 of the NFL season, which brought stunning victories. One of those surprising wins came from the Carolina Panthers' 16-13 road victory over the Green Bay Packers.

Follow for coverage from The Athletic's NFL writers as Week 9's Sunday action, including Chiefs-Bills, kicks off.

The Steelers' defense quieted the Colts. The Bears won a thriller over the Bengals. Here are the winners and losers from a busy Sunday across the NFL.

Even though the calendar says November, it's still the last day of Halloweekend with Halloween falling on Friday. So naturally, New England Patriots receiver Mack Hollins treated the pregame tunnel walk like another costume reveal.

The 2025 NFL season is halfway done in Week 9. Here's where the Browns would pick in the 2026 NFL Draft if the season ended today:

The San Francisco 49ers go on the road and get the win over the New York Giants, 34-24. Mac Jones ended the game 19 of 24 (14 of 14 first half) for 235 yards passing and two touchdowns. Christian McCaffrey rushed for 106 yards and a touchdown, along with 67 receiving yards and a touchdown reception.

Word on Saturday was that Joe Flacco was on track to start at quarterback for the Bengals in Sunday’s home game against the Bears and official word of his status came on Sunday morning.

The NFL was destined for some wackiness, particularly after favorites dominated over the last few weeks. Well, that wackiness reared its head in Week 9 with some surprising results that will have ramifications that'll stretch throughout the second half of the year.