Upsets, comeback victories and statement performances headline an action-packed NFL weekend.
Week 9 of the 2026 NFL season delivered plenty of drama, with the New York Giants upsetting the Philadelphia Eagles, the Green Bay Packers producing a huge offensive performance and the New Orleans Saints surviving an overtime thriller.
The weekend also featured a dominant Kansas City performance and an important vilctory for the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Week 9 final scores
Cincinnati vs. Atlanta – CIN 34–17
Cleveland vs. New Orleans NO 23–22 OT
Dalas vs. Indianapolis DAL 27–23
Denver vs. Carolina DEN 26–21
Detroit vs. Miami DET 19–9
LA Rams vs. Washington LAR 20–13
NY Giants vs. Philadelphia NYG 19–11
NY Jets vs. Kansas City KC 35–12
Houston vs. LA Chargers HOU 44–22
Las Vegas vs. San Francisco SF 38–17
Green Bay vs. New England GB 45–27
Arizona vs. Seattle SEA 17–3
Tampa Bay vs. Chicago CHI 27–24
Biggest stories of the week
Giants shock the Eagles
The New York Giants delivered one of the weekend’s biggest surprises, defeating Philadelphia 19–11.
New York’s defense controlled the game and limited the Eagles’ offensive opportunities.
Packers explode against Patriots
Green Bay put together an outstanding offensive performance, scoring 45 points in a 45–27 victory over New England.
The Packers made big plays throughout the afternoon.
Saints survive overtime thriller
New Orleans edged Cleveland 23–22 in overtime.
Rookie quarterback Tyler Shough helped lead the Saints to a dramatic home victory.
Shedeur Sanders threw for 297 yards and two touchdowns in the losing effort.
Chiefs dominate Jets
Kansas City bounced back with a convincing 35–12 victory.
Patrick Mahomes threw two touchdown passes, while Kenneth Walker rushed for 102 yards and a touchdown.
Texans make a statement
Houston defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 44–22, delivering one of the most impressive offensive performances of Week 9.
Team of the Week | Green Bay Packers
Offensive Performance | Packers
Defensive Performance | New York Giants
Biggest Upset | NY Giants over Philadelphia
Best Comeback | New Orleans Saints
Most Impressive Win | Houston Texans
Final verdict: Week 9 belonged to Green Bay, Houston and the New York Giants.
The biggest storyline was Philadelphia’s disappointing defeat, while the Packers sent a strong message to the rest of the NFC.
The NFL playoff race is heating up, and every victory matters.
