NFC South standings update following Week 5 of the NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 12:55 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
The NFC South standings remain tight after Week 5, with the Carolina Panthers leading at 2-2. The Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints follow at 2-3 and 1-4, respectively. The Saints struggled against the Minnesota Vikings, with poor performances across offense, defense, and special teams. The Buccaneers sit at the bottom with a record of 1-4. Next week, the Saints face the New York Giants, while the Panthers will visit the Philadelphia Eagles.
- •Carolina Panthers lead NFC South with a 2-2 record.
- •Atlanta Falcons have dropped to 2-3 after a loss to the Ravens.
- •New Orleans Saints sit last at 1-4 after losing to the Vikings.
- •Tampa Bay Buccaneers won their game but remain at 1-4.
- •Next week, Saints play the Giants, Panthers face the Eagles.
- 12:55 PMYahoo Sports — NFC South standings after Week 5: How far are Saints from first place?
"Here's the updated NFC South standings after Week 5's games. How far out are the New Orleans Saints from first place in the NFL's worst divsion?
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