NFL Week 5 features potential upsets for several favored teams

CBS NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 10:30 AM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

NFL Week 5 features potential upsets for several favored teams
Summary

In Week 5 of the NFL, several favored teams face challenges, including the New England Patriots hosting the Las Vegas Raiders. The Patriots, fresh off a win against the Buffalo Bills, may experience a letdown following their successful outing. Meanwhile, the Green Bay Packers host the Chicago Bears in a crucial clash as both teams grapple with injury issues. The Cleveland Browns, who have won three straight games, visit the New York Jets, who have lost their last three. These matchups highlight the unpredictable nature of this NFL season, with nine games already decided by one score last week alone.

Source Links
Key Details
  • •New England Patriots face the Las Vegas Raiders at Gillette Stadium.
  • •Green Bay Packers battle the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field.
  • •Cleveland Browns visit the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium.
  • •Patriots coming off an upset win against the Buffalo Bills.
  • •Browns aim to build on a three-game winning streak.
Latest Updates
  • 10:30 AMCBS NFL — NFL Week 5 upset alert: Why these five favorites could easily lose, including the Patriots
What they're saying
"

After accurately identifying three major upsets last week, we examine five more for Week 5

Related Teams & Leagues

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days