NFL Week 6: Bye weeks and Lions' offensive surge

The NFL enters Week 6 of the 2026 season, characterized by a wave of bye weeks for several teams, including the Cincinnati Bengals, Detroit Lions, Miami Dolphins, and Minnesota Vikings.

In Detroit, the Lions (3-2) enter their bye week following a 45-21 victory over the Arizona Cardinals. The team has seen significant offensive success, ranking among the league leaders in points per game and touchdowns. Quarterback Jared Goff has received praise from former NFL player Greg Jennings, who suggested Goff's consistency and efficiency make him a candidate for the league's best quarterback. However, the Lions' defense continues to face challenges, particularly in a depleted secondary missing key players like Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph.

Other league developments include the Miami Dolphins entering a bye week following a 0-5 start to the season. Meanwhile, the Opta supercomputer highlights three undefeated teams remaining in the league: the Kansas City Chiefs, Minnesota Vikings, and San Francisco 49ers. The week's matchups also feature high-stakes games such as the Houston Texans facing the Jacksonville Jaguars in London.