In a dramatic NFL Week 8, the Dallas Cowboys suffered a historic collapse at home against the Arizona Cardinals, blowing a 10-point lead with under four minutes remaining and losing 33-30 in overtime. The Cowboys became the first team since 2000 to lose at home when leading by 14 or more points in the fourth quarter, while the Cardinals improved to 5-0 all-time at AT&T Stadium.
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow delivered a historic performance, becoming only the second quarterback in NFL history with 450 passing yards, five passing touchdowns, and a rushing touchdown in a single game, leading Cincinnati to a 43-36 overtime win over the Tennessee Titans despite throwing three interceptions.
The Baltimore Ravens lost Lamar Jackson to a thumb injury on his first play back from a sprained ankle, and backup Tyler Huntley also left with a toe injury, forcing undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano into action in a 36-10 loss to the Buffalo Bills. Jackson is expected to miss at least four weeks after surgery.
The Denver Broncos extended their NFL-record streak to 15 consecutive wins in one-score games with a 28-24 comeback victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, overcoming an 11-point deficit in the final nine minutes. Denver's win probability dropped to 10.2% early in the fourth quarter before rallying.
In Tampa Bay, torrential rain led to an offensive struggle as the Buccaneers defeated the Atlanta Falcons 16-0 with Baker Mayfield completing zero passes. Tampa Bay rushed for 309 yards, while Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. threw four interceptions.
The Minnesota Vikings lost their unbeaten record, falling 19-15 to the Detroit Lions, leaving the 1972 Miami Dolphins as the only undefeated team in NFL history. The Los Angeles Chargers' offense continued to struggle in a 24-9 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, putting coach Jim Harbaugh under pressure at 0-7.
The Pittsburgh Steelers dominated the Cleveland Browns 27-6, extending the home team's winning streak in the rivalry to 11 consecutive games dating back to January 2022.
