Week 6 NFL Preview Highlights Undefeated Teams, Coaching Pressures and London Showdown
The NFL enters Week 6 with three teams unbeaten, the San Francisco 49ers leading the pack, while the Los Angeles Chargers face scrutiny of head coach Jim Harbaugh and the Jacksonville Jaguars aim to complete a London sweep.
Three teams remain unbeaten entering the league's sixth week, with the San Francisco 49ers standing out after a 5-0 start that includes victories over three conference finalists from the previous season. Quarterback Brock Purdy leads the league with 13 touchdown passes and only two interceptions, positioning him as a strong MVP candidate. The Minnesota Vikings also sit at 5-0, and the Kansas City Chiefs return from a bye week at 4-0, set to face the winless Los Angeles Chargers.
Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh, who signed a five-year, $80 million contract in January 2024, is under pressure after the team starts 0-5. Injuries on the offensive line and difficulties adapting to offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel’s system have contributed to the struggles, and the upcoming game against the Chiefs could further test the franchise’s season prospects.
Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay described feeling ill after a recent overtime loss to the Buffalo Bills that dropped the Rams to 2-3. Despite amassing over 400 yards, 30 first downs, five touchdowns and no turnovers, the Rams lost on a blocked field-goal attempt and have since released kicker Harrison Mevis. The team’s schedule includes matchups against the Arizona Cardinals, Las Vegas Raiders, Chargers and Washington Commanders, offering a chance to rebound.
Sunday Night Football will feature a high-scoring duel between the Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers, with the Packers entering the game after a 31-point performance against the Chicago Bears. The Cowboys, who recently added cornerback Joey Porter Jr., will have ten days of rest before traveling to Lambeau Field.
In London, the Jacksonville Jaguars, now 4-1, will seek a second consecutive win at Wembley Stadium against the Houston Texans, who are 1-4 after a recent victory over the Tennessee Titans. The Texans need a win to keep postseason hopes alive, as they face a challenging remaining schedule that includes games against the New York Giants, Chargers, Cleveland Browns and Indianapolis Colts.
The week’s full slate of games includes Thursday night action in Denver, multiple Sunday afternoon matchups across the United States, and Monday night’s Washington Commanders at San Francisco.