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CBS Sports graded all NFL teams after Week 5, awarding A+ to the Patriots and Packers for dominant performances. The NFC East suffered a historic collapse with zero divisional wins. The Bears and Raiders received failing grades for poor play, while the Titans remain the league's worst team.
Georgia's football team lost to Ole Miss 39-34 in a thrilling game, ending their 2025 season. The Bulldogs showed resilience, rallying from a 10-point deficit, but ultimately fell short due to key plays and coaching decisions. Final grades highlighted strong performances from players like Gunner Stockton and Landon Roldan, but also pointed out areas for improvement, especially in the offensive line and pass rush.
Texas football achieved a memorable 45-38 comeback victory at Mississippi State, led by a career-high 346 passing yards from quarterback Arch Manning, despite challenges in the running game and defense, with special teams and coaching playing crucial roles in the win.
Michigan football beat Michigan State 31-20 with solid performances from the offensive line and linebackers, while quarterback Bryce Underwood had an average debut. Key players included Justice Haynes and Jimmy Rolder, with overall team effort securing the win. The game featured mixed results across position groups, highlighting strengths in running and defense, but weaknesses in passing and special teams.
Georgia football's offense excelled with an A+ performance, led by Gunner Stockton, while the defense struggled, resulting in an overall grade of B after a 43-35 comeback win over Ole Miss, highlighting the team's resilience and mental toughness.
Michigan Football secured a narrow 30-27 victory over Nebraska in a thrilling Big Ten opener, with standout performances from the offensive line, defensive line, and linebackers, while the secondary experienced some costly mistakes. The team showed resilience and balanced effort across all units, earning high marks especially for the defensive front and linebackers.
The Patriots secured their first win of the season against the Dolphins with a 33-27 victory, showing improvement across various positions, notably a strong defensive line and a better offensive line, though some areas like linebacker and cornerback need improvement. The team demonstrated progress but still has room for growth as they prepare for the next game against the Steelers.
In NFL Week 14, the Minnesota Vikings earned a significant victory over the Atlanta Falcons, with quarterback Sam Darnold throwing five touchdowns, marking a franchise achievement not seen since 2004. Darnold's performance highlighted the Vikings' decision to move on from former QB Kirk Cousins, who now has the Falcons at a 6-7 record. Other notable games included the Pittsburgh Steelers' win over the Cleveland Browns and the Los Angeles Rams' upset victory against the Buffalo Bills.
In NFL Week 9, the Kansas City Chiefs earned high marks for their thrilling 30-24 overtime victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday night. Meanwhile, the Dallas Cowboys received a 'D' grade after a disappointing 27-21 loss to the Atlanta Falcons, marking their third consecutive defeat. The Cowboys' struggles were compounded by injuries and a faltering defense, which has allowed 104 points over the losing streak. Other notable results included wins for Buffalo, Cincinnati, and the L.A. Chargers.
In NFL Week 9, the Dallas Cowboys received a poor grade after their third consecutive loss, this time to the Atlanta Falcons, amid ongoing struggles including injuries and a weak defense. Conversely, the Baltimore Ravens earned an 'A+' for their dominant 41-10 victory over the Denver Broncos. Other notable results included Buffalo's narrow win over Miami and Tennessee's overtime victory against New England.
The San Francisco 49ers lost to the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII, with position-by-position grades reflecting their performance. Despite standout plays from players like Christian McCaffrey and Jauan Jennings, the team struggled in key areas, such as the offensive line and special teams, ultimately falling short in overtime. The defense showed promise but faltered as the game wore on, resulting in a 25-22 loss.
The San Francisco 49ers finished their 2023 season with a 21-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, ending with a 12-5 record. The snap counts and grades from the game revealed performances by key players, including Sam Darnold, Elijah Mitchell, and the defensive line. Despite the loss, the 49ers are looking ahead to the playoffs and are focused on sharpening their lineup for the upcoming challenges.