Week 11 NFL: Key Games and What They Mean

The NFL season is heating up as teams fight for their spot in the playoffs. With only a few weeks left, every game matters. This week, there are nine divisional matchups, which means teams are playing against their biggest rivals. Two of these games could give us a sneak peek at the playoffs, and one might even hint at who could be in the Super Bowl. The New England Patriots and New York Jets kicked things off on Thursday night. Drake Maye led the Patriots to their eighth straight win, making a strong case for MVP. On Sunday, the Washington Commanders and Miami Dolphins will play the first regular-season NFL game in Madrid. The day ends with a big game between the Detroit Lions and Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday night, followed by the Dallas Cowboys taking on the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday night. Let's look at some of the most exciting storylines from this weekend's games. The Bills and Buccaneers are both trying to bounce back from tough losses. The Bills were beaten badly by the Dolphins, while the Buccaneers lost to the Patriots. Both teams are 6-3 and will face off on Sunday. Josh Allen and the Bills need to fix their mistakes, like turning the ball over too much and struggling on third downs. The Buccaneers have been dealing with injuries, but Baker Mayfield played well last week. This game could be a shootout between two top quarterbacks from the 2018 draft class. The Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings have a score to settle. In Week 1, the Bears were leading until J. J. McCarthy led the Vikings on a comeback win. Since then, McCarthy has been injured, and the Bears have been on a roll, winning six of their last seven games. The Vikings are trying to get back in the division race. This rematch could be a big test for both teams. In the NFC West, the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams are both on hot streaks. They are tied for first place, and this game could decide who takes the lead. The Rams' coach, Sean McVay, is known for his creative offense, while the Seahawks' coach, Mike Macdonald, has a strong defense. Both teams have talented players, and this game could be a battle of the best. The Denver Broncos are trying to end the Kansas City Chiefs' dominance in the AFC West. The Chiefs have won the division for the last 10 years, but the Broncos are 8-2 and in first place. The Broncos have a strong defense, and the Chiefs' offense is starting to regain its form. This game could be a big step for the Broncos or a chance for the Chiefs to bounce back. Finally, the Detroit Lions and Philadelphia Eagles could be a preview of the NFC playoffs. The Eagles are still the top team in the conference, while the Lions are on a mission to make it further in the playoffs this year. The Lions' offense will need to protect their quarterback against the Eagles' strong defense.