NFL Week 6: Key Stats and Records

NFC North’s Dominance:
The NFC North is off to an incredible start, boasting a combined 17-5 record after six weeks. Remarkably, all four teams in the division have a 4-2 record or better, and collectively they hold the best point differential in the entire NFL.

Deebo Samuel’s Milestone:
In the 49ers’ Thursday night game, Deebo Samuel made history by becoming the first wide receiver to record both 20 receiving touchdowns and 20 rushing touchdowns after a 76-yard catch from Brock Purdy. This remarkable feat adds another dimension to Samuel’s versatile offensive skill set.

Seahawks’ Inconsistent Fortune:
The Seattle Seahawks have now lost three consecutive games, despite scoring the exact same number of points (73) that they scored during their initial three-game winning streak. This odd stat highlights the unpredictable nature of the NFL.

Caleb Williams Shines in London:
Rookie quarterback Caleb Williams had a standout performance in London, throwing for four touchdowns and rushing for over 50 yards in the Bears’ win over the Jaguars. Williams’ four touchdown passes tied the record for the most in a single NFL game played in London, matching the likes of Tom Brady and Blake Bortles.

| Most single-game TD passes by QB in London |

Trevor Lawrence’s Struggles Against Top Picks:
Trevor Lawrence is now 0-6 when starting against other top draft picks, surpassing Steve Bartkowski’s 0-5 record from 1975. Lawrence’s struggles against high-profile quarterbacks continue to be a point of focus.

Lamar Jackson’s Rushing Record:
In the Ravens’ win over the Commanders, Lamar Jackson moved into second place on the all-time rushing yards list for quarterbacks, surpassing Cam Newton. Jackson now has 5,661 career rushing yards, trailing only Michael Vick.

| Most rushing yards by a QB in NFL history |

Derrick Henry’s Historic Start:
Derrick Henry became the first player in the Super Bowl era to score a rushing touchdown in each of his team’s first six games of the season after changing teams in the offseason, joining an elite group that includes LaDainian Tomlinson.

Texans Make Franchise History:
The Houston Texans’ victory over the New England Patriots not only tied their best-ever start to a season at 5-1, but it also marked their first win at Gillette Stadium after seven unsuccessful attempts.

Lions’ Offensive Explosion:
The Detroit Lions made history by scoring 40 or more points in back-to-back games for just the second time in franchise history. Their Week 6 win against the Cowboys (47-9) followed a 42-29 victory over the Seahawks in Week 5. The only other time Detroit achieved this feat was in 1962.

Cowboys Suffer Historic Defeat:
The Cowboys’ 47-9 loss to the Lions was their worst home defeat since 1988, when they lost 43-3 to the Vikings. This margin of defeat underscores Dallas’ defensive struggles in recent weeks.

Joe Burrow’s Record Run:
Joe Burrow set a new Bengals record with a 47-yard touchdown run, the longest by a quarterback in the team’s history. The previous record (27 yards) was held by Jeff Driskel in 2018.