Week 7 in the NFL: Showdowns, Storylines, and Second Chances
Ohana Magazine – Week 7 of the 2025 NFL season brings no shortage of drama. From transatlantic battles to historic quarterback matchups, and even a coach’s return with revenge on his mind this weekend has something for everyone. Whether you’re in it for the stats, the rivalries, or just good football, here are the six storylines you don’t want to miss.
Mayfield vs. Goff: Monday Night’s Must-Watch QB Duel
This Monday night, the NFC’s two most underrated gunslingers go head-to-head. Baker Mayfield’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-1) visit Jared Goff’s Detroit Lions (4-2) in a clash that could shake up the NFC race. Mayfield and Goff have quietly become the league’s top quarterbacks in terms of touchdowns and yardage, yet are rarely spotlighted like their peers.
Both were once written off by former teams. Now, they’re proving why they were No. 1 overall picks. With Goff leading the league in touchdown passes (14) and Mayfield right behind (12), expect fireworks. And if Mayfield keeps up his current pace, the MVP conversation will no longer ignore him.
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Falcons Fly Under the Radar But Not for Long
Yes, I may be biased, but the Atlanta Falcons (4-2) deserve respect. After a statement win over Buffalo on Monday Night Football, the Falcons are emerging as true NFC contenders. Bijan Robinson is electric, powering a rushing attack that leads the league with 151.2 yards per game.
Defensively, they’ve been equally impressive. Under Jeff Ulbrich, the Falcons allow the fewest yards per game (253.4) and hold opposing quarterbacks to a 57.7% completion rate best in the NFL. Their next test? The San Francisco 49ers on Sunday night. If Atlanta pulls that off, the “dark horse” label might not stick around much longer.
Rodgers vs. Flacco: The Geriatric Bowl is Here
It’s not every Sunday you get two 40+ year-old quarterbacks battling for AFC North pride. But this week, Aaron Rodgers (41) of the Steelers and Joe Flacco (40) of the Bengals square off in what Cam Heyward jokingly calls “The Icy Hot Bowl.”
This will be just the second time in NFL history that both starting QBs are 40 or older. The last time? Brees vs. Brady in 2020. Rodgers and Flacco, both Super Bowl winners, are proving age is just a number and that old-school QB battles still have a place in today’s high-octane league.
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Vrabel Returns to Tennessee With Revenge in Mind
Mike Vrabel’s return to Tennessee isn’t just emotional it’s explosive. Fired by the Titans in 2024 after two losing seasons, Vrabel is now thriving as the head coach of the New England Patriots (4-2). Meanwhile, the Titans have gone 4-19 under Brian Callahan, who was just dismissed.
This weekend, Vrabel steps back into Nissan Stadium with rookie Drake Maye and a team on the rise. As someone who once had to block Vrabel on special teams, I can tell you this man holds grudges. Watch out, Tennessee. This isn’t just a game. It’s personal.
Jags vs. Rams: London Finally Gets a Worthy Matchup
Across the Atlantic, NFL fans in London are in for a rare treat. For only the second time in the NFL London Series, both teams enter with winning records: the Los Angeles Rams and Jacksonville Jaguars, both sitting at 4-2.
The Jaguars are thriving under new head coach Liam Cohen, already matching their win total from all of 2024. Meanwhile, the Rams made a clever move staying in Baltimore after last week’s game and practicing at Camden Yards to reduce travel time to London. Smart football. Smart logistics.
Why Week 7 Feels Like a Turning Point
What makes this week feel different? Stakes are rising. Playoff pictures are starting to take shape. Franchises once written off like the Falcons and Jaguars are suddenly relevant. And veterans like Rodgers and Flacco are showing they’ve still got it. Add in Mayfield vs. Goff in primetime, and Vrabel’s return to a stadium that once cheered him, and you’ve got a week packed with subtext and stakes.
If Week 7 is a movie, it’s got everything: drama, nostalgia, redemption, and plot twists. And as always, the NFL knows how to deliver a show.
