Week 5 NFL slate: Unbeatens, winless teams and key matchups
Kansas City, Minnesota, and San Francisco are the only remaining undefeated teams, and the Vikings and 49ers will play on the road in Week 5 while the Chiefs rest. Houston, the Los Angeles Chargers, Miami, Tampa Bay, and Tennessee are still winless, with Houston facing Tennessee on Sunday. The Week 5 schedule opens Thursday with Tampa Bay at Dallas and features Philadelphia against Jacksonville in London.
Kansas City, Minnesota, and San Francisco remain the NFL’s only perfect teams through four weeks. The Vikings and 49ers both travel in Week 5, while the Chiefs have a bye. At the other end, Houston, the Chargers, Miami, Tampa Bay, and Tennessee are still seeking a first win; Houston visits Tennessee on Sunday.
Week 5 begins Thursday when Tampa Bay plays at Dallas. Philadelphia meets Jacksonville in London. Minnesota visits New Orleans, and the Vikings’ defense has surrendered a league-low 51 points, while the Saints have allowed a league-high 128. The Bears lead the NFL in rushing yards, and the Packers rank last.
The Week 5 storylines could shape fan morale and local interest in Kansas City, Minnesota, San Francisco, Houston, Tennessee, and other markets. Undefeated starts may boost attendance, merchandise sales, and media attention, while winless teams may face mounting pressure from supporters and analysts. The London game may draw international viewers, and Thursday night’s matchup could affect prime-time audiences and weekend routines.