"Dan GrazianoOct 5, 2025, 07:44 PM ET CloseDan Graziano is a senior NFL national reporter for ESPN, covering the entire league and breaking news. Dan also contributes to Get Up, NFL Live, SportsCenter, ESPN Radio, Sunday NFL Countdown and Fantasy Football Now. He is a New Jersey native who joined ESPN in 2011, and he is also the author of two published novels."
"But that's enough from that game. This is Week 5, and the outlines of the overreactions are starting to get a little bit clearer. By now it's safe to believe the Colts are good, the Lions are still a top contender, and the Ravens are in a heap of trouble. We have enough evidence now that we can talk with some confidence about who these teams are and who they aren't."
Week 5 results clarify team trajectories across the NFL. The Colts project as a good team, the Lions remain a top contender, and the Ravens face significant trouble. The 2025 Jets likely will not contend for a playoff spot, with the roster a "work in progress" under Aaron Glenn. Dallas capitalized on the Jets' weaknesses as its defense delivered its best performance of the season and Dak Prescott is playing at an extremely high level. Thursday night's NFC West matchup raised the question of whether the 49ers have returned to top NFC contender status despite significant injuries.
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