NFL Week 7: Biggest questions, takeaways for every game - ESPN

Week 7 of the 2025 NFL season kicked off Thursday with a battle between two 40-something quarterbacks in the Steelers' Aaron Rodgers and the Bengals' Joe Flacco. The latter won the night after leading a game-winning drive that was capped by a 36-yard field goal from Evan McPherson with seven seconds left in regulation.

Sunday's action began in London for the second straight week, with the Rams defeating the Jaguars. Matthew Stafford reached an international series record with five touchdowns.

Our NFL Nation reporters reacted to all the action, answering lingering questions coming out of each game and detailing everything else you need to know for every team. Let's get to it.

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Will Davante Adams' red zone success continue with the return of Puka Nacua? The red zone is an area the Rams offense has struggled with this season, especially the connection between quarterback Matthew Stafford and Adams. But in the lead up to the game, Adams said building that chemistry with a new quarterback can take time and that it comes with the more reps the pair get. On Sunday against the Jaguars, the Rams were 4-for-4 in the red zone with three touchdowns to Adams. While the Rams hope to get Nacua back after their Week 8 bye, Stafford and Adams no doubt benefited from continued reps as the season continues.

Key stat to know: With three touchdowns on Sunday, Adams has nine receiving touchdowns in five career games against Jacksonville. According to ESPN Research, the 1.8 receiving touchdowns per game is the most by any player against a single opponent with a minimum of five games played. — Sarah Barshop

Next game: vs. Saints (Nov. 2, 4:05 p.m. ET)

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