The NFL Season is racing ahead. We’re already in Week 6! We have four more teams on a bye this week, including both the league’s undefeated squads. And yet, we have a fun week on tap. Below is the five games from the Sunday slate I’m most excited to see.

Early Games:

Houston Texans (4-1) at New England Patriots (1-4)
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: This isn’t about it being competitive—I think the Texans should win. But it’s about the debut of Drake Maye, the No. 3 overall pick. The Patriots’ offense has been in a funk, and I doubt Maye along can save that. But I’ll be curious to see how he does. The Texans, meanwhile, are hoping to welcome back Joe Mixon while dealing with the loss of Nico Collins. Still, I think the Texans should cruise.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3-2) at New Orleans Saints (2-3)
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: Divisional matchups are always crucial. Both teams come into this one fresh off losses. The Buccaneers lost a shootout to the Atlanta Falcons and want to get back on track. The New Orleans Saints have lost three straight and now have lost Derek Carr for an extended period. Both teams need a win, and this game will have a big impact on the divisional race.

Washington Commanders (4-1) at Baltimore Ravens (3-2)
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: This is two of the NFL’s hottest teams. The Commanders have been a surprise, winning four straight after an opening day loss. The Ravens, meanwhile, have won three straight—over the Cowboys, Bills, and Bengals. Both teams clash in a game that figures to have plenty of excitement, featuring two of the best quarterbacks in rookie Jayden Daniels and veteran Lamar Jackson. This is must-see TV.

Late Games:

Los Angeles Chargers (2-2) at Denver Broncos (3-2)
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: This is another divisional clash—and one that has some intrigue. The Chargers, under Jim Harbaugh, have been a conservative offense but have found some success. Justin Herbert should be healthier coming off a bye, giving them a good chance to make a strong showing. The Broncos, meanwhile, have won three straight—including blasting the Raiders in Week 5. Bo Nix is rounding into shape and the Broncos’ defense is one of the league’s best. This should be a good, albeit low-scoring contest.

Detroit Lions (3-1) at Dallas Cowboys (3-2)
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: It’s hard not to expect some fireworks here. Both offenses are good and both defenses have struggled at times this season. The Cowboys are fresh off a win in Pittsburgh, while the Lions won two straight before heading into a Week 5 bye. This should be one of the most fun clashes on the Week 6 slate.

Matthew Fox is a graduate of the Radio, Television and Film program at Biola University, and a giant nerd. He spends his free time watching movies, TV, and obsessing about football. He is a member of the FSWA. You can find him @knighthawk7734 on Twitter and as co-host of the Fantasy Football Roundtable Podcast.

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