Author of a record with 100% completions for 18 attempts, Jared Goff is the offensive player of the week in the NFC. Indeed, he led the Lions' attack brilliantly against the Seahawks. In addition to his perfect record, the quarterback also scored a receiving touchdown. Still in the NFC, Troy Andersen is rewarded for his defensive performance in the Falcons' victory. Andersen is one of six players since 2000 to have at least 15 tackles and an interception returned for a touchdown in a single game. On the special team side, the success of the Bears punter in the victory against the Rams brought the title to Tory Taylor.
On the AFC side, king Derrick Henry exceeded 200 total yards for two touchdowns in the clash against the Bills. He gave his team momentum with a first touchdown run of 87 yards. The Chiefs are still undefeated this season. With two sacks, Chris Jones and the defense of the defending champions only left the Chargers with 10 small points. This week was the Titans' first win of the season. This allows Nick Folk and his 17 points to be the special teams player of the week.
NFC Conference
– Offensive: Jared Goff (QB, Lions) – 100% completions, 292 yards, 2 TDs
– Defensive: Troy Andersen (LB, Falcons) – 16 tackles, 1 tackle for loss, 1 TD on interception
– Special teams: Tory Taylor (P, Bears) – 5 punts, 55.4 yards per punt, 3 punts inside the opposing 10 yards
AFC Conference
– Offensive: Derrick Henry (RB, Ravens) – 199 yards and 1 TD rushing, 10 yards and 1 TD receiving
– Defensive: Chris Jones (DT, Chiefs) – 4 tackles, 2 sacks
– Special teams: Nick Folk (K, Titans) – 17 points, 5/5 field goals and 2/2 conversions
