Saints beat Giants as Browns contend for AFC North control

The New Orleans Saints defeated the New York Giants 34-27 in an NFL Week 6 matchup on Sunday, according to CBS Sports. The loss featured quarterback and running back changes for New York, as Jameis Winston and Cam Skattebo spent time on the bench during the home defeat. CBS Sports reported that rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy also played for the Giants. [1]

In other Week 6 action, the Cleveland Browns hosted the Baltimore Ravens at Huntington Bank Field, according to CBS NFL and Yahoo Sports. CBS NFL reported that the Browns entered the game with a 3-2 record after a 17-12 loss to the New York Jets, while the Ravens were 4-1 following a 30-23 overtime victory over the Atlanta Falcons. [2][4]

According to CBS NFL, Baltimore played without quarterback Lamar Jackson, who was ruled out for a second consecutive week due to an injury. The Cleveland Browns were also affected by injuries, with five players ruled out and four listed as questionable prior to the game, according to Yahoo Sports. Yahoo Sports added that offensive guard Teven Jenkins missed his sixth consecutive game. [2][4]

The Cleveland Browns took control of the AFC North division following Week 6, as reported by CBS Sports Headlines, NBC 6 South Florida, and CBS Sports. The Browns, Ravens, Cincinnati Bengals, and Pittsburgh Steelers all compete in the AFC North division. [1][8][9][14]